This convertible crib exceeds national safety standards and looks good — it's the perfect piece if you want something that you can convert to a toddler or day bed

• The Babyletto Jubilee 3-in-1 Convertible Metal Crib is one of those rare pieces of baby furniture where you don't have to sacrifice design for practicality.
• With its solid construction and ability to convert from a crib to toddler bed or daybed, it could easily take your child from birth through kindergarten.
• The functionality of this Babyletto crib for a short mom is amazing.
• I'm 5-foot-2, and at the lowest height setting, I'm still able to gently lay a sleeping baby down without waking.

While I was dreaming up a nursery for my second baby, I knew that our space would be shared. She would be joining me in my office, a small room that would only fit my wall-mounted desk, a rocking chair, and her crib.

Crib options are endless and really run the gamut in price and style, from the $99 Ikea version to $2,500 lucite works of art. They must all pass the same safety standards, though, so it really does come down to your aesthetic preference and budget.

Because I knew I'd be looking at this crib for hours every day, I wanted it to be something that really brought me joy, so I opted for Babyletto's Jubilee 3-in-1 Convertible Metal Crib in gold, which was gifted to me by Babyletto for a nursery reveal. After more than a year with this crib, I believe it's worth every penny. I still get a tinge of excitement every single time I open the door to my daughter's nursery and see those shiny gold bars.

This Babyletto convertible crib is well-designed and practical

Founded in 2010, Babyletto's modern designs give a nod to the midcentury style that has stood the test of time. The company's vision puts a playful twist on classic pieces of furniture. Things you might think of as boring — a crib, a dresser — are designed with a bit of whimsy in mind.

The Jubilee 3-in-1 is a standout. I'm a product reviewer and first saw the crib when I attended the JPMA Baby Show 2018, before it was on the market. It stopped me in my tracks.

The architecture of the crib is a classic design: sleek, metal bars with curved lines that draw your eyes around the piece. What stands out is the shiny, deep gold color. It's furniture, sure, but it's also a conversation piece. It's one of those rare occasions where you don't have to sacrifice design for practicality or vice versa. The Jubilee excels in both.

The Jubilee has four height settings for the mattress and can also be converted into a toddler or day bed with a purchase of the conversion kit for $99. This crib could easily take your child from birth through kindergarten.

The functionality of this crib for a short mom is amazing. I'm 5-foot-2, and at the lowest height setting, I'm still able to gently lay a sleeping baby down without waking. With a few other cribs, like the one at my in-laws, I've basically had to drop my sleeping baby down the last inch because I just couldn't reach.

It's sturdy and exceeds national safety requirements

The Jubilee crib is constructed with plated metal made of iron. A crib made of iron is as heavy as you might imagine: assembled, it weighs 62 pounds.

One of the most thoughtful construction elements from a design standpoint is that the mattress support system is made of the same gold-plated metal as the rest of the crib. That means you don't have to purchase a crib skirt to cover up often ugly mechanics. Unlike many new cribs that require a proprietary mattress, the Jubilee fits a standard-size crib mattress as long as it's no more than 6 inches thick.

In terms of safety, Babyletto cribs are some of the best on the market. Not only do they meet and exceed American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International and US Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) standards, the company has also devised its own stringent safety measures that go beyond industry standards.

National standard safety requirements say the crib slats have to hold 80 pounds; Babyletto cribs like the Jubilee can hold 135 pounds. Total lead content in any Babyletto product is less than 0.001% and phthalates are undetectable.

Babyletto prioritizes sustainability

As much as I enjoy keeping my environmental footprint as small as possible, a crib is one thing I believe really should be purchased new to make sure it's up to snuff with current regulations.

For eco-conscious families, Babyletto goes one step further. Wooden products are made with sustainable New Zealand pine and metal products are lead and phthalate free with nontoxic finishes — which is important, because babies put everything (yes, even crib rails) in their mouths.

The Jubilee is delivered in recycled cardboard packaging. The company really practices what it preaches. According to its website, it also boasts big victories at all of its facilities: solar panels, vehicle charging stations, and extensive recycling programs.

The potential cons

Because the crib is heavy, weighing in at more than 60 pounds, putting it together is definitely a two-person job. The heft is a welcome addition in my house, as my daughters (14 months and 2 1/2 years old) enjoy jumping in and climbing on it. It also needs to be assembled in the nursery. It's roughly 30 inches wide, which is wider than a standard door frame with the door attached.

While I have recommended this crib to anyone who has asked my thoughts, I do give a warning that the color of the crib in real life is more orangey-golden than it appears on the website. Based on the website's images, I expected the crib to be a soft gold — the color of my wedding band, perhaps. But in my home, the crib definitely appears more orange.

I have since found that Babyletto ships wood, fabric, and metal samples for free (you have to pay for shipping), so if you're really concerned about this matching specific furniture or upholstery, you could order a sample.

It wasn't a deal-breaker for me, but I did have to rethink some of the brass elements I had planned for my space because the colors clashed.

The bottom line

If you love the look of this crib, I believe it's worth the price. Babyletto has really made a name for itself in the world of baby furniture for its quality, durability, and sleek designs, and this crib is a perfect example of why parents have come to love and trust the company's work.

There are other gold cribs on the market that really run the gamut in design and price: this $1,500 hand-forged iron crib looks fit to hold a royal baby, while this $205 matte gold crib is more approachable and budget-friendly. But if you're looking for a clean-line, minimal aesthetic, Babyletto's version is my top pick.