Is it just me, or are crib bedding sets a huge racket?

[Anonymous]

RACKEY AND RIP OFF. FLANNEL SHEETS ARE THE BOMB!

[Anonymous]

Just like in adult sheets, look for thread count. Over 400 if you want something nice, and be sure there is elastic all the way around and not just on the top and bottom. PBKs sheets, last time I checked, don't have that. I think I got mine and BBB.

[cgarza]

I am currently pregnant with number 3 and yes, I agree, crib sets are so expensive!. From my experience with babies 1 and 2 I can tell you that all you need are nice comfortable fitted sheets. The quilt is just an ornament, never used it, need to remove it to lay down your baby for safety reasons. Mine was most of the time hanged on the wall like decoration. Bumper will be removed shortly, also for safety.
I just found very unexpensive skirts at target for 10 to 15 dollars, you can buy a nice crib skirt to match with the color of your sheets and that should be more than enough! let's live simply and avoid marketing traps!
I am trying to go back to basics and have a simple life............ just relax, and don't forget, the most precious element in your crib will be your beloved child

[Anonymous]

The sheet sets are a total racket, but I will say that I got a few Ultimate Crib Sheets and those are awesome, especially as I was blessed with kids who liked to spit up/vomit/leak out of diapers/leak snot everywhere. They are much easier to put on and take off than regular crib sheets.

Also, I got a plain bumper for $20-$25 and it was totally worth it. My kids liked their pacis, and the bumpers helped keep them in the crib.

[Anonymous]

Totally agree with the PP's -- some soft sheets, and maybe a sheet protector (we used the Miracle Sheet, I think it's called), for the dark stomach flu/diaper blowout nights. I did want a dust ruffle and bumper (please don't flame me for that), so I ended up getting a set by a manufacturer recommended in Baby Bargains from overstock.com. I've never used the quilt, but did use the bumper for months, and the dust ruffle is still on there 26 months later. We didn't do much else in DS's room by way of decoration -- I figured we'd save money for when he got older, had an opinion, and could enjoy what was in there -- so I'm glad we did get more than just a couple of sheets. But if you're really looking to pare down to the necessities, that's about all you need.

[Anonymous]

Thanks everyone! This has all been very helpful.

[Anonymous]

I'm surprised nobody ever mentions what a pain the crib skirts are. I never used a bumper, but I did initially have a skirt. After changing the sheets a few times, and always having to readjust the skirt, I ditched the skirt too.

The Dwell sheets at Target are soft.

[Anonymous]

I got fitted sheets and a bedskirt from Baby Natura online. I think that's the name at least. Soft, all natural, elastic all the way around the fitted sheet which was the number one priority for me. The sheets are a natural light tan color. This was one of the best choices I made--avoiding the adorable but wasteful bedding sets. This way, I feel like I can splurge when DS is a toddler.

[Anonymous]

As somebody who spent WAY too much money on bedding, let me second, third, fourth...everybody who says it is a racket.

Despite spending huge amounts, the only real things I have used for 2 kids are crib sheets (I like the ones from Target - nice and cheap), mattress protectors (a necessity) and a crib skirt (just buy one). I spent a small fortune on bumpers which are cute and all, but have rarely been used.

Seriously - spend you $$$ elsewhere, like on a decent stroller or car seat.

[Anonymous]

Carter's sheets all the way.

[Anonymous]

As everyone else says, don't buy into the bedding hype. There is no reason for a crib set to be the focal point when decorating a nursery. Just stick with neutral colors for furniture that will grow with the baby, basic neutral bedding and jazz it up with some cute, inexpensive artwork from etsy. Or even cheaper, just color photocopy some beautiful children's book illustrations and pop it in an ikea frame and you have instant art for your walls. stick with one artist, say Eric Carle or Maurice Sendak and then you have an instant "theme" to your room.

[Anonymous]

All we got was a set of sheets--you're not supposed to use the quilts and bumpers anyway (well, bumpers are debatable).

[Anonymous]

I'm expecting my first and did want to have some cute stuff for the nursery, but I was able to find a 4-piece set (bumper, skirt, fitted sheet and quilt) at TJ Maxx for $60. There were also a matching blanket, changing pad cover and diaper stacker available--each for under $10. I'd never pay full price for these things (esp a diaper stacker) but they were so inexpensive I went for it. Just so you keep in mind that there are good deals to be found even if you want to go the matching bedding route.

Oh, and I found an ultimate crib sheet for $10 at TJ Maxx! They're $20 at most stores, so it's an awesome deal.

[Anonymous]

Here are the facts, Jack:

1. Forget the sets unless you really like the look.

2. Bumpers are just plain unattractive. Never fit the damn crib right anyway.

3. Ruffles = wha-at?

4. Best soft sheets are used sheets because they've been washed and washed and washed....

5. You will probably want:
* mattress
* soft mattress cover with a very, very little amt of padding. Do not make this waterproof. The plastic will make noise and could make baby hot in summertime.
* soft baby blanket for when baby turns around 1 year or older.
* sleep sacks. They're GREAT!

I do recommend a very comfy rocking chair with a leg-rest. Gliders are fine but not necessary. Someone will be waking up in the middle of the night and will want someplace to sit down.

[Anonymous]

The only thing you end up using is the fitted sheet! I bought some fitted ones on Ebay (new) and a bumper from Ikea that I covered in a similiar cover.