Bumber pads. To use or NOT to use?

Kelly - posted on 08/23/2010

We use the breatheable bumpers and love them. Our LO likes to sleep against the sides of the crib, but this keeps him safe and comfortable... and the pacis staying in is an added bonus.

Kristin - posted on 08/20/2010

We use the breathable bumpers for both boys and most nights they get squished down so they are not breathing into them, but also somehow keep all their limbs inside the crib... the one night I decided that it was time to take the bumpers off because I thought they had outgrown them, I went in to check on them and they had limbs sticking out so the bumpers went back on! My boys are 16 months and have had bumpers on since they started sleeping in their cribs.

Leah - posted on 08/18/2010

I read up on bumpers and SIDS before I had my second child (I used them from birth until we lowered the mattress with my first). My conclusion was that increases the chance of SIDS very slightly. My compromise was to keep them out of the crib until she started rolling over, at which point she started getting caught in the slats, so I put them in.

Stephanie - posted on 08/16/2010

I have had a crib bumper in my son's bed ever since he was born. Once he started rolling around his favorite place to go to was the corners of his crib and would put his face in the corner. I was a little concerned about him suffocating but then I realized if he can put himself in that position then he can get himself out. He rolls around some much anyway that he doesn't stay in spot very long. My son also loves to play peek-a-boo. He will put blankets over his own head and pull them off. That made me feel a whole lot better because I know that he can get himself out. I wouldn't worry about suffocation if your baby is able to roll around on her own and can move things away from her face.

Dara - posted on 08/13/2010

I would just have a back up paci on the bedside table (or two or three) so you can look for them in the morning! Makes life a little easier for you. I would also just stay away from bumper pads. I would rather my little one deal with a couple of small bruises to the forehead than suffocate. I actually don't use a crib for my little one though, I have a graco pack and play with mesh sides. This way, no arms getting caught, soft sides to bump against and it is sturdy enough for her to stand up in and crawl around in.

Leslie - posted on 08/09/2010

I have used and am still using a bumper with all three of my kids. My daughter who is 15 mos old still has one in her crib specifically to keep all of her pacis in her crib so she can find them. I have used it from day 1 and never had any problems. However, you have to do what you feel is best for your daughter. Good Luck!!

Meredith - posted on 08/06/2010

I actually just put my bumper in. My son is 8 months and he was constantly getting caught in the slats of the crib because we did not have anything there. the NICU nurses had said that they were not recommended anymore. So I didnt have it in. Now I figure that he can roll everywhere and can move things away from his face so I put it in. I was only going to leave it there until I got one of the mesh bumpers but then decided against it. we are fine with this one. I have a friend though that loves her mesh bumper!!!