We are used to throwing away everything, but for some reason we want to keep our baby's items forever. In spite of that, while you are carrying your baby, many people will be lining up to share their used furniture from their nurseries and their old crib bedding. Since babies are a costly undertaking, be thankful for this selection of cribs and bedding for infants. When picking bedding and crib for your baby, do a little research to make sure the products are safe and trustworthy.
Whether it is a Moses basket or baby crib, there is something very special about your child's first bed. Hand-me-down beds need to be checked for safety issues first, then take some time to refinish them to make them special for your little one. You may have new looking bedding and crib, but you must always check them for safety purposes. If you plan on using a cradle made of wicker, there are a couple things to consider: First make sure the wood is in good condition and there aren't any loose or broken pieces and second check the condition of the mattress because many times this is the piece that needs to be replaced. When you are putting the bed skirt on, check it over so you can snip off any loose threads or dangling pieces of material that the baby might rip off and put in his/her mouth.
As a matter of your baby's safety, choose window drapes that do not have any dangling material that your baby might choke on. Purchase new bedding for your crib if you are able to because the majority of organizations that are concerned about the safety of baby furniture, such as the Juvenile Products Manufacturer's Association (JPMA) in the United States and British Standards (BS) in the UK have advised consumers to purchase new furniture and bedding, if at all possible. If a product has a JPMA seal of approval or a BS 'kite' mark then you know that they have been tested and will meet all the necessary safety requirements.
I have no problem with second-hand baby things as long as you make sure that they are perfectly safe - it isn't environmentally sound to throw away good furniture and baby bedding. There are several reviews you can do on cribs to make sure your baby is safe and happy, after all, the crib is where your baby will be spending most of their time. To maximize safety in your baby's bedding, follow these points. First off, always make sure to check for spots where a child's clothes might get caught and any chipped, loose, or toxic lead paint. Make sure you purchase a crib where the bars are extremely close together, (closer than 2 & 3/8 inches apart), and there are no holes anywhere, to protect your baby's head. To prevent the child's crib from shaking or wobbling, always be sure to check for tight joints and fixings. It should only take one hand to raise and lower the side rail. Once raised, it should be fully secured. 22 inches is the height recommended for the top of the side rail to extend over the crib mattress, and for heavens sake make sure the mattress is not only firm but clean.
A new baby deserves a new mattress all their own, but always make sure it fits properly and snugly in their crib. Nursery bedding can be dangerous so it is important to make sure that all the bumpers strings are tied down or just remove the bumper completely. Don't use comforters, quilts or other heavy bedding for babies that are under a year old since this can cause overheating. Put something to measure the temperature and utilize blankets and sheets in the room. Babies learn faster than we can observe sometimes, so it's important to take preventative measures such as placing the crib far away from cords, lamps, blinds or curtains, or any other item the baby could climb or pull into the crib with them.
Please have a safe and enjoyable time with your infant, as they quickly mature.
Whether it is a Moses basket or baby crib, there is something very special about your child's first bed. Hand-me-down beds need to be checked for safety issues first, then take some time to refinish them to make them special for your little one. You may have new looking bedding and crib, but you must always check them for safety purposes. If you plan on using a cradle made of wicker, there are a couple things to consider: First make sure the wood is in good condition and there aren't any loose or broken pieces and second check the condition of the mattress because many times this is the piece that needs to be replaced. When you are putting the bed skirt on, check it over so you can snip off any loose threads or dangling pieces of material that the baby might rip off and put in his/her mouth.
As a matter of your baby's safety, choose window drapes that do not have any dangling material that your baby might choke on. Purchase new bedding for your crib if you are able to because the majority of organizations that are concerned about the safety of baby furniture, such as the Juvenile Products Manufacturer's Association (JPMA) in the United States and British Standards (BS) in the UK have advised consumers to purchase new furniture and bedding, if at all possible. If a product has a JPMA seal of approval or a BS 'kite' mark then you know that they have been tested and will meet all the necessary safety requirements.
I have no problem with second-hand baby things as long as you make sure that they are perfectly safe - it isn't environmentally sound to throw away good furniture and baby bedding. There are several reviews you can do on cribs to make sure your baby is safe and happy, after all, the crib is where your baby will be spending most of their time. To maximize safety in your baby's bedding, follow these points. First off, always make sure to check for spots where a child's clothes might get caught and any chipped, loose, or toxic lead paint. Make sure you purchase a crib where the bars are extremely close together, (closer than 2 & 3/8 inches apart), and there are no holes anywhere, to protect your baby's head. To prevent the child's crib from shaking or wobbling, always be sure to check for tight joints and fixings. It should only take one hand to raise and lower the side rail. Once raised, it should be fully secured. 22 inches is the height recommended for the top of the side rail to extend over the crib mattress, and for heavens sake make sure the mattress is not only firm but clean.
A new baby deserves a new mattress all their own, but always make sure it fits properly and snugly in their crib. Nursery bedding can be dangerous so it is important to make sure that all the bumpers strings are tied down or just remove the bumper completely. Don't use comforters, quilts or other heavy bedding for babies that are under a year old since this can cause overheating. Put something to measure the temperature and utilize blankets and sheets in the room. Babies learn faster than we can observe sometimes, so it's important to take preventative measures such as placing the crib far away from cords, lamps, blinds or curtains, or any other item the baby could climb or pull into the crib with them.
Please have a safe and enjoyable time with your infant, as they quickly mature.
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Dorothea is a writer and researcher on parenting and family issues. She also works part-time as a freelance writer for Your Baby Bedding.
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