• Stable/ strong to avoid wobbling/falling/causing accidents while ironing.
• Adjustable height to suit the user.
• Suitable iron rest/heat proof mat to avoid scorching surfaces.
• Smoothly padded for effective ironing.
• Fabric used should be heat resistant to withstand high temperatures
• Well padded surface to provide a suitable base.
• Colour fast to avoid soiling the work.
• Screws firmly fixed for stability quality to avoid accidents

• To remove creases.
• To sterilize/kill germs.
• To ensure it is completely dry.
• To improve appearance/ make attractive.
• To enhance comfort.
• To prevent pyjamas from getting dirty quickly.

• Shell edging: rick rack.
• Embroidering: contrasting colours of threads.
• Using ribbons: corded piped seams.
• Using motifs/appliques: conspicuous facings/false hems.
• Crocheting: contrasting pocket colours/collars 
• Frills.
• Laces.

• Cotton is soft comfortable.
• Cotton is absorbent therefore it absorbs sweat and body fluids.
• Cotton comes in a variety of weights therefore one can choose according to their needs.
• Cotton is strong therefore can withstand frequent washing.
• Cotton withstands high temperatures therefore can be sterilized,
• Cotton is resistant to alkalis therefore can be safely disinfected/stains can be removed easily.
• Cotton is strong and therefore can withstand a variety of laundry agents.
• Cotton is a good conductor of heat therefore comfortable to wear (cool when hot warm when cold). 

1. Mattress: to provide comfort for the baby.
2. Mackintosh/ plastic sheets: protect the mattress against wetness.
3. Under blanket: for warmth.
4. Bottom sheet::
For comfort.
Protect under blanket from ageing and dirt.
Prevents bed from slipping.
Protects baby from direct contact with blanket.
For warmth.
5. Top sheet:
For comfort.
Protects top blanket from ageing and dirt.
Protects baby from direct contact with blanket.
For warmth.
6. Top blanket:
Provides warmth.
For comfort.
7. Cot covers:
For beauty.
Protects beddings against dirt. 

A                                                                          B
1. Mattress                                                         Mattress with plastic cover
2. Mackintosh / plastic sheet                       Under blanket
3. Under blanket                                             Bottom sheet
4. Bottom sheet                                               Top sheet
5. Top sheet                                                     Top blanket
6. Top blanket                                                  Cot cover .
7. Cot cover

• The mother is thoroughly examined to ensure that the uterus is back to normal and that she is healing well.
• The mother’s breasts are examined to make sire that she will be able to breast feed.
• The baby is examined to ensure progressive growth/proper feeding habits/good hygiene.
• Immunizations are administered to protect the baby against diseases,
• The mother is advised on good nutrition, child care, hygiene and, family planning for healthy living.

• Immersing in a sterilizing solution in a plastic container for a minimum of one hour.
• Placing in a saucepan with cold water and bringing it to boil for at least 10 minutes.
• Using a baby sterilizer kit and placing it in the microwave oven for some time.

• Psychologically prepare family members to ensure acceptance of (he baby
• Prepare room.
• Purchasing all requirements for baby and mother.
• Ensure for availability of finances/resources.
• Making decision on type/place of confinement.
• Making adequate arrangement for physical assistance/ help

• Well ventilated to allow free movement of air.
• Clean to avoid contamination,
• Lockable to avoid losses/theft.
• Properly sealed to avoid pests, rodents and moisture.
• Slightly raised to avoid moisture.
• Well dusted with pesticides to avoid attack by pests.
• Dry to avoid making maize damp.