All women who have given birth know how tiring it is to wake up several times every night to soothe and feed the baby, constantly getting out of a warm bed. An additional crib for newborns is designed to eliminate this problem forever. A young mother will not need to make her way through the darkness to her child every time in the middle of the night, without turning on the light, so as not to wake up her husband, who also has to get up for work.

Add-on crib for newborns - advantages and features

The attached crib completely replaces the stationary playpen, which is installed separately from the adult bed. The innovative invention first appeared in America, after which it became popular throughout the world. It allows you to teach your baby from childhood to sleep separately from mom and dad, while always being close to his parents.

This solution for arranging a children's bed has a number of advantages:

• peaceful sleep of parents and child, who is close to the mother and feels her presence;
• the practical design of the crib ensures complete safety for the child while sleeping;
• there is no need to worry that the baby can be injured, as in situations where a newborn sleeps with its parents;
• there is no need to get out of bed at night when you need to rock the baby to sleep;
• the invention helps mothers who have poor health or limited mobility cope with their babies;
• the console takes up little space, so it is ideal for placement in a small living space;
• A wide range of add-on furniture allows you to choose a crib not only of a suitable shape and size, but also to take care of its functionality in the future, because many models can be transformed into bedside tables, tables or chests of drawers.

Design and rules for choosing baby cots

No matter how expensive and functional a children's side bed is, it must meet the basic criteria of safety and practicality.

• Ecological cleanliness. The materials from which the console itself is made, the mattress and bed linen must not contain toxic impurities or harmful substances.
• Reliability and safety. The furniture must be able to withstand a fairly large mass, 3-4 times the weight of the baby. All fasteners and decorative parts should not have sharp corners, chips or other defects that could cause injury to a child or that could be swallowed.
• Practicality in care. Furniture should be made of materials that are easy to clean. If the console has a fabric covering, it should be easy to remove for washing and also put back on.

Frame - materials and design

In maternity hospitals and children's hospitals you can see cribs that are made entirely of metal. This is a practical material, given the ease of cleaning it from dust and dirt. However, metal is not the best choice for a side crib frame as it is cold and requires painting. Growing up, the little explorer will definitely want to try the edge of the furniture, which can lead to serious poisoning.

Wood is considered the best material for making children's furniture:

• birch;
• pine.

The crib must be impregnated with a harmless composition or varnish.

The shape of the attachment can also be varied: from the classic rectangular to oval or asymmetrical. Furniture legs can be equipped with rollers to make it easy to move and move towards the bed. However, as practice shows, this attribute can cause a baby to fall at night when a parent accidentally moves the console away in his sleep. Some models are equipped with a special lock, with the help of which the child's sleeping place is attached to the parent's bed and cannot move.

Sleeping place - features, types of bases and sizes

An attached crib for babies can have an orthopedic slatted or slatted bottom. Both bases promote good air ventilation and help the child develop healthy posture. You should pay attention to the number of lamellas - the more there are, the higher the orthopedic effect. The gap between the slats should not exceed the width of the panels themselves.

The standard dimensions of an additional crib are 50x90 cm, but there are also types whose dimensions reach 120x60 cm. The height of the bottom fastening is also adjustable to a height of 30-50 cm using special clamps, which allows you to level the planes of the parent and child beds. The baby's sleeping place is surrounded by bumpers that protect him from falls and injuries.

Mattresses - what they are, which one to choose

Choosing a mattress for little ones should be approached with special responsibility. It should be moderately rigid and made from environmentally friendly materials that do not emit foreign odors, and fully correspond to the length and width of the sleeping place. A mattress for an infant must have an orthopedic effect in order to distribute the load on the back and maintain good posture for the baby. The thickness should be at least 8 cm, but not exceed 15 cm.

The mattress must be well ventilated. Ideally, it will have a removable mattress cover that can be washed periodically. Zippers or buttons should be on the front side so that a child cannot reach them.

The following are allowed as fillers:

• coconut coir;
• horsehair;
• rubber;
• polyurethane foam;
• holofiber;
• artificial wool.

