The Best Nursery Gliders to Rock, Soothe and Comfort Your Baby In

If you think you do a lot of late-night scrolling now, prepare for your screentime to peak during your middle of the night feedings, rockings and soothings. Conveniently located on the inside armrest of this glider, the built-in USB port on this chair lets you rest and recharge—literally. The glider reclines with the touch of a button and the eco-performance fabric is stain-resistant, water-repellent and made from at least 30 percent recycled yarn. The wingback style fits any nursery aesthetic and the glider’s smooth swivel motion is perfect for soothing a fussy baby.

Just note: The USB port is for charging small devices only, like a phone. Charging a larger device, such as a tablet, can damage the motor and could affect the glider’s charging and reclining capabilities.

A comfortable design, tons of color options, a coordinating ottoman and a super-affordable price point? Yes, please. Coming in at a price far below many of the other nursery gliders on our list, the Storkcraft easily nabs a spot as the best affordable nursery glider. This popular chair features comfy cushions, padded arms (one with two storage pockets built right in) and an ottoman that glides in tandem with the glider chair. And from dark wood to light and solids, there’s something for every nursery style here.

In case smooth gliding isn’t quite comfy enough for you, this nursery glider takes things one step further by adding a recline feature and a pop-up footrest. The Crewe features water-repellent and stain-resistant eco-performance fabric and a hidden recline mechanism to keep little fingers safe.

Lots of parents want the comfort and convenience of a glider but don’t think they have the space. Think again—the Toco boasts one of the smallest footprints of the many nursery glider chairs on the market but doesn’t sacrifice one bit of comfort. It’s perfect for tight city living or for room sharing with your baby. The high back and included lumbar pillow and ottoman make for extra support, and the metal base offers a 360-degree swivel for smooth gliding.

Want a similar style and the same compact frame but at a more budget-friendly price? Check out the DaVinci Olive Glider and Ottoman.

For taller caregivers, the standard nursery glider might lack neck and back support or the seat of the chair may sit too low, driving your knees into your chest (as a 5-foot-10-inch mom, I overstand). The Adrian from this Carter’s by DaVinci collab checks the tall parent box. It features a high back that’s just right for the more vertical among us. We also love the goes-with-anything style, the smooth glide (it glides forward, backward and swivels), the stain-resistant fabric and the coordinated storage ottoman. You can choose from four neutral shades and the fabric is GREENGUARD Gold Certified.

For another tall parent favorite, check out the DaVinci Suzy Recliner and Swivel Glider. One Babylist parent said, “We really liked that it had wider, padded arms for comfort and the seat was tall enough for my 6’2 husband but still comfortable for me at 5’4.”

The tufted back, rolled arms and wingback design of this nursery glider give it a more traditional feel than some of the other chairs on our best-of list, but it’s nowhere near short on modern features. The GREENGUARD Gold Certified fabric is stain-resistant and moisture-repellent, making it a good investment if you need a chair that will go the distance. There’s also an electronic recline and a built-in charging port, plus an effortless glide and a 270-degree swivel. Just keep in mind that like the other phone-friendly chairs on the list, the port is only to be used for small electronic devices.

You can’t deny that leather has a sleek, luxe look that naturally elevates a space. This chic vegan leather rocker will take your nursery style up a notch while also being super functional. The Sleepytime Rocker is hand-upholstered and features ash hardwood legs. The wide seat base allows for plenty of room to comfortably rock, feed and cuddle your little one—and look totally cool while doing it. It’s so roomy, one of our Babylist parents shared that she “can very comfortably sit cross-legged in it (I’m 5’4” and over 200 lbs), and I also put my feet up with an ottoman we already had.”

Other rockers we love: Storkcraft’s mid-century Northern Lights Nursery Rocker and the simple but stylish Milo Rocking Chair from Second Story Home.

This nursery glider from Nurture& is a splurge, but one that’s very much worthwhile since according to the brand’s website you’ll spend over 930 hours in a glider as a new parent. Created with feedback from real parents, this beautifully designed, premium quality chair has thoughtful features packed throughout, like an adjustable head support, power recline, built-in USB port and a smooth glide. It’s made from stain-resistant fabric that’s designed to wick away spills and moisture and has a roomy seat and seat depth so your body won’t feel like it is squeezing into place. You can add an ottoman, too, but it’s sold separately.

One Babylist parent shared, “I am recovering from a c-section, so the automatic power glide and the variety of positions it can easily fall into without manual effort on my part is absolutely perfect”.

If you’re looking for a glider with even more bells and whistles, check out The Glider Plus. It boasts the same features as The Glider, as well as high-quality extras like automated lumbar support and a 200-degree swivel.

With over a dozen fabric and color options to choose from, your biggest issue with this glider is going to be figuring out which one to choose. The Paxton Glider comes in everything from lightweight linen and vintage velvet to textured basketweave and cozy chenille. The glider has both power and manual reclining, with the manual recline designed to be whisper-quiet (because we know babies can hear a cotton ball drop when they’re sleeping). And the glider is GREENGUARD Gold Certified to meet strict chemical emissions standards. When the glider is done with nursery duty, the trendy knife-edged cushions are stylish enough that it can be moved to any other room without looking like a retired nursery glider.

Babyletto furniture is known for its classic mid-century look, and the Madison Swivel Glider fits right in if that’s your aesthetic. The low back and clean lines of this nursery glider make it an ideal choice for any modern nursery. And the chair is made from a water- and stain-resistant microsuede that’s durable and easy to clean, so no need to worry if you have your heart set on one of the lighter-colored fabrics.

Other modern gliders we can’t take our eyes off of: Babyletto’s Nami Electronic Recliner and Swivel Glider Recliner (that olive green color gets all the heart eyes) and the refined yet playful Arc Electronic Recliner and Swivel Glider from Ubabub.

We know that your baby’s nursery, in many ways, is a reflection of your personal interior decorating style—and your nursery glider is one of the many decor puzzle pieces. This one by Sixpenny comes in four main fabric options—linen, cotton, velvet and recycled faux fur (yes, your nursery chair can feel like a bear hug!). The linen, my personal favorite, has a few variations (like cotton linen, lightweight linen, medium-weight linen and more) so you can choose the exact texture and style that you want. As for the cushions, you can choose between poly-fill and feather-down (which are ethically sourced, according to the brand).