DO I NEED TO BUY A CRIB FOR MY NEW BABY TO SLEEP IN ?

New babies can sleep anywhere—even in a drawer removed from a desk or dresser.
For the first few weeks a bassinet or cradle is adequate, but eventually you will need a crib. Choose a sturdy crib because she will be spending a lot of time in it.
Most cribs have drop sides; make sure the mechanism is easy to use.