Parents eagerly awaiting the arrival of their newborn will have a list as long as their arm of all the things to buy before their little one's debut. Many of these things aren't necessities, just preferred things to have. But one thing that can not be overlooked is your newborn's sleeping option. Read on for the perfect choice, which may be the best cradle for your newborn.
There are several different sleeping options for babies, including cribs, bassinets, and co-sleepers, but today we look at the best cradle for babies. But first, some information about cradles.
What is a Baby Cradle?
Generally more significant than a bassinet yet smaller than a crib. A cradle is essentially any baby sleeping unit with feet that curve upwards and gently allow the bed to move from side to side.
The cradle may be suspended from a fixed frame enabling the crib to swing. Modern variations usually have tiny fold-up legs that improve the cradle to the floor to prevent rocking movement when extended.
So what is the intention of a baby cradle? After being in the mother's womb for nine months, a newborn will undoubtedly be used to the mother's motion.
Therefore a bed that can rock from side to side may help soothe a baby's sleep and stop them from crying, as the rocking motion helps calm the baby.
In this respect, cradles are generally thought to be a good option for newborn babies or napping and are not usually intended as a long-term sleeping product.
Types of Baby Cradles
Cradles generally fall into two types: traditional and modern. Traditional ones are usually made of wood and feature high sides with the baby placed lower to the floor. Some have an antique look, and others are more contemporary.
On the other hand, Modern cradles may feature a frame made from metal and have fabric or mesh sides. The baby is generally placed higher up than traditional cradles for ease or taking out and putting in the baby.
There is also a relatively new type of powered cradle that features a motor for providing continuous movement of the cradle. This is a good choice for babies who need constant training to soothe their sleep and suitable for caregivers who can't spend half the night rocking it. Reviews from parents, however, are mixed for this type of cradle.
How to Choose the Proper Baby Cradle?
As long as it is safe and meets all current regulations, there is no right or wrong answer when it comes to which is the best cradle to choose for your baby, there are pros and cons for all baby sleeping products, and it mostly comes down to which is best suited to your needs.
Choose a cradle that is sturdy and won't easily tip over. Naturally, any item intended to rock side to side is less stable than fixed furniture, but a modern cradle has been designed to avoid this, and it shouldn't put you off from purchasing a cradle.
As a parent, it can give a joyous feeling to sit next to your baby's cradle and gently rock them to sleep. Opt for breathability and always choose a cradle that comes with a mattress.
It's also advisable never to leave your baby unattended in a cradle in motion. That's why it's essential to choose a cradle that also has the option to lock the feet, which you can do after your baby has fallen asleep. And this leads us to our next question, which is the best cradle for your baby?
Best Cradle for Babies
At Besrey, we have no shortage of experience regarding the sleep needs of little ones and newborns. With this knowledge and understanding of developing baby and toddler products, we present the Besrey baby cradle to you.
The Besrey baby cradle is sort of like a hybrid of a bassinet and a cradle and thus gives you the best of both types for your baby and offers three different sleeping modes for a high level of versatility.
This lockable bassinet meets or exceeds the test criteria set by the American Society of Testing and Materials and the Consumer Product Safety Commission. This is important because this baby cradle complies with all product safety laws and regulations for use in American homes.
The Besrey baby crib is suitable for babies 0-5 months, so it is the perfect sleeping product when your little one enters this world. And can cozily accompany their development until they reach about five months, by which point they will be ready to move on to something bigger.
What Are Some of the Benefits of the Besrey Baby Cradle?
- Three sleeping modes; cradle, bassinet, and bedside sleeper
- Two adjustable height positions
- Durable steel frame that extends outwards to prevent tipping
- Mesh sides for excellent visibility and airflow
- Soft cotton-covered mattress
- Detachable mosquito net
- Large underneath storage basket
- Weighs a mere 12.4 lbs and is foldable for easy moving and storing
In addition to the above benefits, the Besrey Baby Cradle takes just a few minutes to assemble and is quick and easy to fold and expand, making it convenient to store and move from room to room around your home.
Where to Buy a Baby Cradle?
The Besrey baby cradle is available now to buy on our website.
Safety Tips for Using a Cradle
It's always essential for any baby or toddler to follow proper safety advice for using a sleeping product and safe-sleep guidelines. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) does not recommend any baby/toddler sleeping product over the other, but they do have some policies on their use.
The AAP recommendations are:
- There is nothing loose in the sleeping area, including bedding, stuffed animals, or the infant's clothing.
- Always lay the baby down to sleep in their crib or bassinet on their backs, never face-down or sideways.
- Do not use sleep positioners or any other type of sleeping aide.
- There is no bed-sharing or holding the baby sleeping in different positions, such as in a chair.
- No crib bumpers.
- Room-share with the baby until at least six months of age.
Conclusion
As we mentioned above, when buying a sleeping product for your baby, there is no right or wrong answer as to what is best for your baby to sleep in. The most important thing is that it's safe. The best thing is to buy new to be confident of using a safe product.
Be wary of second-hand or hand-me-down cradles, as they may not meet modern safety requirements. Always purchase a cradle or crib with a mattress, and do not add additional bedding.
If you have a good and safe sleeping product for your baby and follow the safe-sleep guidelines provided by the AAP, you can be sure as a parent that you are doing an excellent job in providing a safe sleep environment for your little one.
