While shopping, weather it be a second hand store or a yard sale, you come across an adorable used crib. Just like a used car, have it checked out.

Be sure to find out what it is going to take to meet current crib safety standards. If this is not worth your time and effort, don't buy it. You will be better off with a new one.

Avoid plush, soft bedding.

When you put your little one down to sleep, place her on a firm mattress, in the crib, on her back. Be careful not to cover her with blankets or use pillows to cushion her. This potentially could cause suffocation. You do want the bedroom itself be kept warm enough so that blankets will not be required. Mobiles should be above your baby's head where they can't be reached. Using mobiles are great for learning, as long as your baby is not yet capable of sitting up, reaching, or grabbing.