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Congratulations on the big news! We know you are ecstatic! You're expecting a baby and everyone who loves you couldn't be more excited.

There's nothing like adding a precious new member to your family. Be prepared for more joy and love than your heart can contain. And be prepared for all the extras that can make baby-raising so much easier. Your life will never be the same!

How to Add Baby-Benefits to Your Home with a Garage and Walkway

There are all sorts of baby gear that you can add to your home to make baby raising more effortless and effective. You probably already know all the typical baby gear like bottles, a stroller, a car seat, and a crib. Then there are the other additions for baby safety, such as baby gates and outlet covers.

But have you ever considered your outdoor needs? With a new baby, you'll be in need of two incredible items you may not have thought of: a garage and covered walkway. Here are five great reasons to build these two additions while you are waiting for your new family addition to arrive.

Rain: There is not much that is drearier than a rainy day. Unless you have a baby out in the rain, that is. Try carrying your baby in their car seat... with a diaper bag on your shoulder... while carrying your lunch and purse or briefcase… all while trying to get each of you into the car in the driveway. In the pouring rain, this is no easy task. You are soaked and your baby is drenched, cold and wailing. All the extra clean clothes you have packed in the diaper bag look like they have just been pulled out of a puddle. Do yourself a favor. Avoid the ongoing deluge drama with a nice, dry walkway and garage. You can walk straight from your door to your beautifully dry garage, avoiding the drips and drops along the way. Insert baby in the backseat in their dry car seat and you’ll be on your way with a smile on your face.

Snow and Ice: Do you live in an area known for winter snow and ice? If you think it is a hassle now, just wait until you are carrying a baby on slippery steps and sidewalks. For safety purposes, a covered walkway that leads directly to your garage will be an answer to your prayers. Your protected sidewalks will help avoid slips and falls with baby in your arms. And your amazing garage will help you have a vehicle that is snow and ice-free. You’ll save time on scraping your windows and having a baby out in the elements. You will be able to drive away in a warmer car that has been sheltered from the bitter cold. Don’t forget—VersaTube walkways and garages can be custom configured to fit the snow load for your area. Just enter your zip code for your walkway and garage to get started!

Sun and Heat: Although winter months are rough, don’t forget about the blazing summer sun, too. Summer temps can make your car’s internal temperature way too hot for baby. The sweltering heat of a car interior can make it hard for the baby to breath. Also, hot buckles and car seat covers can burn your baby’s sensitive skin. Avoid blazing buckles and car seat plastic by shielding your vehicle from the heat in your new garage. That sultry sunshine can also be hard on the car seat’s plastic, making it brittle over time. Protect your baby to the fullest by having all of the baby gear in your car fully protected from the sun and heat.

Covered Play Area: As your baby grows, outside play will become one of their favorite things to do. Let your covered walkway serve double-duty as an outdoor covered play area. You and your little one will have so much fun sitting in the shade, playing sidewalk chalk, baby basketball, or even splashing around in a little kiddie pool. On rainy days, you’ll be protected and able to play in a dry outdoor area. Clean-up will be quick and easy, and it can all be done out of the weather.

Storage: With a baby comes ALL the baby things. And while it is so exciting to watch your baby grow through the stages of toys and gear, one fact remains: You are going to need more space. A family garage is an excellent way to expand your storage. Simply add enough floor space, cabinets or shelving inside your garage to store your stroller, indoor and outdoor toys, outgrown car seats, and the plethora of clothing and other items you may want to save for the next baby!

Meeting your outdoor needs can help ease the stress of weather, create more storage for your family, and aid in the security of protecting your belongings and your precious new little one. What better way to make this happen than with a garage and walkway kit from VersaTube. With our slip-fit connections, any new dad and mom can build these additions for your expanding family with ease. To get started on your garage and walkway, shop our pre-engineered kits. Or, experiment with our design-your-own tool to customize the perfect structures to meet all your baby needs. With a walkway and garage from VersaTube, raising baby will be easier than you ever imagined. Plus, you’ll have the peace of mind knowing that your precious cargo is protected to the best of your ability.