If you’re looking to increase the square footage of your nursery in a way that doesn’t require major demolition, consider taking the closet doors off of the closet and creating a crib closet. The curtain rod can be removed, and sturdy shelves easily hang on the back wall for storage. For added flair, build a shiplap or paneled wall behind for texture, and store the dresser nearby for easy access. The room will instantly appear bigger, and they’ll be more space for playtime.
30 Ideas for Blissful and Seamless Nursery Organization
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April 1, 2023
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There are few things more exciting for a parent than preparing a nursery for a baby on the way. Nursery organization is a key element in designing a space that will not only reflect your baby and family’s personalities but also be functional, safe, and easy to maneuver. Babies require many supplies, and there are various tips and tricks to curating a nursery space that can fit the demands of your baby.
Of course, a crib is the greatest necessity, but placement is important. Choosing a recliner or ottoman and where it will be placed in relation to the dresser or changing table is also important. Not to mention, the toys! They can take up so much space, but having a place where they can be put away out of (or in) sight is crucial to a happy and active child.
The designers in this collection have done a fabulous job displaying their nursery organization hacks and ideas. Get inspired, and prepare to be wowed by the blissful and seamless nurseries that are sure to be safe havens for these beautiful babies.
02 of Accent Blanket Ladder on Wainscoted Wall
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It is impossible to have too many blankets in a nursery, and a great organizational method for them is a blanket ladder that can casually stand off in the corner. It ensures that blankets are accessible for the crib, or for the changing table which are both adjacent to its placement. This one in particular looks great on a tan wainscoted wall for a neutral nursery theme.
03 of Buckets of Baskets Nursery Organization
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Baskets of all shapes in sizes thrive in baby nurseries. Their uses are endless in the way they can compartmentalize all types of baby goods and supplies. In this bunny-themed girl’s nursery, a shelf of wicker baskets stands as a dresser, and round fabric baskets are filled with other trinkets on the floor next to the crib. They are also great for dirty laundry that is constantly flowing.
04 of Nursery Hook Organization
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This girl’s nursery is full of bright colors. A bold red and black rug is complemented beautifully by a white crib, dresser, and tan accents. To keep frequently used items accessible such as a diaper bag, or bath towel, this nursery has implemented a coat rack with gold hooks for easy storage close to the crib and dresser.
05 of Boy’s Dresser and Toy Nook
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Not all nurseries need to have a toy shelf. If one isn’t in your design plans, utilize the top of a dresser for frequently used toys, accompanied by an animal basket of favorite stuffed animals. This white dresser with blue paneling is perfect for a growing boy, and the toys are easily accessible. For a design idea, wallpaper stickers are an easy way to add fun print without changing the whole wall.
06 of Animal Gallery Wall With Subtle Camera Feature
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As baby monitors become more high-tech, many parents are opting for a video monitor with special audio and visual features. A great way to incorporate this tool into your baby’s nursery is by mounting it in conjunction with a gallery wall. This wall filled with baby zoo animals is so cute, and the baby monitor sits safely on top with an unobstructed view of the crib.
07 of Nursing Table Organization Idea
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Moms can never have enough to places to put baby items. As an inspirational hack, consider placing a small nightstand or stool to the side of your rocking chair or recliner. They’re a great accent piece but also function as a surface for breast pumps, bottles, night lights, books, or pacifiers.
08 of Curated Closets Nursery Organization
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This girl’s nursery is another example of closets that have been opened up for simpler furniture storage. Instead of putting the crib inside, an abstract wallpaper hangs on the back wall with a gold frame mirror, accompanying a traditional cream dresser and changing pad. Nurseries tend to run small in square footage, and the ingenuity of the exposed closet is truly magnificent.
09 of Shag Carpet for Mobile
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Babies spend a lot of time on the floor, and they must have a sufficient cushion for their delicate bodies. The modern, minimalistic mobile shown in this photo does not have an accompanying mat, so the sky is the limit as to what can be placed underneath. The designer of this nursery chose a cozy, white shag carpet that accompanies the main area rug of the room.
10 of Corner Crib Nursery Organization
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Nurseries revolve around the crib as the pinnacle piece of equipment, and a great piece to put it is extending from a corner. This nursery, because of the window’s flowy pink curtains, has limited wall space, but a rocking chair can easily be placed in the corner adjacent to the crib while still allowing plenty of floor space for ottomans, mobiles, and baskets.
11 of Ottoman Seating and Storage
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Are your little ones constantly getting into the toy closet? Consider placing a heavy ottoman in front of the closet doors to inhibit access. This blue suede ottoman is coordinated perfectly with a gray, white, and blue rug. In addition, it can double as a seat for children and adults.
12 of Organizing a Nursery With Double Windows
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If you’re lucky enough to have a nursery with not one, but two windows, take advantage by framing them with cream black-out curtains. Furniture placement can be a struggle around large open windows, but this designer chose to place their bright teal crib in front of one of the windows, with a white toy shelf between both curtains.
13 of Miniature Bookshelf With Door
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To minimize the heavy furniture in the room, consider a miniature shelf with a built-in door. The shelves on one side are great for stuffed animals, books, blankets, and other toys, but you can hide less aesthetically pleasing articles like diapers, creams, and wipes behind the door. It matches the elephant theme of the room so well, and the distressed finish is the perfect touch for the room design.
