Baby Cribs Advice: The Top 3 Mistakes When Buying

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It is so important that you choose the right baby crib. Otherwise, at the very best the wrong crib can add some small hassles to the stress of having a new baby and the very worst can be harmful to your newborn. In this article, I will take you through the top 3 mistakes that people make when choosing a new crib. Hopefully, this will assist you when it comes time to buy a new crib for your nursery.

1. Not checking the safety standards of the crib

This is the most vital mistake that people make. In most countries, a crib must meet certain minimum government safety standards so you can have confidence when you are browsing through the baby store. However, it still pays to check the crib out as there may have been a recall on that particular piece or the store may be trying to import cheaper versions from overseas. You'll also need to double check antique or second hand baby furniture cribs to ensure that they meet, or have been adjusted to meet, the government standards. Second hand cribs should also be looked at closely for missing or broken parts that may harm your child.

2. Choosing the wrong size or type

There are a number of different types of baby cribs. The most popular is the standard rectangular shape with sides that drop down. Round baby cribs is popular for people who live in small homes as they take up less room and usually fit into tight nooks and crannies. When browsing the various types and size you need to make sure that you have measured the space that it will be fitting into. There is nothing worst than putting your crib together and then realizing that it is to big for the room. A tip for new parents: put the crib together in the actual nursery to avoid it being to big to fit through the nursery door!

3. The wrong color or style

Unlike the top two mistakes this one is all about visual appeal and has only small particular considerations. But the fact remains, most people want their nursery to have a pleasing look and feel – and the crib is the most visible part of most nurseries. To make sure you don't buy a crib that is out character for your nursery or home, spend a few moments thinking about what would work and what won't clash with the various colors and styles in your home.