For parents, nothing is more important than the safety of their child. When moving from a crib to an adult crib, children have a chance to roll over and fall in their sleep. This is especially scary in the case of two-tier models. Children's beds do not always have adequate protection.
Ikea offers a universal solution to this problem in the form of a special side.
Ikea bumper - what is it and how to apply it?
The protective side is provided for active fidgets. The side can provide not only safe sleep at night, but also prevents falling from the bed to the floor during daytime games.
The largest furniture company Ikea produces its own range of cribs with protection.
But, unfortunately, not all children's beds from other manufacturers are equipped with a side. That is why Ikea specialists decided to create a removable protective structure that will fit almost any model.
The side can be attached both to the original series from Ikea and to furniture from other companies; you just need to take into account the width of the standard wall.
This attribute is durable and suitable for a child of any age. The panel does not block the child's viewing area, and therefore does not interfere with knowledge of the outside world. Due to the protection, children feel safe and relax more easily during sleep.
Parents also sleep better: they are confident that their child will not accidentally end up on the floor.
Silicone spoons
When we started introducing complementary foods, the nanny asked us to buy the child a beautiful plate and soft silicone spoons.
I liked the spoons from Mothercare the most, but I didn’t have time to fully appreciate the first set: it was immediately stolen and chewed by my dogs. I bought a second one. I was glad. It seemed that the soft silicone edge of the spoons was great and would not injure the baby’s gums in any way.
But it seems that the people who came up with this were not trying to feed a child dodging them. Some kind of, for example, terribly smelly broccoli -). It’s more convenient to give food with a regular teaspoon - it doesn’t bend, the food doesn’t fly away where it shouldn’t, and it’s easier to shovel the puree.
So, after six months of complementary feeding (now it’s no longer complementary feeding, but quite a meal), we don’t use these spoons - they’re lying around somewhere in the kitchen cabinet.
We had: Mothercare, 399 rubles. for two.
Types of sides
Ikea produces only one type of fall protection. The line is called Vicare. It is a small panel that is attached to the bed using bolted connections. Special fastenings are made in the form of clamping metal strips. During installation, the planks are bolted together.
This way they securely fix the panel to the wall.
This design system makes it easy to attach and remove the side without leaving any marks on the surface of the furniture in the form of scratches or other damage. Both small children's beds and more adult bed options are well compatible with it.
Thanks to the sliding bolted connection, the strip will fit most modern furniture with sidewalls up to 25 mm.
Dimensions of the Vicare series: 90x7.5 cm, which helps prevent the child from rolling onto the floor, but does not interfere with getting in and out of the crib.
The side does not block the view of the room from the bed, even in a lying position.
The side is made of fiberboard and coated with safe acrylic paint. And the spacer is made entirely of synthetic rubber.
The steel fasteners have a pigmented powder coating.
Hemnes
Quite a popular model in the IKEA catalog. Equipped with three drawers. The crib is available only in white. In the production of this model, only environmentally friendly materials are used.
The design is quite universal. A white children's bed can become a stand-out piece of furniture in an apartment, as it can easily be converted into a double bed or a sofa.
As you can see, the range of cribs in the IKEA store is large. In order to make an informed choice, start from the plans for using the product and the wishes of the child. Choosing a place and bed for your baby is not an easy task. First of all, you need to remember about the comfort and safety of your children.
Selection, purchase and delivery
Purchasing a side panel from Ikea is the right choice.
The company is famous for its affordable prices and quality of products.
The choice of side depends on the method of purchase. Most of Ikea's products are purchased online.
There are also specialized stores that are located in the main points of the country.
An important requirement for a baby's bed rail is its safety and reliability. After all, children's beds are used not only for relaxation, but also as a place for games.
The side cover should prevent the blanket from falling out of bed and sliding off, but not limit the child’s movements, thereby interfering with a comfortable sleep.
In addition to performing its direct functions, the side will become part of the interior of the room.
Therefore, when choosing, it is important to make sure whether it will complement the overall design of the room.
In order to avoid problems in the future, it is necessary to measure the thickness of the side wall and make sure that it is in the range from 18 to 25 mm. It is worth measuring the height of the mattress if it protrudes above the bottom of the bed.
If it is too high, it may simply block the side itself.
At an older age, children already know how to climb onto their children's beds.
Therefore, it is important to think about the location of the side so that it does not interfere with this.
If the product is selected from an online store, delivery occurs on time. Transportation can take place either through Ikea or its partners. To be paid separately.
A lightweight and durable bumper from Ikea will fit almost any children's bed.
Types of limiters
Limiters are different; they can either completely or partially cover the side of the bed. Full coverage is important for young children; partial coverage will be sufficient for older children to limit falls.
Such devices can be built-in, that is, the design of the bed provides for the presence of such a barrier in advance.
Bed barriers can be either removable or built-in. Removable ones are especially convenient because you can take them with you on trips, so that you can protect your baby on the road.
There are also limiters:
- Factory;
- Made to order according to individual measurements;
- Homemade.
You can also buy a limiter separately if you need it.
By material type
Sides are divided into several types, depending on the material from which they are made.
Soft
It is the simplest model of a limiter; it includes: foam rubber, padding polyester, which is rolled into a tube and, if necessary, several rollers are connected one on top of the other to achieve the desired height. Covers can be placed on top; they are usually attached to the mattress using laces or Velcro.
You can choose the material from which the product is made based on your tastes and preferences.
Reticulate
An effective solution to prevent your baby from falling at night while sleeping. Most often, nets are installed in a frame made of wood, metal or durable plastic.
The color variations of such sides are also varied.
Important! Check the strength of the mesh before installing the barrier on the bed. The restraint must be able to withstand the weight of the baby without being damaged.
Plastic
A rather convenient and practical side, despite its lightness, is durable and reliable. It is easy to use, warms up quickly, is easy to clean from dirt, and will not damage the baby’s skin if accidentally broken. Easy to make, you can make it yourself from plastic tubes at home.
As a rule, children's beds designed for very young children are always equipped with a built-in barrier.
Wood
A classic version of a barrier for a children's bed. Strong, reliable, durable. Fits perfectly into the bedroom interior, looks aesthetically pleasing and expensive. There are many variations in appearance and shape, it all depends on the owner’s imagination.
The minimum height can be selected if the child is constantly in a lying position, that is, for infants.
By mounting method
There are several ways to attach the holders to the crib:
- To the base of the bed;
- To the side walls of the bedroom;
- To the side of the crib;
- Under the mattress using a metal frame;
In this case, the side is held down by the weight of the child, suitable for children over two years old;
- To the mattress using Velcro and laces;
- Universal, for mounting on both horizontal and vertical planes.
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