Begin by identifying the headboard (usually the tallest solid piece) and its corresponding left and right back corner posts. Align the corner posts with the headboard frame.
Note: as they can strip the wood or over-tighten hardware. 🛠️ Step-by-Step Assembly Instructions 1. Attach the Feet
Choose your desired height setting. For a newborn, use the to easily reach your baby. Move it to the lowest setting as soon as your child can sit up or pull themselves up. Begin by identifying the headboard (usually the tallest
Stand the left side panel upright. Align the back rail so the dowels slide into the matching holes. Insert the through the side panel into the rail. Finger-tighten only.
Insert a barrel nut into the hole on the inside of the side rail. Use your screwdriver to ensure the slot in the nut is horizontal, facing the bolt hole. 🛠️ Step-by-Step Assembly Instructions 1
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While it can be done alone, having a second person to hold panels in place makes this assembly 10x faster. Move it to the lowest setting as soon
: Remove the front footboard and lower the mattress to the lowest setting. You must typically install a separate toddler guardrail (sold separately) for safety.
Disclaimer: Always follow the original manufacturer’s safety guidelines. This guide is a supplement to—not a replacement for—the official Babi Italia instructions.
By using the right tools, pre-sorting your hardware, and understanding the barrel nut mechanism before you start, you transform a frustrating chore into a 30-minute project.