While those plush bumpers may be cute, keeping your crib safe means keeping it pretty basic. All your child needs for a safe sleep environment is a tight-fitting crib sheet atop a firm crib mattress. You’ll want to skip the extras — pillows, stuffed animals, quilts, blankets, etc. — until your child is older.
Where you position the crib is important, too. Avoid placing it near windows, corded blinds, outlets, or any other safety hazards. Always place your baby on their back to sleep.