Roselle Hope: Babyroom Expert
Roselle Hope is Luxury Baby Coordinator to Families-In-Waiting. She is also the founder and CEO of Roselle Andrea, Inc., a company which designs baby interiors embellished with lavish furniture and lush clothing trousseaus. Roselle developed her company to offer parents an attractive alternative to conventional infant products.
As a young girl, Roselle attended school in England and the USA - graduating with her BS from St. John’s University in Queens, New York. However, it was while studying in England that she developed a fascination with classic style. Roselle soon realized – with the birth of several nieces and nephews – that there was very little options for parents seeking luxurious and classic baby products. Roselle’s entrepreneurial instinct foresaw the potential in entering the baby luxury goods market as she knew she could fill that void with products that are synonymous with elegance, style, and sophistication.
Roselle provides a consultancy and commissioning service for both private and commercial clients. She works with expectant parents, architects, interior designers, and retail designers to create bespoke baby nursery interiors. Her work encompasses furniture, nursery accessories, layette and formal wardrobes, linens, and toys. She is committed to excellence in design, novelty, and refinement and to promoting and using European product manufacturers.
Roselle has a special eye out of the ordinary, always looking for new products from around the world. She enjoys designing baby interiors with a degree of opulence that reflects the taste and status of the family-to-be.
As a young girl, Roselle attended school in England and the USA - graduating with her BS from St. John’s University in Queens, New York. However, it was while studying in England that she developed a fascination with classic style. Roselle soon realized – with the birth of several nieces and nephews – that there was very little options for parents seeking luxurious and classic baby products. Roselle’s entrepreneurial instinct foresaw the potential in entering the baby luxury goods market as she knew she could fill that void with products that are synonymous with elegance, style, and sophistication.
Roselle provides a consultancy and commissioning service for both private and commercial clients. She works with expectant parents, architects, interior designers, and retail designers to create bespoke baby nursery interiors. Her work encompasses furniture, nursery accessories, layette and formal wardrobes, linens, and toys. She is committed to excellence in design, novelty, and refinement and to promoting and using European product manufacturers.
Roselle has a special eye out of the ordinary, always looking for new products from around the world. She enjoys designing baby interiors with a degree of opulence that reflects the taste and status of the family-to-be.
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Gone are the days when baby changing tables were built for function only. Today's baby changing tables are available in a variety of high styles. The selection of changing tables range from simple and traditional to contemporary or modern. Many are designed as pieces of furniture that will remain as a chest of drawers for many years into the future. Stylish though they may be, they should provide you with plenty of room to store all your baby essentials such as diapers, clothes, and baby toiletries.Read More »
Choosing a Baby Changing Table
I would recommend that you pay close attention to the working height of your changing table - stand as though you are going to change a diaper - what height is comfortable for you? Consider whether you want to stand at the end or to the side. Make sure that the changing table has safety straps to stop your baby rolling off the working area. Finally, consider whether you will want to keep the changing table after baby has stopped using diapers. Will you use your changing table as a dresser, cabinet, or a bookshelf?
To simplify the selection process, I have selected my picks of the best the world has to offer by way of changing tables. -
Nursery seating is a key element to consider in your overall nursery design. It will provide many comfortable and relaxing moments for both mom and baby. With so many options available today, deciding which type of nursery seating - glider, recliner, or rocking chair – to choose can be difficult. Here are my picks for some nursery seating solutions so comfortable, you will never want to get up.Read More »
Before purchasing your nursery seating, consider the following:
1. Safety - Be sure to choose a chair that is well built. It is important that you visit a showroom and review the structure of the chair you are considering. Also, ask the sales associate for product safety information. And, Google the chair to research what other buyers have had to say about the it.
2. Style - First decide what color and/or theme your nursery is going to be. The chair you select should coordinate with the overall look of your nursery. Perhaps you would like a wicker style glider or an upholstered slip-covered recliner, or a traditional wooden rocking chair.
3. Ottoman/Footrest - If you decide to buy a glider you may wish to consider an accompanying ottoman. In additional to providing additional comfort, it can provide additional seating for guests.
Whatever type of nursery seating you select, make sure it also reflects your lifestyle, as it will probably become your favorite chair long after baby leaves the nursery.
Finally, the most serious error is not including one in your nursery. -
In the realm of nursery furniture, one piece stands proudly above the rest – the cradle. The cradle is more than a piece of furniture. It is an extension of a mother's womb: it protects, it warms up, it rocks. It is also the space where a baby carries on with its early development. The throne on which baby makes its grand introduction to family and friends. Therefore, when selecting a cradle for your baby – think outside the box.Read More »
A baby cradle should be uncompromisingly elegant. It should have no limits on function, design, and color. It should advance to become a showpiece, which, thanks to its mobility, can also remain in the living room once in a while. Above all, it should provide a secure environment for baby.
And since only the best will do for your little bundle of joy, I have searched the world over to bring to you a selection of the most lavish and functional cradles.
Remember, babies need style, too. -
Baby bathtubs have evolved from one-dimensional plastic tubs into luxurious personal care systems. For convenience, some are available as combination changing stations and bathtubs. They have integrated storage space for all the important diaper changing paraphernalia. And, they conceal their bathtubs beneath the changing area. Others can be adjusted to control height levels for parents. And some can be used in any room in the home. Of course, only high-grade materials are used.Read More »
What to look for when selecting baby's bathtub:
When selecting your baby's bathtub consider the following: safety, size, and style. You have a lot of options these days: plastic tubs, changing table combination tubs, even inflatable tubs. Many are contoured for comfort, others are lined with a spongy interior. I have put together a list of the very best baby bathtubs from around the world to help you with your decision. As you will notice, they are of various sizes, heights and are available in a variety of styles to match your nursery decor.
Baby's first bath:
Once you have made your selection you are ready to give baby its first bath. Before bathing your baby, heat the room well; remember he has no thermal regulation activity for the first few weeks of life. Check that the water in the bath is the right temperature using a special thermometer. Never leave your baby, even for a moment, unattended in the bath. Make sure you place the bath on a level, stable, and safe surface. And don't forget this is also a great time for bonding with your baby. -
There are some things that have not changed for centuries! The rocking horse has its traditional place – or should I say stable – in every child's realm. The rocking horse emerged in the 1800s as a toy for future kings and queens. Their undeniable elegance and character charm both children and adults. They soon earned a permanent place in children's room and hearts. Like their famous counterpart, the rocking chair, they eventually disappeared from our homes. Today we are seeing a remarkable resurgence of this elegant heirloom toy. These days antique wooden rocking horses have become collectors' items while new artists have emerged with their own personalized approach to this fine tradition.Read More »
If you're thinking of buying a rocking horse, take a look at the collection I have compiled for your consideration. They are available in medium or large sizes and mounted on either a safety stand or bow rocker. You can select replicas of your favorite horse and opt to have your rocking horse personalized with your child's name or family crest. When selecting your rocking horse, your main goal is to select one that will provide your child with years of fun and amazement.
