Last week I went with my daughter crib shopping. Yes, I am finally going to be a grandmother!!!! So exciting, I can barely breathe when I think about it. The baby is due mid June and these 9 months seem longer than when I was pregnant.
Crib shopping was fun but I soon came to realize that things have changed drastically since I had babies. Back then we didn’t think of tainted paint, where the crib was made, how far the slats are from one another, etc. We just bought a crib that went with the decor that we had in mind for the nursery. Here are a few tips to make your crib purchase the perfect purchase for you and baby.
1) Always lay the baby on its back and make sure that the mattress is not soft but rather firm and flat. This will help to prevent SIDS ( sudden infant death syndrome).
2) To avoid any clothing catching on the corner post of a crib make sure that the posts are no more than 1/16 inch above the top end of the panel.
3) When assembling the crib make sure that all hardware is tight and secure and check them frequently as they can come loose.
4) If using bumper pads make sure that they go around the entire crib and securely tie or snap into place. Make sure that the bumper pads have snaps or ties in each corner and in the middle for a secure hold. Cut off any excess ties so that baby does not become entangled. You can always check out the Caden Lane bedding offered at www.petiteposh.com!
5) When unpacking the crib and mattress, remove all plastic and never ever use plastic as a mattress cover.
6) The mattress should fit snuggly. You should not be able to fit more than 2 fingers between the mattress and the side of the crib.
7) When placing the crib in the nursery make sure that you do not place it anywhere near blinds or draperies. There is always the danger of strangulaton from window cords.
Tags: bumper pads, crib bedding, crib safety, setting up a nursery
