Baby Crib Bedding Sets

By Darren Hartley


Since February 1974, a lot of attention has been paid to crib safety. Thus, manufacturers of baby crib sets are made to conform to strict safety codes. A large number of serious crib accidents caused this precaution to be taken. Should parents decide to use a crib that has been with a family, they must ensure its features conform with current safety standards.

To prevent the heads or limbs of babies from getting caught in between them, the crib slats of baby crib sets must not be more than 2 3/8 inches apart. The use of cribs with slats not conforming to this standard distance could lead to injury, and worst, to strangulation. Missing slats or spindles in a crib mean that the crib must never be used.

There must be no rough or sharp edges in the metal hardware of baby crib sets. Babies may accidentally fall against them. Perfectly working locks and latches on the drop-side of the crib is a must. This will ensure that the baby cannot accidentally release them and fall out of the crib.

An important aspect in the creation of an ideal nursery for the little one is the assurance of a safe and comfortable bed. A big part of this aspect is the purchase of soft and breathable crib bedding sets. The ideal baby bed sheets not only add style to the nursery but give the baby a perfect place to sleep.

Crib bedding sets with sheets that have elasticized edges and fit the crib mattress snugly must be chosen to ensure the safety of the baby as well as prevent the sheet from slipping off the mattress. It must always be remembered that loose sheets are hazards to safety.

Babies must not get too warm when sleeping. Weather conditions and room temperatures must always be considered. Crib bedding sets with cotton sheets work well for most situations while crib bedding sets with flannel sheets are set aside for cooler conditions.




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