For all the whining people did about bumpers

pinkpear

We put together our crib last night.  We decided to register for a breathable bumper but not put it on until the baby starts moving around and we think we need it.  When I was in the shower DH decided to try it just to see how it looks.  It looks adorable!  It matches our crib perfectly and adds a very soft look.  So much so that we are just leaving it on now.

For all of the whining that people did saying how they were going to use regular bumpers because they just look too cute (despite the warnings of the risks) this amuses me greatly.  Rather than spend $119 on the bumper for our set and take the risk, the $29.99 actually looks best.

I swear I should post this on 1st Tri.

Mrs.Saxy

pinkpear:

For all of the whining that people did saying how they were going to use regular bumpers because they just look too cute (despite the warnings of the risks) this amuses me greatly.  Rather than spend $119 on the bumper for our set and take the risk, the $29.99 actually looks best.

I swear I should post this on 1st Tri.

I say what I have to say once and stay out of all the drama. We have breathable bumpers too and got a color that compliments our sheets. Putting something on for the sake of cuteness over a LIFE...well.

kammmmay

Which one did you get? I ordered one, but haven't put it on yet. It is really cute too, but the colors in it don't match the picture. Thats ok though, not even my clothes match half the time anymore. LOL

sparkymcgeee

Spending that much on bedding at all is completely ridiculous to me. I may make a breathable bumper as well. But I agree. I understand the need for bumpers but not one that can put your baby's life at risk.

tokenhoser

It's possible to spend $119 on crib bumpers?

holycrap.

kgail11

Amen to that! My $30 breathable bumper perfectly coordinates her room..  no added health-risks needed, thankyouverymuch!

pinkpear

We had a little bit of trouble matching the colors as well.  We registered for the green but that shade was a bit darker in real life.  I found the ecru in the store and exchanged it.  The picture makes it look slightly peach-colored (because of the sheets) but it has more of a soft buttery color.

 

It matches our crib color perfectly.  To give you an idea of the color we got this crib in antique white (now sold out in that color).

pam1005

I bought a bedding set, but that is because I took the fabric from the bumper and made art for the wall, and it was only 40 bucks for the bumper, comforter, and sheet.  We have a white breathable on our crib and it looks just fine with the pink sheet, brown crib skirt, and comforter hanging on the wall.  We left the breathable bumper off with DS until we needed it,but after a night of his arms getting stuck in the slats three times we decided we would put it on right away.

America's Next Top Mommy

I love my breathable bumper! It's pink and matches my bedding perfectly. I only spent $20 on it.

 

 

 

JuJuBe3

I'm with you on the breathable bumper or none at all.  We got the white one, but I'm thinking of exchanging it for the green to add a little more color to that side of the room.

Question though, do you have to remove the breathable bumper in order to change the sheets? 

pinkpear

JuJuBe3:

I'm with you on the breathable bumper or none at all.  We got the white one, but I'm thinking of exchanging it for the green to add a little more color to that side of the room.

Question though, do you have to remove the breathable bumper in order to change the sheets? 

No.  I actually just took the whole crib matress out of the crib and it didn't mess up the bumper at all.

sweetgirl82

Nope, the bumper velcros around the slats of the crib.  You should be able to remove your sheets no problem without removing the bumper.

NJMom050911

I have both, I am debating about putting the matching one in his crib for now and then switching to breathable when he starts moving around....The breathable does match my set really nicely (I have the green one).

kammmmay

pinkpear:

We had a little bit of trouble matching the colors as well.  We registered for the green but that shade was a bit darker in real life.  I found the ecru in the store and exchanged it.  The picture makes it look slightly peach-colored (because of the sheets) but it has more of a soft buttery color.

 

It matches our crib color perfectly.  To give you an idea of the color we got this crib in antique white (now sold out in that color).

What a beautiful crib! I will have to look at those bumpers too. I got mine on sale for $15, but that one would probably match much better.

