What furniture do I need in a nursery?
Short answer: At minimum, a safe sleep space and a mattress that fits. Most families add storage (drawers or a wardrobe), a changing area and a comfortable feeding chair.
Here is the detail behind that answer, taken from current UK guidance from the NHS and the Lullaby Trust.
Things to check
- Measure the room and plan where each piece goes before ordering.
- Check what is in the set (cot, cot bed, dresser, wardrobe) and the mattress size the cot takes.
- Wall-anchor wardrobes and drawers as the instructions say.
What the guidance says
- Use a firm, flat, waterproof mattress in good condition, with no raised or cushioned edges, that fits the cot or Moses basket with no gaps.
Related questions
What is a nursery furniture set?
Matching furniture, typically a cot or cot bed with a wardrobe and/or chest of drawers.
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- Evie 3 Piece Room Set - White
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- Evie 2 Piece Room Set - White
- Evie Mini 2 Piece Room Set - Cashmere
Check each product page for its exact dimensions, mattress size, age and weight limits and safety standards.
More advice
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Sources
- The Lullaby Trust: Baby mattresses and bedding (accessed 2026-10-21)
General information only, not medical advice. Always follow your product's instructions. If you are worried about your baby, contact your GP, health visitor or 111. In an emergency, call 999.