How much are you spending on a crib?

noycela

Went crib shopping with MIL yesterday, and LOVED one from a specialty store.  It was $500.  Is that totally insane for a crib?  We figure it will probably we used for multiple babies (this is our first) and it converts to a bed.  Anyone else spending that much or more?

pkfld82

I have a feeling I will be spending that much.  Then on top of it, the dresser etc...  At least you can continue using it.  :-)

imavera

I think ours was more, but I don't remember. It's a Munire, so it's on the pricey end. We chose that, though, because we'll be able to use it forever. Kid #2 will use it, and we bought the dresser and nightstand so that it's a full guest room set after that.

panda10

We found one at walmart.com that had a crib and a dresser for $200 total and I'm pretty sure we're getting it. 

ARenee3

I spent less than $200, but I don't think $500 is ridiculous. Some people spend much more than that. It always depends on how much money your family makes and how much YOU want to put toward a crib.

I don't plan to have our baby sleep in the crib for the first few months anyway, and I find the amount of time spent in a crib to be pretty short, so I wanted something pretty inexpensive but with good ratings. But I am splurging in other places that others may not, like on a good breast pump.

Link41208

For DS1 we spent $399 I think. We will be using it for #2 also. 

jmgcoggins

We spent 200 on DS crib. But we also knew that we would get a new crib for each baby. DS' is a convertible one so it turns to a toddler then a full sized bed. And I just think it's HIS bed and he is comfortable with it. He absolutely LOVES his crib, so I'm not going to take that away from him and put him in a new bed and give it to his sister/brother. 

Same with future kids. Plus then I don't have to worry about getting them new bed frames and new toddler beds when they grow out of each stage. Plus, DS will only be 2 when this LO comes and I don't think he'll be ready for a big boy bed just yet. 

ekd816

The one I really want is from Pottery Barn and its $1000. I know thats a crazy amount so I found one that is similar on Amazon for $425. Both are convertible so I figure your getting your moneys worth since you won't have to buy a toddler bed or a double bed when they get bigger.

Chelsey68

with DS we spent under 150 at walmart and i loved his crib it even held on and passed to a friends baby. this time around i will probably spent 200 since prices have gone up since 4 years ago. 

elviebird

We're looking to spend around $800 for the crib and dresser, so maybe around $300-$400?  We wanted something that was built solidly and out of quality materials so it would last, since we're going to get a convertible.  We're hoping the kid will use it until he's around 10 years old or so.

I don't think $500 is insane if you can afford it and that's where you choose to spend your money!

Betsystar

We're probably going to go cheaper on furniture. Ikea or Walmart. We're in the process of buying a new house... we'll have to get our big ticket items at a lower cost. NBD to us though

imimahoney

Honestly, yes $500 is too much for H and I to spend on a crib. But I don't know your budget.

We found one we really liked for $349 in store. I went looking online and target has it for $245. 

Do your homework, read reviews and shop around. You never know what deals you may find. 

iLoveblueberries

We are doing an IKEA crib, changing table/storage thingy, and a dresser. All together it will be around $200. I think it all is based on your budget, your style, and how you want to spend money. For us, I don't want to spend my $$ on furniture but thats just our personal pref!

I don't think $500 is ridiculous if you are comfortable spending that amount and it is the quality of product you want. Now something like $2000-3000 is too much IMO....

beachbaby117

My husband and I spent about $500 on DD's crib.  It is a good quality crib that we will use for all of our children.  It is Young America, by Stanley Furniture.  We looked for the most sturdy, solid crib and this is what we chose.  I think you should go for what you are most comfortable spending.

Pdxmom73

We spent $399 on one 8 yrs ago. It is a convertible one which DS2 then used as a toddler bed. It is in perfect shape and will be used this time around again. I think that if you plan to use it again or it is a crib/toddler/double bed then it is well worth the $500!

redheadinlove

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We aren't getting one. Unless a need is shown. Cosleeping and then straight to a twin bed with a rail. 

Under.the.Rose

We spent $250 or so on Connor's crib and it's great (solid wood, modern, non toxic finishes, convertible with the conversion kit/bed rail). 

We spent $50 on the crib for Baby #2 -- it was a barely used Ikea crib and mattress, plus some sheets and the conversion kit! SO awesome!

