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

By CDuncan-Norrell

Ikea's Mattress Protector

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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!

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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.