It is advisable to turn the mattress over every month during use. Thus, you can extend its service life and increase the level of comfort while sleeping.

Sides - types and design

The crib attached to the bed for adults is equipped with fixed sides on 3 sides, which do not allow the baby to fall out during sleep. The optimal step between the bars is 7-8 cm. With such a distance, the baby will not be able to get stuck between the panels and get injured. The height of the sides, as a rule, is 30-50 cm. If desired, the partitions are covered with fabric or blocked with stuffed pillows so that the child does not hit hard walls.

The fourth side can also be closed with a side with a lowering vertical or folding mechanism. It allows you to protect the baby from the parents at night so that he is not accidentally touched with his hand. The partition adjacent to the adult bed can be made of the same material as the bed itself, or it can look like a stretched soft mesh that is fastened with a zipper.

Operational features of baby cots for babies

Attached children's furniture is very convenient to use and, moreover, does not spoil the overall interior of the room, because modern models have a neat appearance and small sizes. It is important to correctly adjust the height of the base to fit an adult bed. After this, use fasteners to secure the attachment to the sides of the adult bed. Some models of children's furniture have latches on the legs, especially if they are equipped with casters for movement. The wheels remain in the same position even when an adult tries to move the crib.

A crib is the first place a baby comes from its mother's warm embrace. Therefore, this place should be unusually gentle and comfortable. Comfort, healthy sleep and orthopedic properties are the main criteria that future parents pay attention to when choosing an additional crib for a children's room. But almost 99.99% of products on the baby products market have these characteristics. Therefore, it remains to choose from the assortment the appropriate option in terms of appearance, shape, dimensions, functionality and cost of the future place for the baby to sleep. To purchase what you need, study the advantages and disadvantages of the models presented below and analyze the information collected.

What are the benefits of an extension crib?

The parent has the opportunity to shift or pick up the newborn without getting out of bed. The mother quickly reacts to the baby’s cry, and the baby is less anxious, since in a matter of seconds he finds himself in the mother’s arms.

From the range of models you can choose a transforming one. As the baby grows, the length of the product (with a standard width of 60 cm) increases. But for preschoolers such a sleeping place will be cramped. Therefore, upon reaching the age of 5-6 years, the child will have to update his bedroom furniture.

By purchasing an add-on crib model, you don’t have to worry about choosing a mattress. Orthopedic products from cribs to king size beds are sold in every mattress store. This option is not exotic, which cannot be said about a round mattress.

Features of a round crib for a newborn

75% of buyers prefer add-on cribs. That is why this type is in great demand. Round or hanging baby cradles look modern. They fit perfectly into the interior of a room prepared for a child, and the furniture can even be placed in the center of the room.

This option is more difficult to attach to a bed, but in a protected environment surrounded by soft plush sides, the child feels more comfortable. Such models are characterized by increased safety - there are no sharp corners.

Important! Scientists say that a baby’s calmness depends on the negativity accumulated in the room. Due to the absence of sharp corners in round or oval children's beds, negative energy does not linger.

When choosing this model of a crib, pay attention to its dimensions. The more functional you want a sleeping place, the more free space you will have to allocate for a round model. Moreover, such products are not equipped with drawers for children's things, so they are inferior in terms of capacity to classic add-on cots on wheels. If the living space is small, it is better to choose a more ergonomic option.

In addition, this model costs more than a regular one. Economy class options on the market are presented in a meager assortment. Therefore, this fact can be considered a disadvantage.

Product dimensions

The most comfortable is a round bed that turns into an oval one. Other models are designed for newborns only, but this one can be transformed. The standard dimensions of the furniture are 190x80 cm and are successfully combined with a chest of drawers.

Before providing your baby with a comfortable sleeping place, calculate how long you plan to purchase the bed for. If you need an option for newborns, focus on a cradle model with parameters of 90x45 cm, intended for children up to 6 months of age. If you need an option for several years, choose add-on cribs or transformable products.

For children under three years of age, choose options with dimensions of 120x60 or 120x65 cm. Such furniture is suitable for the first 3-4 years of a baby’s life and will provide the baby with a comfortable sleep.

