Long before the birth of a child, future parents rebuild life in the house, acquire many children's things and make the home as comfortable as possible for their first-born. A round crib for a newborn will be a good choice for a children's room. In addition to aesthetic qualities, it has many functional advantages. There are many varieties of round cots for babies. Each of them has its own merits. In order not to get lost in the variety of children's furniture, in particular, round cribs for newborns, you should listen to the advice of experts. They will tell you which option is best for the baby and his parents.
Benefits
There are many varieties of cradles. However, a round crib for a newborn is at the peak of popularity today. This is due to a number of its advantages. Oval or round cots for babies are considered the best choice.
Such a cradle opens a 360-degree view and can be located in the center of the room. In addition to the modern look, this form contributes to the faster development of the baby. It is proved that children who were surrounded by bright, varied decorations in the interior develop faster. It is also possible to add additional functional elements of the cradle. Such children's furniture is called round transformer beds.
Safe form
Oval crib for babies is considered, due to its shape, more secure. She does not have sharp corners, which significantly reduces the risk of injuries and shock in case of accidental fall of the baby.
Such round cribs for newborns, presented in the photo below, allow parents to approach her from any direction.
This contributes to the quick response of mom and dad to the actions of the baby inside the cradle.
Rounded shapes for the baby are safer. It is as if from all sides they smoothly protect him, bringing him closer to the sensations of his being in his mother’s tummy. A round crib will become a place for a quiet healthy sleep for the baby. Even if he spins and spins in a dream, he will not be awakened by the angles at which children sometimes rest. This is a comfortable fit.
Dimensions
Children's furniture for sleep should contribute to the healthy development of the child. It is bought for more than one year. So that in the first years of the baby’s life not to decide on the purchase of new furniture, you should choose the correct dimensions of the cradle.
According to demand research data, transforming cots for round babies are a leader in sales. Their standard size is 190x80 cm.
Round cribs for newborns (photo below) are divided into several groups according to size.
Children under 6 months old will be comfortable sleeping in a crib 90x45 cm. However, after six months the baby will be cramped in it.
If parents do not plan to replace a round cot up to 3 years old, you should initially choose its larger dimensions. In this case, a cradle of 120x60 or 120x65 cm is suitable. This size will last until the baby is three years old. Up to 7 years, the child is comfortable falling asleep in an oval bed with a size of at least 140x70 cm. If it is combined with a chest of drawers, the size can reach 180x80 cm.
Types of Round Cots
Baby round cots for newborns come in different typologies (photo below).
The hanging cradle is quite original, but suitable for children up to 6 months. Further, it becomes unsafe.
Round classic cribs for babies are made of wood. They have bottom adjustment and removable castors. One of the side walls can be lowered, allowing you to conveniently lay the cradle or easily take the baby in your arms.
Pendulums and rocking chairs will swing the crib, lulling the baby. They have a number of disadvantages. When a child grows up, he can, swaying on his own, fall out of the cradle. Therefore, pendulum beds are preferable.
There are side options that will allow parents to sleep next to their child. In this case, do not worry that in a dream it can be accidentally crushed when turning. The baby will have its own sleeping place.
The oval bed is a variant of its round variety that increases with the growth of the child. It is simply expanded to different sizes.
Convertible bed
The most popular among modern parents is a convertible bed. It combines a cradle, a changing table and a chest of drawers.
The presented variety gained such popularity as a result of its functionality. Several small and one large box will accommodate all the things the child needs and toys. The round transforming crib allows you to keep everything you need at your fingertips.
A changing table near the bed is convenient for both mom and baby. To change the baby, you don’t need to carry him far away.
Existence of devices for a motion sickness help lull a small one. A significant advantage is the ability, along with the growth of the child, to gradually increase the size of his crib. The question of buying new furniture for sleeping will not arise before parents for a long time.
Disadvantages of convertible beds
Round transformer crib has several disadvantages. This should be considered by parents before buying it.
The size of the presented furniture is larger than that of conventional models. The more functions it is called upon to fulfill, the more space the crib takes. Boxes in them are not very large.
The disadvantages of such furniture should also include increasing length with the same width (60-65 cm). For a child of school age, this is completely insufficient. Although for so many years, a berth of such a performance may simply bother the child. This fact should be considered by parents when making a purchase.
It is difficult for a transforming bed to choose a different location when moving. By purchasing a separate bed and dresser, there are more options for comfortably rearranging furniture. Buyers also note that these are quite expensive round cots for babies. Transformers are less often produced in the low-price segment of furniture.
Oval transforming bed
There are many varieties of oval-shaped transformer beds. Modern manufacturers provide a lot of options for its use. It can be converted into a small or large playpen, into a small sofa for guests of the child.
There are models that, when moving its elements, become a table with chairs. There are many options for transformation. Oval varieties of cribs fit well into the interior. A large number of positive qualities make such furniture very popular.
Materials
Baby round cribs for newborns (photo provided below) can be made of different materials.
The main requirement for them is environmental friendliness and safety. The best choice is wood. It must be well polished. If the surface is varnished, it should be non-toxic, not have a pungent odor. The best species of wood for children's furniture are birch, maple and alder. This is due to the strength and durability of the material. But such wood is the most expensive. Pine can be a good alternative to expensive species. Its cost is much less. Pine is a softer tree species, so it will be faster scratched and damaged.
It is also allowed to purchase children's furniture from MDF. The oval crib for newborns from this material is very durable and completely safe for the baby's health. But from plywood or wood boards products should not be purchased. They are fragile, and in the manufacture of them they use the toxic substance formaldehyde.
Crib Requirements
To ensure the safety of the crib, the manufacturer must provide locking elements.
This applies to ensuring its immobility.
Side walls, frame and other parts must be securely fastened. The distance between the rods of the sidewalls should be no more than 7 cm. Sanitary standards also require this.
An oval crib for newborns should not have signs of peeling paint, chipping, poor wood processing, etc.
If there are removable sides, in the lowered state they should rise above the mattress to a height of 9 cm. In the normal position, the sides should be raised to 26 cm. This will prevent the child from accidentally falling out of the crib. All these rules have been created for the safe operation of the product.
Some more recommendations
Any crib is made by factory production. Any material, even the most natural and environmentally friendly, is filled with various synthetic odors during processing. Therefore, before use, the crib must be well weathered. At least a few days before the baby moves from the hospital to her home, she should be prepared for this.
If the round crib for the newborn does not have any component parts, or the fasteners do not meet safety requirements, it cannot be operated.
Mattress
A very important element of the crib should be its mattress. A sound sleep and a healthy posture of the baby depend on it. Therefore, the mattress is selected strictly in accordance with the size of the crib. It should fit snugly to the sides, be sufficiently rigid and environmentally friendly. The mattress should be medium hard. The best filler today is coconut fiber. It has the required rigidity, as well as hypoallergenic and antibacterial qualities.
While in the store, you should familiarize yourself with quality certificates, epidemiological and sanitary-hygienic conclusions before making a purchase. They must be present at the seller. These documents indicate the materials and coatings of the product. This will enable parents to determine the safety of the crib for their baby.
Having familiarized yourself with such a necessary attribute of a child’s room as a round crib for a newborn, you can correctly choose the appropriate variety. Good sleep and healthy development of the baby will be guaranteed by the right cradle. No matter what type of crib will be. The main thing is that it is safe and convenient for the baby.