Bassinet
Portable bed designed for the first few months after delivery. The ideal bassinet has a firm, well-fitted mattress, with no more than one inch of space between the mattress and the sides. Look for solid construction and a sturdy stand that can withstand an accidental bump.
Crib
A good crib should accommodate the baby until he is old enough to sleep in his own bed. According to current regulations, the ideal crib has slats spaces no more than 6 cm apart. The top rail should be at least 23 cm high when lowered, and 66 cm high when raised above the lowest point of the mattress. There should be no more than 2.5 cm between the mattress and the sides of the crib. Check that your crib meets these and any updated regulations, especially if the crib is a firmly heirloom.
Crib bumpers can be installed to prevent the baby from banging his/her head on the slats. If you install crib bumpers, the ties should be short, firmly knotted, and facing the outside of the crib.
Parent's Bed
Many parents opt to sleep with the baby in their bed. This is acceptable if you have a firm mattress; soft mattresses have been linked to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Before placing the baby in your bed, clear any pillows, heavy quilts, and large blankets from the sleeping area. Provide a light blanket for the baby. The safest configuration has the baby between both parents, who function as guard rails. A body pillow is not a substitute for a second parent; the bed must be clear of such bedding.
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