How to Set Up a Crib So You Can Get More Sleep!

By CDuncan-Norrell

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I am going to help you get more sleep by not having to ever change out the baby's bed in the middle of the night!

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Crib Mattress Pad
  • 3 Crib-size Sheet Protectors
  • 4 jersey (stretch-y) crib sheets
  • 1 Sleepy Baby
Step1
Start with nothing in the crib but the mattress. No bumper pads, nothing.
Step2
Put the mattress pad on the mattress.
Step3
Put a sheet over the mattress pad.
Step4
Layer a mattress-sized sheet protector on top of sheet.
Step5
Place another sheet over protector.
Step6
StockCraft Angelina Crib Continue to layer protectors over each sheet. I layered enough for 4 changes.
Step7
Replace bumper pads.
Step8
Place baby in crib.
Step9
If spit-ups or diaper leaks happen in the middle of the night (and they will) simply remove, clean-up and comfort baby. Pull off top sheet and protector. Replace hopefully sleepy baby. This should make it possible to go at least 2 days without changing out the whole crib!

Tips & Warnings

  • I used Carter's sheet protectors. I am not sure if they still make them, but Ikea has a very nice one that can be cut to size. Mine lasted through 3 kids and 1 grandchild. They are still in good shape. The jersey sheet helps to keep the baby from getting too hot.
  • You will need them when the toddler starts sleeping in 'big-kid' underwear!
  • Always make sure the sheet is securely on the bed.
  • Never put a baby directly on the protector. It may be too hot, and if the protector is not secured under the mattress, the baby may cover it's face with it.
  • Always follow manufacturer's labels regarding washing and care.

Photo/Video Credit

StorkCraft Crib at become.com. Ikea Krama Mattress Protector at Ikea.com

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JasneJ

JasneJ said

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on 7/25/2008 This is absolute genius for us! I know someone who will love this idea.

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