This Bratt Life: Mary Bauer's personal blog

When creating your child’s nursery, safety should be the most important element new parents seek. With so many options on the market, how can you know that the crib you are purchasing is a safe choice? The ...

For me, the beauty and richness of life is a love story that centers around family. And family grows one beautiful, miraculous life at a time. Bratt Decor is my way of contributing, in a small way, to that story.

White, Black, and Gray, oh my! The hottest colors in today’s baby furniture are black and gray. Have fun with these colors to create a nursery that defies tradition. White is the quintessential neutral and will always be ...

Little boys are just superheroes in disguise. If your hope is to create a definite masculine space for your baby boy, but want to avoid the man cave feel, follow these simple design steps and create a decidedly ...

Though she be but little, she is fierce. Girl's nurseries have come a long way, and it's really not a one size fits all. Here are 4 great ways to add just the right level of feminine ...

Dream Big Add big ticket items, like cribs, armoires, and dresser/changers. Group gifts and gift cards make these items appropriate. Start Early It’s never to early to start your registry. Once you’re ready to announce the big news, you’re ready ...

I’m often asked how you can turn an ordinary room into something extraordinary on a budget. Many of our rooms have a typical 8’ ceiling and are basic boxes. Great designers know that if you want to ...

One of my favorite things about my job is I get to speak with new parents and unpack all of the thoughts and decisions that go into creating their nursery. I had the pleasure of speaking with ...

I’m a girl all about the destination, and the journey is just a means to end. But, my sweet husband keeps reminding me life is in the journey. It’s a good lesson, and I’m trying to embrace ...

I seriously have the world’s greatest job. While my baby days are way behind me, I still love that time of life. I think it’s one of the sweetest of all and doing what I do, I ...

I mean . . . how could we not? When the Pantone colors of the year are rose quartz and serenity my mind naturally goes to the nursery. Rose quartz is a gorgeous, dusty shade of pink, ...

Safely and securely adding a mirror to the nursery can make the room look larger, brighter, and more sophisticated. Also, babies just love to look at themselves. Here’s what you need to know to add a beautiful ...

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	Crib Safety: Making the Best Choice for Your Child’s Safety October 31, 2017
	When creating your child’s nursery, safety should be the most important element new parents seek. With so many options on the market, how can you know that the crib you are purchasing is a safe choice? The ... see more	Mary Bauer President; Bratt Decor For me, the beauty and richness of life is a love story that centers around family. And family grows one beautiful, miraculous life at a time. Bratt Decor is my way of contributing, in a small way, to that story. Follow Shop now at BrattDecor.com
	Not knowing does not mean not nesting! September 8, 2016
	White, Black, and Gray, oh my! The hottest colors in today’s baby furniture are black and gray. Have fun with these colors to create a nursery that defies tradition. White is the quintessential neutral and will always be ... see more
	The perfect boy nursery August 31, 2016
	Little boys are just superheroes in disguise. If your hope is to create a definite masculine space for your baby boy, but want to avoid the man cave feel, follow these simple design steps and create a decidedly ... see more
	The perfect girl nursery August 24, 2016
	Though she be but little, she is fierce. Girl's nurseries have come a long way, and it's really not a one size fits all. Here are 4 great ways to add just the right level of feminine ... see more
	Build your best registry August 19, 2016
	Dream Big Add big ticket items, like cribs, armoires, and dresser/changers. Group gifts and gift cards make these items appropriate. Start Early It’s never to early to start your registry. Once you’re ready to announce the big news, you’re ready ... see more
	Do It Yourself Drama August 8, 2016
	I’m often asked how you can turn an ordinary room into something extraordinary on a budget. Many of our rooms have a typical 8’ ceiling and are basic boxes. Great designers know that if you want to ... see more
	Inside A Real Bratt Nursery June 14, 2016
	One of my favorite things about my job is I get to speak with new parents and unpack all of the thoughts and decisions that go into creating their nursery. I had the pleasure of speaking with ... see more
	Celebrating the Journey April 11, 2016
	I’m a girl all about the destination, and the journey is just a means to end. But, my sweet husband keeps reminding me life is in the journey. It’s a good lesson, and I’m trying to embrace ... see more
	ROAD TRIP: Inside a Beautiful Bratt Twins Nursery March 16, 2016
	I seriously have the world’s greatest job. While my baby days are way behind me, I still love that time of life. I think it’s one of the sweetest of all and doing what I do, I ... see more
	Design Your Nursery with the Colors of the Year March 14, 2016
	I mean . . . how could we not? When the Pantone colors of the year are rose quartz and serenity my mind naturally goes to the nursery. Rose quartz is a gorgeous, dusty shade of pink, ... see more
	Hanging a Mirror In the Nursery March 1, 2016
	Safely and securely adding a mirror to the nursery can make the room look larger, brighter, and more sophisticated. Also, babies just love to look at themselves. Here’s what you need to know to add a beautiful ... see more