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One of the largest purchases many parents-to-be make is the crib for their new baby. Sleeping is a time where both the baby and the parents find a moment of peace so it only makes sense that the crib purchase is so important to most new families.
There are many important things to consider when purchasing an infant's crib: style, cost, and most importantly safety. In the United States crib safety standards are set by the U.S. Consumer Safety Commission so as long as a crib is purchased new safety should not be an issue. Although, the cheaper a crib is the more likely there are to be potential issues so parents should make sure to thoroughly inspect the floor model of the crib they purchase.
After ensuring the safety of their new crib parents are able to begin selecting a crib that reflects their personal style and what they envision for their baby's room. The most classic and archetypal crib that is seen is the standard crib with a single drop side. There is an alternative standard crib that is built so both sides are able to drop; this is often more convenient for parents but it also comes with a higher price tag. This is the crib that most parents will purchase and it will be sold, re-used or discared after the child outgrows it.
To get more value out of their cribs some parents decide to choose a convertible cribs. These cribs convert to a toddler bed and then to a full sized bed to grow with the child. There are also convertible cribs that will convert to daybeds or a twin sized bed to save space. These cribs are typically more expensive than the standard crib but they will save parents money in the long run when they do not have to purchase new bedroom furniture as their child grows.
For the parents that desire an elegant dcor in their nursery there are canopy cribs that are similar to a standard crib but have four posts on the corners. Parents can either put a canopy atop the posts or leave it bare depending on their taste. The canopy could help provide shade for an infant in a room with numerous windows as well.
The final type of crib is the modern round crib. These cribs typically have one drop down side and lack the sharp corners that standard cribs have. The round crib is typically more expensive than the standard crib and is also sold, re-used or discared after the infant outgrows it.
Regardless of what crib parents choose they should ensure that it is safe and has all of the necessary safety accessories, such as the teething rail to prevent babies from chewing on wood and crib bumpers for when the infant begins rolling over. It is important when purchasing baby furniture that parents take into consideration the safety and structural integrity of the pieces to ensure the safety of their children.
