Parents expecting a child are often surprised at how much room a new baby takes up. They need a crib, a changing table, a stroller, a dresser for clothes and diapers, and much more. Often, they find they need to move existing furniture out of the house to make room for the baby equipment. If you are an expectant parent, below are some storage tips to help you deal with the space crunch.

3 Storage Tips for Expectant Parents

1. Dispose of Unnecessary Items

The first thing to do when making room for your new arrival is to get rid of items you no longer need. That ping pong table? You haven't used it in years. Those old clothes? You have duplicates of everything and haven't even taken most of your items out of the moving boxes. Work your way through the house and separate the items you don't need from the items you do. Donate the chaff to a charity store or sell your stuff on Craigslist or eBay. You could earn yourself a hefty chunk of change.

2. Rent a Storage Unit

What remains is stuff you want to keep. Even so, some of it might not be appropriate for a child. For instance, that coffee table has sharp corners right at head-height for a toddler. That chair has back slats that an infant could get stuck in. Inspect your furnishings and decide what needs to be put in storage until the child is older. Even if you have only a few large items, a storage facility is an ideal place to keep seasonal equipment and other items you've been tripping over.

3. Choose Multitasking Furniture

To save space, choose furnishings that perform double duty. For instance, select a changing table with drawers or shelves beneath for diaper storage. It's also not difficult to find a convertible crib that transforms into a bed as the baby gets older. Choose chairs and ottomans with storage space under the cushions. Always think storage when choosing baby furniture. It will hold you in good stead as the child grows.

If you are an expectant parent who needs additional space to make room for your new baby's furniture, contact Carolina Self Storage, a locally owned and operated storage facility in Archdale, NC. They are family-owned and serve clients from all over Randolph County. They have storage units in multiple sizes—from 50 to 200 square feet—to fit your needs and budget. Visit their website to message them with questions or call (336) 434-4367 to inquire about unit sizes and pricing.