Semicircular cribs look interesting. Their dimensions are 140x70 cm, and the child’s sleeping place will not have to be changed until he reaches school age.

There are a wide variety of variations on the theme of cribs for newborns on the market.

Hanging

In such a cradle the child feels protected. The baby can be rocked in a crib that repeats smooth movements, inside which it is comfortable and cozy, and the child feels calmer. This is a reliable assistant for mothers of restless children.

This option is practical at a considerable cost. After all, it will not last long - only a couple of months, until the child begins to be active in movements. For a baby who is already turning over, such a crib becomes unsafe, and it is better to replace it with a sleeping place framed by high sides.

Classic

Traditional crib models are made from environmentally friendly material - wood. They are equipped with the usual removable wheels and a special mechanism that regulates the height of the bottom. One of the disadvantages of cribs for newborns of this type is their short service life.

Pendulum

This option will be much more practical and safer than a rocking chair. It is easy to fall out of a rocking cradle, but a pendulum crib is equipped with a special locking mechanism that prevents the child from swinging on his own.

Such cribs are more expensive than regular ones, but the cost does not always justify the quality. Some manufacturers' mechanisms often break, they creak when rocking, and the toys stored in the lower drawers rattle and roll around. Therefore, before purchasing a crib model of this type, familiarize yourself with the company and its reliability.

Attached

A baby cot with a side is an excellent option for mothers who do not want to let the baby go far from them without affecting the child’s personal space. There are oval, round and rectangular models in shape. Like the rest, this sleeping place is short-lived. As the child grows older, the bed will have to be replaced with a suitable option for his height. If you are not limiting yourself on a budget and can easily purchase another model for an older baby, choose an add-on crib with the pros and cons of which you have already familiarized yourself.

Transformable beds

This model is suitable for a child aged 0 to 5 years. Their advantage in opportunity will change as the child grows. The design of a cradle transforms into a crib, playpen, sofa, table with armchairs. Thanks to the presence of wheels, the crib attached to the bed can be easily moved around the room.

A big advantage of transformable furniture is the adjustable bottom height. By lowering it completely, you can turn a regular crib into a playpen. Such models are equipped with removable parts. The front board can be easily removed or lowered so that the mother can easily get the baby out or change the bed linen.

What materials are used in the production of children's furniture?

A variety of materials are used for production: metal, wood, MDF. The main requirement is safety for the baby.

The best choice is a wooden crib made of birch, alder, maple, and pine. As for the latter, this is an economical option. Products made from solid pine are cheaper, but the wood is not hard and durable and quickly scratches, losing its aesthetic appearance.

Important! When choosing lacquered furniture for a children's room, the products should not emit a strong odor. Smelling product may be hazardous to health .

Parents in their reviews of baby cots do not recommend choosing glued cradles made of plywood or wood board. The presence of glue makes such products toxic, and therefore dangerous for a fragile tiny organism.

Subtleties of choosing a mattress

A review of baby cots would be incomplete if the issue of choosing a mattress for the cradle were not among the topics discussed. A sleeping place for a baby should be comfortable, provide security and sound sleep, and have orthopedic properties.

Sometimes cribs are sold with mattresses, but in most cases it must be selected separately.

The product requirements are universal and are as follows:

• Product rigidity, safety and environmental friendliness. The best option is a coconut fiber mattress in combination with holofiber or foam rubber. Such mattresses rarely deform, do not absorb moisture and create optimal rigidity, supporting the back of the baby in the correct position throughout the night.
• Dimensions. When choosing a mattress for a crib, pay attention to the compatibility of manufacturers. Furniture options vary. Therefore, take careful measurements and select the height of the mattress based on personal preferences.
• Mattress cover. Choose those product models that come in a cotton cover. Synthetic materials may cause rashes or irritation on your baby's skin.

Don’t forget to purchase additional accessories along with the mattress: a pillow and bumpers for decorating the walls of the crib.

Now you know the features of side-by-side cribs and how to choose the best of the best options.

Sound, healthy sleep is the main condition for the normal development of a child’s body. In order for the baby to grow and develop correctly, the sleeping place must be comfortable and cozy. An additional crib for a baby is the best option in a modern format that meets the criteria of safety and reliability.

