Round Cribs

Cribs were, for many years, without question, rectangular in shape. However, round cribs have become extremely popular in recent years. For the first few years, round cribs were the baby beds of the rich and famous, because they were quite expensive. Today, however, as round cribs have become more popular, they have also become more affordable.

Most of us think of round cribs as simply a nursery design choice. However, proponents of round baby cribs insist that there are actually many health benefits to providing a round crib for your infant. Following are the reasons that round cribs are thought to be healthier.

• Round cribs are 45 inches wide so babies can turn the way they inherently grow in utero.
• Round cribs have 360 degrees of optical stimulation.
• Round cribs prevent babies from climbing.
• Because round cribs are not placed against a wall, the baby receives better air flow. The baby is less likely to get too hot, which is thought to help prevent SIDS.
• Mobiles hang from the center dome of the round crib, providing better stimulation and less likelihood of the baby pulling the mobile down.
• Since round cribs have no corners, they are safer for babies as they begin to pull up. If a baby falls down in their crib, there are no corners on which the babies could get injured.
• Round cribs allow babies to use more neck muscles, stimulating motor neuron growth and networking density in the brain.
• A round crib allows a baby to sleep in the spread eagle position. This is thought to improve digestion, helping babies sleep longer and more soundly.

So, as you can see, in addition to the lovely statement a round crib can make in your nursery, it’s also a practical choice for your baby.

Many round cribs come equipped with a canopy. These canopied cribs are stunning and give your nursery a very elegant appeal. You can choose a fabric that coordinates with your bedding for your canopy, or simply use ethereal white tulle. However, if you choose to put a canopy over your round crib, there are a few things to remember for safety.

Keep the canopy out of the bed to prevent it smothering the infant. As your child gets older and is able to stand up in bed you must keep the canopy away from little hands, as it can become a choking hazard. Finally, more than one little Tarzan toddler has attempted to climb or swing out of the crib using the round canopy as a rope.

A round crib is a beautiful addition to any nursery. Shop around to find the round crib that fits your style and your budget. You’ll have a beautiful furnishing that will give your nursery special appeal.