It’s a fact that babies love to sleep. That's why it's so imperative to select the right baby crib for the nursery The question is…which baby cribs are the best? The answer to that is…there are many good baby cribs that will meet your needs. You just need to know the secret to finding the perfect crib for your baby.

Tip #1: When hunting for baby cribs, don't make your selection based on beauty alone. Do your research!

There are so many cribs nowadays that offer incredible beauty, lovely finishes and interesting designs, but just because a crib is sensational that doesn’t mean that it’s right for your baby’s nursery. It's important to do research about the manufacturer, building process, materials used and recalls.

Tip #2: Learn everything you can about the manufacturer.

If there’s a crib brand that you like then start by looking online to see if you can find information about the crib manufacturer. Find out how long the company has been in business. Research their crib making process. Find out what type of materials they use including: wood, glues and chemicals. If you want an eco-friendly crib then make sure that they’re an eco-friendly manufacturer. Consider also checking to see if their cribs have earned a JPMA safety certification.

Tip #3: Research recalls on all baby cribs in the last several years.

You can go to CPSC.gov and look up crib recalls to see if that manufacturer has had any major recalls in the last few years. But, just because they do have cribs that were recalled doesn't rule them out completely. You’ll want to look at which cribs had recalls and why. Then check to see how the manufacturer handled the recalls and make sure that the crib you’re looking at isn’t on any recall list.

Tip #4: Decide which features and options are most important to you in a baby crib.

Once you decide on the specific brand of crib you want then it’s time to pick out important features and options. Create a list of the most important things you want in a baby crib. If you really want a trundle drawer then write it on your list. If you want an attachable changing station, put that down. Then look to see which features and options come with the cribs you list best. This will help you narrow down your choices to just a few or just one crib.

Tip #5: Measure the nursery carefully.

Once you know that the crib is a quality baby bed and made by a reputable company, it’s time to measure, measure, measure. Measure the nursery and then check the baby crib’s dimensions to make sure it will fit. Also decide what other furnishings you need and make sure you can fit those into the space with the crib in the room. There are mini cribs, standard cribs and convertible cribs which all come in different sizes, so make sure to get one that’s just right for your baby’s space.

Tip #6: Once you’ve done the research, picked the options and measured the space it’s time to place your order.

Getting a complete nursery set is always a smart choice. This eliminates the chances of pieces not matching in color and style. It might say that the crib is cherry and you might find a cherry changing table somewhere else, but the two cherry finishes could be different, making the pair look awkward in the room. If you get a full set you know you’re getting furnishings that all offer the same quality, color and style that will make decorating the nursery a cinch.