Information for Choosing Baby Cribs

When choosing baby cribs, there are several things you will want to take into consideration. First, you will want to consider baby cribs safety . You will also want to consider how much you can afford to spend on it. Cribs can start at around $100, while designer cribs can go for well over $1000. Take into consideration the size and shape of the crib and how it will fit into your nursery design plan. You will also need to decide how long you would like to use the crib. Would you like it to grow with your child? If so consider a convertible crib that will convert to a larger bed as your child grows. And finally what other features are you looking for in a crib? Do you want a baby crib with a canopy on it? Some cribs also come with murals painted on the ends of them. This is great if you are looking to carry the nursery’s theme through to the furniture but expect to pay more for this feature.


Types of Cribs

• Standard - This is your standard no frills crib model. It is the typical shape and doesn’t have any special features such as a canopy or the ability convert to a bed. You can find a standard crib model starting at around $100.

• Canopy - A crib with a canopy is another option you have available. Canopy baby cribs can come in the standard rectangular shape or as a round crib. Expect to pay more for a canopy crib than you would for a standard crib and you will also incur more of an expense when buying bedding for it since you will need to buy bedding that includes the canopy.

• Round - Round baby cribs have become more popular in recent years. They are much more expensive than a standard crib. Expect to pay close to $1000 if you want a round crib. The advantage of a round crib is that they can fit well into a corner and work well if you have an odd floor plan to work with in your baby nursery. It is possible to find a cheaper round baby crib .

• Convertible - As I mentioned earlier, a convertible crib is one that converts as the child grows. It starts as a crib, then usually has the ability to convert to a toddler bed and then to a daybed or full size bed. The obvious advantage to this bed is that you can use it from infancy all the way into your child’s adulthood. If you buy a good, quality piece of furniture, it should last you many years and save you the cost of buying several beds as you child grows. The disadvantage is that you will have to shell out a little more money right now. Convertible cribs cost more than standard crib models but you should be able to find them starting at around $300 which is still a bargain when you consider the years of use will get from it.

• Portable - Portable baby cribs are about a third smaller than a standard crib. The advantages to a portable crib are that, because it does occupy less space, it will work well if you have a small nursery floor plan. Cost and convenience are other advantages, portable cribs can be found for under $100 and fold up easily for travel. The disadvantages to a portable crib are that the baby will likely outgrow it sooner than a standard size crib and finding bedding for the crib may be more difficult.

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