Nursery Furniture

A convertible crib is a baby bed that allows you to adjust the height of the mattress as your child grows and then change it to a toddler or day bed when they’re ready to climb out.

Some convertible cribs offer three adjustments (3-in-1), while others offer four (4-in-1). For example, the Newton Galileo convertible crib can be adjusted to three mattress heights for the different stages your baby goes through:

• Newborn: 15”
• Infant: 20”
• Toddler: 26” 

You can also remove the front of the crib when the mattress is set at 26” to create a toddler bed to give your little one more freedom to come and go as they please.

Convertible cribs that have a 4-in-1 configuration typically allow you to adjust the mattress to another intermediate height between the highest and lowest points.

The difference between a crib and a mini crib is the footprint of the unit itself. For example, Newton Baby’s Galileo crib measures 53.77” long by 29.44” wide by 35.23” high, and our Galileo mini crib measures 38.03” long by 25.19” wide by 37.22” high.

Both cribs offer three mattress heights — 15”, 20”, and 26” — but the mini crib doesn’t transform into a toddler/day bed.

You might choose a mini crib if space is a major concern, you need to move the unit often, or you want to keep your newborn close (i.e., beside your bed) for a while before moving them into their own space.

When picking a crib mattress, take into account the size and shape, firmness, materials, breathability, and how easy it will be to clean.

But the most important thing to consider is safety. You need your crib mattress to fit snugly and be firm; otherwise, it’s unsafe and could contribute to SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome).

A big gap between the mattress and the inside of the crib poses a safety hazard for your little one. How can you tell if the fit is perfect? In general, when the mattress is inside the crib, you should not be able to fit more than two fingers between it and the crib frame.

If the gap is bigger than that, your little one can get their head or other body parts trapped between it and the rails.

Your crib’s owner’s manual should list the specific dimensions of the mattress it takes. If it doesn’t, you’ll need to take your own measurements to ensure you buy the correct size.

A crib mattress cover acts as an extra layer between your baby and their mattress and provides a bit of extra comfort while they sleep.

Mattress covers and pads also help protect against diaper leaks, allergens, and off-gassing from the mattress itself (though you don’t have to worry about that last one with Newton Baby mattresses!).

Ultimately, your baby doesn’t need a mattress cover or pad to get a good night’s sleep, but it can make them feel more comfortable in their bed — and make life easier for you!

Your baby should not sleep with bumpers, blankets, toys, or other items until they’re at least one year old (though 18 months is recommended). Until then, your baby should only sleep with a breathable mattress, a mattress pad or cover, and a fitted sheet.

How will they stay warm at night if they don’t have a top sheet or a blanket? Consider dressing them in a soft pair of jammies or swaddling them when it’s time for bed.

If you go with the swaddling option, experts recommend that you stop swaddling around two months or, at the latest, by the time your baby begins trying to roll over.

Newton Baby is the safer, healthier, more comfortable alternative to regular crib mattresses. Our mattresses are 100% breathable and are made without toxic chemicals and common allergens.

They’re also firm enough to keep your baby safe at night while still being comfortable enough to provide a good night’s sleep. And as a bonus, they’re completely washable.

Pair those mattresses with any of our standard and mini convertible cribs for a safe and stylish nursery for your baby!