I could never see myself spending $500 on a crib... maybe if we were only going to have one baby.  

FroggyFarts

We probably won't spend more than $200. We're planning to look at IKEA cribs in store and see what we like before we look at other places.

I do think how much you spend varies by family and their priorities. We want a safe crib that won't break the bank so we can focus our money elsewhere for new baby (like investing in cloth diapers). That's just us.

Jinnifah

The one I've found is $169 full price at zellers, which is just affordable for us. I'm hoping it goes on sale at some point in the next few months. We won't be getting matching dressers or anything with it, we have tons of 2nd hand furniture already that will go nicely in the nursery.

blueshamrock7

We spent $2700 and change on: double dresser/changing table with hutch, crib & bookcase. It is from Baby's Dream and I absolutely fell in love with it. Our line of thinking with the price is that baby will grow with it and have it forever. We still use my bedroom set from when I was in high school -- same concept and it is absolutely beautiful furniture (not the same company). Money well worth it to us.

fyziksgirl

Well *I* think that's crazy, but I'm cheap. I definitely won't be spending over $200 and will be trying to stay closer to $100 than $200.

As for it converting to a bed...keep in mind all it converts to is a headboard/footboard for a full-sized bed. When I was a kid I had a twin bed and that was great, it left me more space in my room for not-bed and I didn't need a giant one. Further I had a bed with lots of storage built in for all my toys and such. I preferred that to a fancy bar headboard. And finally, you still have to buy rails to convert those beds, and a mattress, and buying a full mattress costs considerably more than a twin. So the whole "it converts to a full bed!" is not much of an argument for me, to do so still costs a good amount and probably isn't what I'd ideally want for my 5 year old, anyway!

ETA I meant I think it's crazy FOR ME. I have no problem if that's where other people want to spend their money. For me, as long as it's safe and will hold up well enough I can likely use it for a second, I'm golden. I can find something I like cheaper, so for me I'd rather do that than spend an extra few hundred on a crib that is more designer-y. But that's just me. Everyone spends their money in different places! :-)

Abjurback

There were a lot that I fell in love with in that price range, but we will be moving in March, and don't know the size of the room. We wanted one that would fit well even if we ended up having a smaller room for baby. We are going with the Graco Lauren (around $200). It seems sturdy and I have a few friends that went with it and love it. It is also a 4-in-1 crib. We found it in a bundle at walmart with the changing table and matress for $375 I think? They also have a matching dresser for arount $125. So all in all for the whole nursery set we will spend about $500.

easjer05

The crib we have was purchased about three years ago.  It retailed for $350-$400, but we got it on sale for about $215.  I don't think $500 is insane, if it fits your budget.  I probably wouldn't pay that much personally, but the number isn't astronomical.

ChristieNRN

We got the crib, dresser and changing table for $800. It was normally over $1600 but thank you to black friday. Our crib is by baby Italia from BRU. 

okayestmom12

Probably in the $2K range for crib, double dresser, tall dresser, and night stand.  It's Munire and convertible. 

Hautecoco

ChristieNRN:

We got the crib, dresser and changing table for $800. It was normally over $1600 but thank you to black friday. Our crib is by baby Italia from BRU. 

We got the same deal! Just picked it up yesterday, it is sitting in the garage waiting for some strong guys to help DH carry all of it up the stairs to the nursery. It is all VERY heavy and I peeked into the boxes the cherry color we got is just beautiful! What a great deal, so worth getting up at 4am!

kek920

$1800 for the convertible crib, double dresser and tall chest.  I totally fell in love with the set so were pretty set on it just waiting to start shopping until we know what we're having.  The set is Walnut, really sturdy and very very solid.  This will grow with baby (yes I'll need to buy rails and a full mattress) until its out on its own in 18+ years so we feel it's worth it.

horton721

It's not crazy if it's in your budget. We have always co slept with DS, still do.. And it will be the same for this new baby. It's just our thing. We have a bassinet for the first few weeks while we are all adjusting.

PurpleSnapDragons

I'm getting this great one from Burlington Coat Factory that is $270 and made from rubberwood instead of pine so it will scratch less.  Babies R Us sells it as well but we don't have one in town and their shipping for cribs is CRAZY expensive.

https://www1.burlingtoncoatfactory.com/bcf/Palisades-Convertible-Crib-Cherry-381119619.aspx