Play Yards & Play Pens
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Pack & Play
Asked by A.F. from Lexington
on May 24, 2009
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What is the best way to freshen a pack and play and get it ready for resale, preferably without chemicals?
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- I put mine outside, soaped it with baby detergent and washed it off with the hose. Summer sun dried it up very fast:)
- Lysol Spray and a wet wash cloth. If I was puchasing a used product I would use that just in case anyway. It kills germs and its not a harsh chemical. I would spray ab...
- I use Arm & Hammer Green essentials to wipe down just about anything. It's plant based (derived from coconut and palm kernel, though it does also contain other biodeg...
Baby Keeps Falling Against Metal Rails of Playyard!
Asked by S.S. from Los Angeles
on April 26, 2010
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My almost 11-month old has recently learned to crawl and is EVERYWHERE that he shouldn't be. So we bought a metal playard with vertical bars to keep him out of troubl...
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- We used metal gates too and that was a concern for us. We got lightweight bumpers and tied them on the inside of the gates while our daughter was playing in the "yard...
- He really will get more coordinated. By the time you have figured out a solution to the problem, he will be walking like a pro. My second daughter walked at 9 months...
- My daughter was like that, she was all over the place. We didn't use a play yard, thought at times the idea was tempting. My point of view on that is just let them mov...
Second Hand Pack and Plays...
Asked by L.P. from Pittsburgh
on June 15, 2011
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Would you buy/use a second hand pack and play?
Do you think they can be cleaned - all the parts - sufficiently to feel comfortable using a second hand one with you...
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- I just sold on eon there for $50, basinett changing table, mobile massager the lot. It was very clean, and had been used only for about 2 months with one of my childre...
- No, I have bought a new one for all 3 kids. The pad could never be cleaned properly. Its basically padding over a board. After watching each kid, puke, poop, and p...
- Depends on two things - how clean it/the family is and how good of a deal I am getting. If a really clean pack n play used at a yard sale is $40 and a new one is $140...
Seeking Advice on Play Yards and Baby Monitirs
Asked by S.C. from Houston
on March 18, 2008
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I have been setting up my registry and it is about to drive me crazy. However I have two specific questions. My husband and I looked at the Pack n' Plays and really l...
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- I have the Chicco Lullaby Playard - Sahara and Summer Infant Day and Night Handheld Color Video Monitor. I love both of them. I just went on my first out of town t...
- We have been using our Graco monitor for 5 years now, never with a problem! I had purchased another one originally but could hear one of my neighbors. The graco one ...
- I am a big fan of Graco. My pack n play and monitors, strollers, carseats, everything was Grace and I never had one problem with anything.
What to Pack?!
Asked by A.M. from Spartanburg
on October 15, 2007
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I am almost 35 weeks pregnant with my first child and am trying to get a hospital overnight bag ready. My question is, what did you pack that you actually used, and w...
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- Wow A., congratulations. You are doing great. You are not totally clueless. What I took was the basics and they provide you with toothpaste and toothbrush and bath...
- don't forget to pack body wash toothpaste etc , and SHAMPOO ! I totally forgot mine. and take a book. and a bathrobe and slippers or thick fuzzy socks , hospital floor...
- i don't know if you wear contacts, but if you do bring your glasses and eye drops. and chapstick. maybe it was the huge loss of fluids but my lips were so dry and so w...
Does Anyone Have a Crib or Play Pen for Sale..
Asked by J.S. from Los Angeles
on January 26, 2008
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I am a single mom who lives at home with my daughter and my parents.. My daughter is that the age when she gets into everything..She will find things so she can climb ...
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- Dear J., Let me start by saying that I'm sorry I no longer have my playpens to offer to you. Mine were mainly to take to the homes of others for sleeping purposes. ...
- You might try the Pennysaver.
- Have you tried pennysaver? I would offer you my extra crib, but we're planning to have our kids fairly close and may need it. Also, you can buy baby gates for $10 at...
How to Fly with a Pack and Play?
Asked by J.V. from Hartford
on February 8, 2011
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Ok I feel like an idiot, but I am flying soon with my toddler and have no idea how Im supposed to fly with my pack and play. Do you not bring the mattress? I always ...
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- I wouldn't bother. Make him a pallat on the floor to sleep on with blankets and a pillow, buy one at a Once Upon a Child when you get there, or just let him sleep in y...
- I wouldn't fly with it- too much other stuff to keep track of when you are traveling with kids. You can ship it or call ahead and see if the hotel or resort has "in...
- You should call the airline because they told me once that all baby equipment was free to check with luggage.
Flying with a Pack N Play
Asked by S.B. from Chicago
on June 16, 2008
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We're going to be flying with our 15 month old next month and would like to take our Pack N Play. I've never taken a Pack N Play on an airplane. Do I check it, or carr...
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- I fly between the midwest to visit my home/family on the east coast frequently and have always checked my portable crib. However the last time we flew they limited how...
- Most hotels have the Pack n Plays, even if they call them a crib. Just call ahead to ask and reserve one. Believe me, you'll have enough stuff with traveling with a ba...
- I agree with those that said ask the hotel if you're staying at a hotel. If you're staying with friends/family, you might want to just pick one up at the local WalMar...
Cleaning a Pack in Play
Asked by M.S. from Raleigh
on April 19, 2009
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I just bought a used Pack in Play. It Has been used. The cloth is dirty & netting. How do you clean it?
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- When I bought a used pack n play I took it outside with a bucket of warm water with laundry detergent, just like I was about to wash the car. I scrubbed down every las...
- You have already received some great responses, but I thought I would add that you can buy a bottom sheet for the pack n play. We bought the thickest one Graco makes (...
- Here's how I cleaned mine before giving it to a friend. A bucket of hot soapy water and two sponges or rags. I used a rag on either side of the netting so I didn't pu...
Transitioning to Pack and Play for Naps
Asked by T.T. from Sacramento
on February 20, 2008
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Does anyone have any advice on transitioning a baby from the crib to a Pack and Play for naps? My son goes to daycare and our daycare lady uses a Pack and Play for nap...
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- Cold turkey. Get rid of the moses basket, stick him in there and let him work it out. You could also start napping him in a pack n play at home. Once he gets the ha...
- Hello T., i didn't catch how old your child was, and this may have an impact on how long it will take, however, I am also a daycare provider in my home, I also use...
- Hi, I think he is used to the closeness and security of the basket. He may feel like he is going to fall. So maybe try putting something around him like rolled up b...
