Designing a Nursery as a Second Time Mom with Clara Macciochi
For her second baby’s nursery, Clara Macciochi of @claraandherself brought a thoughtful eye and a deeper sense of what works in those early days. The result is a beautifully serene space–filled with soft colors, subtle textures, and meaningful details that make it feel just right.
Whimsical, nostalgic, and grounded.
I wanted the room to feel earthy and yet magical, so I figured the best way to do that is by incorporating a fairy garden theme! I love creating fantasy for my girls and connecting them to the natural world at the same time.
Shop Clara's Nursery
The Woodland Cloud Crib
The Cloud Dresser
Garden Reverie Wallpaper
Mariposa Play Table Set
Yosemite Guide Playmat
Fog Area Rug
Piper the Mushroom
Dream Field Crib Sheet Set
Yosemite Guidebook Framed Wall Art Set
I felt more confident and secure in what I would need, and it also felt a lot more emotional. Instead of imagining what making memories and watching my baby grow in their nursery would feel like, I’ve already experienced it. I know how many memories a nursery holds and it’s a very sacred space to me.
I loved setting up the Cove Montessori Bookshelf. It felt like the final piece and i got to go shopping for some meaningful books to place in there. I could imagine reading to her and her growing enough to start picking out books the way my first daughter now does.
I think it’s always best to trust your instincts! They’ve gotten you this far—and I can only imagine the confidence the second time around makes for an even better experience.
Getting out of the house and spending time outdoors everyday is my mom must-have! Being outside makes June and I both so happy and to be honest, it makes parenting so much easier too. We love going to the park, nature preserve, and beach constantly!
