Video How to Choose a Crib Mobile

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Don't get caught up in trying to find a mobile that matches your nursery. Babies don't give a lick about decor. The right mobile is one that's safe and entertaining.

Step 1: Bright colors
Look for bold patterns and bright, contrasting colors. You may have heard that babies only like black and white

Step 2: Objects face downward
Make sure that the images or objects that hang from the mobile face downward, so your baby can see them.

Tip
Some mobiles revolve, play music, or perform other stunts. Be sure to check your baby's reaction to these features before settling on a mobile. And always avoid flashing lights

Step 3: Avoid sharp & breakable
Inspect the dangling objects themselves. Avoid anything with sharp edges or small parts that could break off and make their way into your baby

Step 4: Inspect strings
Inspect the length of the strings the objects dangle from

Step 5: Check connection
Examine how the mobile connects to the crib. Make sure the connection is secure and stable, with sturdy clamps or heavy-duty Velcro. Ideally, you should be able to swing the mobile out away from the crib when it's time for baby to sleep.

Tip
Once a baby can push up on her hands and knees, remove the mobile from her crib. She could reach it and pull it down.

Step 6: Attach to crib
Once you find a mobile that fits the bill, attach it to the crib and watch your baby

Did You Know?
By 3 to 4 months, a baby should be able to track a moving object