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Baby Nursery and Sleeping
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items One of the most fun parts of getting ready for baby is designing the nursery! From furniture and bedding to diaper pales and artwork, there are so many adorable options out there!
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Swaddles, Sleep Sacks, and Blankets
Crib- Mattresses, Sheets & Cribs
Furniture
Bassinets- Bedside Sleepers, Sheets and More
Sleep Tech and Electronics
Decor
Swaddles, Sleep Sacks, and Blankets
I would add a few different types of swaddles to your registry. There is nothing easier than the velcro although some people say their babies wake up from the sound. This one makes diaper changes super easy with the way it opens at the bottom. Lots o...
KeaBabies 3pk Soothe Zippy Baby Swaddle Wrap 0-6 Months, Newborn Sleep Sacks, Zipper Swaddles, Wearable Swaddle Blanket (Blossom)
Highly recommend having a couple of types of swaddles on hand when baby is born. I suggest going with an arms up style and one of the more traditional velcro style. This unzips from the top or bottom for easy diaper changes!
Love To Dream Swaddle UP Adaptive Original Swaddle Wrap - Dusty Blue - M
Sets like this are PERFECT for a registry! You never know what babe will like so having a couple of different swaddle options on hand will save the day! Having a variety pack like this is such a great value!
SwaddleMe by Ingenuity Baby Swaddle Wrap - Variety Pack
I think Halo is the only brand to have a swaddle like this that is a sleepsack combo. A lot of babies love this style and its a great registry addition.
HALO Innovations SleepSack Cotton Swaddle Wrap - Vintage Floral Striped - S
It's suprisingly hard to find a solid white swaddling blanket and it can be great for photos - especially to cover the hospital bassinet mattress for announcement photos!
Ely's & Co. Cotton Muslin Swaddle Blanket Dove White 1 Pack
Expensive? Yes! BUT saves you in the long run. Only comes in 2 sizes - 2 months to 2 years and then 2-4 hours. There are also no TOG ratings because the merino wool is temperature regulating. So instead of buying 2-3 sleepsacks in each size or season...
Woolino Merino Wool & Cotton Baby Sleep Sack
If you end up using the Love to Dream swaddle, this is great to help you transition from swaddling to a sleep sack. It lets you transition over time by having one arm out, then both, then none but still the compressed swaddle feel. I would wait to se...
Love to Dream Swaddle Up Transition Zip-Off Wings
Crib- Mattresses, Sheets & Cribs
A classic you can't go wrong with! I think it looks much better without the wheels and I highly doubt you'll be wheeling around a crib this size.
DaVinci Jenny Lind 3-in-1 Convertible Crib
This crib converts from a standard crib to a toddler bed and then a daybed. Love the vintage look but definitely think it is more feminine!
NAMESAKE Abigail 3-in-1 Convertible Crib
Can't go wrong with a classic gingham in a baby girl or boy's nursery! Petite Plum fabrics are luxe and I think the price for this quality is amazing.
Petite Plume - Luxe Premium Percale Crib Sheet in Pink Gingham
I have not tried these crib sheets but I have their bedding on my bed and it is swoon worthy - so soft! Mine is about 6 years old and still looks brand new. If I did it again, I would splurge on one of these sheets!
Biscuit Home - Ouisie Pink Crib Sheet
At some point, these will save you! Come in crib, bassinet, changing pad and pack-n-play size!
Ely's & Co. Baby Fitted Waterproof Crib Sheet 100% Combed Jersey Cotton
Greenguard Gold Certified. Great price for a mattress with organic cotton. I would definitely get a 2-stage mattress - one side is firmer for infants and then the other side is softer for toddlers. The core of this mattress is made from a good-grade ...
Organic Dream Certified Organic Cotton Lightweight 2-Stage Crib & Toddler Mattress
I went back and forth over whether to get the expensive, boutique brand crib sheets and in the end I just couldn't shell out $75 for something I knew was going to have God knows what kind of bodily fluids on it. Love the organic cotton - if you don't...
