The baby crib guide: Safe & restful sleep
From the experts at Studio Belize® - Design studio for children's products:
Are you looking for the perfect baby crib? In the years following birth, a quality crib is of utmost importance. Babies spend up to 20 hours a day and toddlers up to 14 hours a day in bed, so it plays an important role in your child's safety and health. But how do you choose the right baby crib? Here you can find out what to look out for. Let's find the best sleeping place for your baby together.
Content
- What types of baby beds are there?
- From what age should a baby sleep in its own crib?
- How big should a baby crib be?
- What safety standards should be observed in a baby crib?
- How long can a baby crib be used?
- Which mattress is best for a baby crib?
- How to properly assemble a baby crib?
- What bedding is recommended for a baby crib?
- How to make the baby crib safe?
- What are the best tips to get babies to fall asleep in a baby crib?
How to find the perfect baby crib?
1. what are the types of baby cribs?
- Cribs
- Bassinet
- Side beds
- Cradles
- Cribs / baby beds made of rattan
2. from what age should a baby sleep in its own bed?
Babies can be accustomed to their own baby bed as early as 5-7 months. Parents can also wait until the baby wants its own baby bed by itself.
3. how big should a baby bed be?
The standard dimensions of a baby crib are approximately
60 cm x 120 cm or 70 cm x 140 cm.
4. What safety standards should be observed in a baby crib?
- Stable construction
- Safe spacing of the bars (the spacing of the bars of a baby cot should be 4.5 - 6.5 cm)
- Firmly lockable mechanisms
- Non-toxic materials
5. How long can a baby crib be used?
A baby crib can usually be used until the age of about 5 years, depending on the size and development of the child.
6. Which mattress is best for a baby crib?
A firmer, breathable mattress with no loose parts or bumps is best for a baby crib. The best choice for baby crib mattress material is foam, cold foam or latex coconut fiber.
7.How to assemble a baby crib properly?
The assembly instructions of the baby crib should be followed carefully. All parts should be fastened and make sure that no sharp edges or loose screws pose a danger to the baby.
8. what bedding is recommended for a baby crib?
Baby bedding made of cotton is recommended. It is skin-friendly, durable, easy to clean and absorbs moisture. A mattress protector is also recommended, as well as a soft and breathable baby sleeping bag for cold nights. Loose pillows, blankets or stuffed animals have no place in the baby crib for safety reasons.
9. How can the baby crib be made safe?
Dangerous objects or loose pillows should be removed. The mattress height should be appropriate for the age to avoid fall injuries. The crib rails should be well and securely fastened.
- Objects such as canopies, mosquito nets, cords, elastic bands, cords or cables should not be in the crib. There is a risk of suffocation if the baby gets caught.
- Components of the baby c rib such as screws, bolts or nuts should be tight and not be able to be loosened by the baby.
- Cradle, bassinet and baby beds should be stable, siblings should not be able to tilt with them or knock them over.
- The mattress should be suitable for the baby bed. There should be no gaps between the frame and the mattress.
10. What are the best tips to get babies to fall asleep in the baby crib?
If babies wake up at night or do not want to sleep, parents should speak softly and avoid light. This will soothe the baby in the crib and make him realize that it is time to sleep. Care should also be taken to ensure that the baby's room is at the right temperature for sleeping. A recommended sleeping temperature for infants and babies is 16 to 20 degrees Celsius.
