Home / Baby / Baby Shopping Guide These 12 gender neutral nursery items are perfect for passing down to younger siblings @caitlinrheaphotos/Twenty20 You'll get plenty of use out of these items, mama. By Emily Glover March 30, 2022 @caitlinrheaphotos/Twenty20 Rectangle We independently select and share the products we love—and may receive a commission if you choose to buy. On an aesthetic level, gender neutral nursery items are perfectly Instagrammable. But also? There is a real benefit to buying products that can be passed down to younger siblings—whether they are boys or girls. From crisp, modern furniture to sweet finishing touches, we rounded up gender neutral nursery items that are tried-and-true among parents. After all, you really can’t do wrong by prioritizing quality pieces that can transition from room to room! Even if you opt to go with a sweet pink or bold blue room, these neutral-colored finds will look right at home. For a little added color inspiration, consider modernizing with contemporary nursery color palettes like mint, jewel tones, terracotta and moody hues. These 12 gender neutral nursery items are perfect for adding to your registry. (Or your own shopping cart!) Shoppable 1. Babyletto Lolly 3-in-1 Convertible Crib $500 We’re swooning over this positively gorgeous convertible crib. So much of the beauty is in the simplicity of the design, which features smooth corners for safe play, modern two-tone colors and smooth spindles. As a GREENGAURD Gold Certified product, you can also rest assured that your baby is resting in a crib that exceeds rigorous chemical emissions standards. Reviewers say: “The crib itself is very sweet looking. It doesn’t take up too much space or take over the room, which we liked. It also is at a height that makes it easy for me (5’4) to grab our little guy easily.” – BAB Shop 2. Delta Children Happy Home Bookcase $167 A bookcase meets toy storage with this cute shelf. Along with a functional picket fence and gabled roofline, this 36″ x 45″ bookcase is a charming addition to any little one’s room. Reviewers say: “This is a gorgeous bookcase that is perfect for kids of all ages. In addition to the nice storage place for books and toys, it doubles as a doll house. My girls love playing with it! And it was easy to assemble. Would highly recommend!” – Nikol Shop 3. Lambs & Ivy Pom Pom Musical Baby Crib Mobile $60 With a 20-minute rotation of nursery songs and sweet pom pom design, this mobile is great for your baby’s auditory and visual development. Not to mention it complements just about any room decor! It easily attaches to the side of a crib with a lobster claw clasp. Reviewers say: “I love this mobile and both of my babies do, too! Staring into it and listening to the music is soothing. [It] is loud enough, but not too loud. It wasn’t hard getting together … and it worked perfectly.” – Nurse12 Shop 4. Extra-Large Cotton Rope Basket $32 You will find endless uses for this oversized rope basket—even once your little ones aren’t quite so little and have outgrown the nursery. Available in eight color pairs, you can find the hue that works best in your home. Nearly 30,000 reviewers gave this basket an average 4.8-star rating. Reviewers say: “From the size to the aesthetics… what’s not to love? This in the nursery is just lovely. [It] fits under my twin bassinet for storage of two baby carriers, changing pads, breast pump bag and other baby items. This is a real hit.” – Anonymous Shop 5. Finn Kids Wide White Dresser $1,300 Yes, this is an investment piece—but you can definitely see that investment pay off through years (and even generations!) of use. Designed to showcase the beautiful wood grain, this dresser has compact drawers at the top and larger ones at the bottom. The low-to-to-ground design allows growing kids to reach their clothes. Reviewers say: “I bought this for our nursery trying to keep a gender neutral and modern style. It goes very well with other items even when not matching 100% as I like the mismatch furniture style. Best part is the quality and how sturdy it is. My new boy will have this for years to come.” – VanessaandMichael Shop 6. Lorena Canals Vintage ABC Round Rug $225 Handcrafted from soft cotton, this 5′ round, non-toxic rug has a playful alphabet pattern that is right at home in any nursery. Perhaps the best part? The rug is machine-washable. 