Together with your doctor, consider your individual situation before you sign up for every procedure available. Once baby is born, doctor's visits don't have to break the bank. Many pediatricians offer a plan where you pay a set fee for unlimited visits during baby's first year. When you're putting together baby's nursery, it can be difficult to resist splurging on a full layette. If you've never stenciled before, don't panic.
Stencils are practically idiot-proof.
Head to your local craft shop, pick up a brochure and supplies, and do a trial run on posterboard. Even if you trust the brand name, a used car seat probably won't have an instruction book, so you may position it improperly, risking baby's life. An older child may have climbed into a crib in its previous owner's home and stressed the supports. To ensure your child's safety, educate yourself. Check out what Consumer Reports has to say about the various brands and models, talk to other parents and decide what you want.