Need opinions on some things (help)

sawyer2

Preface: dh is army and we are due to pcs in NOV. to Korea (just found out today).

Now with that said, we have not gotten a crib yet, but we do have bedding and such. Should we get a crib before we go or just get a pack and play with a changing table option and just get a crib there. The baby will be about 1 month old give or take a week.  Should I just take the bedding back, or ship it. I am so confused as to what to do, you ladies have always been a big help.

chelsearenee

I would hold off on the crib, and minimize the bedding. 

Danse

I'm personally more comfortable with the US safety standards, so I would buy a crib here and bring it with you.

KB0426

Is it really expensive to move with you?  Do you love the pattern?  If these are No and Yes then I say keep the bedding.  For the crib I would use something portable for now maybe get a co-sleeper until you move.  We are going to use a co-sleeper anyway because it will be easier for breast feeding for the first few months.

mariahcohen

I would just go with the pack n play and get a crib later....if you love the bedding keep it!

Good luck with the move!

thailajo

Does the Army pay for you to ship your stuff? If not...it is REALLY expensive to do... I lived in Thailand for a year, and we found it was easier and cheaper to just buy all new stuff when we got there...

Mabzie

Danse:

I'm personally more comfortable with the US safety standards, so I would buy a crib here and bring it with you.

 

i agree with this

sawyer2

I think I am more concered about getting a crib and it getting broken on the way over. The army will move it, but something always ends up broken

returnhomegnome

Danse:

I'm personally more comfortable with the US safety standards, so I would buy a crib here and bring it with you.

Don't worry about this: it's Korea, not Timbucktu... you can get many of the exact same brands over there as you can here; not to mention, the military store (BX, PX)!

And helpful hint: JCPenny will deliver within two weeks to any military address in the world.  I don't know how they do it, but I grew up in Japan as a military kid (Navy) and they never ONCE were late in all our years there.  My mom swore by them!

Enjoy Korea!  I've been to visit a few of the bases there, and while it certainly is VERY different, there are many wonderful charming things. I've always had great experiences. I would love to go back!