Child Safety

  We are firmly committed to selling only the safest products in the market. But sometimes even products with high standards and excellent safety ratings encounter an issue that needs to be addressed.
  If an item sold in our stores has been recalled  we'll post the information on this page with a link to more information, including instructions on what to do if you purchased the product being recalled. A recall doesn’t always mean the item has to be returned; oftentimes an adjustment is all that's needed to correct the issue.
  In addition, we will post general safety information, trends, and news as a service to our customers.
  And if you have any questions about any of the information we provide, please contact us and we would be happy to help you at info@reibmans.com.

 

Crib Safety Tips...

 

If it's possible, buy your crib new rather than used. When you purchase a used crib, you run the risk of missing parts or pieces needed to prevent the crib from tipping or collapsing.

  • It is also typical for older cribs to have decorative cut-outs in the head and foot boards, or along the sides. These cut-outs make it very easy for baby to slip his hands, feet and head through them. No crib should have any space large enough for this to occur.

  • One of the first things to check is the paint on the crib. Peeling or chipping paint can be dangerous for babies who enjoy placing everything in their mouths. Also, if it is an older crib, chances are the chipping paint contains lead.

    Performing the slat test is another way to ensure your child's safety. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the slats on a crib should be no more than 2 3/8 inches apart. Try passing a can of soda through the slats; if it passes, they are too wide and dangerous for your baby.

  • When you place the crib mattress in the crib, it should fit snugly, leaving no gaps or spaces for the baby to squeeze into or fall into. If two or more of your fingers can fit between the mattress and the frame of the crib, there is a chance your child's head may become stuck in that small space.

    As your infant grows older, you will need to adjust the height of the mattress. Most crib frames have two or three height levels. While the highest level is okay when your baby is a newborn, by the time she is 6 months old and beginning to pull herself to sitting or standing position, lower the mattress to its lowest level. This helps prevent her from tumbling out of her crib.

  • While you may want to decorate your baby's crib with colorful ribbons, stuffed animals and toys, these can create hazards such as suffocation or choking. Such items can even be used by older infants as stepping stools to help them tumble out of the crib.