Toddler & Twin Beds: Simplicity
Results 1-10 from 44 articles
Simplicity Crib
Asked by F.G. from Cleveland
on March 27, 2011
-
I purchased a Simplicity Milan crib n changer combo for my daughter. I have heard the simplicity went out of business. This crib changes from a crib, to toddler bed an...
Answers
- Did you check to see if your crib model was recalled? I agree with Jacy on how to make it that way, but hopefully it's not one like mine where it doesn't have a repair...
- Because most Simplicity cribs (are you sure yours wasn't?) were recalled and banned from sale due to infant death, it's almost impossible to find any instructions. Sim...
- I don't have one but maybe his will help you http://www.ehow.com/how_###-###-####_convert-simplicity-crib-toddler-bed.html
Anyone Ever Switch to Toddler Bed at Real Young Age? Help!
Asked by E.A. from El Paso
on July 12, 2011
-
I wondering because my daughters crib broke and I looked on craigslist and I found a toddler bed in great condition and they are willing to trade my camera for the bed...
Answers
- I agree that you can just put the crib mattress on the floor and keep your camera! Childproof her room completely and put a gate outside of her door so she can't wand...
- Dont't waste your trade on a toddler bed unless you just don't have room for a regular size bed. See if you can trade for a twin mattress or find one new at Sam's or ...
- We switched to early and it was awful. Our nights consisted of going back and forth putting our son back in bed. He would not stay in bed. I would not get toddler bed ...
Moving to a "Transition" Bed
Asked by D.D. from Dallas
on March 7, 2009
-
Update: we are transitioning because my little "monkey" has climbed out of her crib twice, both times landing head first. Hello fellow moms...I'm looking for advice on...
Answers
- My DD has PDD/NOS (pervasive developmental disorder)/ High functioning Autism, so I know what you mean about speech delays. We moved our daughter from her crib to a...
- Unless she is trying to climb out of the crib I would hold off on transitioning for her safety given her problems. When we put our daughter in a toddler bed at 21 mont...
- Hi D.: I'll just tell you what I did for both of my boys. It worked great, but I did have to put a child lock on the inside of their bedroom doors so they couldn't...
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
-
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...
Answers
- 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 ...
Toddler Question
Asked by K.M. from Roanoke
on November 19, 2008
-
I have a daughter who just turned 4 years old and she is the light of my life. The question is...actually 2 questions. First, since she turned 4 she has been whining...
Answers
- My daughter started whining a month after she turned 3. I heeded my Family Practioners advice (she has a daughter, so she knows what she is talking about). She advis...
- SuperNanny knows best....all the moms are right - DON'T GIVE IN! Put her to bed in her bed and don't let her stay in yours. She may cry for hours the first night, bu...
- I can only really answer your first question about the whining. It is my belief that we moms must stand strong when the kids are whining. Simply tell her in no uncer...
Crib Recall
Asked by J.B. from Los Angeles
on September 24, 2008
-
my daughters crib got recalled on the 19th (simplicity brand with the drop side). we are going to move her into the toddler bed (her crib is a 3 in 1) in a couple mont...
Answers
- Hi J., Our crib was recalled also. I would return it and get the new one. Even if she doesn't use it, you can save it for another baby, or donate/sell it. It's a pai...
- You may want to reconsider your decision if the crib you have is listed in the most recent recall that I just found showing another issue with the same type of crib. ...
- Seeing as there is likely a safety reason for the recall, I'd say it's definitely worth returning it!
Convertible Crib Help
Asked by J.P. from St. Louis
on July 20, 2009
-
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...
Answers
- 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 Help Finding a Good Crib
Asked by K.L. from New London
on October 14, 2008
-
Hello. I'm trying to find a good quality convertible (either 3-in-1 or 4-in-1) crib that cost less than $300.00. Any ideas? My husband likes the Simplicity Ellis at Ta...
Answers
- I have an Ikea one that I like. It's pretty simple, but will make into a toddler bed. I have only needed it for 10mos though so I can't atest to long-term quality or h...
- We got a nice one at Walmart (used the Site-to-Store shipping, so that was free) -- it's actually not available anymore (there seems to be one almost identical calle...
- I don't know if you would want a used one, but I am trying to sell mine on craig's list. It is in excellent condition. You can check it out on there if you are inter...
Discontinued Crib Conversion Rail Kit Needed!
Asked by M.N. from Dallas
on April 20, 2011
-
I own 2 Simplicity Ellis 4-in-1 convertible cribs (now in day bed configuration) for my twins. I would like to convert them to full sized beds, but I didn't purchase t...
Answers
- We had the same problems. I found out that the headboard will attache with the extender plate which you should have to a full metal frame, so that is what we did. Hope...
- most of the conversion kits are pretty similar. So when you go to a store or online take pics of what your crib rail area looks like and the dimensions of where things...
- If ebay, craigs list or amazon doesn't have it..I doubt you're gonna find it. I'd hire a carpenter/handyman and he should be able to help you match paint, drill etc. E...
Crib Recalls & Recommendations
Asked by M.M. from New York
on May 1, 2010
-
Just found out our Ellis Simplicity crib has been recalled. The manufact. is out of business. We have to take the thing back to Target and receive a refund, credit or ...
Answers
- I suggest you go online and read reviews on the various cribs. So many of them have recently been recalled. I wish I had one to recommend, but I don't. Good luck!! ...
- Buy Buy Baby has many crib models but one in particular, the Lajobi/ Bonavita Classic Crib "Hudson" stands out for its solid construction, excellent quality finish, af...
- It's not fancy, but we love our crib. Google lollipop crib and I think you will see it online. Buy Buy Baby is where we bought ours. It's very simple, but... turns int...
