Whether you’ve chosen to know the gender of your baby before they arrive or not, you still need to get their room ready well in advance. But while choosing colors can come last, the furniture and other essentials need to be in place well before your new bundle arrives home. So, what actual furniture and accessories do you need?
This is the ultimate kit list you’ll need for your baby’s nursery. It’s totally basic, and there’s plenty of room to add your own personality and creativity. Unfortunately, there are a lot of misleading articles online that suggest you need every item of the sun. However, we’ve kept it simple. If someone wants to buy you a baby shower gift, direct them to this list and the things you’re missing! Alternatively, if you’re strapped for cash, most new families are more than happy to sell or donate their furniture via a marketplace, thrift shops, or Craigslist.
Nursery furniture & Kit
- A crib
- A tight-fitting mattress that’s firm and flat (there should only be less than two fingers’ worth of space between the mattress and crib side)
- Changing table or dresser (with plenty of storage below)
- Rocking chair for those sleepless nights
- Alternatively, a comfy armchair or huge bean bag for late-night feeds, you can check these ones out from Sumo Lounge.
- Baby bathtub
- Somewhere to hang adorable tiny clothes: Hooks work if you’re low on space, or a small wardrobe can help keep things tidy
- Highchair
- Baby bouncer
- Car seat
- Stroller
Nursery wardrobe essentials
- Diaper skirts
- Pants
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