Crib: Myself
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Ikea Cribs and Mini Cribs
Asked by L.B. from Boston
on May 25, 2008
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Hi folks-
Has anyone used any of the Ikea cribs or the Mini Crib by DaVinci (or Million Dollar Baby)? We're looking for a small crib that is inexpensive, but I am con...
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- If you're going to put money into something, make it in the products they'll spend the most time in and you want to be SAFE: carseat, stroller, & crib. As long as it i...
- Hi, I have two friends that have the Ikea crib and love it. It turns to a toddler bed and is only $99.00. WE had a very expensive crib for our first child and we an...
- I got an Ikea crib as a hand-me-down for my first child. I think the original owners paid $99 for it... I was worried about taking a used crib because of all I had re...
Cribs for Twins?
Asked by K.A. from Providence
on February 21, 2008
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hi, i'm expecting twins in april and due to our small condo we truly do not have space for two bassinets or two cribs. has anyone kept their twins together in the sam...
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- Hi K., I don't have experience with twins, but we also lived in a small condo when our daughter was born. For the first few months she slept in a little plastic bat...
- Hi K.! I want to say congratulatins on twins! I'm an identical twin myself and it has been a totally incredible experince! I wanted to have twins but I only had a si...
- Hi I had Twin boys they are now 27!! But I did have then in the same crib for a while, I put a bumper pad though the center of the crib crosswise not up and down.
Domes for Cribs
Asked by S.T. from Albany
on August 31, 2009
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I was wondering any of you had or have or know about domes for cribs? I heard about it briefly with my cousin yesterday and someone else told my husband that she sees ...
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- hi S., i have used the crib tent 2 for my 2 youngest, i couldnt live without it, i love love love it. its not cruel or mean or anything, he sleeps well with it, and it...
- Hi S. God bless you and your family!! I would not try a dome at 23 months, I would tell him to come to you when he gets up, and expect him to do just that. I am not...
- S., I have to agree that for an almost 2 year old, I wouldn't use a crib dome. If he's awake and not tired, a crib dome won't keep him sleeping. Maybe it's time for a...
Cribs
Asked by K.P. from Pittsburgh
on January 14, 2009
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I was wondering if any moms have a baby cache brand crib. Our crib was recalled and with baby number 2 on the way we definately need a new crib. We have looked aroun...
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- We used the Ikea Gulliver crib. It was 80 dollars or something, but went through 4 kids. My friend has it now and she has 2. I loved the look of it, and it was one ...
- When our oldest son was born we bought the cheapest crib at BabiesRUs because it had the best safety rating. I don't know how it measures up now, but the link is: http...
- I am not familiar with that brand but would recommend a book called Baby Bargains. They rate all kinds of baby gear with cribs being one of the items. There have bee...
Bumper Pads for Cribs
Asked by M.C. from Detroit
on April 19, 2009
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Ok, can someone clue me in here on what the advice is regarding bumper pads on cribs. A few years ago when I had my son, my pediatrician warned against using bumper pa...
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- Hi I am a labor/delivery and mother/baby nurse, and we tell all of our moms who are going home after delivery not to use bumper pads. This is a more recent recommenda...
- I think in the stores they do that mainly for display. The quilted, thick bumper pads are never a good idea! What I actually have for my son now is a breathable crib...
- Hi M., I am unsure of the answer to your question but if you decide to use the bumper pads. I have one that is sports themed for a boy. Its is mostly blue with little ...
Used Cribs? a Yes or No?
Asked by E.S. from Bellingham
on February 21, 2008
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I am getting ready to shop for my first baby crib. I recently read the book "Baby Bargins" and they recommended NEVER getting a used crib. I know older cribs don't fal...
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- Well, I suppose that depends on your financial situation. I can tell you, though, after having three children, it doesn't matter much if you have good used things or ...
- I think it depends on the crib. I got a used crib for my daughter when she was born (2 xmas's ago), and it's worked out fine. It's a metal one, so it screws together...
- I bought a used crib when I was getting ready for my son. I bought it at a consignment shop. I just made sure that all the screws/bolts/springs are good on it, the sl...
Opinion on Graco Cribs
Asked by J.W. from Atlanta
on August 28, 2009
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Does anyone have an opinion on Graco cribs? I haven't been able to find a store that displays them and have only been able to find them online from Walmart. I like t...
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- Have you tried Burlington Coat Factory? The only BAD thing about them is once you buy it no getting your money back-they only will give you store credit. So make sure ...
- I have one and have been happy with it. We have two kids, and it's been in continuous use for over four years now and we haven't had any problems. It's sturdy, easy t...
- Personal opinion; for both of my girls, I did a graco pack and play for awhile. Space saver, and good investment. After we set up a crib, I still used the pack and pla...
How was your experience with IKEA crib?
Asked by A.C. from Seattle
on November 11, 2008
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Has anyone used an IKEA crib. Did you like it? Would you buy one again? I need to buy a crib for baby on the way and I was thinking about the cribs at IKEA.
Tha...
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- The only thing I would watch out for are any cribs made of particle board (I do know that IKEA uses particle board for some of their bookshelves). Particle board cont...
- If cost is an issue for you. I reccomend checking out craigslist.org for a crib. There are tons of really nice quality cribs there. I have never used an IKEA crib. I'm...
- Hi A., Yes, we are using Ikea crib currently. I bought one for about $80 (without the mattress). I liked that it was made of unfinished solid wood, very natural, ...
Drop-side Cribs
Asked by C.S. from Minneapolis
on December 21, 2010
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I see drop-side cribs have been officially banned by the CPSC and as of June can no longer be produced or sold. I have a drop-side crib and used it for my first child...
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- Dont try to resell it. My auntie sold her used drop side crib, and the purchaser is now trying to sue her because the crib fell apart when her baby was in it. Her baby...
- as far as the not being able to reach into a crib that is not a drop side - people need to look at the new cribs out there. they are made so that this isnt an issue. t...
- Your question just reminded me to order the replacement parts to convert our crib into one that does not drop.... Thanks!! Go to the website of the company that made y...
Are Double Cribs for Twins Necsessary?
Asked by J.D. from New York
on February 21, 2008
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hello all ...Thanks to everyone who gave me advice on my last request.. :) now i am wondering about double cribs for twins ???/ are they necessary or just a waste of m...
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- Hi J., I just finished putting down my 7month old twins and YES, two cribs are necessary. At least they are for me. I have a son and daughter and they have VERY...
- i guess in the beginning you could get away with one crib, but after a few months there will be no room for them to roll over or move around. It will be necessary to ...
- Jan, there's a wonderful moms group called Manhattan Mothers of Twins Club. Of all the groups, this is the most supportive I have come across - full of helpful ideas ...
