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Should I get a bassinet and a crib?

Emma Payne |

Both cribs and bassinets can be safe sleep choices for a newborn. However, they have several important differences. The most obvious one is size — a crib takes up a lot more space than a bassinet, so a bassinet can be easier in a smaller house.

How to transition baby to crib?

Choose The Right Time. Since switching beds will already be a big enough change,plan it when nothing else is going on in your baby or family’s life.

  • Ensure Crib Safety. If you know that your baby will be safe in their crib,you’ll have more peace of mind about the transition.
  • Spend Time In The Nursery. In the weeks leading up to the transition,help your baby get used to being in their nursery by spending time in it.
  • Set Up A Video Monitor. Another way to increase your peace of mind is to set up a video monitor.
  • Make One Change At A Time. Some babies handle the transition like rockstars. Others need a little more time to adjust.
  • Sit In The Nursery. If you want to make the transition gradual but can’t put your baby’s crib in your room,sit in the nursery with them while they
  • Start With Naps. Here’s another trick you can try if you think your baby will have a hard time getting used to the change: for the first couple of
  • Teach Them To Self-Soothe. When your baby wakes up in the middle of the night,they might be confused to find that they’re in a different bed than usual!
  • Stick To A Bedtime Routine. Wherever your baby is sleeping,a bedtime routine will clue them in to the fact that it’s time to wind down and go to

    • Do I need a crib bedding set?

    To protect your mattress pad, you will need to have a crib fitted sheet. It must be in the right size and can fit tightly on your mattress. Then, there are the receiving blankets and swaddles. These are used to add more comfort to your baby while he sleeps especially during cold weather.

    Can you use a dresser as a changing table?

    Most changing tables include shelves to hold diapers, wipes, powder and other supplies you need. But once your baby outgrows diapers, you’re left with a piece of furniture you can’t really use. If you convert a dresser to a changing table, when your baby gets older, you can use the dresser in his room to hold clothes.

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