Big news, need some dad advice!

[Jarrodkris]

Hey everyone,

Boys, I’ve got news, I’m going to be a dad! Still feels a little surreal typing that out. As exciting as it is, I’m also starting to look around for the practical stuff we’ll need once the little one arrives.
One thing I’ve been thinking about is playmats. I’m based in Singapore, so if any of you have recommendations or references for good quality playmats (safe, durable, and hopefully not too tacky looking), I’d really appreciate it. I’ve seen some options online, but would love to hear from people with first-hand experience.

Thanks in advance, any tips are welcome!

 

[Donna T]

Congratulations Jarrod! That is wonderful news! My little granddaughter (16 months) has a big play pen with a padded floor. There’s a zippered door on the side so she can go in and out when she’s allowed. I’m not sure about a play mat specifically but the best you can do is talk to other parents and read reviews online. Once your baby can crawl you’ll want an enclosed space - and it happens before you know it!

 

[Hermes2020]

Congratulations. Excellent news!

 

[Artyczar]

Did you address your post to "boys" because being a dad is a male thing? Or were you only talking to the boys on the forum?

Congrats on a new being coming into the world!

 

[Enyaw]

love , cherish, help

 

[Jarrodkris]

Thanks again for all the wishes & advice, everyone. Honestly didn’t realize how overwhelming it can get trying to choose the right stuff for a newborn.
One area I’m still figuring out is the playmat situation. A couple of friends warned me that the cheap foam ones peel fast and look pretty rough after a while. I came across Nomada here in Singapore, and their mats look a lot sturdier while still fitting in with home decor (my partner’s big on not having the living room look like a daycare )
Has anyone here actually used one of those, or do you think it’s worth sticking with something more basic at the start?