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Our Picks for Transitional Cribs
...Crafted in Europe, the Sparrow Crib by Oeuf is made of birch with a nontoxic finish. Available in 3... colors with a 3-position mattress support, this crib is JPMA certified. It converts to a toddler bed... Furniture line, but this crib also features no moving parts and has a 3-position mattress platform...
7 Tips on How to Buy and Assemble a Crib
...Buy a new crib. A family heirloom has sentimental value, but it's not safe. And even your neighbor...'s 5-year-old crib may not be safe if it has missing or worn hardware, or outdated construction.... Millions of cribs have been recalled, especially the drop-side style that was so popular in the last decade...
Cheap and Chic Nursery Picks
Think you've got to spend big bucks -- and shop at tony design stores -- to get a chic nursery? So did we -- until we checked out our local big-box retailer, Wal-Mart, and saw these gorgeous, mod buys from Wal-Mart. Our favorite part? Nothing here costs more than $300 (including the cribs).
Real-Life Nurseries
Need a little inspiration? Design-savvy parents share their nursery decorating tips. Here are our top picks.
Essential Gear for Baby's First Six Weeks
Babies don't really need a lot of gear the first few weeks at home. Despite the temptation to buy all the wonderful baby clothes and gadgets available, a few basics are all you and your baby need.
Baby Products We Can't Live Without
You asked, we answered. We had real moms tell us which baby gear really got them through those first few roller-coaster months -- behold the 13 lifesavers you need to register for.
The Safe Nursery
Many hazards aren't obvious. Read on to make sure you don't miss a thing.
5 Safe and Stylish Travel Cribs
...-style carrier ($120; lillebaby.com). Phil & Teds' T2 Travel Cot is a nifty little pop-up crib and also... an outdoor playpen with a UV shade cover ($150; philandteds.com). An instant lightweight crib! BTVco's AirCrib...; korbie.com). Baby Bjorn's Travel Crib Light unfolds in less than a minute, is machine washable...
Our Ultimate Stroller Guide
Feeling overwhelmed by the number of stroller-buying options out there? Our top-notch guide will help you narrow your search.
The Top 10 Sleep Mistakes Parents Make
Having difficulty getting your little one to nap or to snooze through the night? Check out some of the most common sleepy-time missteps and how to avoid them.
Your Preparing for Baby Checklist
Few women who've done it would say that giving birth is easy. But preparing the way helps. Here are some last-minute tips to get ready for your big day.
Gender Prediction Quiz
Are you pregnant and wondering if you are having a girl or a boy? Take this gender prediction quiz that predicts the gender of your baby!
Color in the Nursery
Love color but don't know how to use it? We've got 7 easy ways to incorporate vibrant shades into your kid's room.
Cribs & Crib Bedding: Nursery Resources
...AFG Furniture
Cribs & cradles
323-725-7767
www.afgbabyfurniture.com
Alta Baby, Inc.
www....altababyweb.com
Angel Line
Cribs & cradles
856-678-6300
www.angelline.com
Baby's Dream
800-835-2742
www....babysdream.com
Bassett Baby
Cribs
276-629-6000
www.bassettbaby.com
Bebeform
Cribs
239-732-6611
www...
Make Room for Baby
Time to decorate the nursery! All it takes is creativity, or, if you'd rather, some crafty copying. Four home-design bloggers, all new moms, let us peek inside their drool-worthy but affordable hideaways. Hello, inspiration!
Create-a-Baby-Name Quiz
Girl and Boy name suggestions, take our quiz and find the names for your newest family member.
Inside the Ultimate Nursery
What do you get when you combine the latest in nursery safety know-how, essential products for parents and baby, and gorgeous, contemporary nursery decor? It's the Ultimate Nursery, as featured in American Baby and Kids' Rooms, Etc. magazines.
