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Buying a Bedside Crib For Travel The size of this crib is perfect for mums. It's larger than a Moses Basket, but smaller than the Cot Bed. It's also foldable down to one-quarter of its original size and fit into a handy bag for travel. Make sure that the crib is intended for sleeping. Toys or blankets, pillows and pillows can make a child suffocate. Safety If you're looking to purchase a travel crib it is important to make sure the manufacturer meets all safety standards. One good place to start is the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website, which will let you know whether or not a particular portable crib has been recall. Choose a mattress that fits the crib of your child so that it won't slip through the gaps or cause the risk of suffocation. Find bassinets or cribs that meet the current safety standards of 2022. Also, avoid older cribs, modified cribs or drop side cribs that were repurposed for travel because these aren't tested and may pose risks to your baby's health. A travel crib needs to be well-constructed and sturdy. Make sure you check for broken, missing or loose screws and other hardware. If you are using a playard it should have mesh windows and secure walls for air flow. The crib's slats should not be more than 2 and 3/8 inches apart to keep baby's head and legs from getting trapped. Don't put any toys, blankets or toys that are stuffed with animals in the crib. These items can suffocate or strangle your baby and should be removed from the crib when your child is able push up on their hands and knees or prior to 5 months old or 5 months, whichever is first. It's also important to look frequently for loose or broken hardware and screws, particularly when you travel with your infant. Take all plastic out of the crib as well. If you're using a portable crib, be sure that it's not close to the window. A window is an accident hazard and if your child rolls into it, they could be injured. It's best to keep your baby's bedroom away from windows, even if they are old enough to roll over. If your baby starts to roll over in bed, it's a good idea wake them up to prevent injuries. Portability Portable cribs (or playards which is what they're sometimes referred to as) are a great choice for anyone who is on vacation, has a guests over, or simply needing a safe crib for use for a sleepover with friends. These playards fold up easily to put together and compact when closed, and feature an incredibly comfortable mattress that can accommodate infants up to 15 kg. MFM home testers appreciate the BabyBjorn travel crib because it's easy to fold and put away. Its simple drop-down panels that are one-handed are also a breeze for parents with a bleary eye. It's not the lightest backpack and play, but at under 15 pounds, it's an acceptable weight. It also comes with normal handles instead of a backpack-style strap, which some parents prefer to use. The Joie Kubbie Sleep is another excellent alternative. It includes a bassinet for the bed and a crib into one compact unit. This is perfect for long-term stays and holidays with friends and family. It's not the most affordable alternative however it has a variety of options, including a storage basket as well as calming lights for the night that change color, lullabies, and white noise, which can help your child fall asleep. The fabrics can be washed in the machine and washable, which makes it easy to clean. It's also quite light at less than 12kg and easily fits into the small, handy travel case that comes with it. It comes with six different height settings and a tummy tilt for reflux/colic infants, and it can be adapted to beds of all sizes. It's also very simple to set up. Our MFM tester was able to do it in less than 10 minutes. You'll need to buy an additional mattress however. Feeding It is essential that your child is safe and secure when you travel, whether on pleasure or business. baby bedside sleeper to purchase a travel-specific crib or bassinet than to use one that you already have. These are smaller and have mesh sides to allow parents to monitor their babies without disturbing them. They are light enough for simple transport between destinations. These also comply with the safety standards set by the American Academy of Pediatrics and have not been recalled. If you are required to use a crib next to your bed, it is recommended that you put your baby on their back. The sleeping surface should be free of pillows, blankets and stuffed toys. Sharing sleeping in a bed with parents isn't advised for any baby regardless of age, and this kind of co-sleeping is linked to an increased risk of SIDS. If you must co-sleep at times, make sure that you only do so when your baby is asleep and you are both awake and fully dressed. There are many kinds of cribs for babies and newborns. Some are designed to resemble an oversized crib or Moses basket, and others have sides that can be lowered to the bed of the parent. This allows parents to access their infant at any time during the night to comfort and feed their child, and avoid the dangers of co-sleeping. The AAP cautions against this because of the risk of the risk of suffocation. Examples include the Arm's Reach Clear-Vue Bassinet, a bedside sleeper that attaches to the sides of a mattress for a parent. It can also be an option for older children because the sides are easily raised to allow you to reach the infant from the adult bed without lifting the mattress out. Another option is the travel cot, which has a built-in bassinet which can be removed from the top of the crib which makes it easier to raise an infant who is sleeping for feeding or other care. Sleeping Bedside cribs are a fantastic way to safely co-sleep with your infant. They are set next to your bed so you can easily reach them for night feedings and check on their sleep without disrupting them. Some cribs have drop sides that can be lowered to make this easier, and others have an adjustable height adjustment so that they will be able to fit in your bed at home or away. In the past, it was suggested that infants have their own bedrooms. However parents are increasingly choosing to sleep in a co-sleep. Also known as rooming in, this arrangement lets babies be close to their parents yet remain safely separated on their own bassinet or crib. There are many types of co-sleepers like the ICrib, which is a portable crib designed to fit on top of a bed or a crib. It has a lightweight frame, a removable mattress and is able to be folded into a compact size for storage. There is also the Joie Roomie Go crib, that is attached to the edge of a bed. It features 7 adjustable height positions as well as a tummy tilt to help with reflux and colic. The crib was loved by our MFM home testers for its ease of use and compact folding, and it comes in a variety of colors. You can also purchase bedside cribs that are freestanding, such as our Lilly or Alain that you can put on top of an existing bed frame. These have a movable side barrier that slides down to allow you pick your baby up for evening feeding, however the crib is completely self-contained and your baby will continue sleeping soundly during this period. They also meet the new BS EN 1130:2019 safety requirements that specify that 120mm high barriers must be installed between your mattress and the cot of your child. There are also cribs for travel available. They are specifically designed for use when traveling. They tend to be smaller and lighter than standard cribs, making it easier to carry them from and into hotels and vehicles. Munchkin Brica, for example can be put together in less than one minute and folded down in three pounds. It is therefore simple to lift and transport.