Contents:
- Medical Video: Baby Crib Safety - What Every Parent Needs to Know to Keep Your Baby Safe in the Crib - Nursery Tips
- How to choose a baby bed
- 1. Note the distance between the slits of the bed frame
- 2. Avoid beds where the fence can be raised or lowered
- 3. Note the bed material used
- 4. Mattresses must be specially designed for babies
- 5. Avoid soft items
- Should you buy a new bed?
- The best position is to put a baby bed
Medical Video: Baby Crib Safety - What Every Parent Needs to Know to Keep Your Baby Safe in the Crib - Nursery Tips
Looking forward to the birth of your little one definitely requires a lot of preparation. One of them is preparing a baby bed. The right baby bed has a very important role for the health of the baby, because most of the time baby growth occurs when the baby is sleeping.
Therefore, careful preparation is needed in choosing a baby bed. So that babies can sleep comfortably and safely, what are the criteria for a good bed for the little one?
How to choose a baby bed
Choosing a baby bed doesn't need to be the most expensive or the best design. It's okay to choose a good design or color, but what is prioritized is still the safety of the product when you use your baby. There are a number of things you should pay attention to when choosing a baby bed.
1. Note the distance between the slits of the bed frame
Usually a baby bed is framed with a kind of wooden or plastic poles that are spaced apart. Preferably, choose a bed where the gap between the gaps is less than six cm (centimeter) in order to prevent the baby's head from getting caught and slipping between the posts.
2. Avoid beds where the fence can be raised or lowered
At present there are many types of baby beds that can be lifted and lowered. You should avoid this type of bed instead.
Why? When assembled, there could be an error with this type of bed fence design. If you improperly assemble, your baby can get pinched or fall while holding on to a bed fence that is less sturdy. It could be that the fence of the bed goes down on its own so that it endangers your baby.
3. Note the bed material used
Make sure the material such as bolts, screws, and nails are tightly attached so that the baby's bed can stand firmly. Also make sure there is no sharp material that protrudes like wood that can hurt and scratch the baby.
4. Mattresses must be specially designed for babies
When choosing a mattress, choose one specifically designed for babies. Baby mattresses are usually sturdy or hard enough to prevent SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) or sudden infant death syndrome.
A good baby mattress can usually support a baby's backbone. Avoid buying a mattress that is too soft. Choose a mattress according to the size of the bed. Do not let a slight gap between the mattress and the fence of the bed.
5. Avoid soft items
Maybe many parents consider babies identical to soft items. For example soft blankets, soft pillows, or downy dolls. In fact, these items must be avoided to prevent SIDS. Soft textured items can make babies difficult to breathe because they risk covering the little one's face.
Should you buy a new bed?
If you are looking forward to the birth of your second baby, maybe you will use some of your first baby's belongings for your second baby. One that is often used again for generations for babies is a bed.
If indeed the bed still looks good, you will definitely use it again. Actually it's okay, but there are some things that you should check on your baby's bed.
- Avoid beds that are more than 10 years old. It is possible that a bed that is too long does not meet the latest safety standards. There may be too many gaps in the head of the bed and footwear that can trap the baby's head. So baby cots that have been around for generations may be uncomfortable to use.
- Check the condition of the baby cot. Check if the baby crib is still complete in all parts. Also check that the bed fence is still in good condition and suitable for use. If something needs to be repaired, use a device that is provided for the bed product that you purchased.
The best position is to put a baby bed
After buying a safe and comfortable bed, also pay attention to the position to put it. We recommend that a baby bed be placed in your room. If at any time your little one cries or needs help, you can swiftly find out. This can also prevent SIDS.
Avoid placing the bed next to or near the window. This is to avoid something undesirable, such as being hit by iron that supports the window curtain. Putting a baby cot near the window also risks making the little one's neck wrapped in the window curtain.
In addition to noticing the quality and location of a good bed, also pay attention to the little sleeping position. Preferably, the baby sleeps on his supine position to avoid breathing difficulties that can lead to SIDS.
