Color therapy uses color to bring about certain emotional states. For example, most people feel calmer when looking at various hues of the same color, no matter what the color, than if they are looking at contrasting colors. First, you have to decide what you want your baby's nursery to be. These colors generally have a relaxing effect. If, on the other hand, baby will play in the nursery, you're better off with splashes of red and bright yellow, as these colors evoke a reaction of excitement.
Most mothers like to decorate with some sort of theme in mind.
Try painting the walls and ceiling a deep shade of blue, and use glow in the dark stars for an outer space effect. You can stencil planets, comets and other space paraphernalia in light colors for contrast. No matter what colors and themes you decide to use in your baby's nursery, be sure to vote for the color of the millennium at the Color Matters Web site , and check out the other links for more information about color and brain development. Our millennium moms were kind enough to share their own nursery plans with us. I also bought a sparkly fabric to make crib sheets or curtains out of.