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If you’re like most parents with young children, you likely have expensive baby gear cluttering up your home. One of the easiest ways to hold onto sentimental baby clothing, toys, and furniture while also creating additional space is to pack up those items and place them in storage. Consider a few compelling reasons to put your baby items in long or short-term storage.

Storage Rental Considerations for Your Baby Gear

Why Store Baby Gear in a Storage Unit?

Between clothing, toys, and furniture, baby gear can add up to a significant investment. If you’re planning on expanding your family in the future, storing your baby gear in a storage unit is a great way to preserve these items for future use while freeing up additional space for your family to enjoy now.

storageEven if you don’t plan on having any more children, storing baby gear until it’s next needed by a close friend or relative can be a meaningful gesture that also eases the financial burdens of a growing family.

How Should Baby Gear Be Prepared & Packed for Storage?

  • Clothing: Before packing up baby clothing, launder it thoroughly to remove any stains. Using an unscented detergent is critical, as pests and rodents are often attracted to scented laundry solutions. Once clean and dry, parents may want to pack the clothing according to size and gender which will make it easier to locate when retrieving it.
  • Toys: When it comes to storing baby toys, it’s a good idea to sort out the classics from the junk. While many toys can be donated or tossed, things like Tinker Toys, Barbies, or Legos will certainly provide entertainment or a meaningful walk down memory lane in the future. Many toys can be cleaned with an easy solution of bleach and tap water to remove any bacteria or mildew. Then they’re ready to be packed up in boxes marked according to ages and interests for easy access down the line.
  • Equipment: For equipment such as baby swings, high chairs, or cribs, be sure to disinfect all surfaces and allow plenty of time for them to air dry. If you’re disassembling larger items for storage, keep all parts together by packing them in one box. If you’re not, cover the equipment with a sheet to protect it from any dust and dirt that may accumulate over time. Don’t forget to tape relevant user manuals to each piece of equipment and remove any existing batteries, thus ensuring safe operation in the future.

 

Looking for the cleanest outdoor storage facility to keep your baby items? Free up space in your home by renting a mini storage unit from Mary's Mini Warehouse in Pell City, AL. With self-storage units ranging in size from small to extra large, their friendly team proudly offers eight different size options to meet your unique needs. To learn more about their pricing and mini-storage solutions, call Mary’s Mini Warehouse at (205) 884-4061, or visit them online.

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