Using a bumper pad in your baby crib may place your baby at more risk for strangulation, SIDS suffocation and even falls. Additionally, bumper pads decrease air flow, result in the re-breathing of stale air and could significantly contribute to overheating. In addition, it is recommended by child safety organizations that crib bumpers should be avoided as they could lead to suffocation. However, in contrast to padded crib bumpers, a breathable baby crib liner safely keeps tiny limbs inside the crib with no risk of causing restricted airflow. This is a game-changing substitute to traditional crib bumpers and it sets the bar quite high where breathability is concerned.
Who is the Breathable Crib Liner Suitable For?
An ideal situation for the breathable baby crib liner mesh liner is for parents who have a contortionist sleeper. This type of sleeper typically twists, shifts and slide his or her way around the crib and could end up having his or limbs locked between the slats. These babies are also known to scream until someone comes to untangle him or her. The mesh liner is also an ideal choice for the headbanger baby who rolls around in his or her crib like he or she is practicing for future Olympics performances. Frequently, the constant movements result in him or her nailing his or her head against the slats, which often causes the baby to wake up screaming.
This type of liner:
• Has no string ties.
• Enables great airflow, which reduces the risk of SIDS.
• Inhibits contortionist babies from getting their legs and arms caught in between the crib slats.
• Prevents headbanger babies from banging their heads on the crib.
• Prevents the risk of the baby becoming entrapped against the mattress.
Some manufacturers of this type of product have performed research that provides data to assist in assessing the suffocation hazard posed by these liners to ensure the safety of your baby.
All in all, breathable liners for baby cribs are far superior when compared to traditional padded bumpers. These mesh crib liners are made out of breathable fabric that supports airflow, which lowers the risk of suffocation and the re-breathing of carbon dioxide, which is a risk factor for SIDS. Along with being safe, these meshes can be stylish as well. They also protect against bumps and bruises, impede climbing and lower the risk of the arms and legs of your baby becoming stuck between the slats of the crib.
