The Crib Search

Hubs and I spent a couple weekends ago looking at, talking about, and researching cribs. Hubs had a very hands-on approach. He shook the cribs with all his might to see just how much they could withstand. I focused on the sturdiness, look, and then ultimately Consumer Reports and User ratings.

Just last night, we were discussing the crib again. We came to the realization that a convertible crib (crib/toddler bed/full-size bed) may not be the best option for us. Our bedrooms are a little on the smaller side. A full-size bed in one of them is not going to leave much room for play. So with that being said, we thought we had made a decision, but now we do not think we have!

Here is what we have narrowed it down to:

1. JC Penney- JC Penney has their own line of cribs. We know many people who have used and loved Penney cribs. We have seen them, placed sleeping babies inside of them, and picked up screaming babies out of them :-). We are very impressed with the quality. The ratings online are very good, especially in terms of safety and quality. The only negative press I have read indicate that shipping can cause issues. I am comfortable with that being the only problem, as long as we order well in advance.

These are the two Penney cribs we are considering.








This is the Grayson model. This converts to a toddler daybed, as well as a full-size headboard and footboard.






Here is the Bella model. This converts only to a toddler daybed.







Now, the final crib we have narrowed down is from Babies R US. It is a Babi Italia, Pinehurst Collection. This crib is rated number two on the Consumer Reports convertible cribs ratings! It converts to a toddler daybed and a full-size headboard/footboard.




We still have plenty of time to make our decision. Any feedback from my readers??