Where could one go to purchase Simplicity brand cribs?

1. Why are so many cribs out of stock?
2. Why are drop side cribs banned?
3. What can I do with an old drop side crib?
4. How many babies have died from drop-side cribs?
5. Is it safe to use a 30 year old crib?
6. Can you sell a crib with drop down side?
7. Do cribs expire?
8. How much should you spend on a crib?
9. How long do kids sleep in cribs?

Why are so many cribs out of stock?

These factories are where many supplies come from, leading to many items not being shipped to us. Without any exterior workers allowed in, this prevents any exterior quality control people from coming in. Since furniture cannot be checked to ensure safety, it cannot be shipped out.

Why are drop side cribs banned?

Dec. 15, 2010 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission is banning cribs with drop-down sides because they have been blamed for the deaths of at least 32 infants since 2001. ... The new rules also will prohibit drop-side crib use at motels, hotels, and child care facilities.

What can I do with an old drop side crib?

Answer: Assuming you have access to a city or county dump (you did not provide an address in your question), you should dispose of the crib there, said a spokeswoman for the Consumer Product Safety Commission. “It should be disassembled at the time,” she emphasized.

How many babies have died from drop-side cribs?

When that happens, it can create a dangerous "V"-like gap between the mattress and side rail where a baby can get caught and suffocate or strangle. In all, drop-side cribs have been blamed in the deaths of at least 32 infants and toddlers since 2000 and are suspected in another 14 infant fatalities.

Is it safe to use a 30 year old crib?

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends against using a secondhand crib. If you do, they recommend not using a crib that is more than 10 years old. ... Also, cribs that have been assembled, disassembled and reassembled over time may have worn out hardware, which can loosen, making the crib unsafe.

Can you sell a crib with drop down side?

Today, it's illegal to use or sell drop-side cribs — either new or secondhand. They're also not permitted for use in business or community settings, even if they have been equipped with immobilizing hardware meant to stop the sliding functionality.

Do cribs expire?

Although cribs don't technically expire (unlike car seats, which have an expiration date printed on them, according to Parenting), safety regulations do change and recalls occasionally happen, as well. ... These updated rules prohibited the sale of any cribs with a side that drops down.

How much should you spend on a crib?

What's the average cost of a baby crib? Depending on the brand and quality you decide to go for, expect to spend anywhere from $100 to $1000 for a new crib. However, you'll have more than enough quality options between $200-500.

How long do kids sleep in cribs?

"The typical age span for the crib is 4 months to 3 years," Dana Stone, infant and toddler sleep consultant with Rest Assured Consulting tells Romper. "This transition has a lot to do with mental maturity. Children under the age of 3 tend to have a hard time understanding the concept of 'stay in bed.