How Much Does a Nursery Cost?
Budget for your baby nursery by essential items, furniture quality level, and nice-to-haves.
India
Crib: ₹5,000-25,000। Mattress: ₹2,000-8,000 (FIRM — SIDS prevention!)। Changing table: ₹3,000-10,000 (or use existing dresser)। Wardrobe: ₹5,000-15,000। Total basic: ₹15,000-60,000। FirstCry, Babyhug, R for Rabbit: popular Indian brands।
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Second-hand: crib, clothes, toys — babies outgrow in weeks। OLX, Facebook groups। NEVER buy used: mattress, car seat (safety critical)।
The nursery is one of the most over-spent baby categories. A $10,000 Pinterest-worthy nursery and a $1,000 functional nursery serve the same purpose — a safe, comfortable space for a baby who cannot see past 12 inches for the first month. Spend your limited pre-baby budget on a quality car seat, stroller, and 3 months of saved expenses instead.
