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Baby Nursery Ideas

March 26, 2021
Baby Nursery Ideas

You all know well enough by now that I tend to be frugal with my spending and setting up of my home in preparation for a baby. I really do believe a full nursery is very unnecessary. However, even I can acknowledge that for individuals who have the financial means, setting up a nursery can be fun. So this isn’t about bare minimum what do you need. These are my 4 favorite nursery theme ideas so you can steal my dreams and set up your own perfect little nursery.

Perfectly Pink

I don’t believe in gendering my children, but I understand I’m an outlier in this. So! I have your generic “Pink” nursery here.

Crib

I’m going with the Delta Emry 4-in-1 crib for this one. The white offsets the pink really well and prevents the room from being overdone.
Delta Emry 4-in-1 Crib
Delta Emry 4-in-1 Crib

Sheets

Always have at least two sets of sheets: one for the bed and one for the wash!
Stretched Fitted Crib Sheets

Blanket

A nice soft blanket to pull the bedding ensemble together.
Plush Mink Blanket

Changing Table

For the changing table, I wanted a multi-functional piece. So you have a table, a place for dirty laundry, and some storage all in one.

Badger Basket Changing Table

Rocking Chair

For those late nights and a soothing feel, I love a rocker with a foot rest.
Suite Bebe Victoria Glider

Storage

Of course, you are going to need some shelves to put toys and other materials for your little one.

KidSpace Shelf

Rug

Fluffy Soft Rug

Shelf

Floating Wall Shelf

Lamp

Stick Lamp

Baskets

Woven Baskets

Baby monitor

Decorations

No nursery is complete without a few decorations to soften the walls and bring it all together. While I admit I have a soft spot for family photos, I also found some other favorites. Be it butterflies, a dream catcher, simple art, or unique art, I think they all can really offer the final touches.
Dream Catcher
Unique art, Mason Jars
Simple art, Flowers
Butterflies
Pajamas

First Outfits

I will admit, one of my favorite things to shop for when it comes to my kids is clothes. So, not surprisingly, I hunted around for some of my own favorite first outfits. And they even still fit in with the rest of the room! A set of pajamas and a set of day clothes are just the tip of the clothing iceberg, I have no doubt. But these are just my suggestions!
Day Clothes

Beautifully Blue

Where there is pink, there must be blue. Blue is, hands down, one of my favorite colors. So I may have gotten a little carried away on this one. It’s just too fun though!

Crib

To match the blue theme, I went with a dark brown wood. This 4-in-1 crib will grow with them through their early childhood, saving you money in the long run as well.
Delta Children Bently Crib

Sheets

Crib sheets continue to be a must. All crib sheets should fit snug to the mattress. I understand the Pooh Sheet isn’t everyone’s style, so I also wanted to highlight a really simple set of blue sheets as well.
Pooh sheets
Solid colored sheets

Blanket

I adore muslin blankets for swaddling. I understand the practice of swaddling has fallen out of best practice, but if you still like to do it, I recommend these blankets for sure.

Changing Table

A changing table is nice to give you height and a location to consistently change your little one.
Delta Children Eclipse Changing Table

Rocking Chair

A smooth glider makes for a comfy place to put your little one asleep plus brings the room together.

Shelves

My kid’s dad got this little shelf for them I love it. The open bottom for stuffed animals acts as an open faced toy chest. The shelves on top are a little shallow, but good for storing treasures.
Cubby storage

Rug

Soft round area rug

Shelf

Storage

Felt storage cube

Lamp

Stick lamp

Baby monitor

Decorations

There are so many adorable little themes and feelings for blue rooms that I struggled to pick the set that I loved the most. There is simple and wooden, a mountain theme, or an animal theme. I think they’re all cute, but I’m not convinced the zoo animals fit in with the other two.
Animal theme
Simple and wooden
Mountain theme
Cute outfit

First Outfits

First outfits are some of my favorites! Be it just a single super cute outfit or a set of pajamas, your little one id definitely going to need some adorable new apparel.
Pajamas

Adorable Animals from the Zoo

Everyone loves animals with big eyes and soft colors. The zoo animal theme is a popular one for adults and children alike to enjoy.

Crib

I always have to appreciate a crib that grows with your child, which is why I’m such a fan of the 4-in-1 Convertible Crib.
4-in-1 Convertible Crib

Sheets

A minimum of two sheets is essential. That way you have a set for the wash and a set for the bed.
100% Cotton
Fitted Crib Sheets

Blanket

There is a lot going on with this fabulous look. Trust me, yoo want to keep your blanket simple to compliment the rest of the room.

Changing Table

Have I ever told you I like fun, funky shaped furniture? This versatile piece, that fits nicely in a corner if need be, offers storage for diapers plus a hamper for dirty clothes underneath.
Corner changing table

Rocking Chair

The darker gray of this rocker can help little messes blend in a little more than something lighter might. I’m always a big fan of hiding little messes.
Rocker plus foot stool

Shelves

Don’t let space be a deterrent to getting the organizational furniture you need to make this room not only adorable but also functional. This corner shelf saves space and ensures you can store things accessibly.
Corner Shelf

Rug

Bookshelf

Storage

Lamp

Baby Monitor

Decorations

A few little decorations are here to bring the whole room together. The wall decals are one of my favorite, though do be warned that it does not come assembled in one giant sticker, so you will need to put up the pieces on your own. For the framed art, I couldn’t decide between the 6 adult animals or the 4 baby animals. I would do one, but I probably wouldn’t suggest both as they have slightly different styles.
Day play

First Outfits

Zoo animal print outfits are my absolute favorite! A little day time, a little night time and pajama. Either way, dress you baby to match their room. Haha!
Koala Pajamas
Sleep and play

Forever Forest

The forest, woodland themed nursery is actually one of my favorites. I think I love it because, simply put, I love the forest. If connecting my kids with nature can start with their bedrooms, then so be it!

Crib

The DaVinci Union crib grows with your child, offering you a crib, then a toddler bed with rails, and eventually a bed without rails. Why buy more furniture than you have to?

Sheets

An adorable extra set of sheets that closely match your blanket and sheet set is ideal for this room’s look and feel.

Blanket

This 3-piece set includes a blanket, fitted sheet, and crib skirt. It’s the perfect start and main eye piece to your room.

Changing Table

I really enjoy the simple look of the Emily Changing Table and the open shelves underneath offer plenty of space to store relevant diaper changing items.

Rocker

ACME sells furniture and it is no joke! This super comfortable Rocker-Glider set gives you the perfect place to snuggle your little one while they fall asleep.

Shelves

IRIS makes these adorable two and three tier shelves. They have options with and without little closing pocket doors as well.

Rug

Bookshelf

Storage

Lamp

Baby Monitor

Decorations

Decorations are the little, fine points that bring the room together. The wall decal comes in multiple pieces, so you will need to assemble it but you also have an opportunity to move things around to fit your space. For the wall artwork, I would only get one style, either the one with words or without, but not both. And the plush isn’t a must, but isn’t it so cute!

First Outfits

Adorable first outfits that match the room are always my favorite. Little fox is definitely the one I like the most here as well.

The Nursery for You

I can only hope that you were able to find a nursery that you loved, or at least were able to garner some inspiration from this post. Know that no matter what, your child will love any nursery you set up! If you used one of these suggestions, even if just to get some ideas from it, let me know which one in the comments!

I am considering creating one more nursery blueprint for you all, but I couldn’t decide between ocean, stars/space, and dinosaurs. Cast your vote in the comments below, or make your own suggestions even!

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