Love this product but now our son is too big, anyone have any luck getting their babies to sleep in the crib after using this? No luck here.
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I put the pod and my son in the crib for a couple of nights then just transitioned him out of the Pod still in the crib. But if he can get out already don't do this! I would just lay him flat and let him cry it out for a few nights. They adjust quickly to change.
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I always had my baby sleep in her crib at night, but for the daytime for naps she slept in the podster. She did not have too much trouble transitioning to the crib for naps around 5 months.
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Yes. A paci and a backrub does it for us. Try swaddling. The podster warms them.
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Here's what I did: Step 1: Put the podster in the crib for a while (a few weeks). Step 2: Put two rolled-up blankets under the sheet in the crib to simulate the podster. Step 3: Took out one of the rolled up blankets. Step 4: Put baby flat in crib. The whole process took several weeks, but it worked!
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We always used the podster for naps and pack n play for night. When she started sliding out of the podster and sitting up in it (around 6 1/2 months), we switched to the PNP for naps too. Although we have a crib, my baby prefers the PNP, I think because it's cozier--like the podster. Try swaddling, but your baby just may need a few days to get used to sleeping in the crib.
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I would give it a try. My son is a little over 8 months. People tend to think he is younger because he is on the smaller side. He is a very active sleeper so it doesnt work well at night anymore, he usually ends up beside it etc.. But, we still use it for diaper changes, hc, swing etc so he's not flat on his head.the part where his head would rest is about 7 inches across in the middle if that helps. If it doesn't work u could save for another baby or loan/give away but I would try it. We will use it as long as possible, I'm sure he appriciates the extra cushion:)
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My daughter was about the same size at 7 months old. I was desperate for sleep so I tried this but she hated it and it did not work for us. However, all babies are different so you may have a better experience!
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Wondering if this worked for your child, or if you found something better? I am looking for a solution to the same problem with my son. Thanks!
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No that is the only thing that totally bums me out. But I haven't found a product like it that will stay on continuously. You can set it to turn on to the babies cry, which works very well, it responds super fast to my boys cries. The nice thing is I have twins so if one cries it turns on the others and keeps that baby asleep!! LOL
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I know this message is over a year old, but S. Donley, wondering if you ever tried the canopies from co-sleeper and if either the mini or original worked with the travel lite crib? If not, did you ever find another good solution? Have the same issue - need to keep out curious kitties!!
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Ours is long gone, but had the same problem. Have no answer, just keep putting it back on. I guess you can try to glue it. That thing was a life saver. Plop the kid in and you can get some things done. Both kids loved it, especially when starting to walk.
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The XL-twin that we own will not fit the length of the bed, width is fine, but length is a no go. I had hoped on using my old XL-twin but it looks like repurposing an older mattress isn't going to happen - had to buy two regular twins but it does save on sheet costs!
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We never had that issue esp. when our son was an infant. Now that he is 18 months, he is all over the crib anyway, but the mattress did not pose a risk;
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Agree with the below ... A crib mattress would be too big and bulky to fit inside. Good suggestion about getting a foam insert. Hadn't thought about since my son seems to sleep fine on it the way it is.
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I would not put it on a tummy sleeper. Once my baby started rolling over, it would leave a little red mark on his tummy or it would fall off. I used it until he started rolling over, and now I use the under the mattress monitor instead.
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Hi Minnie, I wonder if you find out (or purchased) the bed frame to convert this crib to a full size bed?... I have the same situation right now, my daughter is excited about getting a bigger bed and I would like to use this crib since I like the design a lot! I searched on Graco's website to find a compatible part that fits the crib (don't take any chance), and found it but haven't ordered it yet. Could you please, tell me if you were able to find the part, and provide more details about it? I wish the specif. would include this as well :(Many thanks in advanced!Yiliam.
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I used with my son when he was about 6 weeks old and he slept good with it. I would say ask your pediatrician if you think it is too early for your baby to use it.
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Question- will a pac n play mattress fit inside of this tent? I have twin 2.5 year olds. In toddler beds (cribs with front rail removed) One rolls around a lot. Tried the shrinks brand air mattress recently. The rail wasn't tall enough, or it wasn't comfortable for them. For whatever reason, 3 nights in a row of getting up multiple times..
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My baby has also gotten more and more difficult to change as she's gotten older (she is 10 months now). Unfortunately, she's been able to thrash free of the Velcro when the strap is used as a swaddle for quite a while. And if I simply use it around her waist she can undo it by hand. I don't find the swaddle strap useful for her as she rolls and scoots and arches. All that sometimes helps is giving her something distracting (like my phone or keys). In short, it's a fine changing pad, but has no magic for a larger baby who doesn't want to be changed.
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I have th same issue. This is my only issue tho. I think as long as it doesn't slide around while my babies sit on it then I can live with resetting it. Shy of using duct tape, not sure anything can be done. I think the company should create a tighter or permanent fit.... and recall the loose ones to be exchanged for a better fit at no cost. Because the toddler seat is recessed in the Ltd there is really no reason for it to be removable.
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Hello, we were both very disapointed with this product and we have used it once or twice. We purchased it after reading so many great reviews and actually did see many people with this product. For us at least it has never been comfortable. We tried every single position and called the company to ensure nothing that we were doing was wrong. The only feedback we got was that we seem to be tall and perhaps that took a toll on our backs and the fit. My suggestion would be try it at a store. Put your baby in it and walk around to see if it works for you. For us the BJORN was altogether a better solution. Allowed more flexibility (facing front and back) and more air for the baby to breath. Hello, we were both very disapointed with this product and we have used it once or twice. We purchased it after reading so many great reviews and actually did see many people with this product. For us at least it has never been comfortable. We tried every single position and called the company to ensure nothing that we were doing was wrong. The only feedback we got was that we seem to be tall and perhaps that took a toll on our backs and the fit. My suggestion would be try it at a store. Put your baby in it and walk around to see if it works for you. For us the BJORN was altogether a better... » Read More Hello, we were both very disapointed with this product and we have used it once or twice. We purchased it after reading so many great reviews and actually did see many people with this product. For us at least it has never been comfortable. We tried every single position and called the company to ensure nothing that we were doing was wrong. The only feedback we got was that we seem to be tall and perhaps that took a toll on our backs and the fit. My suggestion would be try it at a store. Put your baby in it and walk around to see if it works for you. For us the BJORN was altogether a better solution. Allowed more flexibility (facing front and back) and more air for the baby to breath. « Show Less