What you need in a crib for a newborn

The birth of a baby is a joyful experience for the whole family. In order for a baby to sleep comfortably, his crib must be equipped and safe for the baby.

What should be in a newborn's crib

After choosing and purchasing a bed, you need to place in it everything that the baby will need. Try to ensure that all toys, accessories and things that the child will interact with are made from safe, environmentally friendly materials.

IMPORTANT! Carefully read the documentation for each item, even if it's just a rattle or pacifier case. The dose of harmful substances to which the adult’s body does not react can cause serious harm to the baby’s health.

Required attributes

Like any bed, a crib should have a mattress. If previously cotton wool was used everywhere, now manufacturers offer a wide range of fillings for mattresses. Here are the most popular ones:

• Coir is coconut fibers woven into a loose, elastic mat. Such mattresses allow air to pass through perfectly and the baby will not sweat. In addition, the filler does not accumulate moisture and dries quickly if the baby described it in a dream.
• The spring base gently supports the baby's body, and independent springs are recommended by all orthopedic doctors for the correct formation of the musculoskeletal system of a newborn.
• Synthetic materials - polyurethane, latex, foam rubber, struttofiber and others - are the worst option for a baby crib. Most often, they do not “breathe”, as a result the baby’s skin sweats and diaper rash forms. In addition, unexpected reactions may occur when interacting with a child’s urine. Although manufacturers insist on their safety, it is still better to give preference to natural fillers.

A pillow for a newborn is not needed at all. It does no good, and a pillow that is too high can cause harm. It is better to give preference to a diaper folded several times or a thin holofiber pad.

For a baby you will need at least 2 blankets - thin and warm. You need to cover your baby with a thick cotton or down blanket in winter, and in spring and autumn it is better to use a thin blanket.

IMPORTANT! All pediatricians talk about the dangers of excessively wrapping a baby. This harms the development of the baby's immunity.

For bedding for a newborn, it is best to choose sets made from natural fabrics: cotton, linen. The colors of bed linen should not be too bright, the fabric should be durable and able to withstand repeated washing.

Useful and convenient additions

Desirable, but not mandatory, accessories for a baby crib include bumpers. These are special soft pads that are attached to the walls of the bed from the inside. They protect the baby from bright light, drafts and injuries caused by a leg or arm slipping between the bars.

But the canopy that comes complete with sides is a useless and even harmful thing. It is useful only in summer for protection against flies and mosquitoes. Otherwise, it's just a decorative item collecting dust.

IMPORTANT! Dust accumulates on the fabric of the canopy, so it needs to be washed quite often.

Toys and decorations

What is a crib without toys?! Hanging bead rattles and musical carousels with bright details develop the baby's attention and visual concentration. Pleasant music will help the baby fall asleep.

But all kinds of teddy bears, bunnies and cats have no place in a crib. They accumulate dust and bacteria, which can cause allergies. Also, after playing with the baby, it is better to remove rattles and squeakers from the bed so that the baby does not hit them and is not afraid of a sharp sound when asleep.