How to Organize Baby Clothes
In this post, I’m sharing 10 super genius ways to organize baby clothes, real tips I’ve either used myself or bookmarked for my next nursery reset. Whether you’re a first-time parent or you’ve done this dance before and just want to make things easier this time around, these hacks are here to help.
Let’s be honest, babies may be tiny, but their stuff takes up a lot of space. If your nursery is already looking like a baby boutique exploded, trust me, you’re not alone. These ideas are all about bringing order to the chaos without stressing you out.
1. Underwear Organizers for the Tiny Things
Those little drawer dividers people use for bras and briefs? Yeah, turns out they’re absolute magic for baby clothes. I use them in my nursery dresser to sort onesies, little tees, leggings, and even burp cloths. Everything stays in its own little compartment, no more digging around or refolding the same pile for the tenth time.
Plus, when you’re half asleep trying to find a clean bodysuit at 3 a.m., having everything visible and sorted is everything.
2. Double Hanging Rails to Maximize Closet Space
Most nursery closets are designed like adult closets. But here’s the thing, baby clothes are tiny. They don’t need all that vertical hanging space. Installing a second rail underneath the main one instantly gives you more room. It’s such a simple fix, but the payoff is huge.
I used to cram everything onto one rail until I added the second, and wow, now it feels like an actual system instead of a chaotic baby fashion jungle.
3. Labeled Hanging Organizers for Baby Sizes
I found these adorable hanging organizers that are divided by size, newborn, 0–3 months, 3–6 months, and so on. And let me tell you, they saved my life in the early days when baby outgrew things weekly. No more guessing or pulling out three different sizes before finding one that fits.
It also made it easy for anyone helping out (hi, grandma!) to find exactly what they needed without turning the whole closet upside down.
4. No Closet? No Problem. Enter: The Clothing Rack
Not every nursery comes with a closet. Some don’t even come with real storage, period. I found a simple bamboo clothing rack on Amazon and set it up right next to the changing station. Not only is it super functional, but it looks kind of adorable too. Like a tiny boutique for your baby’s cutest pieces.
And it makes planning outfits so easy because everything’s right there in plain sight.
5. Back-of-the-Door Shoe Organizer Hack to Organize baby clothes
I saw this genius idea from Lela Burris (seriously, follow her) and immediately ran to try it. Those clear shoe organizers that hang on the back of your door? Use them to store larger baby clothes that aren’t in rotation yet, things like 6–9 month sleepers or 12-month onesies from your baby shower stash.
It keeps everything organized and out of the way, but still easy to access when baby hits that next growth spurt overnight, as they do.
6. Keep a “Too Small” Bin Handy
This one’s simple but brilliant. Keep a labeled bin, just a basic storage box will do, and mark it “Too Small.” Anytime your baby grows out of something, toss it in the bin. That way, you’re not constantly sorting through a dresser full of clothes that don’t fit anymore.
Trust me, this one little habit will save you so much frustration down the line. It’s like clutter insurance.
7. Tiny Organizers for Tiny Shoes and Socks
Baby shoes. So cute. So easy to lose. I picked up a small plastic organizer with little sections, kind of like a jewelry tray, and used it for all my baby’s socks, booties, and tiny shoes. It lives in a top drawer where I can see everything at once.
Bonus, it’s kind of ridiculous how satisfying it is to see those tiny shoes all lined up like a mini shoe store.
8. Rod with Hanging Clips for Hats and Accessories
This one feels more like a Pinterest find, but it’s super functional too. I hung a short rod with clips inside the closet, and now I use it for hats, headbands, little socks, and even scratch mittens. It keeps the smallest items in view and off the floor.
Plus, it looks really cute when everything’s hanging in a neat little row like a baby accessories display.
9. Space-Saving Baby Hangers
If installing a second closet rail feels like too much, try space-saving baby hangers instead. I found some that cascade vertically, so you can hang multiple outfits in one spot without cramming them in. They’re ideal for outfits that come in sets or for organizing clothes by day of the week.
It’s a small thing, but it really does make your closet feel less like a stuffed sausage.
10. Cute Sock Hangers (Yes, They’re a Thing)
I didn’t know these existed until I stumbled on them during a late-night Amazon scroll, but now I’m obsessed. These little hangers are made specifically for baby socks and mittens. They’re tiny, adorable, and weirdly useful if you’re always dealing with solo socks that lost their match.
They hang right in the closet and keep all those mini items visible and together, like sock soulmates reunited.
Here’s the thing. Organizing baby clothes isn’t just about keeping your nursery Pinterest-perfect, although that’s a nice bonus. It’s about making life a little easier when things feel hectic, about reclaiming your space, and about giving yourself a little breathing room, literally and emotionally.
