How to Pick the Right Pack 'n Play for Your Baby
Parents want to always select the best items for their baby. When selecting a baby Pack 'n Play, which is a portable baby play pen, there are a few considerations such as costs and safety that parents look at. Picking the right Pack 'n Play puts a parent's mind at ease.
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Set a maximum price for the Pack n' Play. The first consideration is always the cost because it eliminates anything that is too expensive and this prevents you from looking out of a price range.
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Look at the available features that come with the Pack n' Play. Features will differ based on different needs and considerations. Features include items like changing tables or bassinets. Standard Pack 'n Plays include the mattress and the main closed in play yard.
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Avoid buying used Pack n' Plays. If it is unavoidable, look at the date and select one that is built after 2000 to prevent safety issues. The date is labeled either on the bottom of the Pack n' Play or on the tag, depending on the specific brand and model. Always make sure all of the pieces in a used Pack n' Play come from the same Pack n' Play and fit together correctly.
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Look at the size of mesh holes. According to March of Dimes, Pack n' Plays with mesh holes that are quarter-inch or larger can catch a baby's finger and the baby can get stuck. Use a measuring tape if you are unsure about the mesh size.
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Tips & Warnings
Look for durable models. Choose models that are long lasting, such as ones with changing tables and bassinets, which will prevent you having to buy another one later, if the first option breaks.
Consider the ease of putting it together. Graco Pack 'n Plays are often considered easy to put together, sturdy and long lasting.
Watch out for Pack 'n Plays that have rips, tears or damage of any kind when buying a used play pen. These can lead to collapsing.
Never put more than one baby in a Pack 'n Play designed for one baby. This can result in damage due to the weight, collapsing, falling or breaking.
Always put pressure on the latches until it clicks. If it does not click, the latch has not been properly positioned and the Pack n' Play can fall in on the baby.
Supervise the baby while in the Pack 'n Play.
References
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