What's the difference between this crib and the lightweight one? Other than the more expensive one has no mattress and cheaper one comes w/ thin canr
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Telly, I agree, The one we bought only has two positions all the way up for newborns and all the way down for toddlers. We had a terrible time putting this thing up as the instructions confusing. However we like the crib very much and have gotten good use for it. P/S We fold it up and slide it under our bed till we need it.
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I love this crib, I'm the grama so don't use it on a daily basis but it suits my needs just fine. The thin mattress is ok cuz they say not to use one that is more than 3" and I can't find one of those.
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The more expensive one has two positions--one up high for a newborn and then can be lowered when the child is older and pulling him/herself up on the railing. Although the picture for the lightweight shows two positions, I don't think they are the same. Also, the mattress pad is too thin--you really need to purchase the 3" pad. Hope this helps. We have been very happy with this purchase for our grandchild.
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You don't need an additional mattress for the crib for the first few months. but when your baby gets about 4 or 5 months and gets a little bigger a thicker mattress makes all the difference to get them to nap in the pack and play. Our little one loves the thicker mattress and we are less stressed out thinking that he might hurt himself when he is tumbling around.
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I think mattress is comfortable not soft soft, with proper sheet( tight) I think is safe, my daughter loves to sleep in it:) and travel crib light 2 looks different it has fabric on the bottom thats why some people are afraid to put babys there. My type ( older version)has only net.
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The box spring one is thinner. The mattress or is much better material and has a towel like material top which makes it comfortable in all seasons. You don't need something as nice for the box spring.
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I have used both, closed cell foam sleeping pads. Thicker than the lightweight, backpacker versions. Also used thinner air mattresses....I prefer the additional foam pad over the thin air mattress...Refer to the COT you buy specs for interior size in inches. Buy or cut a pad to fit....I cut one...
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You will need a crib mattress for that one, and this is a mattress for a pack n play. They are much different in size. On a side note... I have the same crib for my baby who just turned one and the crib is missing an excessive amount of finish on the inside of the crib. The finish is not durable at all. But I do love the crib and would buy it again.
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Neither...it's similar to a crib mattress, but it's only an inch or so thick...basically it's foam covered by vinyl/plastic
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The mattress is thin. We placed a baby quilt in the portable which our nephew liked and is comfortable. Otherwise all is okay with the play pen.
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Any standard crib mattress will work (we used a Sealey orthopedic), but when you try to covert it to the toddler bed it requires a larger size mattress that is no longer made, and is impossible to find. I have looked all over the internet trying to find the mattress that this crib requires. I found one site that carried it, it was discontinued, and it had a list price over $200. As I listed in my other review, this a great crib until you want to use the convertible option.
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On a board, the crib come with a mattress but it's to thin so you have to get it separate but the crib it great I love it!
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The "mattress" portion is the same size as a regular crib mattress, the "walls" are a few inches wide on each side as well as top and bottom. What I liked about this one vs. another more expensive version is the fact that it's essentially all one piece. My 3 year old loves it and when her 4 year old friend came for a sleep over, she slept great too! Great purchase, I would recommend.
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You have to buy them separately. Some are cheaper than others, depending on the thickness that you want. The guard rails on the top are not very high so a thinner mattress is best.
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Takes a standard twin mattress...Walmart has some foam ones. Sams club has nicer mattresses low cost.
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Yes Genevieve I have its very light,I just slide it out my room into the living room from time to time. I love this crib!
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I bought the Invacare bed, and it came with a mattress. Cheaper all-around and was a fine bed.
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The crib is easy to fold up, but only the crib sides fold in for storage (i.e. it gets thinner not shorter). In other words, the length of the crib stays the same, the legs do not fold. It is nothing like a pack in play that folds into a small rectangle. That being said, if you had a really big SUV this could potentially fit in the back (you may have to fold down the seats). The mattress that comes with this crib is very thin and comparable to a pack and play mattress. However, I purchased a thicker pad/mattress and my daughter seemed to like it fine. I would think that purchasing a thicker pad that would fit into your pack and play may be the best idea if you are looking to travel a lot. Hope this helps! The crib is easy to fold up, but only the crib sides fold in for storage (i.e. it gets thinner not shorter). In other words, the length of the crib stays the same, the legs do not fold. It is nothing like a pack in play that folds into a small rectangle. That being said, if you had a really big SUV this could potentially fit in the back (you may have to fold down the seats). The mattress that comes with this crib is very thin and comparable to a pack and play mattress. However, I purchased a thicker pad/mattress and my daughter seemed to like it fine. I would think that purchasing a... » Read More The crib is easy to fold up, but only the crib sides fold in for storage (i.e. it gets thinner not shorter). In other words, the length of the crib stays the same, the legs do not fold. It is nothing like a pack in play that folds into a small rectangle. That being said, if you had a really big SUV this could potentially fit in the back (you may have to fold down the seats). The mattress that comes with this crib is very thin and comparable to a pack and play mattress. However, I purchased a thicker pad/mattress and my daughter seemed to like it fine. I would think that purchasing a thicker pad that would fit into your pack and play may be the best idea if you are looking to travel a lot. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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The mini crib does not have the same support system of metal springs like its full sized sibling. The mattress will sit on a plywood board. My daughter is big for her age and very rambunctious and often will jump herself to sleep for naps. The mini crib works well even though I was hesitant on the wood base. We use it over at my mom's house so its not her primary bed. Works well without complaints or issues 2 years now.