I don't get the point on spending so much on bedding either. Its almost impossible to find crib skirts that are not part of a set, really ugly, or expensive. I even tried finding fabric to make my own, but the fabric stores around here have horrible selection. I will probably just get some plain white cloth and make it myself though. 

theaustins05

I spent $0 on all of  my crib bedding. My grandmother made the baby's blanket and pillow (to be used later) and my aunt bought a skirt, sheet and bumper to match. The bumper is a normal one, but I'm going to keep the baby in her bassinet for the first few months anyways. Right now its just in so that they can see it when they come visit when baby is born.

darmca

kathygrzywnowicz:

I have both, I am debating about putting the matching one in his crib for now and then switching to breathable when he starts moving around....The breathable does match my set really nicely (I have the green one).

Just so you know, the non-breathable bumpers also reduce airflow to the crib, which increases the risk of SIDS. So the baby moving around and into the bumper isn't the only consideration. I also spent $0 on no bumper and will invest in a breathable one once I've noticed him getting stuck in the slats (if he does).

mrbear83

tokenhoser:

It's possible to spend $119 on crib bumpers?

holycrap.

this!! wow!! 

tokenhoser

kammmmay:

I even tried finding fabric to make my own, but the fabric stores around here have horrible selection. I will probably just get some plain white cloth and make it myself though. 

Tonic Living has amazing fabrics.

https://www.tonicliving.com/productsList.asp?categoryid=5&onsale=0

Well... amazing if you share my tastes.

Tinybride08

America's Next Top Mommy:

I love my breathable bumper! It's pink and matches my bedding perfectly. I only spent $20 on it.

 

 

 

I have this same breathable bumper and it matches my set great also. I like it alot. Mine was a gift. Can't beat that.

nickelbabi

pam1005:

I bought a bedding set, but that is because I took the fabric from the bumper and made art for the wall, and it was only 40 bucks for the bumper, comforter, and sheet.  We have a white breathable on our crib and it looks just fine with the pink sheet, brown crib skirt, and comforter hanging on the wall.  We left the breathable bumper off with DS until we needed it,but after a night of his arms getting stuck in the slats three times we decided we would put it on right away.

Ooh, please post pics! I was trying to figure out something to use the bumper for and that sounds like a great idea. I had no intention of using the bumper that came with my clearance set, but I put it in the crib to see how it looked, and I thought it looked really stupid because the crib slats covered up the cute pictures anyways. I will get a breathable one later if I find i need it.

Also, our birthing class instructor said that there is still an issue with bumpers and newborns who can't roll over because they can prevent proper oxygen from circulating on the low part of the crib where the baby's head is. Just thought I would mention it, because a lot of people on the boards seem to only mention the suffocation risk for babies that get caught under it, but it is a SIDs risk for all babies.

everybabyisablessing23

i commend you all for choosing life over cuteness.

AnneShirleyBlythe

Breathable bumpers are fug. 

 

I have them, I use them, but seriously, they aren't cute. Oh and I paid $12 for mine at TJMaxx. 

janice74

I think all bumpers are ugly...breathable, non-breathable.  I had a breathable for DS and it would scrunch down constantly.  It never looked nice.  I have nothing in the new baby's crib, but I'll get a breathable one if she starts getting limbs caught in the the slats. DS has nothing on his crib now and it's never been an issue.

kammmmay

tokenhoser:

kammmmay:

I even tried finding fabric to make my own, but the fabric stores around here have horrible selection. I will probably just get some plain white cloth and make it myself though. 

Tonic Living has amazing fabrics.

https://www.tonicliving.com/productsList.asp?categoryid=5&onsale=0

Well... amazing if you share my tastes.

Thank you! There are some really cute fabrics on there  

theaustins05

AnneShirleyBlythe:

Breathable bumpers are fug. 

 

I have them, I use them, but seriously, they aren't cute. Oh and I paid $12 for mine at TJMaxx. 

