A nursery night light can make nighttime feedings, diaper changes, and check-ins much easier. But not all lights are created equal. The right night light should provide just enough glow to see what you’re doing without overstimulating your baby or disrupting sleep.
In this guide, we’ll share our top picks for the best nursery night light options, along with what to look for so you can choose one that supports better sleep for both you and your baby.
My True Story about Nursery Night Lights…
When my first baby was a few weeks old, I would try so hard to navigate the dark in the house during night wakings to ensure that I didn’t wake everyone up even more by turning on an overhead light or my bedside table lamp. Every time I attempted to use the light from my cell phone, it would cut off at the worst time, or it was just too bright. Plus, trying to finagle holding a baby and nursing that baby all while holding a cell phone (tilted in just the right direction to give the right light) proved to be a bit of a challenge! 😉
After the dog experience, I knew it was time to start researching options for night lights that would emit a softer light in the night so that I was able to still see my baby and ensure a proper breastfeeding latch, but not have a light that was too bright and overstimulating for the wee hours of the morning.
My research led me to nursing (or bottle feeding) lights and other nursery lighting! Have you heard of them before? Don’t let the term “nursing light” fool you! These lights are not just exclusive to nursing families. They can be used during any bottle-feeding time or non-feeding wake-up time as well. Some can even be used as a regular night light for toddlers.
There are a variety of different nursing lights out there that you can use. Here is a list of our Top 5, in no specific order:
Our Top Picks for the Best Nursery Night Light Options
The RTSU Bedside Lamp isn’t an actual “nursing” lamp, but it can conveniently be placed on any surface and turned on just by touching it. What we love about this is that you can adjust the brightness just by tapping it more than once. It’s rechargeable as well as wireless, which makes it very easy to move around the nursery. Fully charged, it will last for 1.5 hours which means you likely won’t need to charge it daily.
This Smart Table Lamp has it all! You can control it with your touch, your voice, with an app on your phone, or with Alexa/Google Assistant! It has a timer and 16 million colors too.
This night light by JolyWell is great for breastfeeding at night or for nightlights for toddlers. The touch control and timer are especially handy! And we love the calming color choices this light offers.
This rechargeable touch light can be put up on any wall. You control the brightness by how long you hold your hand on it and can turn it on and off with a quick touch. What’s really nice is that it has a memory feature. Once you find the perfect brightness level for you and your baby, it will remember the setting next time. Very convenient! Sometimes it’s the smallest thing that can make a big difference.
The Hatch Baby Rest is a nightlight that also has a sound machine and an app. You can customize the color, brightness, sound, and volume level. Also, you can set it to turn off and on automatically based on your family’s sleep schedule. That means this device can grow with your child if your toddler is waking early, for example.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best nursery night light is dim, warm-toned, and adjustable. Lights that are too bright or blue-toned can interfere with your baby’s sleep, so look for soft amber or red hues.
Babies do not need a nursery night light to sleep, but it can be very helpful for parents during nighttime feedings and diaper changes. The key is using a low, sleep-friendly light.
A nursery night light that is too bright or uses cool or blue light can disrupt sleep. Choosing a dim, warm light helps minimize sleep disruptions.
It is best to keep the nursery night light as dim as possible if left on overnight. Some parents prefer lights with timers or motion sensors to limit exposure.
Warm colors like red, amber, or soft yellow are best for a nursery night light because they are less likely to interfere with melatonin production and sleep.
Final Thoughts on Choosing the Best Nursery Night Light
The best nursery night light is one that balances visibility and sleep friendliness. A soft, warm glow can help you care for your baby overnight without fully waking them, making it easier for everyone to fall back asleep.
When choosing a nursery night light, look for adjustable brightness, warm tones, and easy controls so you can quickly respond during the night. The right light can become a small but powerful part of your nighttime routine, and a big help in getting more rest. As you can see, there are quite a few different options for a nursery night light. These are just a few of our favorites! This guide should help you find the right fit for your family and help you get back to sleeping and dreaming soon!
*The Baby Sleep Site was in no way compensated for this post. All opinions are our own.*
