| When you are expecting a new baby, there are so | | | | a mattress that fits snugly (a standard crib mattress |
| many preparations to make. Getting ready for your | | | | will work with this model), and resist the temptation |
| bundle of joy can be quite expensive, and there are | | | | to include cuddly toys and plush blankets. These |
| many choices to be made. Choosing a cute discount | | | | items are not safe for your little one for at least the |
| crib can round out your nursery with the basic items | | | | first year; your baby will move around in the crib as |
| you need, while saving you money for the items on | | | | she sleeps, and fluffy items can cause suffocation. A |
| which you can't afford to compromise. | | | | quality baby mattress, cotton sheets, and a light |
| If a basic crib is what you need, you can find several | | | | cover are all you need to keep your infant warm and |
| nice models at bargain prices. The no-frills Sandra crib | | | | comfortable. |
| by Storkcraft is an attractive choice, and one of the | | | | Although there is no reason to buy anything fancier |
| least expensive full-size cribs you are likely to find - it | | | | or more expensive than the Sandra crib, you will |
| runs at about $170 online. Without any bells and | | | | want to give some serious thought to the mattress |
| whistles, this inexpensive wooden crib is available in | | | | and bedding. An organic mattress costs more than a |
| natural pine, cognac, and cherry finishes to | | | | conventional baby mattress, but the benefits of |
| complement any nursery decor. | | | | going organic far outweigh the expense in this case. |
| The crib features the usual standards, including: | | | | Regular mattresses are manufactured using synthetic |
| - 3-height adjustable mattress; | | | | materials that contain many harmful pollutants. |
| - Caster wheels for convenience and mobility; | | | | Studies have shown that these toxins eventually |
| - 1-hand drop sides for ease of use while holding your | | | | make their way into your baby's body. When you |
| baby; | | | | consider that a newborn can spend up to 16 hours |
| - Meets current safety standards for baby cribs. For | | | | sleeping, this can become a significant problem. |
| most parents, this basic crib is more than adequate - | | | | Exposure to this toxic soup can result in respiratory |
| many expectant parents are unwilling to spend a | | | | and cardiac issues, as well as developmental problems. |
| great deal of money on a furniture item that will only | | | | As you welcome your newborn to the world, |
| be used for a couple of years. When you choose this | | | | purchasing a conservative discount crib makes sense. |
| economical option, you will have plenty left over to | | | | You will be able to splurge on the important items |
| take care of all the other items you will need for | | | | that are more likely to impact your baby's health and |
| your new arrival. | | | | well-being. |
| When you are purchasing bedding, be sure to choose | | | | |