🙌 Reviewers say: “This Vintage ABC Round Rug is the perfect addition to the babies’ room! A genius way to start a simple acknowledgement of being introduced to the alphabet! Well made.” – Noni SHOP 7. Blackout Tassel Curtain Panel $27 In case no one has told you yet: Blackout curtains are absolutely a nursery essential! Lined with tassels and available in a few different colors, this panel works to block out daytime light for naps or early bedtimes—while providing a fresh look to the room’s decor. Reviewers say: “Perfectly darkens our nursery for naptime/bedtime. They’re lovely and fun for a kids room without being too childish. I feel like we’ll use these for a while since they’ll work with a bunch of themes.” – NChron Shop 8. DaVinci Olive Upholstered Swivel Glider with Ottoman $400 Get cozy while feeding your baby, rocking them to sleep or snuggling up for story time! Designed to keep parents just as comfortable as their babies, the DaVinci Swivel Glider can glide back and forth and rotate 360-degrees. The extra lumbar pillow is great for added support while holding your baby. Reviewers say: “We have a tiny nursery, but didn’t want to sacrifice the comfort of a glider. This glider is comfortable and is compact. I’ve nannied for years and tried out all types of gliders and this one is just as comfy and cute as they come… We plan to use our chair in our living room when we’re done having kids because it’s just that cute!!!” – Sophie J Shop 9. Children's Upholstered Chair $100 A sweet spot of their very own! This kid-sized chair could be where they discover a love of reading, where they seat stuffed animals for a performance, where they cozy up for story time… Or so much more. Made to complement many decor styles, this chair will be a favorite for you and your babe. Reviewers say: “My daughter loves this chair! When we get home it’s the first thing she climbs up on… She brings all her toys to it as well!” – Novaigh93 Shop 10. Etched Wooden Baby Blocks $70 These heirloom-quality wooden blocks are classic for good reason. Made with solid poplar wood and non-toxic paint, they are beautiful when placed on a shelf and functional when your baby is ready to start learning their letters and numbers. Reviewers say: “I purchased these as a keepsake gift for my new granddaughter. They made lovely baby shower decorations. They will also be used in her milestone photos and are now on display in her nursery until she is old enough to play with them. Each one is a work of art.” – G Mama Shop 11. 3-Piece Organic Botanical Crib Bedding Set $120 Made with organic cotton and bamboo fibers, this bedding set is as cozy as it is cute. The graphic botanic print stands out against crisp white fabric for a nature-inspired design that’s great in a gender neutral nursery. The set includes a changing pad cover, 100% cotton nursery blanket and knit printed crib sheet. Reviewers say: “We absolutely love this set! The sheets are super soft and the entire look is exactly what we were going for in the nursery!” – Lauren Shop 12. 2-in-1 Starry Table Lamp $45 Use the full power of the lamp while cuddling up for bedtime stories or changing a diaper in the middle of the night—or put the lamp in nightlight mode for a warm glow illuminating your baby’s room. The sweet star design and neutral colors makes this a great transitional piece in any child’s bedroom. Reviewers say: “I love this lamp for my daughter’s nursery… it’s beautiful! It brings such a pretty, girly ambiance to the room. It’s the perfect lamp to make the area pop!” – Jaz Shop Related Stories Baby Shopping Guide The baby-friendly cure-all product hiding in your medicine cabinet Baby Shopping Guide Jessica Biel tells us her 6 motherhood must-haves Baby Shopping Guide Tan France tells us his favorite parenting purchases—and how to shop savvy The latest Health & Wellness New study finds about 1 in 20 women use marijuana during pregnancy Baby Health Recall alert 🚨 Dynacare Baby powder recalled due to asbestos concerns Baby Milestones Starting solids? Don’t miss the ‘flavor window’ Baby Health This new baby food company lets you check each package for heavy metals