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.
Depending on the type of convertible crib you purchase, it will convert into one or all three of the styles. In order to convert to a toddler bed or daybed, one of the side rails needs to be removed. It is important to convert the bed correctly, as a daybed is not recommended for toddler use. To convert to a full-size bed, the side rails can be repositioned to use as a headboard and footboard.
Convertible cribs are the latest growing trend in baby gear and feature a number of colors and styles. Some of the most popular trends include sleigh cribs and contemporary designs. More elaborate styles of convertible cribs have storage drawers underneath, making it easy to store clothes, blankets and toys.
While a convertible crib has many advantages, parents still find that it has its drawbacks. Convertible cribs are more costly, so some parents opt to purchase a high-end crib for the same price. Convertible cribs are also made to have higher crib settings, making toddler beds and crib mattresses high off the ground. If planning to have more children, parents also find that a traditional crib is more useful since it can be passed down and a less expensive toddler bed can be purchased in its place.
If you decide that purchasing a convertible crib is right for you, be sure that the convertible baby crib meets all safety guidelines, especially if it is an older model made before 1998. Make sure that the gaps in the headboard and footboard are not large enough that a child can stick his head through. The mattress also needs to fit snuggly in the crib, allowing no gaps in between.
One of the more popular cribs in this style include the 4 in 1 convertible cribs especially the white convertible cribs.
