10 Genius Tips to Organize Baby Clothes

Welcoming a little one into the world is such an exciting time but can quickly become overwhelming as all of the small items begin to pile up.

Learning how to effectively organize baby clothes, utilize closet space, and sort dresser drawers can help the nursery stay tidy and baby clothes easily accessible.

Similar to designing a nursery, organizing your baby’s clothes often boils down to personal preference but there are some tips and tricks that can help you find a process that works for you.

Whether you have limited storage space or tons of hanging space, here are the best ways to organize your little one’s clothes.

How To Organize Baby Clothes

1.) Take Tags Off

First things first, take the tags off of all your baby clothes. This makes them easier to wash and sort from the get-go.

Even if there are larger sizes, if you know you are going to use them down the road, take the tags off so you can get them washed and ready to pull out of storage the second you need them.

2.) Wash the Clothes

Get some baby-friendly detergent and start the laundry!

It can be helpful to organize baby clothes according to materials as some require warm water and others require cold.

I did this at the very beginning of motherhood but now I just throw all the baby clothes in together on a delicate cycle.

3.) Sort by Size

Here comes the fun part.

Sort all of the tiny clothes by size:

• Premie
• Newborn
• 0-3 Months
• 3-6 Months
• 6-9 Months
• 9-12 Months
• And then the sizes change from 3 month blocks to 6 month blocks and eventually 1 year blocks

The tag inside the baby clothes will tell you what up to what age they can wear that outfit. For example: if a tag inside a shirt says 9 Mos. it means it is in the 6-9 month category.

I was confused by this when I had my first baby.

Don’t let unused clothes clog up your space. Store baby clothes that are not being used in plastic bins by size.

This will make it easy to grab a new size when the time comes.

4.) Sort by Items

Now that the clothes have been separated by size, sort the items within each size according to what you will hang and what you will fold.

Hang:

• Shirts
• Pants
• Overalls
• Rompers
• Dresses

Fold/Store:

• Onesies
• Pajamas
• Leggings
• Socks (may extend longer than 3 month segments)
• Shoes

5.) Hang up Outfits

Hang up all of the items in the nursery closet that you consider an outfit.

I don’t exclusively fold onesies. Sometimes I will hang up a onesie that has ruffles and is fancier than simple onesies that are used for layering.

Since babies grow so fast it is a good idea to use closet dividers. This allows you to slowly merge into one size while still using some pieces from the original size.

Closet dividers will hang in front of a section of clothes (0-3 months, for example) allowing multiple sizes to be hung without confusion.

During the first year of my baby’s life I kept two sizes in the closet at all times and used closet dividers to separate them.

Another tip to help keep your baby’s closet organized and looking tidy is to use baby hangers.

6.) Use Drawer Dividers

Never underestimate the power of a good nursery dresser when it comes to organizing baby clothes.

Since baby clothes are so small, a dresser can be really effective in storing quite a bit of items.

Get some drawer dividers and use them to separate the clothes by item: onesies in one section, leggings in the next section, etc.

PSA: You don’t have to fold everything. My baby flies through pajamas so we ended up having one drawer dedicated solely to pajamas and we don’t bother folding those.

7.) Use Baskets in Drawers

Next using baskets in the dresser drawers can help keep smaller items like pacifiers, socks, ointments, and the like organized.

You can get baskets that fit into dresser drawers from the dollar store, Target or Amazon without breaking the bank.

If you are using the dresser as a changing table consider dedicating a top drawer for diapers, diaper cream, lotion, and extra wipes.

8.) Over the Door Storage for Accessories

Utilize the closet door or entry door as storage by using an over-the-door hanger like a shoe organizer.

This is a good place to store smaller items like little shoes, burp cloths, bows, bandanas, and hats.

19.) Label Everything

Now that all of the clothes and accessories are where they should be go ahead and label everything.

Put labels inside the dresser drawers as to which section belongs to onesies, pajamas, socks, diapers, and so on.

Labeling will help you organize clothes after laundry day and implement a working space for you and your baby.

10.) Have a Basket in The Closet for Outgrown Clothes

Hanging a bag or placing an empty bin in the closet for clothing items that no longer fit is a great way organize baby clothes and make sure the closet and dresser don’t get cluttered with unnecessary items.

As your baby grows and the bag/bin gets full, it is time to put those clothes into the labeled bin in storage.

If space allows, consider adding another bag or bin in the closet for items you want no longer use and would like to donate to a local charity.

The same rules apply: when the bag/bin is full, it is time to donate the items.

Final Thoughts

Organizing baby clothes can be overwhelming but once you implement these tips to organize baby clothes you are sure to feel more tidy and at ease.

Organizing baby clothes can help you keep yout baby’s clothing collection tidy, accessible, and easy to navigate.

It’s important to leave space in the baby’s closet or dresser for future clothing items, as babies go through frequent growth spurts and will quickly outgrow their current wardrobe.

Don’t forget to use dividers, storage bins, or other organizing tools to keep baby clothes organized by size, season, and style.

By keeping a well-organized and clutter-free baby’s clothing collection, you will save time and energy searching for specific items, as well as potentially save money by avoiding duplicate purchases.

With a little effort and planning, it’s possible to keep your baby’s clothing organized and accessible.