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A practical choice for young parents who value their time and care about their child.

This model has a lamella size of 24 mm.

Bassinet - changing table 125x75

The round shape of the cradle for newborns (75x75) was chosen specifically to resemble the mother's tummy - it will be easier for the baby to adapt and fall asleep in the new world.

Therefore, the round crib is used immediately after discharge as a cradle (cradle).

As the child grows after 5-6 months, the round crib transforms into an oval one (125x75) and serves you for another 4 years. Buy it once and your baby is provided with a cozy place to sleep for 5 years to come!

Although the crib is inexpensive, it has a removable side wall that allows you to use it as a sofa, and with the help of wheels you can attach the crib to the parent's crib.

Incanto Mimi has three levels of mattress pad - you can easily choose the one you need as your child grows older.

The last position of the mattress pad turns an inexpensive crib for newborns into a playpen, where the baby will carry out activities, reliably protected from the outside world.

Slatted mattress pad for the necessary ventilation of the mattress and removal of odors - freshness is very important for growing children!

The gap between the rods of the side walls according to GOST is 7 cm. A 50x75 cm table with two comfortable chairs is very practical to use for changing and various games. In the future, simply transform the structure into an oval bed and nothing more - value your time and space in your home!

The bed is polished and painted with food-safe paint and additionally coated with hypoallergenic varnish - parents don’t have to worry about teething and children’s desire to taste everything, now it’s absolutely safe.

Transformations (7 in 1):
round crib for newborns 75x75 cm
oval transformable crib 125x75 cm
playpen 125x75cm
children's sofa
side cot
changing table 50x75cm
two chairs for the table

The pendulum mechanism ensures that your baby falls asleep peacefully (it can be purchased separately)
Transverse swing, silent movement, reliable fastening elements - this means safety and easy putting the child to bed.
Bed size: 75x75cm and 125x75cm, dimensions: 84x84cm and 134x84cm.

For round and oval cribs, the following mattresses are required: round 75x75 and oval 125x75 (purchased separately)

Bed linen sets consisting of a pillow, duvet cover, blanket, pillowcase, sheet and soft bumpers (available in different colors and patterns) are purchased separately.

The crib comes in three colors: white, ivory, wenge (dark).

New, in a sealed box from the manufacturer and with a 1 year warranty.

Available in different colors (white, ivory, wenge), mattresses (round and oval) and bedding sets.

Not all young parents yet have an additional crib, but many mothers are thinking about buying a modern device. Give up stereotypes, replace the traditional crib with an additional one. Comfort for the newborn and parents will increase, adults will be less tired at night from going to the crib and back, the baby will feel the closeness of the parents, but will not disturb them.

Find out more about the original sleeping place for babies, study the benefits, opinions about popular brands. Use new products that create maximum comfort for the baby and parents.

general information

The add-on crib appeared in America and quickly received the approval of mothers and pediatricians. Now models for comfortable sleep for babies and parents are popular in various countries.

Russian mothers have already managed to appreciate the advantages of original products. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to quickly find an additional sleeping place for a newborn. Often, products have to be ordered from websites in Germany, Italy, and Ukraine, but the costs are worth it.

Peculiarities:

• the crib is located next to the parents' sleeping area;
• the product resembles a traditional baby bed, but without a front side;
• looking at the photo, it is easy to notice that the baby is next to the mother, but at the same time, as if “separately”;
• Mommy can feed the baby, stroke it, calm it down at any time;
• the original product is suitable for a bedroom of any size - from a small room in a Khrushchev building to a spacious room in a country house;
• The size and shape of the attached models range from rectangular to hemispherical, the size is designed for sleeping of a newborn and older children. Parents can easily select the appropriate model;
• the walls are protected with a soft coating so that the baby does not injure his head, arm or leg;
• The baby cot is firmly attached to the parent's bed. The child will not slide into the space between adjacent beds: there is simply no empty space;
• many models can be transformed into a playpen, a table, or a playground for quiet games.

