Like a Lot the Port a Cot

It is true that many high dollar big pieces of baby equipment do not stand the test of time ... Many baby items are used for a short time and then forgotten (like the swing that was passed on to us in like new condition and that we are passing on in the same condition).

We did not research the topic enough when searching for a car seat because we were pressed for time .... and we are now faced with purchasing a new high dollar car seat even though our other one is still in perfect condition ... (baby has out grown the one we bought originally)

One high dollar and nice piece of baby equipment that does not have a usage expiration is my Port a Cot. Once my port a cot or "play pen" has been used for it's intended purpose of being a portable crib and nap time place it will then be used for a safe place for "time outs" ......  Later it could be used for a safe haven for puppies or kittens or such ... or maybe it could even be a "toy box" to store stuffed animals and such in ! Such a versatile piece of equipment ! Worth the initial investment ...

We also researched and purchased a sleeping crib that was just as versatile .... It was a high dollar item also, so we bought a sleeping crib that would stand the test of time and last us for years. The baby crib will convert when our boy is ready for a toddler bed with guard rails to keep our boy from rolling out .... and going from baby crib to toddler bed will fit the same mattress ! No extra purchases ! Then later in life the whole frame converts into a head board for a full bed and at that time we will need to purchase a new mattress and frame  ....

When purchasing high dollar items necessary for babies, do your research and find items that will stand the test of time ...... items that you can use for years ....... Find items that are transitional ... and can be used for multiple purposes .......

Because life changes so quickly and our needs do too ....... It is important to research and choose baby items that last ...........