The best nursery chairs to rock-a-bye your baby to dreamland - Kidspot
Whether you're resettling them at night or catching some zzz's yourself in the day, these rocking chairs are a super comfy - and practical - addition to your nursery.
There are lots of different things that go into setting up the perfect nursery: the cot, the nightlight, the soft furnishings, the artwork... and all of these things are super important when it comes to creating a beautiful space for your little one, but it's also nice to think about something for you, somewhere you can sit to cuddle your baby, nurse them, or just put your feet up while they sleep. And there's nothing more perfect than a rocking chair: cosy, comfortable, super soft, and also relaxing - perfect for resettling your bub late at night, and for giving you a bit of calm in your day too. If you have the space in your nursery - or somewhere else in the house - it's worth considering adding one to your baby shopping list. Here are 12 rocking chairs we think would make a beautiful addition to your nursery.
The best rocking chairs to add to your nursery
Levede Rocking Chair, $329.95 at Amazon
Babyrest Anya Rocking Chair Grey, $579 at Myer
Bebe Care Bastille Rocking Chair, $429 at Baby Bunting
Childcare Osmo Rocking Chair, $379 at Myer
Quax Deluxe Rocking Chair, $699 at Zanui
Asta Recliner, $129.95 at Mocka
4Baby Elle Glider Chair Grey, $399 at Baby Bunting
Frohike Convertible Armchair, $439 at Zanui
Eliving Rocking Recliner, $423.50 at Catch
Adairs Baby Arden Natural Rattan Rocking Chair, $599.99 at Adairs
EVIE Fabric Rocking Chair, $699 at Freedom
Micah armchair with stool, $249.95 at Zanui
Want us to break these great buys down even further? Here is why we love them - keep reading.
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This affordable option from Amazon comes in two colours - grey and cream - and can be converted from a rocking chair to an armchair, which means it will make a great addition to the whole house - not just the nursery - once your baby has grown. Made from breathable soft-touch cotton fabric and high-density foam padding, the chair has plenty of fans from people who agree it's a great buy and super comfy. "Great value for money," writes one while another says, "It's exactly what I wanted at a much lower price than seen elsewhere for same product. Great item."
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This sleek, Scandi-inspired option makes a great choice if you're after a chair that is lightweight and portable and won't take up too much space in your nursery. Made from soft cotton fabric with a sturdy steel and wooden frame, it'd look just as comfy in a sunny corner of your living room.
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A rocker and recliner in one, this leather armchair is easy to clean and super comfy, especially for catching zzz's while your bub nap, with a footrest meaning you can really put your feet up and get comfy. It gets plenty of positive reviews from people who agree it manages to feel like a large chair while still being relatively compact and not taking up too much space in a nursery. "This chair is gorgeous and super comfy. It's a great compact size for a small-ish nursery like ours, without feeling small at all. Absolutely perfect."
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Another great option for a smaller, more compact rocker at a great price. It has an extra-wide seat (so will handle any number of kids climbing on your lap for storytime) and broad armrests to give you plenty of elbow room.
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Slim and sleek, this is an elegant rocker that has a high, cushioned headrest and seat and is upholstered in comfy polyester fabric to make it easy to clean and care for. "Just my favourite place to sit in the whole house," writes one mum. "It's upright enough to keep me awake while I'm feeding, but soft and cushioned enough to be totally relaxing. I love this chair."
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I'm a big fan of Mocka - I stocked most of my nursery including cot and change table with their range - and this is a sleek and lightweight Scandi-inspired rocker that would go really well in any modern baby's room. It does have quite a deep recline which some shorter mums said they found a bit challenging to get in and out of, but others said they loved because it helped them completely relax while feeding. "Fantastic quality recline perfect for feeding my little one and so comfortable," says one.
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A very traditional rocker that is sturdy and solid, with thick arms for resting your elbows, a cushioned seat, and a diamond tufted back, it's classy and elegant, as well as comfortable. It will also convert to an armchair if preferred. "So comfy," writes one reviewer, adding, "Perfect height to get in and out of for pregnancy!"
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Another great convertible option, this is a large and luxurious chair, perfect for making a statement in your nursery. With tufted fabric and thick, padded arms, this chair has an extra thick foam padded seat, a high and supportive back, and is nice and wide to fit everybody and every kid who might want to pile on for a cuddle.
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Super cushy and padded, this reclining rocker is an uber cosy option for total relaxation. While it's a little bigger than some of the other options, if you've got the room, it's a chair that will work beautifully in a nursery or in a living room for Netflix and chill time.
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A super modern, coastal look makes this woven rattan rocking chair stand out from the rest and it would be a beautiful standout in a nursery or in any living room. "The chair is absolutely amazing! Very comfortable and a good height to rock. The delivery was amazing and I loved that the chair was already assembled."
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This high-backed, cushioned rocker has a cool, mid-century feel and is super supportive and comfortable. Great for the bedroom or the living room, it's upholstered in soft dappled fabric for a fresh and modern look.
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A very affordable option, this lightweight and comfortable chair comes with a footstool for extra comfort. Crafted from birch plywood for a strong and sturdy frame, it has a soft, cushioned sponge seat for added comfort and cotton upholstery that's easy to clean. "Love love love this chair," writes one reviewer. "It's the comfiest thing I've ever sat on. Perfectly positioned for relaxing, no cushions are needed. It's much bigger than you'd imagine though (which I personally love) but do check the dimensions."
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What should I look for when buying a rocking chair for my nursery?
Probably the most important thing to consider is comfort - you'll be sitting in this chair for long periods of time, often in awkward positions while trying to feed or settle your baby. It's important to make sure your chair is super comfortable and supportive. A chair with lumbar support is great - either with a built-in or added cushion - and comfortable armrests are important to be able to give yourself a rest while propping up your baby.
You also want it to be made from durable, easy-to-clean fabric. While your rocking chair probably won't suffer quite as many spills, spews and poos as, say, your cot might, it's still good to get one that is easy to clean because babies are babies, and accidents will always happen.
Finally, consider the size of the chair vs the size of the room. A large chair might feel super sturdy, but if it takes up too much space in a small nursery it will quickly feel like an imposition. Similarly, a chair that is too light and flimsy might just end up in the way when you decide it's more comfortable to feed on the couch.
Do I really need a rocking chair?
We've said before: when it comes to babies, the only things you ACTUALLY need are something to dress them in and a safe place for them to sleep. Everything else is just 'nice to have'. But there is no doubt most babies are pretty bad at sleep and there is also no doubt most babies are calmed by a gentle rocking motion. And at 3am when you're exhausted and half asleep yourself, it's certainly easier to rock them in a chair than on your feet, back and forth for hours on end. If you have space and you have the budget, I'd say a rocking chair is a smart addition to your nursery. If nothing else, extra comfy chairs are never unwanted and can always do double duty later on as a cosy couch for storytime or in your study or living room.
Want more newborn buying guides? Here are the best cots for catching zzz's and here is our guide to Australia's best bassinets.
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