Advantages

Ten “pros” in favor of buying an additional crib:

• babies sleep next to their mother, feel warmth and closeness, but do not disturb each other;
• Dad doesn’t feel lonely on the sofa, where he often moves after the baby is born if Mommy insists on sleeping together with the newborn. A good relationship with your husband is no less important than communicating with the baby and caring for the baby;
• The mother controls the baby's breathing and sleep. When apnea occurs - a sudden holding of breath, the woman will quickly pay attention to this and provide assistance;
• there is no need to get up and down to the crib when the baby is crying in order to feed the awakened baby;
• The device is indispensable for mothers who have had a difficult birth or a caesarean section. They should not strain or carry heavy objects for a certain period of time. With an attached crib, the load on the body is reduced: for feeding, it is enough to move the baby without lifting him in your arms;
• It’s easy to calm a woken up child: the child is at arm’s length. It is enough to pet the baby so that the baby calms down;
• tragic cases are excluded when mom or dad accidentally crushed a tiny body while sleeping together;
• The risk of whims when weaning a child from co-sleeping is minimized. The baby is nearby, but in his sleeping place. As you grow older, you just need to raise the sides, which many models have, to create a distinction between the sleeping places of children and parents;
• Some models have completely soft walls, easily fold, and turn into a bag. You can take an unusual sleeping place with you if you are visiting with your baby for several days;
• Many models cost not much more than traditional toddler beds. There are many products at affordable prices. Even more expensive models justify their cost: young mothers and fathers quickly realize that they have purchased a useful item not only for the baby, but also for them.

Review of popular brands and models

The market for goods for young children offers models of different prices and shapes. It’s easy to find an additional crib made of natural wood - birch, pine, ash. There are products with soft sides of rectangular and hemispherical shapes. Some models for older children resemble a fairy-tale palace.

Elephants

Characteristic:

• country of origin – Russia;
• product material – Siberian birch;
• the baby bed is suitable for sleeping in the first 6–9 months of life: product size – 90x60 cm;
• the manufacturer offers comfortable sides made of soft material: parents will gradually be able to move the child away from the parents’ sleeping place;
• The price is affordable - from 5000 rubles.

FabiMax

Characteristic:

• the well-known French company offers an excellent model Fabimax PRO;
• feature - stepless, smooth movement, ensuring maximum accuracy of attachment to the parents' sleeping place;
• a patented latch system ensures convenient installation of an additional wall;
• height can be changed: 33–50 cm depending on the characteristics of the parents’ bed;
• the model has a folding edge that increases the size of the bed by 15 cm;
• base material – birch, coating color – white;
• soft padded sides are provided to protect the tiny body from damage;
• For the baby's comfort, a foam mattress plus a removable cover is offered;
• with a closed wall, the size of the bed is 90x40cm;
• The set includes a fourth wall, which turns the product into a traditional bed for a baby;
• The cost of the model is from 13,000 rubles.

Sleep well

Characteristic:

• co-production between Russia and the USA;
• original design model, several design options;
• the product is made of ash, beech or pine;
• type of sleeping place can be used from birth to two or three years: bed size – 120x60 cm;
• the cost of models is from 12,800 rubles.

Chicco

Characteristic:

• the famous Italian manufacturer of children's products offers parents the Next2Me add-on crib;
• lightweight frame is easy to mount and fold;
• the soft upholstery is easy to remove for cleaning or washing;
• When purchasing, parents receive a high-quality stuffed mattress plus a carrying bag;
• The product is suitable for children weighing up to 9 kg;
• to make it, the bottom can be installed obliquely;
• there are two comfortable legs plus wheels with brakes;
• the universal model can be easily combined with any type of parent berth: 6-phase adjustment is provided;
• sleeping place size – 95.5x60x15 cm;
• product weight – 9.5 kg;
• cost - from 12,000 rubles.

Comfortbaby

Characteristic:

• quality goods from Russia;
• shape – rectangular, one side without a side;
• suitable for installation on various types of parent beds;
• a special device allows you to securely fasten the add-on crib;
• the original product is transformed into a comfortable sofa and cradle;
• color: natural wood/snow white;
• You can order a model with a complete set: mattress + soft upholstery + bed linen + canopy.

