Crib: Simmons
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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...
Crib
Asked by C.S. from Sarasota
on July 24, 2010
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Sooo grandpa is putting the crib together with no directions. It's a Simmons, in excellent shape but not new.. Can anyone tell me how the drop down gate is suppose to ...
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- Yes, please make it secure. There's been a recall. Good luck.
- If you happen to know the model you can usually get the owner's manuals online. I have done that with LOTS of times, including baby items.
- Ha Ha that's funny about grandpa! :) Check the manufacture's website for the manual. You should find assembly instructions and info on the crib. Yes, be weary of reca...
Drop Side Cribs Are They Just Trash?
Asked by A.S. from Eugene
on November 18, 2010
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I was thinking about selling my drop side crib. I had called to see if it was on any recall list. Simmons said wasn't on recall, but they don't recommend any drop s...
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- I've been trying to figure out the same thing. I have a drop side crib that I want to get rid of and I've tried every charity and posted it on every list I could think...
- If the crib is sturdy wood, you can fasten the side of the crib in the high position with screws/brackets/fasteners (not nails) to make it stays in place. (Look at how...
- I wish I had gotten a drop side crib for my neice. Her mom is really short and has to sort of dump the baby in the crib. Don't panic baby is 11 months, crawls and walk...
Seeking Advice on Cribs
Asked by M.S. from Chicago
on January 23, 2008
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Hi. We're starting to look at nursery furniture and I was wondering if you had any advice as far as cribs go. Maybe some you definately love, some to stay away from,...
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- A great book to buy would be 'Baby Bargains' - the authors are all about penny pinching, but still using safe and high-quality products. They have an entire section d...
- I am not a fan of the convertible cribs. The conevertibles that I looked at did not have a rail that lowered (you will want the rail to lower since your baby will jus...
- Childcraft is a great brand as far as being quality made. I bought a childcraft crib used and it is still in just about perfect condition. They are not the cheapest,...
Baby Crib
Asked by T.F. from Tampa
on August 26, 2008
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I am looking for an inexpensive baby crib, light wood color, I've checked once upon a child, but I thought they were kind of expensive...........any suggestions
tha...
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- Why not join the site called freecycle. You could get just about anything from anyone on there. It's a site where people pass on things they no longer need or have t...
- Here at All About Kids, we currently have 4 light colored cribs ranging in price from $85-$200, so you have a variety of options! Mention this post on Mamasource and t...
- Have you checked out craigslist? www.craigslist.com Select your area and then check out the "baby" section. You can post a request for one or just do a search for "...
Crib Suggestions
Asked by E.M. from Chicago
on November 18, 2008
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Hey Everyone,
Quick question: In light of recent recalls, can anyone recommend a good collapsible (or otherwise easy-storing) crib?
I have to go out of town to wor...
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- We use one of these when we are at my in-laws: http://www.amazon.com/Cosco-10-T58-WHO-Portable-Crib-White/dp/B000056HND I like it better than the pack-n-plays an...
- When my kids were little, the Pac-n-Play was really the only option for portable cribs. They did travel and store easily, but I just remember finally getting those ki...
- Ask them to buy a pack n play. They are very safe and fold up easily and won't take up much storage room when stored. Very nice of them to offer. B.
Advice Needed About Cribs - Non Convertible
Asked by P.L. from New York
on July 7, 2008
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Hi - My crib was recalled recently. It is taking a long time to get the voucher to get a new one and so my 6 month old is back in the co-sleeper. Do you have a crib ...
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- My 2 year old daughter has a crib that we purchased from K-Mart...it's great. I have not had any trouble with it. Nanc
- i bought Storkcraft through JC Penney. it was inexpensive and shipping costs were reasonable. my son who just turned 3 is still in it and seems sturdy still, but he wa...
- I highly recommend going to Bellini. Our crib is from there and we are now using it for our second child and its condition is as good as the day we brought it home. ...
Crib Vs. Bassinet
Asked by M.R. from Provo
on July 2, 2010
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We are buying items for our first child who is on the way soon :). I am looking at all the things to buy, and was wondering about a crib vs . bassinet. I know bassine...
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- We used only a crib with both of our kids. We formula fed (please no bashing), so there was no advantage to having a bassinet. We had to get up anyway and walking 10 f...
- I agree that the bassinet is a waste of money too. With my first we only used the crib and #2 we started in the bassinet. It was nice having the bassinet so close to m...
- If you buy a bassinet I HIGHLY recommend you purchase one that has a LIGHTED UP MOBILE! (Ours is Kolcraft.) Our kids LOVED it. It would put them to sleep all the ti...
Having Trouble Finding a Mattress to Fit Tightly in My New Crib
Asked by M.B. from Milwaukee
on April 5, 2008
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Hi everyone. I was wondering if anyone is having the same experience that I'm having with a crib I bought at Target, the Simplicity Ellis 4-in-1 crib that was in the ...
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- I know someone who had the same issue s. But till baby was placed in the crib the first time at six months old or so and this happened it was not found. One of the ...
- Hi, There was a recall on Simplicity cribs recently. Personally, being a safety freak, I'd return the crib. I'm not wild about that brand or Target's cribs at all...
- We have that crib and bought a sealey mattress from walmart that fits well. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5823677
Crib Mattress Recommendation Needed
Asked by A.J. from San Francisco
on November 6, 2007
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I have heard so much about foam mattresses verses coil for cribs, which is better? I have read the coil are "safer" for SIDS prevention but are so heavy they're really...
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- To prevent SIDS you need to buy a chemical free mattress. I'd recommend going to http://ecobaby.com/ for more info. There is an Australian research study that shows ...
- Because regular mattresses can be so toxic I recommend going to www.lifekind.com and getting a natural latex organic mattress. Mold, mildew and dust mite resistant. I...
- Check out this site. http://moonlightslumber.com/starlight_support.cfm I have one for my son. They're probably the best mattresses out there. All foam, flame r...
