SIL strikes again!

[catnapper]

This must be one of "those days"

We have been waiting for weeks for my SIL to bring over the crib she promised us. Its supposedly top of the line and in perfect condition. We saw one at a second hand shop for $40 that was EXACTLY what Ashley wanted, but didn't get it because we were getting this free crib. We waited and waited, all the while KNOWING that this wonderful, marvelous, top of the line crib would be a bust. Well it came today... and we should have just followed our instincts and bought the $40 crib (and before you ask, yes the $40 crib was up to standards and passed all the safety check points we know about)

Whats wrong you ask? Well, first, its missing half the hardware, which is fine since its mostly screws and we can replace those. Second, its missing one castor (the rolly wheels on the bottom of the crib), which is fine if you remove the other 3. The one plate that holds up the mattress was yanked off and the screws left half-in, half-out with jagged edges exposed because they apparently stripped the screws getting the plate off for storage. The hardware that makes the side rail go up and down is completely missing. One whole edge of the siderail is splinted and cracked.... need I go on?

There's NO WAY this crib is safe enough for a baby!

So now the $40 crib is long gone, and the cheapest we can find is $100. Sigh. I feel sick for trusting them.... and now I'm sick because I have to politely tell them the reasons we're not using their crib. I KNOW they are going to think these are made up reasons and say that we never really wanted the crib to start with. Thias is so typical of SIL to do something like this.

[caseysmom]

If Ashley has a bassinet or if you can borrow a bassinet that will be fine for a few months while you look for a crib, maybe you can keep looking around.

[catnapper]

If Ashley has a bassinet or if you can borrow a bassinet that will be fine for a few months while you look for a crib, maybe you can keep looking around.

I had considered using the pack and play - plus my mom bought Ash a bassinette type swing thingie (don't know the official name for it)

But I was SO hoping to have everything done in time for the shower so everyone can see the nursery.... I know, I think I'm Superwoman or something.

I guess its just because its one more thing my SIL did to frustrate me. If if was anyone else, I would most likely just shrug it off and say it was worth a try. I swear hubby's sisters are always on the lookout to do something that they know will annoy us, then when we say something they act all hurt as if they are being condemned for something, when all they were doing is trying to help

[caseysmom]

I would call her up and say "hey do you mind coming over to help setup this (piece of crap)...hehe just kidding....say I'll make lunch for you I just really can't seem to figure this out, it seems to be missing pieces but it may just be me"

The first few months babies don't need much room, I kept mine in bassinets in my room near me the first few months.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

How silly!! I am so sorry for the missed bargain!!

[Muddy4paws]

OK I'm gunna be honest here, You dont offer stuff that isnt useable, Especially the splinters! you should say thanks but we decided to use something we wouldnt get hurt on, if they play up about it, let them.. its your grandbaby you need to look out for not their feelings.

Have you tried online for a crib? maybe ask around some baby forums for any deals other mums have found?

[Husky_mom]

even though i had a crib when my baby was born i used a bassinet thingy and put it next to me on the bed, that way i didnt smash the baby and he was next to me all time..........

what was your SIL thinking??!! ohhh maybe she thought you needed some wood for the chimney.......... LOL sorry for my comment but it really makes anyone mad to see plans frustrated by someone you were supposed to count on..........