Baby Gear Disposal by Category
- Post-2011 cribs in good condition: Sell or donate
- Pre-2011 cribs (drop-side or old standards): Disassemble and dispose -- do not donate or sell
- Car seats (no crash, not expired): Can donate or sell with disclosure
- Car seats (crashed or expired): Cut straps and discard or take to take-back event
- High chairs, bouncers, swings in good condition: Sell or donate freely
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I donate used baby furniture?
Cribs: only if they meet current safety standards (post-2011 manufacturing date in the US). Older drop-side cribs are banned from resale and donation for safety reasons. Car seats: generally not recommended for donation because you cannot verify their crash history. High chairs and bouncers in good condition are usually accepted.
Can I sell used baby gear?
Condition and safety standards matter. Car seats have safety certification expiration dates and should not be sold if in a crash or past date. Cribs meeting current CPSC standards can be sold. Most other baby furniture in good condition has a secondary market on Facebook Marketplace and local consignment shops.
What should I do with old cribs and car seats?
Old cribs that do not meet current standards: contact your local waste management for proper disposal. Many target stores have periodic car seat take-back events. Otherwise, render the item unusable (cut car seat straps, break down crib) and dispose in regular trash or junk removal.