Gone are the days when parents go all out in decorating their nursery with the gender of the baby in mind. These days, regardless if it's a boy or a girl, nurseries tend to be more of a gender-neutral space. From being too traditional, the focus has already been on the design and functionality rather than the colour schemes.
Shopping for the nursery? We've got suggestions!
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1. Beautifully designed for children from birth to around 7 years old, this Sebra Bed, $1,695, Cuckoo Little Lifestyle, is not just gender-neutral but can also be used in the long run. It is equipped with an adjustable bottom so that you can change the bed from being a cot to a junior bed. Also, the material used is birch, which has been treated with an anti-bacterial, non-toxic wood paint to ensure your child’s safety.
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2. Opt to use cool-toned greys for your nursery, such as this curtain that will make sleeping more peaceful. Grey Star Children’s Blackout Curtain, $79.50, Piccolo House
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3. Get something functional and stylish for your nursery. This changing unit has practical storage options and can be converted into a junior desk in the future. Sturdy and gender-neutral, this inventive piece of furniture is a must-have in your nursery. Changing Unit With Drawers, From $1,460, Kuhl Home
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4. Make sure that your baby will get a safe and hygienic night’s sleep with Aerosleep Protect, $168, Deer Industries. The open 3D-structure of the fabric of the mattress protector ensures that your baby can continue to breathe freely and doesn't overheat in the cot.
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5. In creating a gender-neutral space, be creative in using more than 50 shades of grey. Have one of this nice grey rug in your nursery. Himmelsk, $49.90, IKEA
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6. Introducing wooden or natural elements to your little one’s haven is a way to bring in some warmth. Create that modern rustic vibes in your nursery with this Natural Wicker Diaper Caddy, $79.95, Crate and Barrel.
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7. Inject some fun into the walls with this colourful wall decal that will suit your nursery, regardless of your child’s gender. Rainbow Confetti Dots Wall Decal, $63.20, Hatchery
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8. Fill the room with music and lull your tiny tot to dreamland with this Skip Hop Moonlight & Melodies Projection Mobile (Clouds), $135.20, First Few Years.
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9. Though a gender-neutral room almost always has a neutral colour scheme, you can still add a pop of colour every now and then to add visual interest to the space. You can do so by adding a bean bag or something to sit on just like this whale-shaped Bean Bag Sofa, $138, Ibenma.
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10. Of course, a nursery won’t be complete without a nursing chair. Having a nice, comfy chair where you can cuddle and feed your baby is important in creating the perfect nursery for your little one. Reclining Glider Chair, $499.01, Mothercare
This article was first published on Cromly.