Nursing furniture makes feeding and settling a baby comfortable, and the two main pieces are a nursing chair and a change table. A glider or rocking chair gives you a supportive, soothing spot for the many hours of feeding; a change table puts nappy changes at a safe, back-friendly height. The right pieces suit your nursery space and get plenty of use in the early months. Think about comfort for long feeds and a change setup that's safe.
What is a nursing chair?
A nursing chair is a comfortable, supportive chair for feeding and settling a baby, as a nursery chair, often a glider or a rocking chair nursery piece that moves gently to soothe. A glider slides smoothly back and forth on a fixed base, while a rocker curves on rockers — both help settle a baby and are comfortable for the long hours of feeding. Good back and arm support matters, since you'll sit for extended feeds, sometimes at night. Some come with a matching footstool. It's one of the most-used pieces in a nursery, so comfort and support are what count.
Is a rocking chair good for a nursery?
Yes — a rocking chair for a nursery gives the same gentle, soothing motion as a glider, helping settle a baby during feeds. A rocker curves on its rockers while a glider slides on a fixed base; both suit long feeds, so choose by the motion you prefer.
What makes a safe change table?
A change table puts nappy changes at a comfortable height so you're not bending to the floor, but a baby on a raised surface can roll off, so safety features matter. Look for raised edges or a barrier on all sides, a safety strap to hold baby, and a sturdy frame that won't wobble. Never leave a baby unattended on a change table, even strapped, and keep one hand on them always. Storage shelves underneath keep nappies and wipes within reach so you don't turn away. A sturdy table with raised sides and a strap, used with a hand always on baby, is the safe setup.
Common questions
What is a glider chair?
A glider chair is a nursing chair that slides smoothly back and forth on a fixed base, unlike a rocker that curves on rockers. The gentle gliding motion helps settle a baby during feeds.
Do I need a nursing chair?
It's not essential but makes a real difference — you'll spend many hours feeding, often at night, so a supportive, comfortable chair helps. Any comfortable armchair can work if you prefer.
How do I use a change table safely?
Choose one with raised edges and a safety strap, keep one hand on baby at all times, and never leave them unattended even when strapped. Keep supplies within reach so you don't turn away.
What height should a change table be?
At a comfortable standing height for you, usually around waist level, so you're not bending down. This protects your back over the many changes in the early months.
Can I pay for nursing furniture with Afterpay?
Yes. You can split it with Afterpay, Zip, Klarna or PayPal Pay in 4. Our nursing furniture starts from $120, which is four fortnightly payments of $30.
Complete the nursery
Nursing furniture pairs with the rest of the nursery. Add a baby cot for sleep, a monitor to listen in, and a baby bath for bath time.
A $120 nursing chair splits into four fortnightly payments of $30.0 with Afterpay, and Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 do the same. Every order ships from our Australian warehouse, dispatched within 1–2 business days, with a 12-month warranty and 30 days to return it. We're a family-run Australian store, going since 2016, rated 4.66 out of 5 across 5,363 reviews.
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