Honest Baby Organic Cotton Fitted Crib Sheet
If you're going to splurge on a crib mattress, let it be this one and not the "breathable" one. All crib mattresses in the US have to meet safe sleep standards and the "breathable" term is just a marketing gimmick. Stick your face in this and you wil...
Naturepedic Classic Organic Cotton Crib Mattress
I got a less expensive mattress and paired it with this mattress protector pad. I do feel like the materials used for waterproof are typically icky and this is made without vinyl/ PVC so it doesn't worry me! I figure the closer to my babies skin it i...
Naturepedic Waterproof Organic Crib Mattress Protector Pad
I haven't traveled anywhere that I've needed something like this but people rave about it. Great for room sharing if you're in a situation like a hotel room and you want to stay up but the baby is going to sleep.
SlumberPod Portable Privacy Pod Crib Cover
Storkcraft makes great furniture for kids! This crib includes the toddler rail which you will need before you can blink and it also transitions into a big kid bed which guess what? You will also need before you can blink!
Storkcraft Casablanca Convertible Crib w/ Drawer & Toddler Guardrail
Furniture
Dressers, Chairs, Lamps, and More
If you don't do a chair that reclines, I would recommend getting an ottoman! Its so nice to prop your feet up when you're spending hours in this chair - especially in the beginning!
Carter's by DaVinci Adrian Swivel Glider with Storage Ottoman
Taller than most dressers which is so great for diaper changes. Saves your back! Skip the changing table and get this. Love the smaller drawers at the top to store little baby items.
IKEA GULLABERG 8-drawer dresser
I did not want to spend $1000 on a glider but I did want a power recliner because I was so paranoid I would have a c-section and be sleeping in this thing for weeks. Someone told me to get a wingback style so you can rest your head for those middle o...
Delta Children Mercer Electronic Power Recliner and Swivel Glider with USB Port - Shell
If you want to do a changing table, do something like this that can totally be repurposed after!
Serena & Lily - Ludlow Changing Table
I'm generally not a fan of spending a ton of money on nursery furniture because it can be so short lived. I do think investing in a bookcase that can grow with your child is smart! Something like this can be used for years to come and could even tran...
Pottery Barn Kids - Elsie Bookcase
Love this for a modern nursery! This can so easily grow with your child or transition to another room in the house!
Ivy Bronx Larrey Modern Bookcase | Wayfair
Great size for kids and easy to transition as your child grows!
Highland Dunes Rumbell Bookcase | Wayfair
You'll want a table next to your rocker/ recliner. You need somewhere to put your water (especially if you're breast feeding), sit your phone to charge, and put down an empty bottle so you can keep rocking.
Spindle White Side Table - Put Beside Your Rocker!
Scallops are trending but I also think they're classic!
babyletto Swell Changing Table, Greenguard
Bassinets- Bedside Sleepers, Sheets and More
Cannot say enough great things about having a bassinet on wheels! One of my biggest questions was how the heck you get out of the bed with that giant thing right there and no wheels??? Babies are in a bassinet for such a short time that this is not s...
Papablic Bedside Baby Bassinet
The only twin bassinet I know of! No experience with twins so I don’t know if this would be better vs having 2 separate ones. It may depend on the amount of space you have!
BassiNest® Twin Bassinet - Halo Sleep
I haven't tried as a bassinet but I LOVE anything that can be repurposed or multipurpose like this! This includes the fabric to use the frame as either a travel crib/ pack-n-play OR a bassinet! This also means you can travel with the bassinet when ba...
Guava Lotus Bassinet Kit + Crib Bundle
I am absolutely not telling you to put this on your registry or buy it right out of the gate. It's a lot of money to spend for a baby who may or may not need or like something. I would wait to see how your baby does in just a plain ol' regular bassin...
SNOO Smart Sleeper Baby Bassinet with Rocking & White Noise
Sleep Tech and Electronics
It was important to me to have a non-wifi monitor because I have a friend who got hacked! Also easier for travel. I also wanted a monitor with a screen so I didn't have to pick up my phone in the middle of the night and it would be easier for care gi...
Infant Optics Video Monitor DXR-8 Pro
Ok, people either love this thing or think its really dumb. I love it and used it for myself before baby! Great light for night time feeds and I like the Rest+ because it is rechargeable - I was paranoid about the power going out! You do not have to ...
