[blparent] breathable crib bumpers keep falling

[Chad Allen]

I never used crib bumpers myself. We discussed the pros and cons of them and
ultimately decided that they were not worth the risk vs. benefit. I know
they are common and that many people use them but according to the JPMA,
crib bumpers are a hazard. 

First, the child can get their head caught between them and the crib. There
are incidents on record of this happening. Also, the child can use them as a
stepping stool to escape the safety of the crib. Falling out of the crib is
far more dangerous than the occasional bump they may receive from hitting
the side of the crib. 

I hope this helps. 

Best wishes,

Chad 


-----Original Message-----
From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Erin Rumer
Sent: Wednesday, October 19, 2011 8:28 AM
To: NFB blind parent listserv
Subject: [blparent] breathable crib bumpers keep falling

Hello list,

 

I'd love to hear from those of you who have breathable crib bumpers.  I love
the ones I got for my son's crib but the only problem I have is that they
keep slipping down almost to the level of the mattress.  Do you guys have
this problem with yours as well and if so what have you done to fix the
problem.  I'm thinking about going out and getting some Velcro strips to put
on the crib to keep the bumper up unless he tries to step on it and then it
will fall if pressure is applied.

 

Thanks,

 

Erin 

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