Baby on the way? Looking at crib bedding options? Here are some important points to consider before buying accessories for the nursery.
I will just get straight to the point and say that all the research on crib bedding has cranked my mommy-desires up another level. Which isn't necessarily a good thing, since my womb has already been screaming at me to hold another baby, while my dear husband maintains that I have become certifibly insane.
Now that I have got that out, let me get to the focus of this week's blog. Crib bedding.
The bottom line is that if parents want to have quality bedding that follows voluntary safety guidelines, they really are going to have to scrutinize the products available. Go to the store and do not be shy about opening up the familiar zippered bedding bags. Take a ruler and measure the crib ties, look closely at the stitching, note the softness of the fabrics. Be picky! This is for a new baby and safety and quality should be of top concern. The bedding will be laundered A LOT. It needs to hold up in the wash and safety issues related to infant bedding are a real concern.
As I mentioned last week, with more and more organizations stating that much of crib bedding is not necessary and is potentially dangerous, parents may be wise to invest in several top quality sheets and nursery accessories rather than mass-produced infant bedding. It's certainly an idea worth considering.
A comprehensive listing of my recent crib bedding articles:
