Will you use bumpers?

afg

Are you planning on using bumpers?

I keep hearing mixed things about them...some moms say they're dangerous not to have them if the baby gets stuck in the bars? or that they're a breathing hazard if you do have them?

but if the baby can get to the bumpers in the first place wouldn't they be able to move away from them?

Just wondering what you ladies are planning... 

 

 

 

BearkatLou

I'll probably use them...

EdwardsRUs

I'm planning on using them.  I used them with my DS and he survived, so I'll take my chances  

oscarkat

I won't be using them, but here's why:

1. Mixed results on the relationship between SIDS and bumpers (I figure it's best to ere on the side of caution)
2. They're used to prevent baby from hitting their head on the bars of the crib, but the manufacturer recomendation is to remove bumpers once the baby is able to roll around, so that defeats the purpose.

FirefightersBride

I am doing the bumper. If I need to, I will take it out for a little while once the little one can move around enough to get stuck, but plan on putting it back in when he/she can move easily.

BlairWaldorf

afg, are you pregnant?!

DaisyAdair

I use the breathable bumper.  I use it to prevent limbs from getting caught. 

Lynette21638

I plan on using the "cutesy" one that comes with my bedding set until baby can move around his crib. Then I will get a breathable bumper.

mamabug09

We're using the Breathable Bumpers

Hi725

I heard that they can reduce proper air flow, thereby increasing the risk of sids. That being said, I will be using them anyway, I'll just keep the ceiling fan on to circulate the air.

Mrs.Kent

I think the breathing hazard part is just that when you have them up, it restricts fresh air flow in the crib.  They don't say it's a suffocation risk.  Some SIDS theories are that the baby is breathing in too much exhaled CO2 and not enough fresh oxygen.

I'm not saying don't use them.  I just thought I'd let you know why they say it's a breathing hazard.  We used one for my son, and will probably use them for this baby too.

WaitingForMyMiracle

BlairWaldorf:

afg, are you pregnant?!

This.

And, no- No bumpers. Waste of money, IMO.

BlairWaldorf

We will use them, with a ceiling fan.

mrs.serrato85

Mrs.Kent:

I think the breathing hazard part is just that when you have them up, it restricts fresh air flow in the crib.  They don't say it's a suffocation risk.  Some SIDS theories are that the baby is breathing in too much exhaled CO2 and not enough fresh oxygen.

I'm not saying don't use them.  I just thought I'd let you know why they say it's a breathing hazard.  We used one for my son, and will probably use them for this baby too.

 I did'nt know this. Great info

babes12

i used one w/ DS and just used a sleep positioner too which kept him in one spot.  however once he got alittle bigger he did start moving himself while still in the sleep postioner.  LOL. 

mrsjazzsinger

We're planning on using them with a fan in the room as well.

jason&robin

Yes

With DS, I had them in when he was first born. Once he could roll over one way, I took them out. Once he could freely move in the crib and he was getting his arm stuck in the bars, I put them back.

AudioDoc

Just a few notes I've found on various national health websites:

Main uses for bumpers include aesthetics, keeping the inside of a crib warm, and keeping the sides padded if the child were to roll into the bars.

The baby can't get stuck in the bars until he/she is able to roll over into them AND the bars are far enough part to get something stuck in.

Also, if a child were to roll into the bumper, (risking SIDS) he/she can also roll away from it. The risk of bumper-induced SIDS is so minimal, that you'd have to essentially put an immobile infant down in the crib face-down right next to the bumper to cause any real risk.

 

Research has shown that no baby, no matter the size, can roll into the bars with enough force to cause any head trauma or damage other than a minor bump that MIGHT wake them up.

~*~DaisyDuck~*~

mamabug09:

We're using the Breathable Bumpers

 ditto.

johnsoar

DD uses bumpers and this baby will took.  I would rather have her against a soft bumper than the hard rail.  DD likes to sleep up in the corner.  The dr said it's ok to use the bumper as long as the bottom in tucked into the side of the mattress.

ck715

I used them with DS and he loved to snuggle against it. ?I'll probably do the same with the baby.

Mrs.Foreste

BlairWaldorf:

We will use them, with a ceiling fan.

Ditto.

Beccaboo0713

I don't think I am using one.

toospooky

I've heard the SIDS risk about bumpers as well, but geez, it's like everything causes SIDS now. Does anything not cause it? The very act of living is a risk, in my opinion.

I'll try to do what's safest for my baby, don't get me wrong. But it's not like I'm going to pad the walls with bubble wrap.

MegDC

Nope. American Academy of Pediatrics and SIDS Institute both say NO. ?That's all I needed to hear.

afg

mrs.serrato85:

Mrs.Kent:

I think the breathing hazard part is just that when you have them up, it restricts fresh air flow in the crib.  They don't say it's a suffocation risk.  Some SIDS theories are that the baby is breathing in too much exhaled CO2 and not enough fresh oxygen.

I'm not saying don't use them.  I just thought I'd let you know why they say it's a breathing hazard.  We used one for my son, and will probably use them for this baby too.

 I did'nt know this. Great info

 

MrsKent - great info - Thanks!!

Ktindall

Nope not using them. It is a risk factor and I don?t want to be a statistic

icyblueeyez19

yes, we are using bumpers

hula_lula

Nope. Not worth the potential risk in my opinion

I never understood using them so that "baby doesn't get stuck in the bars". cribs are designed with the slats close enough together so that CAN'T happen.

sweetcaroline

Absolultely.I did with DD and she loved them. She loves to snuggle against them. In her crib at my mom's she didn't have them and would always sleep less and wake up with slat marks on her forehead!! HA The SIDS risk is due to lack of circulation of air, so ceiling fan helps. Since I will have a summer baby, the ceiling fan will be on anyway for the first 3-4 months!! But also, we keep baby in the bassinet in our room for the first 3 months anyway when SIDS risk is the highest. The bassinets have small walls on them and not holes like a crib, so what is the difference???? Just something to think about for those of you using a bassinet too!

lailak42

Yes, I'm using a crib bumper.  I used one with DS, too.

MeghanF13

No - I will not. I do not see the point. They increase the chances of SIDS. Not worth the risk to me - if something happened I would always wonder if it was because of that.

 They're a breathing hazard because they also reduce the airflow around the baby - not just if the baby is up againt them.

 Besides, babies heads can't get stuck between the bars anymore - that is one of the safety standards for cribs.

Chrisy-Wyobride

No, I had a very scary incident w/ them the first time I put DD#1 in her crib to sleep (she did not roll at the time but a baby at any age can move in their sleep).  Bumpers also muffle sounds/crying too & just because they "could" theoretically roll/scoot away, doesn't mean they do..I know this first hand.

MeghanF13

babes12:

i used one w/ DS and just used a sleep positioner too which kept him in one spot.  however once he got alittle bigger he did start moving himself while still in the sleep postioner.  LOL. 

In Canada anyway they say the sleep positioners are a SIDS risk too - the baby could wiggle around and suffocate if the positioner get in front of their face.

in my life

MegDC:

Nope. American Academy of Pediatrics and SIDS Institute both say NO.  That's all I needed to hear.

Same here.