TJ Maxx has breathable bumpers? I haven't seen any in my store, what section are they in?

darmca

nickelbabi:

pam1005:

I bought a bedding set, but that is because I took the fabric from the bumper and made art for the wall, and it was only 40 bucks for the bumper, comforter, and sheet.  We have a white breathable on our crib and it looks just fine with the pink sheet, brown crib skirt, and comforter hanging on the wall.  We left the breathable bumper off with DS until we needed it,but after a night of his arms getting stuck in the slats three times we decided we would put it on right away.

Ooh, please post pics! I was trying to figure out something to use the bumper for and that sounds like a great idea. I had no intention of using the bumper that came with my clearance set, but I put it in the crib to see how it looked, and I thought it looked really stupid because the crib slats covered up the cute pictures anyways. I will get a breathable one later if I find i need it.

Also, our birthing class instructor said that there is still an issue with bumpers and newborns who can't roll over because they can prevent proper oxygen from circulating on the low part of the crib where the baby's head is. Just thought I would mention it, because a lot of people on the boards seem to only mention the suffocation risk for babies that get caught under it, but it is a SIDs risk for all babies.

I used my bumper to make cushions for my rocking chair. Just another way to use them.

AnneShirleyBlythe

theaustins05:

AnneShirleyBlythe:

Breathable bumpers are fug. 

 

I have them, I use them, but seriously, they aren't cute. Oh and I paid $12 for mine at TJMaxx. 

TJ Maxx has breathable bumpers? I haven't seen any in my store, what section are they in?

I bought mine about a year ago but they were in the regular baby section. Mine has a HUGE baby section though. I have seen them there since, now and again.  

Mrs.Saxy

darmca:

kathygrzywnowicz:

I have both, I am debating about putting the matching one in his crib for now and then switching to breathable when he starts moving around....The breathable does match my set really nicely (I have the green one).

Just so you know, the non-breathable bumpers also reduce airflow to the crib, which increases the risk of SIDS. So the baby moving around and into the bumper isn't the only consideration. I also spent $0 on no bumper and will invest in a breathable one once I've noticed him getting stuck in the slats (if he does).

before I put the breathable bumper into my DSs crib, I smashed it against my face and I had no trouble breathing.

I'm sure it's inevitable your baby will get stuck in the slats. I remember 2 times DS got his arm and leg stuck up high over the bumper. I can't imagine how many times he would've gotten it stuck if I didn't have protection. 

EJensify

America's Next Top Mommy:

I love my breathable bumper! It's pink and matches my bedding perfectly. I only spent $20 on it.

 

 

 

Just FYI - this isn't installed in the crib properly and can be as much of as hazard when not used correctly.

AnneShirleyBlythe

EJensify:

America's Next Top Mommy:

I love my breathable bumper! It's pink and matches my bedding perfectly. I only spent $20 on it.

 

 

 

Just FYI - this isn't installed in the crib properly and can be as much of as hazard when not used correctly.

Please elaborate on how this is incorrect? There should be no blanket in the crib but what is wrong with the bumper? I have mine in a mini-crib according to the exact instructions and it looks similar to this.  

MrsD1

We have breathable bumpers and they look really cute, too! I completely agree with you.

darmca

AnneShirleyBlythe:

EJensify:

America's Next Top Mommy:

I love my breathable bumper! It's pink and matches my bedding perfectly. I only spent $20 on it.

 

 

 

Just FYI - this isn't installed in the crib properly and can be as much of as hazard when not used correctly.

Please elaborate on how this is incorrect? There should be no blanket in the crib but what is wrong with the bumper? I have mine in a mini-crib according to the exact instructions and it looks similar to this.  

I wasn't the one who said it was wrong, but I had seen a youtube video previously explaining how to instal them safely. Basically, the problem with the picture above is that the bumper needs to wrap around the first slat beside the corner post on the sides too (like it does on the back of the crib in the pic). Not sure 'why' this is considered the safe way, but per the video that is how it is 'supposed to be' done. Also, the seams are supposed to be on the sides and not on the front/back (again no reason 'why').

Mrs.Saxy

probably because the baby could get its head under the bumper, but could feasibly do that at any point