Caring for little ones means reaching into a crib countless times throughout the day—whether you’re laying them down for a nap, picking them up, or simply offering a little comfort.
For years, drop-side cribs made those everyday moments easier by lowering one side of the crib and reducing how far caregivers had to reach. But after multiple serious safety incidents, traditional drop-side cribs were banned in the U.S. in 2011 after concerns that moving components could fail or create dangerous gaps.
That doesn’t mean caregiver comfort and convenience need fall by the wayside. The Starling Avery SafeAccess™ Mini Crib takes a more thoughtful approach, with an innovative access gate that brings little ones closer and helps reduce the need to bend and reach deeply into the crib—all while maintaining a secure sleep space.
Rather than allowing an entire crib side to slide up and down, the upper portion of the crib opens to create a more comfortable access point for caregivers. The gate is specifically designed to require intentional adult operation, helping prevent accidental opening during use. Once opened, it reduces the distance caregivers need to reach over the crib rail when placing baby down or picking them up.
It’s a simple idea with a meaningful benefit: easier everyday access without sacrificing the secure structure you expect from a modern daycare crib.
Four Key Benefits of the SafeAccess Crib
Designed to make everyday care feel a little easier, the Avery SafeAccess Mini Crib pairs caregiver-friendly access with a compact footprint, dependable construction, and thoughtful features that bring added convenience to daily routines.
1. Reduces Caregiver Strain
Lifting babies in and out of cribs happens all day long at childcare centers. The SafeAccess™ gate brings little ones within easier reach, so caregivers don’t have to bend as far over a full-height crib rail when picking babies up or laying them down. By helping keep babies closer to the caregiver’s body, Avery makes everyday routines feel a little easier and more comfortable on the back, shoulders and arms.
2. Value Pricing
Avery is priced more than $100 below comparable cribs from competing brands while still delivering the dependable, professional-grade quality Starling prides itself on. It’s simply a better value—giving you more confidence in your crib without spending more on it.
3. Strong Construction
Crafted from solid wood with sturdy construction, Avery is built to stand up to everyday use. Its secure design offers a modern alternative to traditional drop-side cribs while meeting applicable ASTM, CPSIA, and federal crib safety requirements.
4. Convenient Features
Avery includes:
- A supportive mattress with an adjustable mattress board height to adapt as little ones grow
- Clear end panels for open visibility and easier supervision
- Integrated teething rail to help protect both the crib and children's gums
- Smooth-rolling casters that make it easy to reposition the crib, with locking casters for added stability when in use
Easier Access, Thoughtfully Designed
The Avery SafeAccess Mini Crib was created around a simple goal: make caring for little ones easier without compromising the safety of their sleep space.
With its innovative access gate, compact design and dependable construction, Avery brings thoughtful functionality to the everyday moments that matter most.
Explore the Avery SafeAccess Mini Crib and discover nursery essentials raised to a higher standard.