A port a crib is another excellent option for the baby years. Well you certainly don't need all of them.

When buying a bed for your child, you have two stages to consider. Bassinets and cradles make an excellent first bed but these can only be used for a couple months. Stage one is the "baby stage" starting at birth and lasting until about the age of two. With so many beds on the market, how do you choose the right one for your child and do you need all of them. The baby will feel secure but will outgrow them quickly. If you have more money than you know what to do with, you may choose to buy your child every type of bed out there.

However, if you are looking for a way to save money, you can plan well and use one or two beds for the entire time your child is at home. During the "baby stage", the most important consideration is the safety of the baby. These cribs can go anywhere you go making it easy to have the baby with you.

The second stage is the "growing child stage" starting around age two and lasting until age eighteen.