For many expectant parents, decorating the nursery is one of the most exciting parts about getting ready for your new little human. It’s an opportunity to express your personal style and flex those interior design muscles without having to take someone else’s opinion about them! It’s also a way to jumpstart your little one’s interest in a particular topic. You can always default to a traditional nursery theme, such as safari or the classic pink and blue, but if you’re looking for something a little different and gender-neutral, we’ve got just the list you’re looking for.
Winnie the Pooh
Princesses are out, Winnie the Pooh is in! This gender-neutral theme can take on so many iterations depending on your taste in the stories, lessons and characters. Start by choosing your “theme within a theme.” Pick your favorite character or color palette and go from there. For example, for a sleepy and restful motif, go with the soft blues and greys that echo Eeyore. Don’t let his gloomy attitude fool you, Eeyore is a wise and loyal friend to all his friends.
Out of This World
This is one seriously cool theme that you don’t see plastered all over Pinterest. It’s definitely a gender-neutral choice that can spark a kid’s interest in science, exploration and adventure. Set the scene by painting the walls a stormy blue or light gray. For a more feminine touch, look for a purplish-gray or pale yellow. Focus on a moon and stars motif for a look that’s truly dreamy or take a planetary and space travel approach for your future astronaut.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Eric Carle’s 1969 classic has a playful theme with a bold, modern touch. Set the tone with a brightly colored wall with the caterpillar and its favorite snacks. This is a favorite for little ones because of its timeless aesthetic and fun, educational content.
Bug Out!
Pick a bug, any bug! “Bee” it a bumblebee, butterfly, dragonfly or ladybug, the options are endless! Start with light green or pale blue walls to give the room a grassy or sky vibe. Then, let your bug of choice drive your color selections from there! And remember to think outside the box — a ladybug nursery doesn’t have to be all black and red, and a bumblebee nursery doesn’t have to be just yellow and black. Find one décor item that you love, and let that be your jumping off point for all other style and accessory choices.
Peter Pan
Whimsical, fantastical and rich with imagination, this theme can go from a more feminine look with a Tinkerbell focus, to Peter and the Lost Boys for one with more of an adventurous spirit. Turn to J. M. Barrie’s 1904 classic book for some great quotes about childhood wonder, like “Dreams do come true, if only we wish hard enough“ and be sure to have them featured prominently in the nursery.
The best part about creating your new bundle of joy’s nursery is that you can personalize nearly anything, creating a nursery that is truly unique to your one-of-a-kind little person. Keep in mind that not every single aspect of your nursery has to “show” your theme. Choose a color palette or theme that reflects it and work in items that bring it to life. Fleece blankets, pillows, posters or lamps are just some examples of products that will help really bring home your happy design ending.
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