Where did you buy your crib and how much?

May2106 · March 2009

I'm almost 25 weeks and haven't bought our crib yet, DH thought that basic Graco crib from Target for $150 would be sufficient but shouldn't you invest more for a good quality and long lasting one if this is your first kid and you plan to have more on the way?

just looking for ideas, how much did you spend on yours and where did you buy it from?

SheriBT · March 2009

I spent about $275 and bought it at BRU. We bought the Amy Coe Stamford crib in espresso.

mrsgrabmeier · March 2009

We bought the Delta Canton from Target. We paid $250. It's super sturdy, looks great and is convertible so it will have many years of use.

JCM083009 · March 2009

Our crib is the Hartford by Rockland at JCP. They are having a huge sale right now on furniture and bedding - it was $499, but we paid 379! I've heard nothing but good things about it and I love our pieces.

DarcyLongfellow · March 2009

We're planning to get the Babi Italia Pinehurst Espresso Lifetime (convertible) crib from BRU. I think it's $400. Haven't ordered it yet because it only takes 2 weeks to come in, and I don't have anywhere to put it yet.

I highly, highly, highly recommend you buy (or borrow) Baby Bargains. They review cribs according to safety and durability.

A $150 crib from Target will be safe because it is required to meet the same safety standards as $1000+ cribs at speciality stores. But, it may not be very durable. Also, many cribs now are convertible, so you can use it for the child's whole life (convert to a toddler bed then a full bed).

Trixie6717 · March 2009

We got the Graco Lauren crib from Target (well, 2 actually) and LOVE it. I was concerned we wouldn't like it but it looks like a much more expensive crib and is very sturdy.

carrielee99 · March 2009

Ours was $279 from JcPenneys.com. Plus I had it delivered to the store and it was free shipping.

Mrs.Foreste · March 2009

Ours is a Munire (Newport collection). It was about $640 with tax I believe. We did splurge a bit, but it is such good quality. We plan on having 4-5 children so we will use it for all of them & I'm positive it will last.

amwadas · March 2009

DarcyLongfellow:

We're planning to get the Babi Italia Pinehurst Espresso Lifetime (convertible) crib from BRU. I think it's $400. Haven't ordered it yet because it only takes 2 weeks to come in, and I don't have anywhere to put it yet.

I highly, highly, highly recommend you buy (or borrow) Baby Bargains. They review cribs according to safety and durability.

A $150 crib from Target will be safe because it is required to meet the same safety standards as $1000+ cribs at speciality stores. But, it may not be very durable. Also, many cribs now are convertible, so you can use it for the child's whole life (convert to a toddler bed then a full bed).

We will be getting the Babi Italia crib as well - I just keep holding out hoping we get a coupon to use towards it! I second getting the Baby Bargains book. I found it very helpful for all of the products you have to pick.

Sharra711 · March 2009

We got a solid Mahogany wood Lifetime crib, from Bonavita (the Hudson) and it was $600.

zoieglow · March 2009

We're getting the Stratton crib by Westwood from Buy Buy Baby. It's $499 but gets an A rating from Baby Bargains. Buy Buy Baby also sends out 20% off furniture coupons so when I get the coupon, I'll order it.

I'd also recommend Baby Bargains. I would never have known that companies like Delta and Jardine have terrible safety recall records and Da Vinci is made of such soft pine that it will damage very easily. If you want to be sure you're getting a quality crib that will last a long time, that book is a good investment.

afg · March 2009

I am getting a Graco crib from Walmart for about $150. I've read reviews and they are all positive, and I can not afford to spend $400 on a crib.

rosesandpeonies · March 2009

I am going to be getting the vista crib by sorelle. It is a convertible crib. It is costing us about 399 and the combo dresser is 499. I am getting it in french white. We are purchasing from buybuybaby

SteffaniO · March 2009

Since we're limited on space, we got the Baby Mod Mini Lily Crib from Wal-mart as an early gift from my grandparents (but I think it's about $170). We put it together over the weekend and we're really happy with how beautiful and sturdy it is.

ETA: Another positive is that even though it's a mini crib, it's convertible so we'll be able to use it as a toddler/regular bed. We don't plan on having any other kids (at least not for 5-6 years, if at all), so we can convert it without worrying about needing the crib for another LO.

The New Mrs. · March 2009

The newest Baby Bargains book said both the Graco Sarah and Graco Lauren (at Target) cribs were the "best budget crib." I'll be getting a Da Vinci Parker crib for $260 that converts to a toddler bed and later a full size bed for the baby as he grows.... If you want to use it long term, yeah, spend a little more. But if you just want to use it for a year or so, don't bother spending tons of money on it....

MWOLFORD · March 2009

I received a crib from my SIL for nothing because someone set the crib outside and left it there! So my dad is going to sand it down and put a new finish on it and make a few changes for me.

acg92207 · March 2009

We bought our crib @ JCP. They are having a huge online sale. We went with Renew by Rockland in coffee, and I think it was close to $300.

mrsmel · March 2009

direct buy, about $350

it would have been about $500 at a retail store.

kristin329 · March 2009

We are getting one of the Munire convertible cribs which is around $600 but we plan on having this be his childhood bed too for many years so buying a decent set.

May2106 · March 2009

Thanks for the input girls! I have the baby bargains but it's the older edition, time to make decision soon!

AngelaEsq · March 2009

I bought a Munire set, Bristol for $2,251.00. This was the small dresser, tall dresser, night stand and convertible crib with conversion set. The crib was $549.00.

perezsbride · March 2009

We are going with the Espresso Pinehurst by Babi Italia collection, purchased from BRU.

wilkins1 · March 2009

we got ours for free. One of DH's buddies gave us the crib that he used for their last kid that is basically brand new. we just have to buy a matress.

sophabelle · March 2009

craigslist - $30. we bought a jenny lind crib that retails for $200 in next to perfect condition.

BaltimoreGirl07 · March 2009

I know I'm late here, but we got the Delta Stanford crib from simplybabyfurniture.com - it was easy to put together, got great ratings, and is sturdy. Website was awesome, too - free shipping, great customer service. One more place to check when you get a mattress - us-mattress.com. We ordered one from the same place we got the crib, found the exact same one for $60 less (and free shipping) on us-mattress; luckily we got credited the difference, but it would have been easier to get it from the cheaper site in the first place. Good luck!

Jenn30 · March 2009

We got the AP Industries Lollipop crib from Buy Buy Baby for $300. We also seriously considered Ikea, but their cribs felt very low to the ground to me and a little rickety (though I know some people who have Ikea cribs and love them).

mandolynn81 · March 2009

bru, 559.00 plus tax and shipping, and matching dresser/changer, 499.00

jwpbride · March 2009

acg92207:
We bought our crib @ JCP. They are having a huge online sale. We went with Renew by Rockland in coffee, and I think it was close to $300.

We got the same crib (in antique white) but only paid $202 including shipping- that's weird!

Bran_ham · March 2009

We're going to go with the Graco Lauren crib at Target. I can't bring myself to spend a lot for something they may only use for a year. I am splurging on a carset/stroller though.

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