Bassinet: Simplicity
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Bassinet Recommendations
Asked by K.H. from Dallas
on February 11, 2009
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I am expecting our third child & am looking for a good bassinet. before i used a small playpen that has a bassinet feature, however i am now a sahm & plan to bf for m...
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- I too am looking for a bassinet for my second baby. I am not sure what I am getting but wanted to pass along to you that you should not use a Simplicity one because se...
- Hello K.~ I used the Eddie Bauer bassinet. It is a lil more than you are looking for but honestly is was worth it. I got mine at Babies R Us but I just saw that the...
- I second the Eddie Bauer Bassinet. I absolutely loved it.
Convertible Crib Help
Asked by J.P. from St. Louis
on July 20, 2009
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How to I convert my crib into a toddler bed? We got a convertible crib and we got it from Babies R Us before my daughter was born (back in 2007). When it was delivered...
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- Simplicity is no longer in business. First check on the inside panels to find the model and seriel number. Then go to recall.gov and check to make sure it not recalle...
- check under the crib- (our direction for converting it was zip-tied to the bottom side of the metal there)in an envelope so we left the there
- Most cribs have model number & brand on the crib usually the bottom. I got a crib for my oldest grandson 1996 & when went to set it up in 2003 could not find hardware ...
Need Recommendations for Sleep Options for Newborn
Asked by T.P. from San Francisco
on September 1, 2009
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I have a 25 month old girl and am expecting a second baby in less than 2 months. With my first daughter, she hated her crib and ended up sleeping with us every night ...
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- Hi T., I had the same scenario that you have. My first daughter co slept with us until she was 3yo. I think I had a harder time with the separation than she did. My s...
- I did a combination of co-sleeping and bassinet for both of my children. Sometimes I would actually use the infant carseat, as they preferred that "snug" feeling.
- I just had really good luck with my son.... We had a co-sleeper, but I would say for the first month or so, he did not like it and slept in bed with us. Then I start...
1St Baby on the Way! Where Should I Look for Furniture?
Asked by E.S. from Dallas
on May 11, 2010
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I wanted to know from "those that have been there and done it" where the best place to get baby furniture would be? New or used. I don't want to waste money buying thi...
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- We got a convertible crib for my son from USA Baby (I think it has changed names since then it is in arlington off 360). It was a little more than we wanted to spend, ...
- Craigslist and Garage sales. Also check Kid to Kid and other baby resale shops in the area. Babies are NOT hard on furniture. I found a glider and ottoman, changing...
- I liked Lone Star Baby & Kids but ended up buying custom furniture at The Magic Moon. The one in Southlake Town Center closed but I think they have one in Plano too.
Seeking Advice on Cribs
Asked by A.M. from Los Angeles
on March 4, 2009
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Hi Moms! Just wondering if anyone has any experience with the cribs from the Gap. I like the way they look, but haven't heard any reviews. Or, does anyone have a cr...
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- A., The Gap sells Baby Items from other makers like Stokke, Baby Bjorn and others. So, check out the crib you want and then look it up on-line. I purchased a con...
- I have no experience with cribs from the Gap, and you should certainly check out cribs in person. I have the Babi Italia convertible crib (all the way to a full size ...
- Hi A., While I haven't actually used my crip just yet (baby due in April), after much research we purchased the Babi Italia crib from Babies 'R Us. It came highly ...
Life Time Crib
Asked by A.P. from Sarasota
on January 26, 2008
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Has anyone gotten one of these lifetime cribs or 4 in one cribs. I am looking at getting one for my first child but noone i know has had one of these. They sound like ...
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- I have a friend who had one of those 4 in 1 beds and they say its just another "bed". I would think it's gonna save them money in the long run. We went from a crib rig...
- I bought one of these cribs 7 years ago for my son. It is a beautiful piece of funiture! After 2 years, my daughter came along and she used it as a crib too. Then a...
- Hey, In order to get to the daybed and full bed alot of companies require you to purchase additional parts. We are in the military so I don't usually get them because...
2 Month Old Will Not Sleep in Her Own Bed - Only Wants to Sleep While Being Held
Asked by K.P. from Los Angeles
on August 1, 2008
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We don't co-sleep - it's not a safe choice for my family. My 2 month old will only sleep at night in my arms. Every time I put her down in her own bed ( a cradle right...
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- Hi K.. I feel for you. You are in the toughest times transitioning from one kid to two. You are still in the training of your baby to follow a schedule. She has a ...
- Its probably the way you are putting her down. When you lay her down in the crib make sure she is tightly swaddled and hold her in place for a couple of minutes. Hol...
- OMG I had that child!I hate to say this, but nothing much really helps at this age,not until she's a bit older and you can let her cry it out. Infortunately you can't ...