Malusha S 751 (Mozhga)

Characteristic:

• manufacturer - Krasnaya Zvezda factory, Russia;
• material – birch, color – white or ivory;
• the model has 4 wheels, there are locks, a rotation function;
• height adjustment;
• bed size – 90x45 cm;
• the product is easy to assemble/disassemble;
• the original crib for a newborn Malouche quickly transforms into a table;
• when disassembled, it easily fits into the car;
• cost – from 4200 rubles.

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Lelya – Katrusya

Characteristic:

• country of origin – Ukraine;
• sleeping place size – 80x40 cm;
• material – wood (natural beech);
• shape – rectangular;
• solid bottom, natural color;
• The set includes a three-layer mattress (sintepon plus cotton calico, a protective layer against drafts (1 layer of synthetic padding plus cotton calico), a side;
• the model is easy to disassemble and assemble;
• transformation into a sofa or table;
• suitable for babies up to 6 months;
• crib weight – 9.65 kg, lattice side weighs 1.55 kg;
• acceptable cost – 6000–6500 rubles.

How to make a side crib with your own hands

Many parents do this simply:

• remove the front side;
• adjust the height to the required parameters;
• move the modified crib to the parent's bed;
• the side crib is ready.

If dad (grandfather) knows how to craft, he can make a useful device for comfortable sleep with his own hands. Choose a model from a catalog on the Internet or come up with your own version.

Important! Use natural wood and non-toxic coating: older babies often chew on the bars while teething. The easiest to process are oak, pine, and birch. Choose high quality bars.

To make a homemade crib you will need:

• mattress tray;
• frame made of polished rods and beams;
• jigsaw and ordinary household tools;
• soft panels plus stuffed mattress;
• Looking at the drawing, it’s easy for a home craftsman to understand how to make an extension crib with his own hands.

• avoid large cracks and holes so that the baby’s head does not get stuck;
• sand the surface thoroughly;
• avoid sharp corners so that the child does not get hurt;
• make high sides, like a traditional children's bed, so that the baby does not fall out;
• consider the height of the legs: they should coincide with the height of the support of the parent’s bed;
• Before you start making a side crib with your own hands, think about whether you will need a fourth side later. If the answer is yes, consider a method for attaching the lattice wall.

Complete the model with a three-layer mattress, with delicate, soft bedding, surround the beams with padded removable sides, and the baby will be happy with his cozy “nest.”

Your family will soon have a baby, and you are wondering how best to arrange a sleeping place for the baby? Do you doubt whether it is worth buying a baby cradle or is it better to immediately choose a good and comfortable crib? This article will help you make an informed decision.

Buy a crib or cradle. Why are cribs for newborns bought more often than cradles?

The stores sell both cribs and cradles. However, most often parents decide to buy a bed. And there are at least two reasons for this.

1) The crib is more familiar: most of my friends bought a crib for their children.

2) The crib is more practical: the baby will be comfortable in the cradle for the first few months, and then you will still have to order a crib for newborns.

Why do small children sleep poorly in their crib and often wake up at night?

Many do not see the fundamental difference between a cradle and a crib, believing that for a newborn it makes no difference where to sleep. In fact there is a difference. Let's give a simple example...

If your acquaintances, friends or work colleagues have small children, you have probably heard about how babies do not like to sleep in a crib, that at night they most often wake up and cry until mom and dad take them to them. And it's not difficult to explain.

Being in the mother's tummy, the baby gets used to the cramped space. In his mother's womb he always felt safe, warm and comfortable. Now imagine how scary it is for a baby who has just been born to be left alone for the whole night in a huge crib! You should gradually accustom your baby to free space, and a compact cradle is ideal for this.

In a word, if you want to know what is better to buy for a newborn - a bed or a cradle, the answer is clear - a cradle.

And if you think that buying both a cradle and a crib is too expensive, pay attention to modern models of transformable cribs. These products have a modular design and will “grow” with your baby, easily transforming from a cradle to a spacious crib.