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Most Recommended Cribs

A crib is one of the most expensive purchases you'll make for your nursery. There are a variety of options available for you to choose from an ultra-modern crib with a minimalist design or one that can be converted into a daybed or a toddler bed.

Before you buy, look for these important aspects:

1. Stokke Sleepi Bed

Of all the baby items parents think about for their new babies, the crib is one of the most important. It is the place where your child will sleep so it must be functional and beautiful and, most importantly, safe and relaxing. Convertible cribs are ideal because they grow with your baby from their earliest years until the time they move to the big kid bed. This will aid in sleep transitions and ensure that your child has a safe, comfortable sleeping space throughout their childhood.

Stokke Sleepi Beds are distinctive cribs that can grow with your child. It features a stunning curve that is reminiscent of the womb. The mattress is breathable to allow maximum air circulation and comes with an easy-to-clean cover that is hypoallergenic.

The crib is also sustainably produced and complies with all British and European safety standards. It's a little more expensive than co-sleeper cots and small cot beds cots but it has the advantage of growing with your child until five years old, provided you buy the Junior Extension Kit at the same time.

Stokke Sleepi Beds are lockable swivel casters that allow them to move in and out of the room. It also features an adjustable bed base that can be adjusted in height. It comes with four different levels of mattress.

The Stokke Sleepi Bed is also very simple to set up and took only 45 minutes for our testers to assemble it by themselves. It comes with simple instructions that will give confidence in its quality and durability. The only downside is that the Stokke Sleepi Bed doesn't come with a mattress. So you'll need to buy one separately (which could be costly) but it's worth it because it's one of the best rated cribs cribs for your baby.

2. Babies & Co

The company offers a broad range of baby products, including cribs and strollers and also infant car seats, play yards and nursery furniture. The brand is dedicated to providing parents with safe and innovative products that meet international standards. The products are made of premium materials, free of pesticides and chemicals. They also have gender neutral styles that are suitable for both girls and boys.

Snoo is another of their products that was designed to help babies sleep better and longer. It has many features that mimic the sounds and movements of the womb, and it can even track the baby's sleeping habits.

Buybuy BABY not only provides a wide selection of cribs, but also detailed reviews, ratings and buying tips for essential baby gear. Their experts simplify parenting and provide parents with unbiased recommendations to help them shop with confidence.

3. Babyletto Hudson

Babyletto is a playful, modern design with sustainable and safe materials in their range of nursery furniture. The Hudson is an excellent option for anyone looking to create a sleek and contemporary look at an affordable price. Additionally, this crib expands with your babe from infant to toddler, and can be transformed into a three-in-one convertible crib, daybed and toddler bed with a conversion kit included.

We love that this crib is made of non-toxic, sustainable wood screened for harmful chemicals and is backed by GREENGUARD GOLD certification. It is also FSC-certified meaning that it was sourced from forests that were managed to ensure economic, environmental and social benefits.

All Babyletto cribs have been thoroughly tested and are in compliance with (and often surpass) all safety standards set by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association and Consumer Product Safety Commission. This includes making sure that the slats are spaced no wider than two and three-eighths of an inch so your babe can't be trapped between them. We also suggest that you select a crib that's JPMA-certified and register it immediately to ensure that should there any recalls in the future, you'll be notified of an immediate replacement or warning.

Combine this crib with the Hudson Nightstand to keep the essentials for your baby easily accessible. It's constructed from the same durable wood, but it has angular feet and a sleek design. It's also GREENGUARD Gold-certified, which means it has been tested for 10,000 chemicals, VOCs, and other pollutants that pollute indoors.

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4. Babyletto Hudson Convertible Crib

The Hudson crib features timeless mid-century styling with flared tapered feet. It's elegant and fun. It's designed for your child's growth and includes the conversion kit that enables it to seamlessly transition from the midi bed to a daybed or toddler bed. It also holds Greenguard Gold certification for indoor air quality and uses sustainably-sourced New Zealand pine.

In our crib tests we found the Hudson to be a very solid crib with well-formed corners, and a tight spacing between slats (less than 2.4" wide) which will lower the risk of SIDS, entrapment, or strangulation. The design is simple and can be a perfect match for any nursery decor. The color options are also in line with the furniture in your room.

Another great aspect about this crib is that it is easy to put together. It scored 9 out of 10 on our crib assembly test. This test measures the time it takes to lay out the pieces and then assemble them in addition to the clarity, accuracy and clearness of the instructions, and whether the appropriate hardware is included.

It is crucial that the mattress's height of the convertible crib can be adjusted to fit your baby's growing. This will ensure that they are comfortable and you don't need to purchase a new mattress once they start to sit up. This feature is available on many cribs beds but is more common in premium and luxury models. We suggest looking for a model with this feature when you are shopping for a crib as it will be beneficial throughout your baby's entire sleeping journey.

5. Dream On Me Ashton 5-in-1

The Dream On Me Ashton 5 in 1 is a fashionable crib with many useful features. This convertible crib is JPMA Certified to meet and surpass all ASTM & CPSC safety standards and is available in a variety of colors so that you can match it to virtually any nursery theme.

This crib comes with a stationary rail design that ensures the highest levels of security and comes with three mattress heights to accommodate your growing baby. It is constructed from robust recycled New Zealand pinewood and comes with a range of finishes options to fit the decor of your room.

The Dream On Me Ashton is transformable into a toddler's bed (toddler guardrails and full-size rails are sold separately) as well as a daybed or even a full bed (full sized bed frame and mattress are not included). It has been thoroughly tested for lead and harmful elements.

The Dream On Me Ashton Convertible 5-in-1 Crib can be purchased for $130 based on the location you purchase it and what finish you select. This is a great price for a crib that scores highly in safety, and has a variety of convertibility options and can be used through your child's adult years.