2. Babies are such a joy to be around and the
feeling of excitement usually elevates during
the period where its time to buy and select
baby furniture for your baby.
One essential baby furniture item that a baby
needs is a baby crib. Though a baby crib is a
common item that a baby requires, the
selection process of choosing this type of
baby furniture is crucial.
One of the concerns regarding purchasing
a baby crib is safety. When buying a crib,
you must carefully check it out. This is
for the safety of your new baby.
3. The screws, bolts and any other fasteners should all be in place. Another thing to
look for in a baby crib is whether the position of the mattress can hold your
baby's weight. It is imperative that this be tested prior to placing your baby in
the crib. Take something that is close to the weight of your baby at about the age
of 4 months old, bounce it off the mattress to be certain that the mattress holds
its position. If it does not, this can lead to serious injury to your baby or worse.
Below are just a few additional baby crib safety tips:
Q. Can I safely use bumper pads in my baby's crib?
While bumper pads are not necessary, they can safely
be used. They must be very close the edge of the
mattress and properly secured. The bumpers must be
flat and not puffy, as your baby could get stuck
between the bumper and the mattress and suffocate.
4. Q. How can I tell when it's time to lower the mattress?
When your baby becomes more active, when she or he begins to pull himself to a
standing position or when he sits up alone it will be time to lower the mattress to
prevent your little one from either climbing out or falling out.
Q. Can I hang a mobile over my baby's crib?
Mobiles and crib gyms can be used to entertain your baby but when your child is
able to get on to their hands and knees or pull themselves up. This will prevent
your baby from becoming entangled in them.
Q. Is a mesh sided crib safe to use for my baby?
Yes, a mesh crib is safe provided the mesh is less than 1/4 inch in size, smaller
than a tiny button on baby's clothes. The should be rips, tears, or loose threads. If
staples are used to attach the mesh they must not be exposed and the mesh must
be securely attached to the top rail and the floor plate.
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