14 of Light and Airy Toddler Nursery
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When you’re baby outgrows their crib, they will need a toddler bed. This toddler bed in white has a safety rail on the side to prevent your little one from rolling off the side. A cute little shelf with four coordinated baskets is the perfect height for toy and book access while remaining organized and clean in this pristine gray-and-white bedroom.
15 of Vintage Nursery Organization
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Old homes are the most fun to decorate, and a nursery curated on the top floor of an old home is extra special. The exposed wood beams create a vintage flair that is so unique and looks incredible against glossy, original hardwood floors. Because the room is not a traditional square, the crib is placed on an inside wall away from the door, and a changing table sits back in the corner. Rugs line the floors to ensure the little one still has enough room to place on soft ground.
16 of Neutral Boy’s Room With Versatile Bookshelf
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Bookshelf décor is very versatile because it can change with the season of life. This little boy’s room displays baby pictures, plants, stuffed animals, and abstract art pieces. Gray wicker baskets with lids stand in the corner under a creative banner with a classic John Lennon quote.
17 of Simple Nursery Holiday Décor
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Holiday décor is a possibility in a nursery, especially if it is up and out of the way of wandering hands. This designer chose a simple wooden nativity for the top of a white, three-drawer dresser. A two-tone dresser painted white and gray stands in the corner with a boho-inspired tan, gray, and white mobile.
18 of Deep Green Shiplap in Boy’s Nursery
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As your child grows, you may want them to reach their books on their own. These floating bookshelves hang low to the ground, adjacent to a deep green shiplap wall with stenciled letters. A hanging plant hangs in the corner, and a white crib with brown sheets stands prominently in front of the accent wall.
19 of Gray Nursery Rug with Doll House Shelves
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This bright and light white nursery corner includes a deep plush gray and white rug with a mandala pattern on it. An upholstered white armchair and fleece-covered white stool offer a cozy spot next to a dollhouse-shaped bookshelf.
20 of Changing Table Dresser Organization
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Long dressers are so versatile because they can easily double as a changing table. This white dresser with fun blue nobs is perfect because it adds a bit of color, but isn’t overbearing in appearance. For a fun organization hack, use baskets near the changing table for diapers, wipes, and diaper creme for easy storage.
21 of White Nursery Toy Organization Idea
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A white bookshelf is repurposed as a toy organization display shelf. Draped with a white heart garland and adorned with various adorable accents, this toy organization idea is perfect for a nursery. Soft filtered light streams in from a nearby window and light-neutral plush carpet runs throughout.
22 of Pink Rocker Chair and Plush Pouf
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A white bedroom contains a white crib and a matching chest of drawers. A pink nursery chair sits on a taupe carpet beside a fluffy pouf and pink textured rug. An accent wall with floral artwork and wainscoting stands behind the crib.
23 of Wall Shelf With Dowel Rod for Nursery Organization
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If your baby’s nursery is short on closet space, or if you simply want to display their tiny perfect clothing, this wall shelf with an accompanying dowel rod is a nice addition. Shelves are great for displaying special keepsakes and filling empty wall space. Any piece of décor that can have a functional aspect is a win in our book.
24 of Baby Book Nursery Organization
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Books are not only great for learning, but they make a perfect design feature in nurseries. Floating shelves with a special lip specific for books hang above a distressed antique chest. The shelves store at least ten books and the open concept makes it so babies can choose which book to read out of their library with ease without making a mess because of the placement on the wall.
25 of Rattan Chandelier Over Round Nursery Rug
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Woven rattan chandelier hangs above wood flooring with a round nursery rug. Taupe walls are complete with white crown molding and baseboards. Circular brass mirror is mounted over a light wood dresser with changing table. Matching wood shelves are tucked into the corner.
26 of Toy Shelf Nursery Organization
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Toys can be everyone’s best friend, or worst enemy, depending on how you’ve managed their storage situation. In this gender-neutral nursery with light green and shiplap walls, an exposed toy shelf with nooks and baskets is perfect for babies that want to grab and go. The open shelving makes choosing toys easy, but smaller toys can still be organized in tan pull-out buckets.
27 of All-White Nursery with White Dresser
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This all-white nursery is decorated with a white dresser and matching white walls, along with a white storage cube. A large, round wood framed mirror matches the wood floating shelves, which are accessorized with framed prints and photos, as well as a white glove and letter sign.
28 of Changing Table With Storage Capacity
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Individual changing tables are extremely beneficial in function and design. The table shown here has shelf space for diaper changing products, but also has a cubby underneath for laundry, toys, or whatever you need to store. To the left is the perfect corner spot for a rocking chair, and floating bookshelves hang above for the best reading nook.
29 of Delicate Canopy Crib in Dreamy Nursery
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Cribs fit perfectly into small or tight corners. For a magical ambiance, incorporate a hanging canopy over the crib edge. Mobiles can hang from the center, providing stimulation for your little one. It also provides a shade for better sleep during the daytime hours.
30 of Organizing a Reading Nook
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Reading is a great pass time for babies, and nursery room corners are the perfect place in the house for establishing a reading nook. Grab the comfiest recliner or rocking chair that you can find, and add a few blankets and pillows, like the gold and floral ones shown here. This designer has set up a standing shelf within arm’s reach filled with books and toys for storytime.
