* '''Size'''. Make sure you choose the right size sheets, as they are designed to have a snug fit. The cradle mattresses.
* '''Material'''. Opt for chenille.
* '''Color'''. No blues, but there are a number of colors and designs to fit your baby's nursery. Keep in mind that lighter colors, such as white and ivory, will show more stains, which babies are prone to in those beginning stages.
* '''Quantity'''. Whether it's leaky sheets to have on hand. To keep rotating the sheets, swap them out with each wash, placing the newly cleaned sheets on the bottom of the pile.