Waiting for the Surprise: Tips for a Gender-Neutral Nursery
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There’s something magical about waiting for the surprise. More and more parents are choosing not to find out their baby’s gender before birth, keeping that joyful moment for delivery day. But it does raise a question: how do you design a nursery when you don’t know who you’re decorating for?
The answer is simple: create a gender-neutral nursery. Not grey and bland — but warm, versatile, and timeless. A space that feels ready to welcome whoever your little one turns out to be.
1. Choose soft, natural tones
Neutral doesn’t have to mean bland. Colours like warm beige, sage green, soft clay, and cream create a soothing backdrop that works with any style. These shades are timeless and can evolve easily as your child grows.
2. Layer with texture
A neutral palette comes alive when you add layers of texture. Think woven rugs, natural wood, linen curtains, or a chunky knit blanket. These tactile elements add warmth and interest without relying on bold colours.
3. Add playful accents
Gender-neutral doesn’t mean joyless. Add pops of colour and character with accessories you can swap out as your child grows — cushions, mobiles, and of course, wall art. A print like “Our Whole World” or “You Changed Everything in the Best Way” makes a space feel both personal and universal.
4. Keep it timeless
Design with longevity in mind. Simple furniture in neutral finishes will work from the newborn stage through to early childhood. A cot that converts to a toddler bed, a dresser that doubles as a change table — these are practical investments that last.
5. Make it meaningful
The finishing touches are what make a nursery special. Personalised art, a handmade quilt, or a shelf of favourite childhood books give the room its soul. For many parents, a personalised birth detail poster becomes a keepsake they’ll treasure long after the nursery phase.
A space that grows with them
At Little & Good, we love being part of those moments of anticipation — creating prints and gentle reminders that feel at home in any nursery, whether you’re welcoming a boy, a girl, or keeping it a surprise.
Because in the end, nurseries aren’t about gendered colours or trends. They’re about love, belonging, and building a space that grows with your child.
✨ Gentle art for small humans and big hearts.