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by Staff Writer
When preparing to welcome a new baby home, buying a baby crib is one of the most important purchases you will make. You have a lot of choices when it comes to new cribs, but by keeping just a few things in mind, you can find the right baby crib for your growing family and enjoy the upcoming changes in your life.
Think durability: A baby's crib is a piece of furniture that can be used several times. Although it is usually used very gently while your child is an infant, cribs endure a bit more abuse when your child starts being able to move around and stand up in his crib. Storing your crib can also damage it, as can moving it from room to room. Finding a crib that can be taken apart and put together again several times will help you get true value from your purchase.
Keep flexibility in mind: Your baby will not be a baby forever. Buying a crib that grows with your child extends the usage of the crib and helps you avoid buying a new bed every year. Convertible cribs are common and adjust from a nursery crib to a toddler bed, and some convertible cribs even convert to a day bed and a full-size bed.
Get a crib that is practical: Most cribs will allow you to adjust the height of the crib mattress so that you don't have to bend over too far to lay down a newborn, but you can lower the mattress also so that when your baby can stand, he can't climb over the top railing.
Match it: Maybe you've already found a nice set of dressers, or maybe someone has given you some nursery furniture; either way, you will want to pick a baby crib that matches the existing baby furniture. Look for a crib in the same finish and style as the nursery furniture you already own or purchase a crib that complements the color scheme you already have.
Safety first: New baby cribs are required to meet safety guidelines that help prevent accidents, like a baby's arm or head getting caught between the slats. A ban placed by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission prohibits drop-side cribs from being sold due to a high number of deaths caused by this model. New baby furniture is also treated with nontoxic paints and stains. Vintage and second-hand cribs may not meet these safety specifications. Always take safety into account when you are shopping for a crib.
