What are the best rocking chairs for nurseries?
When you’re furnishing your nursery, your rocking chair is the one piece of furniture that’s more for you than for your baby. It’s where you’ll sit and feed for hours. Where you’ll rock them to sleep and tell them stories. With all that time spent sitting in it, it needs to be comfortable and supportive!
But with so many styles to choose from, how do you know which is the best rocking chair for your nursery? We share what to look for in a nursing chair, the benefits of rocking versus gliding, and why the right accessories, like the Snuggle Me Organic nursing pillow, can make all the difference.
What makes a great nursery rocking chair?
The best rocking chair for a nursery should be equal parts supportive and soothing. You’ll want a chair that:
- Feels comfortable for long periods of sitting
- Provides good lower back and arm support
- Has a gentle rocking or gliding motion
- Matches your nursery style
- Offers practical features like USB charging ports or easy-to-care for fabrics
All iL Tutto nursery chairs are designed by parents for parents with your needs in mind. The range includes some of the best nursery rocking chairs in Australia, with award-winning designs and much-loved styles.
Rocking chair vs glider: what’s the difference?
Often the term rocking chair is used as a catch-all term for nursery chairs. If you’re shopping for rocking chairs for nursing, it’s good to understand that most modern rocking chairs are actually gliders.
While both rocking chairs and gliders help soothe your baby with movement, there are a few differences to consider:
- Rocking chairs move in a curved arc, giving you a more traditional back-and-forth motion. They tend to have exposed legs and a classic look. The Jonah Rocking Chair is a beautiful contemporary rocking chair in a stunning bouclé fabric.
- Gliders move smoothly on a fixed track, offering a more subtle, horizontal motion. They’re quieter, stable on carpet or rugs and usually have a modern aesthetic. The Frankie Electric Recliner Gliders are packed with all the mod-cons new parents could need.
You’ll find a chair to suit every nursery style in the iL Tutto range. From simple and stylish chairs to luxury recliners with impressive built-in features, you’ll find an option to suit your needs.
How to choose the best rocking chair for your nursery
When you’re choosing your nursery chair, there are a few things to consider:
1. Space in the nursery
A glider requires less space than a rocking chair but the last thing you want is to find that your nursery chair doesn’t fit in the room. Or that it’s too tight a fit and the chair doesn’t have space to glide or rock.
If you have a large nursery with ample room, you have more options. For a compact space, look at chairs like the Felix Gliders. They are the smallest chairs in the iL Tutto range so you can get a beautiful chair without compromising on comfort or style.
2. Recovery needs
Recovering from birth or C-section? An electric recliner chair can help you get comfortable and stand up safely without straining your core.
These electric chairs also feature USB charging ports so you can charge your devices, white noise machine or even your breast pump while feeding your baby.
3. Aesthetic and longevity
When you buy your nursery chair, you’re likely only thinking about using it for that first phase of parenting. But if you invest well and buy a quality chair in a timeless style, it can transition into your living room or another area of your home.
iL Tutto offers a premium range of nursery chairs, all covered in luxurious Oeko-Tex fabrics for added peace of mind. The neutral colours ensure they will seamlessly blend with your other decor so you can enjoy your chair for many years to come.
Pair your chair with a Snuggle Me feeding pillow
To elevate your feeding experience, consider pairing your nursery chair with a Snuggle Me feeding pillow. These ergonomically designed pillows support your arms and baby’s body during feeds, helping you find a more comfortable position and reduce strain on your neck and shoulders.
Whether you’re in a rocking or glider chair, a well-positioned nursing pillow can make all the difference – especially during those early cluster feeds or long overnight sessions. Snuggle Me feeding pillows are made with non-toxic, organic fabric and are incredibly soft, making them ideal for your baby’s sensitive skin.
The verdict: what’s the best rocking chair for your nursery?
Whether you’re looking for a traditional baby rocking chair, a modern glider with recline, or a high-tech chair with extra support, iL Tutto has an option to suit.
Browse our full range of nursery chairs and find your perfect match.