Most recommended cribs (try these out)

A crib is one of the most expensive purchases you'll make for your nursery. There are a variety of options available whether you're looking for an elegant crib with a minimalist design or one that can be converted into a daybed or a toddler bed.

Before you buy, check for these features:

1. Stokke Sleepi Bed

Of all the baby equipment parents look at when they are considering their new baby The crib is among of the most important. It is where your child will be sleeping so it should be functional and beautiful and, most importantly, safe and relaxing. Convertible cribs are great because they grow with your baby from their earliest days until they transition to the big kid bed. This will ease sleep transitions and ensure that your child is comfortable and secure in their sleeping area throughout their entire childhood.

The Stokke Sleepi Bed is a unique 4-in-1 crib that grows with your child. It features a stunning, curved design reminiscent of the womb. The mattress is hypoallergenic and hypoallergenic with a washable cover to ensure maximum airflow.

The crib is also constructed sustainably and meets all British and European safety regulations. It's a little more expensive than co-sleeper cribs and small cots but it has the advantage of advancing with your child until five years old, provided you purchase the Junior Extension Kit at the same time.

Stokke Sleepi Beds come with locking swivel casters with lockable swivels that make them easy to move into and out of the room. It also comes with a height-adjustable bed base with four different levels of mattress.

The Stokke Sleepi Bed is also very easy to set up and took only 45 minutes for our tester to put it together by themselves. It also comes with simple instructions that will allow you to be confident in its durability and high-quality. The Stokke Sleepi Bed does not include mattresses. You'll have to buy one separately.

2. Babies & Co

The company offers a wide range of baby items, including cribs, strollers, baby car seats, play yards, and nursery furniture. The brand is committed to providing parents with innovative and safe products that meet international standards. Their products are constructed with high-quality materials that are free of pesticides and chemicals. They also have gender neutral designs that are perfect for both boys and girls.

Snoo is another product designed by the company to help babies sleep better and for longer. It mimics the sounds and movements of the womb and tracks a baby’s sleep habits.

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3. Babyletto Hudson

Babyletto is a playful, modern design with sustainable and safe materials in their line of furniture for nursery. The Hudson is a fantastic option for those looking to create a sleek and contemporary look at an affordable price. In addition, the crib grows with your babe from infant to toddler, and can be transformed into a three-in-one convertible crib, daybed and toddler bed with a conversion kit included.

The crib is made from eco-friendly, non-toxic wood that has been screened to remove harmful chemicals. It also comes with GREENGUARD Gold certification. It is also FSC-certified meaning that it was sourced from forests that were managed to ensure economic, environmental and social benefits.

All Babyletto Cribs are rigorously test and Top Ranked cribs meet (and in many cases, exceed) the safety standards set by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, and the Consumer Product Safety Commission. This includes ensuring that the slats have a spacing no wider than two and three-eighths inches apart so that your baby doesn't get stuck between them. We also recommend you pick a crib that is JPMA-certified and register it right away in case there should any recalls in the future, you'll receive a replacement or warning quickly.

If you want to keep your baby's nighttime essentials close by make sure to pair this crib with the Hudson Nightstand. It's crafted from the same durable wood, but with playful angular feet and a contemporary design. It's also certified GREENGUARD Gold which means that it has been screened for 10,000 chemicals, VOCs and other pollutants that pollute indoors.

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4. Babyletto Hudson Convertible Crib

Featuring timeless mid-century modern styling and flared tapered legs, the Hudson crib is both stylish and fun. Like the majority of our favorite cribs, this one is designed to adapt to your child's needs and includes an adapter kit that lets you seamlessly change from midi bed to daybed. It's also Greenguard Gold certified for indoor air quality, and made from sustainably-sourced New Zealand pine.

In our crib tests, we discovered the Hudson to be a very solid crib with well-formed corners, and a tight spacing between slats (less than 2.4" wide) that will reduce the chance of SIDS and entrapment as well as strangulation. We also like that the design is simple enough to match with most nursery decor, and the color options are comparable to other furniture pieces you may have in your room.

This crib is also easy to put together. It scored 9 out of 10 on our crib assembly test. This test measures how long it takes to lay out the pieces and assemble them, as well as the clarity, accuracy, and explicitness of instructions and whether the correct hardware is included.

In a convertible crib it is important to ensure that the mattress's height can be adjusted as your baby grows. This will ensure they're comfortable and you don't need to purchase a new mattress once they begin to sit up. This feature is offered on many cribs but is more common in premium and deluxe models. When you are looking for a crib, we suggest looking for a crib that comes with this feature. It will be very useful for your baby throughout their journey to sleep.

5. Dream On Me Ashton 5 in 1

If you're looking for a chic crib that is also packed with useful features then take a look at the Dream On Me Ashton 5-in-1. The convertible crib is JPMA Certified to meet and surpass all ASTM & CPSC safety standards and is available in a variety of colors so that you can match it with nearly any theme for your nursery.

This crib comes with an adjustable rail that ensures the highest levels of safety and features three mattress height settings to accommodate your growing baby. This crib is made from robust recycled New Zealand Pinewood and comes in different finishes to match the design of your room.

The Dream On Me Ashton can be transformed into a toddler bed (toddler guardrail and full size rail available separately) it can also be used as a daybed or a full-size bed (full-size mattress and bed frame not included). It has been thoroughly tested for lead and harmful elements.

The Dream On Me Ashton 5-in-1 Convertible crib can be purchased for $130 or less, based on the retailer you purchase it and what finish you choose. This is a great price for a crib that has a high safety rating, a variety of conversion options and that can be used throughout your child's adulthood.