How difficult is it to remove it from a crib and use free-standing? We travel a lot and I'm looking for something on crib at home, but to that removes when traveling...
1538862
not difficult at all. It got to a point when my little one was about a year and she was able to unhook it herself from the crib.... it now sits on her dresser.
1538863
It has very simple straps that slip through and snap. You know the plastic tabs that pop through the hole... We take it off and take it everywhere! Another thing I adore is the heartbeat setting for the tiny ones. Did I mention how much I adore the sleep timer settings to save battery life? The design was really well thought out!
1538864
It is very easy. The sound machine is attached my two plastic straps and a string at the bottom.
1538865
It's really not that hard. There are two straps on the back that you clip around the crib
1538866
It is really easy to use freestanding, it comes with a stand but you don't need it because it stands on it's own. It actually doesn't stay on the crib very well sowe only use it freestanding.
1538867
Super easy. But I took mine off after throwing away the instructions and can't figure out how to put it back on because I didn't put it on personally. I've just left it free standing ever since.
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That is a nice little side benefit. It doesn't make it impossible, so a determined kid (especially a tall one) could probably still get out, but it certainly makes it more of a challenge. They simply can't freely throw their legs up like they can without one (though, the kind without feet holes are even more effective.) Our 26 month old hasn't gotten out yet and I would attribute that, at least in part, to the fact that she still sleeps in one. She will likely get a toddler bed before ever climbing out of her crib (she still sleeps well in it, so we haven't felt compelled to transition her yet.) That is a nice little side benefit. It doesn't make it impossible, so a determined kid (especially a tall one) could probably still get out, but it certainly makes it more of a challenge. They simply can't freely throw their legs up like they can without one (though, the kind without feet holes are even more effective.) Our 26 month old hasn't gotten out yet and I would attribute that, at least in part, to the fact that she still sleeps in one. She will likely get a toddler bed before ever climbing out of her crib (she still sleeps well in it, so we haven't felt compelled to transition her... » Read More That is a nice little side benefit. It doesn't make it impossible, so a determined kid (especially a tall one) could probably still get out, but it certainly makes it more of a challenge. They simply can't freely throw their legs up like they can without one (though, the kind without feet holes are even more effective.) Our 26 month old hasn't gotten out yet and I would attribute that, at least in part, to the fact that she still sleeps in one. She will likely get a toddler bed before ever climbing out of her crib (she still sleeps well in it, so we haven't felt compelled to transition her yet.) « Show Less
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Honestly, we have this item attached to our crib that has been converted to a toddler day bed, but it's definitely a safety hazard if your are the overly cautious sort. It isn't installed properly (we had to use zip ties!) and It's almost but not quite as long as the crib itself- which means there's the slightest possibility their head/neck could get stuck. We have it on our 2.5 y/o's convertible crib but it's definitely not a great fit.
1320897
Looking at mine, it looks as though you can completely unzip and take off the entire top bumper and mesh bottom (sides) of crib. The base or mattress can be surfaced washed. It does not come with a crib sheet, but you could always purchase one which would then be removable and you could machine wash it. Hopefully that helps!
1703002
I haven't tried to remove it, it DOES NOT interfere with folding or standing it up on its end, it is quite sturdy!
771636
Once my toddler started standing up, I removed it from his crib so he doesn't use it as a step to climb out. However, once he transitions to a toddler bed, I think I'll put it back in
1160588
It pops off on the sides. Maybe take it off and try to open it that way!?! Hopefully that helps. It's a wonderful travel system.
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We have a "mini crib" and we have used it for a little over a year now. We have not had any issues. It's very good quality.
801162
I have it for my daughter and she loves it! You could use it until your baby can stand up and reach it. If you lower the crib, you could still use it.
1279766
I have it next to my bed but the sides won't come off. You will most likely have to stand up to get your baby. You might want to review safety guidelines before getting a craddle/crib that has the side coming off feature as it is not recommended.
2030052
Maybe to warn you not to put it in the crib with an infant? It has a handle to hang on the rail of a crib but I am thinking that if you lay it right in their with a tiny baby they could smother themselves with it. It doesn't have any parts that could fall of or anything like that.
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I had another crib previously that was on wheels and that one was definitely more portable in that it wheeled. I move this one all the time from room to room and it is fairly easy to scoot and/or pull, but not as easy as if it were on wheels. The plus side is that it is extremely solid and sturdy - much more so than some I have seen on wheels.
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Dear Mathew, please tell me how you did it. My brother bought one similar to this one for my daughter but apparently it is way to big to take abroad. I wonder if you were able to dismantle it. Thanks!
1431554
You can remove the changing table once you make it into a twin bed. But while using it as a crib or daybed the changing table has to stay connected.
523602
We didn't remove ours, but all the luggage we used were soft bags and sleeping bags, so everything just molded around them. If you are using hard suitcases, it might not be great.
1794542
There seems to be a female end within the actual wood of the crib sides that the screw is tightened into to hold the mattress up. I used the crib at the highest adjustment and to now the toddler bed. It's been moved twice and has held up very well with no damage or stripping, spluttering, or cause of uneasy.
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We just purchased the only one Babies R Us had. The main bed platform is padded so you can use it without; we decided to purchase one because we used this as our main bed for a while before our babies moved into a full sized crib. I wouldn't recommend using one once they start rolling.