Hatch Rest+ Sound Machine, Night Light, and more
I got this over the Hatch because its about $15 cheaper and lets face it, baby stuff adds up quick! I splurged on a lot of things but this just didn't seem necessary!
Yogasleep Rohm® Portable White Noise Sound Machine
Camera monitor plus breathing monitor in one! The breathing monitor is a similar concept to the Owlet but uses a belly band type thing to monitor the motion of baby's breathing. There is no separate screen so you see baby on your phone which has pros...
Nanit Essentials Smart Baby Monitor with Mount
Decor
I'm tight on space and was wondering what I could do with books since I didn't have room for a shelf and this is perfect!
Scalloped Floating Shelves for Nursery Books
Aesthetic and perfect for cube storage shelves!
Braided Seagrass Crate - Brightroom™: Handwoven Basket, Fits 11" Cube System
This cube style shelves can be used a million ways and they are great for organizing little things. The shelves by themselves are great for displaying toys, organizing books, and stacking things like towels. My favorite thing is adding cube shaped bi...
13'' 6 Cube Organizer White - Brightroom™: Bookshelf
I'm a fan of anything that can be used in a nursery but also later down the line. These are gender neutral and can be used in any room of the house!
Scalloped Acrylic Bookends - Great for a nursery!
My niece's nursery was pink elephants and this would have been adorable hanging above the crib or dresser/ changing table!
Handmade 32" Wicker Elephant Sculpture
LOVE this chandelier for a nursery! Girl or boy!! Perfect if you're not finding out the gender too!
Wood Bead Nursery Chandelier
Great nursery rug! If you have hard flooring (hardwood, tile, etc) you are going to want a thicker rug so you have some padding.
Safavieh Kids Collection Polka Dot Border Area Rug
No blanket for the crib but it is nice to have one for the nursery chair! It's great to get cozy on those long nights!
Sterling Creek Dawson Star Cotton Throw
Great for on top of a dresser or to keep in different areas around the house. I have a caddy in the nursery and another I take from room to room - usually my room at night and the living room during the day. This could definitely be repurposed later!...
Scalloped Wicker Baby Diaper Caddy Organizer
Even if your nursery has carpet, I like putting a rug over it!
Neutral Blush Nursery Rug - Machine Washable
Something about a buffalo-check makes me swoon and I highly suggest blackout curtains for your babies room! I think part of the reason I like the check is because its not necessarily baby and can grow with your child when you eventually change the nu...
Farmhouse Living Grainger Buffalo-Check Curtain
Both the blue and pink versions of this rug are perfect for a little nursery!
Scalloped Washable 8x10 Area Rug
Great registry item and perfect pillow to set in the nursery chair!
Monogram Punch Needle Embroidery Pillow
One of the first nursery items I purchased! Great size and can also be used for storage. It has a plastic liner to protect the natural materials from wet laundry (there will be wet dirty clothes!)
Woven Paper Dot Floor Kids' Hamper Natural - Pillowfort™
I like having a taller lamp next to the rocking chair! Great for story time.
62" Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade
Great framed but you wouldn't necessarily have to. Perfect to put above a crib, dresser or changing table.
Nursery Retro Car Canvas Wall Art Watercolor
Hot air balloons are the cutest nursery theme!
Poen Felt Hot Air Balloon Nursery Wall Decor
I had in my guest room and kept for the nursery. Looks great on a table next to your glider/ recliner/ rocking chair!
Modern Acrylic Accent Lamp Brass - Threshold™
Would be so cute with stuffed animals in it!
3-Tier Hanging Basket
There's a reason this is viral on social media! It holds a ton, the shelves don't sag, and its cheap. Great for extra diapers, wipes, books, stuffed animals...basically anything baby! Also great in a bathroom!
Over The Door Organizer Storage
I know myself well enough to know I did not want a large diaper pale. I wanted something I would be forced to empty every day or two so that stinky diapers didn't pile up. I love Simple Human trash cans - I have them all over my house- so this was ju...
10 Liter Butterfly Lid Bathroom Trash Can