"Jill" wrote in message
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I also like the Emily style
convertible crib. I forget what the maker is, Da Vinci maybe?

I don't know how useful the convertable crib really is though. Especially if
you plan to have more children. I would think that only the last kid gets to
actually use it.

How do you choose a crib? I know one thing, I don't know if I like the
ones
on wheels...?

Mine is on wheels. The wheels lock and I never had a problem with it. I
loooove that feature because it makes it easier to get around to change crib
sheets, vacuum around, etc.

I also don't know if $350 is too much for what the crib is
made of- it could be worth it if it's a good sturdy crib, or it could also
be sort of cheapo-constructed. I guess I need to start going in
person....I
would be afraid to order online sight unseen.

I wouldn't order sight unseen. How much you pay is completely up to you.
Some people don't see the point in spending much for a crib, some people
think of it as part of the decor. Really, it depends on your preferences and
budget.

I do know that I prefer solid wood and not just a "finish", and also I
like
the appearance of oak. A lot of cribs that look great in the lighter wood
seem to be pine and also say "pine finish"- my husband thinks pine is
"cheap".

Solid wood opposed to veneer will definitly cost you more $$. We have solid
maple Morigeau furniture for ds' room and were very happy with it. It was
not cheap though. We happen to fall in the category of "decor" as I
mentioned above

I figure if the inlaws
are paying for it and willing to pay- what the heck. I am NOT willing to
spend more than about $400 toward a crib though no matter who will pay
what.

My parents bought ds' furniture. It was very generous of them.

And that's on the high end...it seems like most cribs that catch my eye
are
$300-350.

Then it sounds like you've found your budget. You should be able to find
something very nice in that price range.

FWIW, there is absolutely no need to rush out and buy a crib now or even
right when the baby is born. Many babies are kept in their parents room for
several months or co-sleep. Our beautiful crib was a hamper for 7 months,
but then it went on to get heavy use for 2.5 years. It will be used for
another eventually. You have more than enough time to decide. HTH
--
JennP.

mom to Matthew 10/11/00
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