New vs used: baby crib

[NewmumBeth]

Hi all, I’ve seen somone near me who is giving their old baby cot away on fb marketplace for free . It’s just the cot , not the mattress but after some googling seems standard sizing (its mother are brand) so I can source a mattress new . Is this something you would steal clear of though ?
i feel somethings people say preloved is fine and other things - for peace of mind it has to be new etc . I’m first time mum to be and just trying to do things right but also consider not spending loads of money on a new crib if preloved is fine?

It's absolutely fine, as long as any fabric looks in good condition, not mouldy or damp, all structurally sound. Definitely you will need a brand new mattress though.

I did this, I cleaned it all down very thoroughly and bought a brand new mattress.

Totally fine imo, we used a second hand bedside crib, and were handed down a cot bed from my BIL and SIL who had used it for their two kids. Just got new mattresses for both and they’ve served us well!

Sounds absolutely fine.

Fine

Absolutely fine! I bought my snuzpod second hand and sold it on when I was done to a friend. She had it for her kids and sold it on again!
no need to buy new