Directions for Attaching Breathable Crib Bumpers

Breathable crib bumpers fit through slotted bars on most cribs.

Breathable crib bumpers are bumpers made of mesh or another thin fabric that allows air to flow through the bumper, helping babies breath easier in their crib while keeping them safe from becoming stuck in between crib bars or slots. Breathable bumpers are made to fit cribs that have solid backs, slotted bars, or solid ends (or any combination). You can attach your breathable crib bumper in just a few minutes.

Things You'll Need

• Crib
• Breathable crib bumper

Instructions

1. Remove the two separate pieces of bumper out of the bag or box. The two pieces might be different in size, depending on the retailer.

2. Attach the bigger of the two pieces of the bumper to one of the crib's back corners (the size might not be relevant to some cribs, like cribs with solid side walls). Wrap the bumper around the corner and securely attach the ends together by fastening the pieces together (the bumper will include fastening materials).

3. Weave the bumper in and out of the crib slots along the mattress. Start from the back corner and continue along the side (if the side wall is slotted). Continue to weave the bumper in and out of each slot on the front of the crib. You might want to have two people do this ensure tightness between the bumper and crib slots.

4. Attach the smaller piece of the bumper to the remaining slots. If you have a have a crib with a solid back, weave the bumper around the outside of the crib's back wall, and weave back in at the next slot on the other side of the back wall.

5. Check to make sure the bumper is completely attached and secured tightly. Make sure there are no loose strings that the baby can reach, and make sure there are no other loose ends or other potentially dangerous materials within reach of the baby.

Tips & Warnings

• The bumper might need to be adjusted occasionally. Be sure to check regularly that the bumper is attached securely.

• Always read safety instructions on baby products. It is important to make sure that product safety guidelines are followed at all times.

References

• Epinions: Breathable Baby Bumper Information and Testimonials
• Safer Kids and Homes: Breathable Baby Bumper Information and Ordering