Bassinet or straight to crib?

A bassinet earns its space for the first three to four months because it fits in the bedroom and is easier to lift the baby out of. A convertible crib then takes over.

Is the SNOO worth the price?

For some families, yes. The extra newborn sleep is real for babies without reflux. Rentals exist. Plenty of less-fancy bassinets work too.

Bassinets and Cribs

Bassinets, bedside sleepers, and the convertible cribs that go from newborn to toddler.

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Bassinets and Cribs: frequently asked questions

Bassinet or straight to crib?: A bassinet earns its space for the first three to four months because it fits in the bedroom and is easier to lift the baby out of. A convertible crib then takes over.
Is the SNOO worth the price?: For some families, yes. The extra newborn sleep is real for babies without reflux. Rentals exist. Plenty of less-fancy bassinets work too.

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