Being a part of a throwaway society, something about our baby things tells us to hang on to them. In addition to that, when you are pregnant, there will be a handful amount of people satisfied enough to give you their old nursery furniture and crib bedding. As baby rearing is very costly, one should be grateful for the baby bedding offered. You must ensure, nevertheless, that the bedding and crib that you will use for your baby are safe before you put your baby in them.
Whether it is a Moses basket or a crib, your baby's first crib is the most memorable. While you are refinishing your used baby crib, take the time to make sure it will be safe for your baby. Always check baby bedding to assure safety. If you are using a wicker cradle, check the ends to make sure there are no loose or broken bits and that all the connections are secure, and always use a new mattress because these wear out quickest. Babies like to put things in their mouth, so be sure that no loose ends or pieces of material are left over when fitting the skirt.
The drapes should be fixed properly. Loose materials might be caught by the child to put inside the mouth. Juvenile Products Manufacturer's Association (JPMA) and British Standards (BS) recommend new bedding for baby's crib as a safety precaution. JPMA seal of approval or the BS 'Kite' mark are the products that you should stick with as they have been extensively tested for safety and meet all requirement guidelines.
I have no problem with second-hand baby things as long as you make sure that they are perfectly safe - it isn't environmentally sound to throw away good furniture and baby bedding. As your baby will spend quite a good time in the crib, it is worth spending time on it to see whether it is safe and comfortable. Here are some tips to bear in mind when assessing the safety of the equipment you have for your baby. Before anything else, you want to make sure there is no chipped, loose, or dangerous paint and no jagged edges that your baby's clothes will get caught on. Most importantly check the bars of the crib to assure that they are closer than 2 3/8 inches apart. The header and footer boards need to be solid having no holes, this will protect your infant from getting his/her head caught. To prevent the crib from wobbling, I would check all connections, screws and make sure that all the pieces are in place. Then go around the crib and double check again. You will want to make sure the side rail can be lowered or raised using one hand and when it is all the way up is is securely in place. The mattress should be solid and clean and the side rails of the crib should be no less than 22 inches higher than the crib mattress.
A new baby deserves a new mattress that is safe and securely fits into the crib. Nursery bedding can lead to a possibility of suffocation; to reduce this, remove the bumper or keep it very tightly tied so that the baby cannot grab it and pull it down. Babies under the age of 12 months should not have access to the following in their cribs: duvets, quilts, sheepskin or pillows, while use of these items could cause overheating. Blankets and sheets with a good thermometer in the babies room will help assure comfort. You will be astonished at a baby's ability to climb and reach things, so cribs must be kept away from curtains, window blinds, cords, lamps or nearby furniture onto which they might lift themselves.
Always remember your children grow up quickly so it is great to have a wonderful, safe, and fun time with your child.
Whether it is a Moses basket or a crib, your baby's first crib is the most memorable. While you are refinishing your used baby crib, take the time to make sure it will be safe for your baby. Always check baby bedding to assure safety. If you are using a wicker cradle, check the ends to make sure there are no loose or broken bits and that all the connections are secure, and always use a new mattress because these wear out quickest. Babies like to put things in their mouth, so be sure that no loose ends or pieces of material are left over when fitting the skirt.
The drapes should be fixed properly. Loose materials might be caught by the child to put inside the mouth. Juvenile Products Manufacturer's Association (JPMA) and British Standards (BS) recommend new bedding for baby's crib as a safety precaution. JPMA seal of approval or the BS 'Kite' mark are the products that you should stick with as they have been extensively tested for safety and meet all requirement guidelines.
I have no problem with second-hand baby things as long as you make sure that they are perfectly safe - it isn't environmentally sound to throw away good furniture and baby bedding. As your baby will spend quite a good time in the crib, it is worth spending time on it to see whether it is safe and comfortable. Here are some tips to bear in mind when assessing the safety of the equipment you have for your baby. Before anything else, you want to make sure there is no chipped, loose, or dangerous paint and no jagged edges that your baby's clothes will get caught on. Most importantly check the bars of the crib to assure that they are closer than 2 3/8 inches apart. The header and footer boards need to be solid having no holes, this will protect your infant from getting his/her head caught. To prevent the crib from wobbling, I would check all connections, screws and make sure that all the pieces are in place. Then go around the crib and double check again. You will want to make sure the side rail can be lowered or raised using one hand and when it is all the way up is is securely in place. The mattress should be solid and clean and the side rails of the crib should be no less than 22 inches higher than the crib mattress.
A new baby deserves a new mattress that is safe and securely fits into the crib. Nursery bedding can lead to a possibility of suffocation; to reduce this, remove the bumper or keep it very tightly tied so that the baby cannot grab it and pull it down. Babies under the age of 12 months should not have access to the following in their cribs: duvets, quilts, sheepskin or pillows, while use of these items could cause overheating. Blankets and sheets with a good thermometer in the babies room will help assure comfort. You will be astonished at a baby's ability to climb and reach things, so cribs must be kept away from curtains, window blinds, cords, lamps or nearby furniture onto which they might lift themselves.
Always remember your children grow up quickly so it is great to have a wonderful, safe, and fun time with your child.
About the Author:
Dorothea is a writer and researcher on parenting and family issues. She also works part-time as a freelance writer for Your Baby Bedding.
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