Standard crib sizes

There are many sizes of cribs. Manufacturers also produce transforming beds, the length of which can be adjusted. But there are still standard sizes of cots for children.

What are the standard sizes of a baby crib?

So, the dimensions of a baby crib may differ due to its shape and design, but the most popular sizes are always: 120*60*100 cm

Length

This parameter usually does not exceed 120 cm, but in some cases you can choose models for growth, where the length is slightly longer, as well as the width and height. A longer bed takes up more space, but there is always room at the feet to put children's toys or diapers.

Width

Width is not such an unimportant design element, since during the very rapid growth of the baby from the first days to one year, the baby often needs to stretch out while sleeping, stretch his arms to the sides and up, and roll onto his side. The width is usually 60 cm, but in some cases it can reach up to 75 cm, but this is already a good margin if we talk about a crib for newborns.

Height

This is one of the most important parameters, because it determines how comfortable it will be for the baby’s mother to place him inside the crib, but as a rule, this parameter converges for all models at around 1 m.

Depth

In many children's beds, the depth of the berth from the edges of the sides can change its position, higher or lower. If the baby is very small, then you can make the depth shallow, and if he has grown up and is already standing up and crawling, then for better safety, you can lower the sleeping place and there will be greater depth.

Important! Do not lower the bed too low while the baby is very small. This is inconvenient for the baby’s mother, and from below the crib it will be more difficult for the baby to navigate in search of his mother.

Advantages of classic dimensions

Classic dimensions: 120 by 60 by 100 cm are very convenient, because the crib can be placed in the smallest room, it can be conveniently placed next to the parent’s bed, and this crib is easy to move.

The simple design also allows you to hide various things under it for the child. These could be children's toys, some things or a bath for small children. The last option is one of the optimal ones; as a rule, the bathtub has approximately the same dimensions as the bed, so it can easily be hidden under the bottom of the crib.

In addition to all the advantages that regular children's beds have, there are also wheels that can be removed when not needed, and in this case it turns into a rocking chair. It turns out that it can be rocked and this helps to lull the baby to sleep.

Classic models are equipped with a standard side on one side, which can be lowered slightly or raised to its full height for convenience. In more expensive models, this parameter often differs in that the side is completely open or closed. It cannot be said that this is very practical, since leaving the child alone requires closing this side every time.So the classic dimensions and designs of a crib are much better and more reliable than expensive models.

Now let's look at cribs of more expensive models. What are their advantages? Let's start with the appearance. Its style can differ greatly from two simple properties - the color of the paint with which it is covered and the unusual shape of the parts. Also, the design of the crib may differ radically from classic models. For example, there are models on sale where the crib is close to the adult bed, which allows mother and baby to be very close, and at the same time the parents remain on their adult bed, and the baby on his own, without complicating the situation for the adults. Of course, such models will cost significantly more than standard, classic ones.

Attention! When buying a crib for a baby, do not forget about the need to buy a mattress. Its dimensions must correspond to the dimensions of the crib.

Custom beds are often equipped with features such as built-in pull-out drawers for toys. This is very practical and it fits perfectly into the overall interior of the room, where there is other furniture.

Returning to the topic of the advantages of conventional models, it should be noted that they are very inexpensive and over time, after the baby grows up, you can always replace the classic one with a more expensive design for teenagers. In other words, you can save now on a teenage bed in the future.

The standard design of classic cribs is always easy to repair if damaged, and parts for its repair are very easy to find. Standard dimensions will always be an advantage, as they will suit any newborn baby.

Everyone chooses for themselves which model to buy for their future baby. The choice depends on such items as budget (price), sizes (standard or non-standard) and design (conventional design or with additional elements). Based on these three points, you need to start when choosing a children's bed.

Important! When purchasing, do not forget about such important additional attributes as a soft mattress, winter blanket, diapers, rattles, pillow and baby bath.

The issue of choosing such furniture is in most cases decided in favor of classic dimensions and, less often, in favor of classic design. It is difficult to say unequivocally how important the style or its size is, but the most important thing is the comfort of the baby who will be born.