Babies spend a lot of time in their cribs. As a place to sleep, nap and play, a crib becomes a special haven for an infant, especially when the rest of the baby's room is decorated with care. A bed canopy helps to beautify this little world while also providing the infant with a greater sense of enclosure. Providing a crib with a baby canopy is a wonderful way to give your baby a sense of security within her surroundings. A bed canopy is easily attached to a crib that comes with four posts or spindles to support each corner. A bed canopy can function as a delicate "roof" to a crib or can enclose the entire top of a crib, preventing a baby from wandering or falling.
What to Look for
Bed canopy cribs come in a variety of styles, including rectangular and the newer round shapes. The cribs can be made of wood, iron or sturdy plastic and come with four posts from which the bed canopy hangs. Look for a bed canopy that is easy to wash. Bed canopies come in both classic and modern styles. The look of your baby's nursery should dictate the style of your decor, so take this into consideration when shopping for the perfect crib and canopy combination. Bed canopies come in a huge range of patterns and designs, including Disney creations, animal patterns, stars and flowers. Choose the look that creates a special world for your little one and that color-coordinates with the walls of your baby's room.
Common Pitfalls
If you buy a delicate, lacy bed canopy for your baby's crib, make sure that when laundering, you wash it by hand in cold water and then press it with a warm iron. Take care that your bed canopy is attached to the crib appropriately. Excess loose material can be dangerous to an infant, so make sure that fabric is well out of harm's way. Fabric should be fire-retardant and made of soft material.
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