Pregnancy is a great time when parents are in the exciting expectation of their baby, preparing for its appearance. However, pleasant chores are not always easily resolved. Parents need to prepare a child’s room, buy all the necessary clothes and furniture. The choice of crib is very important, the future health of the baby depends on it. Parents often wonder: what to look for when choosing a crib? You will learn about this by reading the article.
Classic crib
Many adults believe that classics are always in fashion. Several past generations slept in a classic rectangular bed. Now they are as popular as before, and no less practical. The standard size of a rectangular crib for newborns is 120 x 60 cm. Russian manufacturers make cots of this size. In other countries, the bed size may slightly increase - 125 x 65 cm. Such slight differences are visible only when buying bed linen, which is sewn separately for each model. Such cots are bought for newborns and used until the child is 4-5 years old.
Possible options
Transforming crib - furniture designed for sleeping a child, which can be transformed into other furniture. The word "transformer" means that an ordinary crib has several additional functions. As a rule, such a bed is combined with a chest of drawers and a changing table. When the child grows up, the chest of drawers can be removed, thereby increasing the area of the berth, up to 170 x 60 cm. On a bed of this size, the baby can sleep almost until graduation.
In recent years, many options for a round transformer crib have appeared, in reviews it is called the most popular model of the modern world. This bed is easy to operate, compact and very beautiful. There are still similar beds that “turn” into sofas.
Manege
A modern and convenient option is the playpen. Such a bed easily folds up to a compact size and moves. It is convenient to use for traveling, on vacation, on a visit, etc. The main advantage of the playpen is that the baby can sleep in it and play. Since the sides are very high and soft, mom should not worry about childhood injuries. However, such cribs are made of synthetic fabric and non-natural materials, and some parents are scared away by this fact.
What to look for when choosing a crib?
Parents learn about bedding options, consult with friends, and choose furniture at their discretion. What features does a modern crib have?
Let's consider:
- The pendulum is a mechanism by which you can easily swing the crib. It is longitudinal and transverse, allowing the crib to move either from the head to the legs, or from side to side. The longitudinal pendulum allows the crib to swing more physiologically and comfortably for the baby.
- Wheels - it is very convenient for them to move the crib around the apartment, but the wheels must have lock buttons. When the child grows up and starts to get up, the crib will wobble, which can cause injuries, so the wheels and the pendulum should be fixed.
- Box for linen - located below, under the bottom of the children's bed. This addition is very convenient and practical, in the box you can store any means at hand. But it is worth considering the fact that the box is an additional dust collector.
- Lining on the sides of the crib - made of plastic, silicone or fabric. Children, being in a crib, often gnaw at the sides to scratch the gums when teething, so the pads help the parents out very much and they will not have to paint over the scratches. Pads protect the crib from damage, and the child does not eat up paint and varnish.
- Adjustable bottom height - easily changes as the child grows.
- Removable wall - not available on all cots. One side of the crib can be easily removed and can be placed on the parent's bed to have continuous contact with the baby. In this case, the mother does not need to get up at night and go to the baby. It is enough to lend a hand, and he is very close.
Reviews about the round transformer bed are very mixed. What are its advantages? And are there any flaws? We will consider this model in more detail later in the article.
Round Crib Options
Experts say that the oval and round cribs are more cozy and comfortable for the baby. They have no corners, but a lot of free space, and the child feels protected, as if in the womb. The standard bed size is 97 x 55 cm. When studying reviews of a round transformer bed for newborns, parents can be scared away by the fact that the size of the bed is small and even one year old baby is completely short of sleep. However, it is worth considering such functions as sliding additional walls, with the help of which the surface increases.
There are also very small (cradles) children's round cribs-transformers. Reviews of parents claim that such a cradle is ideal for newborns. It is very light and compact, especially since our ancestors used just such kind of cradles. Probably, the children are really more comfortable in a cozy cramped area. In modern cradles there is even musical and motion sick accompaniment, height adjustment and hanging toys.
8 in 1 Round Transformer Bed Reviews
With the birth of a child, parents give him care and love, try to give their child all the best. A round or oval bed is ideal for a newborn. Studying reviews of a round transformer bed, parents notice obvious advantages: safety, practicality, functionality and beauty of the model. Indeed, users of such furniture are very satisfied. Some manufacturers distinguish the following configuration options: 6 in 1 and 7 in 1. Reviews of the round transformer bed push to buy a fully equipped model: 8 in 1. However, additional functions of the crib are not important for every family, which we will consider further.
Additional features of the round crib
Having studied some reviews about the round transformer bed, you may decide to buy this particular model, however you should know all its functions:
- Adjustable bottom (4-5 positions).
- Assembled size 122 x 72 cm, height - 80 cm.
- It is easily and quickly transformed from a small round to a large oval crib, or even to a sofa.
- As a rule, it has silent wheels with a motion blocking function.
- Stability and safety of the structure.
- It transforms into a comfortable changing table and a round bed.
- The side part of the crib can be easily removed, which will allow it to be moved to the parent's bed. Subsequently, the baby will be able to climb independently through this hole in his crib.
- The crib transforms very quickly and easily.
- Lack of corners.
- Excellent air circulation.
The disadvantages, according to reviews, include the following facts:
- Need to buy custom bedding.
- More expensive than the classic version of the crib.
- The need to buy 2 mattresses (for a round and oval version of the crib).
Future mom and dad most often take into account the availability of funds, free space in the apartment and possible benefits for the baby. In this regard, parents choose the model they need. Next, we consider several popular models.
Forest Lavatera Crib
There are many reviews of the Forest Lavatera Round Transformer. Here are a few facts parents share:
- Excellent build quality, despite the relatively low price.
- A sharp smell of paint, but not critical, it is enough to ventilate the room throughout the day.
- Part of the crib is made of solid birch massif of good quality.
- Covering the crib with a nice eco-friendly paint.
- The crib easily passes through the doorway.
- Warranty 6 months.
In this bed there are 6 positions: a round cradle, an oval crib, a changing table, playpen, a table and two chairs, a table and a chair.
Crib Noony Cozy
Studying the reviews about the round Noony Cozy transforming bed you can stumble upon some resentment from customers, but these are just a few private opinions. Consider the reviews, both positive and negative:
- The most common classic sides fit.
- Ample berth space.
- Removable pendulum.
- It is possible to use the pendulum and wheels at the same time.
- There is no additional table function.
- Stopper only on two wheels.
- Complicated instructions for assembly, without the help of the Internet can not do.
But, despite the listed flaws in the assembly instructions, almost all parents respond positively about this bed. Value for money is especially pleasing to everyone.