The safest baby cribs in 2023

Last updated on January 23rd, 2023 at 11:39 am

As for achieving safety standards, the safest baby cribs are those made after 2011 when the new safety standards were released.

However, delivering a safe sleeping environment for your baby is so much more than just meeting all the standards. I’ve gathered everything you need to know about crib’s safety and investigate what are the safest baby cribs of this year.

The safest baby cribs are those made after 2011

Baby cribs sold today, regardless of the retailer, must meet all safety standards set by the government. But still, some models are sturdier than others, with a better locking mechanism if they are portable, or more stable after conversions if we are talking about convertible cribs.

The safest crib is the one that has been purchased new. It is certified by the manufacturer as compliant with CPSC requirements through 3rd party testing and ASTM. It is durable, sturdy, well cared for, and properly used!

CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) is an independent agency of the United States government. It seeks to promote the safety of consumer products by addressing “unreasonable risks” of injury, doing research into product-related illness and injury, and developing CPSC safety standards.

ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) is a standards organization that develops and publishes voluntary consensus technical standards for a wide range of materials, products, systems, and services.

CPSC introduced new crib safety standards on June 28, 2011

Cribs made after 2011 when the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released new baby crib safety standards went to rigorous testing to meet them! New standards are more strict and prohibit certain features that were previously in mass use!

In theory, whichever new crib you choose is safe and appropriate for your baby. And most of the time, they are! However, sometimes a potentially hazardous safety issue occurs after the crib is already in mass use. The manufacturer must immediately recall such crib, notice customers, and CPCS put it on its recall list.

The key requirements of new baby crib safety standards are:

New rules apply to full-size and non-full-size cribs!

• Traditional drop-side cribs are prohibited because of numerous injuries and even tragic deaths. Such cribs are forbidden to sell!
• Do not use an old drop-side crib, because it is dangerous!
• Immobilizers and repair kits for drop-side cribs are not allowed.
• Crib slats must be stronger to prevent breakage.
• Crib’s hardware must have anti-loosening devices to keep it from coming loose or falling off. 
• CPSC requires durable mattress support.
• CPSC set more rigorous testing.

You can read more about safety standards in our article: New Baby Crib Safety Standards

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Our selection of the safest baby cribs meets or even exceeds all safety standards. Cribs are also sturdy and quality made, but all that is pretty much useless if parents don’t use the crib correctly. To provide the safest sleeping environment for your baby, follow the safety guidelines we have listed at the end of this article!

The safest baby cribs in 2023

You can find numerous baby crib reviews and “best of” list on our site. Of course, all cribs and other baby equipment on those lists are safe in terms of meeting all government requirements. Best cribs not only meet, but also exceed required safety standards, otherwise, we wouldn’t place them near to the list.

You can find the winners in certain crib types in the table below. But I have included the link to the whole “best of” lists as well. Nevertheless, they are all safe!

The safest full-size baby cribs in 2023:

CRIB	THE SAFEST	PRICE	BEST
Babyletto Hudson	convertible crib	latest price	Best convertible cribs
Storkcraft Portofino	crib with changing table	latest price	Best combo cribs
Babyletto Maki	portable crib	latest price	Best portable cribs
Graco Hadley	crib with under crib drawer	latest price	Best cribs with under-crib storage

The safest mini cribs in 2023:

CRIB	THE SAFEST	PRICE	BEST CRIBS
Dream On Me Aden	mini convertible crib	latest price	Best mini cribs
Dream On Me Jayden	mini crib with changing table	latest price	Best mini combo cribs
Babyletto Origami	mini portable crib	latest price	Best mini portable crib

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Other baby crib safety specifications

Safety of crib mattress:

To ensure the safest sleeping environment for your baby, you must purchase a firm crib mattress that fits tightly into your crib.
The measurements of full-size cribs and standard crib mattresses are regulated by the government. That’s why any new standard-size crib mattress fits into any new baby crib.

U.S. regulations define:

• a standard size crib is a baby crib with the following measurements: 52 3⁄8 ± 5⁄8 inches in length by 28 ± 5⁄8 inches in width
• a standard crib mattress is a baby crib mattress with the following measurements: at least 27 1/4 inches by 51 5/8 inches and no more than 6 inches thick

Mini cribs are a different story. Their measurements are not regulated by the government. A mini crib or non-full-size crib is any crib that is smaller than a standard crib.
However, in most cases, their inner dimensions are around 38″ (96,52cm) by 24″ (60,96cm), which is great because most mini crib mattresses correspond to those measurements.

A proper crib’s assembling and maintenance ensures its safety:

Make sure that you assemble the crib correctly. Take your time and follow the provided instructions. Make sure there are no missing parts, and the crib is in working order. Check the crib’s stability when you are done. Shake it, and if it wobbles, check if you assemble it correctly.

Check your crib regularly for missing hardware, loose screws, broken parts, or anything out of the ordinary. It is best to do it every time the sheet is changed.

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Safety precautions when using a crib

As I already said, just purchasing a new crib that meets all required safety standards and thinking your baby is safe, is not enough! There are safety measurements, which you should take into consideration to provide the safest sleeping environment for your baby.

• You should always place your baby in the crib on his or her back.
• Never put blankets, pillows, or sheepskins in a crib. Also, do not put plush toys and comforters in the crib with your baby. They can cause suffocation!
• It is better not to use sleep position devices, but if you do, use them carefully following the instructions.
• If you decide to use bumper pads, use breathable materials, which fit firmly around the crib. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) warned against using them.
• The cord from a baby monitor should not be close to the crib, as the baby can strangle or choke.
• Keep the crib away from blinds and windows or anything else she can pull down. 
• Don’t smoke near your baby!
• Do not over cloth your baby while sleeping, as she can overheat.

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