by miked on March 20, 2010
A crib is one of the most essential items needed for a new baby, yet can also be the most expensive. Worst yet, a crib can only be used for a couple of years before needing to purchase a bed for your child. That is why so many new parents find themselves purchasing a convertible crib to welcome their little one.
A convertible crib is a crib that grows with your child by converting into different types of beds, including a toddler bed, daybed or full-size bed. Not only does a convertible crib grow alongside your child, but it also helps to keep the décor of the bedroom the same, since no new furniture will need to be purchased.
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by miked on March 20, 2010
Having a new baby is certainly a joy, but as any new parent knows, also includes changing a lot of diapers. Since your new bundle of joy will be in diapers for at least the next two to three years, it is important that you choose the right changing table to make the job easier.
When looking to purchase a baby changing table, consider whether a combo changing table dresser would be right for you. A combo changing table dresser includes a section to place a changing pad, while also featuring a set of drawers underneath and a tower to one side. As the child grows older, the changing pad can be taken off and used as a dresser top.
The appeal to using a combo changing table dresser is that this furniture grows with your child, while also providing ample storage room. The drawbacks are that these combo dressers are more expensive than traditional changing tables and that some parents feel that even once the changing mat is removed, the dresser will still look like a changing table.
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