Preparing for the appearance of the long-awaited baby in the world, mothers are struggling to provide him with a cozy nest. This is where the dilemma arises. What to watch - cribs or cradles? For newborns, of course, the second option is preferable. Imagine the discomfort of a baby falling into an absolutely unfamiliar big world. A small cradle gives him a sense of security, as if he was still in his mother’s tummy. Not for nothing that the history of these cute household items was not interrupted, on the contrary, over time, the usual “rockers” acquired a high-tech filling.
Indeed, in the catalogs there are models equipped with lights, an electronic carousel with toys, an automatic vibration system for motion sickness and a selection of lullabies. Although the cost of such "advanced" products is impressive. Although, if additional options are not so important to you, then the simplest cradle for newborns will also work. The price of budget models does not really bite - about 4 thousand rubles. Anyway, after 3 or 4 months, the cradle will have to be abandoned, since the baby will grow out of it.
It is much more important to choose the right product. In the first place, mommy is the safety of her crumbs. Therefore, materials should not be toxic. A tree is the most acceptable option. But here there are underwater pebbles - coating. It will be extremely unpleasant to find that the varnishes and impregnations with which the wood was treated emit harmful substances. Therefore, all cradles for newborns are accompanied by certificates. And in no case feel free to ask the seller for supporting documents.
Decide in advance whether the model will have wheels or not. Wheels give the product mobility. Mommy can easily roll a cradle with her baby closer to herself. For example, put it next to the bed in the bedroom. If you picked up a small cradle with a pendulum mechanism of motion sickness, then make sure that there are special clips on it.
A cradle for newborns is very convenient and functional (photo - in the article), which can easily be transformed into a carrier. So you save on the purchase of special kangaroo bags.
What else should you focus on, choosing your ideal cradle from the variety of products presented. Perhaps pay attention to the sleeping place of the crumbs. It should not be too soft. Moderately hard, smooth - these are two criteria for the quality of the design. As a standard, cradles for newborns are already delivered with a bed set: mattress, sheet, blanket. Sometimes there is removable fabric upholstery. It would be nice to have an additional “shift”. Then it will not be a problem to wash the baby’s laundry.
Good cradles for newborns who have the so-called fabric canopy. This hood helps obscure the baby’s sleeper so that a bright light does not wake him. In addition, the products themselves are sometimes supplemented with a changing table, a laundry basket, a carousel with toys. Then it’s up to mom to decide whether she needs these “goodies” or not.