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

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!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Crib Mattress Pad
• 3 Crib-size Sheet Protectors
• 4 jersey (stretch-y) crib sheets
• 1 Sleepy Baby

1. Start with nothing in the crib but the mattress. No bumper pads, nothing.

2. Put the mattress pad on the mattress.

3. Put a sheet over the mattress pad.

4. Layer a mattress-sized sheet protector on top of sheet.

5. Place another sheet over protector.

6. 
    
   StockCraft Angelina Crib

   Continue to layer protectors over each sheet. I layered enough for 4 changes.

7. Replace bumper pads.

8. Place baby in crib.

9. 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.

[JasneJ]

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