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Mums love this crib's size - it's bigger than the Moses basket but smaller than a crib bed. It can also fold down to just a quarter of its original size, and can be put into a convenient bag for travel.
Just remember that the crib should only be used for sleeping. Toys such as pillows, blankets and pillows are a suffocation hazard.
Safety
If you are looking for a travel cot ensure that the manufacturer is adhering to all safety standards. The Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) website is a good place to begin. It will tell you if a portable crib has ever been recalled. Pick a mattress that's suitable for your baby's crib so it doesn't slide through the gaps or cause the risk of suffocation.
When selecting a crib or bassinet, look for one that is in compliance with the latest safety standards that were updated in 2022. Avoid older cribs and cribs that have been modified for travel, or cribs with drop-sides. These cribs haven't been tested, and could pose a risk to your baby's safety.
A travel crib should be built well and strong. Make sure there aren't any loose, missing or broken screws as well as other hardware. If you are using a playard, it should have mesh windows and secure walls for air flow. The crib slats shouldn't be more than 2 3/8 inches apart to prevent the baby's head and limbs from becoming trapped. Also, do not put pillows, blankets, stuffed animals or toys in the crib. These items can cause strangulation or death to your baby. They should be removed when they can stand up on their own, or before the age of 5 months.
It's also important to look frequently for loose or broken hardware and screws, particularly when traveling with your infant. Remove all plastic from the crib, too.
If you're using a portable crib, be sure it is not located close to the window. Windows pose an injury risk for falls and if your child rolls into it, they may get injured. It's recommended to keep your baby's sleeping space away from windows, even when they are old enough to roll over. If your child starts to roll over while sleeping, it's a good idea get them up in order to avoid injuries.
Portability
Portable cribs (or playards, as they're sometimes called) are a great choice for those who are who is on vacation, has a guests over, or simply wanting an appropriate crib for a sleepover with friends. These playards fold up easily to assemble and are compact when closed, and feature the most comfortable padded mattress that can accommodate infants up to 15kg.
MFM home testers are awestruck by the BabyBjorn travel crib due to the fact that it is easy to fold and store. Its simple drop-down panels that are one-handed are also convenient to use for parents who are tired. It's not the lightest backpack on our list, but it's a good weight at just over 15 pounds, and it comes with standard carry handles rather than a backpack-style strap which some find more comfortable to carry around.
The Joie Kubbie Sleep is another great alternative. It combines a bedside bassinet and crib into a compact unit. This is perfect for holidays and overnight stays with family and friends. It is not the cheapest alternative but it does come with a variety of features, including a basket for storage and calming night lights that change color, lullabies, and white noise, which can help your child sleep.
It's also easy to keep clean with machine washable and wipeable fabric. It's also, despite its size and weight (it's on the heavier side when open) it's light at just under 12kg and fits neatly into a compact, convenient travel bag included perfect for trips away from home. It comes with six different height settings, as well as a tummy-tilt for reflux/colic baby. similar site for any size bed. It's also incredibly quick to install and our MFM tester having it ready in just 10 minutes. It'll require a separate mattress.
Feeding
It's important that your baby is safe and secure when you travel, whether on business or pleasure. While some families might be attracted to use a bassinet or a crib that they already own, it's best to buy one that is specifically made for travel. These are smaller and with mesh sides that allow parents to check on their children without disturbing them, and are light enough for simple transport between places. These also comply with the safety standards set by the American Academy of Pediatrics and have not been recalled.
If you must use a crib next to your bed it is recommended that you put your baby on their back. The mattress should be free of blankets, pillows and stuffed toys. This kind of sleeping arrangement increases the risk of SIDS. If you do have to sleep with your partner at times, make sure that your baby is sleeping and that you and your partner are dressed and awake.
There are a variety of cribs for newborns and babies.
Some are designed to look like a mini-crib or Moses baskets, while others have sides which can be lowered into the parents' bed. This allows for middle-of-the-night access to the baby for feeding and comforting without exposing the risk of co-sleeping that the AAP recommends against due to suffocation risks. The Arm's Reach Clear-Vue Bassinet is a bedside sleeper that is attached to the mattress of a parent. This is a great option for older children, as the sides can be raised to allow you to reach the baby without having to lift them out of the bed. The travel cot that has a built-in crib that is removable allows you to raise a sleeping baby to allow feeding or care.
Sleeping
Bedside cribs are a great option to sleep comfortably with your newborn. They are placed next to your bed at night so that you can reach over easily for night feeds and monitor them without disrupting their sleep. Some cribs have a drop side that can be lower to make this easier and others come with an adjustable height setting so that they will accommodate your bed when you are at home or away.
While it was once advised that babies sleep in their own separate bedroom, there is now a growing trend for parents to share a bed with their infants. This arrangement, referred to as rooming in, allows babies to stay close to their parents while remaining safely separated in their own crib or a bassinet. There are a variety of co-sleepers, such as the iCrib, an inflatable crib that is designed to be able to sit on the top of a bed or a crib. This model includes a light frame, a mattress that can be removed, and can be folded into a compact size for storage. The Joie Roomie Go crib is another alternative. It is attached to the bed's edge and comes with seven height positions as well as a tummy tilt to help with colic and reflux. Our MFM home testers loved the crib for its compact folding design and its ease of use. It's also available in different colours.
You can also buy freestanding bedside cribs like our Lilly or Alain that you can put next to an existing bed frame. They have a movable side barrier that slides down to allow you take your baby to a dinner at night, but the crib is otherwise self-contained, and your child will sleep soundly throughout this period. These models also meet the new BS EN 1130:2019 safety requirements which require that 120mm high barriers must be installed between your mattress and your child's cot.
Additionally, there are cribs designed for travel and are designed to be taken on the road. These are typically much smaller and lighter than standard cribs which makes them easy to transport into and out of hotels and cars. Munchkin Brica, for example can be assembled in just a few minutes and folded down in less than three pounds. It is therefore easy to move and lift.