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Buying a Bedside Crib For Travel Moms love this crib's dimensions It's larger than the size of a Moses basket, but smaller than a crib bed. It can also be folded down to one-quarter of its original size, and can be put into a convenient bag for transport. It is important to remember that the crib should only be used for sleeping. Toys, pillows and blankets are an entrapment risk. Safety When you are shopping for a travel cot, ensure that the manufacturer is adhering to all safety standards. The Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) site is the best place to start. It will tell you whether a crib that is portable has ever been recalled. You should also select a mattress that is appropriate for your baby's bed so that it doesn't fall into gaps in the sides of the crib or create a suffocation risk. Find bassinets or cribs that meet the current safety standards of 2022. Avoid cribs that are older or that have been modified for travel, or cribs with drop-sides. These cribs have not been tested, and could cause danger to your baby's safety. A travel crib must be well-constructed and sturdy. Check for missing, broken or loose screws, as well as other hardware. If you're using a playard it should be fitted with mesh windows and strong walls for air circulation. The crib slats shouldn't be more than 2 3/8 inches apart to prevent the baby's head and limbs from becoming trapped. Don't put any pillows, blankets toys, stuffed animals or other items in the crib. These items can choke or drown your baby. They must be removed at the time they are able to stand up on their own or before the age of 5 months. It's also important to look frequently for loose or broken screws and hardware, especially when you travel with your infant. Take all plastic out of the crib, too. If you are using a portable crib be sure that it's not placed under an enormous window. A window can be a fall hazard and your baby may be injured when they fall into it. Even if your child is old enough to be able to roll over, it's best to keep their sleeping space away from windows. If your child begins to roll over while sleeping it's best to wake them up to prevent injuries. Portability Portable cribs (or playards or playards, as they're often referred to) are a great option for anyone who is on vacation, has a family stay over, or simply needing an appropriate crib at a sleepover with friends. These foldable contraptions are easy to build and are compact when closed, and feature the most comfortable padded mattress that can hold newborns up to 15kg. MFM home testers love the BabyBjorn travel crib due to the fact that it is easy to fold and to store. Its easy drop down panels that can be operated by one hand are also easy for parents who are bleary-eyed. It's not our tiniest pack-and-play play, but at 15 pounds, it's an acceptable weight. It also comes with regular handles instead of a backpack style strap that some people prefer to use. The Joie Kubbie Sleep is another excellent alternative. It incorporates a bedside bassinet as well as a crib into a compact unit. This is ideal for overnight stays during holidays and with friends and family. It's not the least expensive however it comes with many dancing and all-singing features such as a storage basket, soothing colour-changing night lights as well as white noise and lullabies to help your baby fall asleep, and its bassinet setting is higher than other models to make it easier to access in the early hours when mum is still recovering. It's also easy to keep clean, with machine-washable and wipeable fabrics. It's also relatively lightweight, at just under 12kg, and fits neatly into the small, handy travel case that comes with it. It comes with six height settings that include the tilt of the tummy for reflux/colic babies, and is able to fit beds of all sizes. It's also incredibly quick to install and our MFM tester being able to have it set up in only 10 minutes. You'll need to buy a separate mattress for it however. Feeding It is essential that your child is comfortable and safe when you travel, whether on business or pleasure. While some families may be attracted to use a bassinet or crib that they own but it's better to purchase one specially designed for travel. bedside travel crib are smaller and with mesh sides that allow parents to monitor their babies without disturbing them, and are lightweight enough for easy transport between destinations. They also meet all the safety standards of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and haven't been recalled. If you have to use a crib beside your bed it is recommended you put your baby on their back. The bed should be free of blankets, pillows and stuffed toys. Sharing a bed with parents isn't advisable for any baby, regardless of age, and this type of sleeping together is associated with an increased risk of SIDS. If you have to occasionally co-sleep, make sure that your baby is sleeping and that both you and your partner are fully dressed and awake. The kinds of cribs for newborns and young babies include: Some are designed to resemble miniature cribs or Moses basket, while others have sides that can be put down into the parent's bed. This allows access to the baby to feed and comfort while avoiding the dangers of co-sleeping that the AAP cautions against due the risk of suffocation. Examples include the Arm's Reach Clear-Vue Bassinet, which is a bedside sleeper that connects to the side of a mattress for a parent. It can also be a safer option for older babies because the sides can be easily raised to let you reach the baby from the adult bed without lifting the mattress out. The travel cot with an integrated crib that can be removed allows you to easily lift a sleeping baby for feeding or for care. Sleeping Bedside cribs are a great option to sleep comfortably with your infant. They are placed near your bed to allow you to easily reach them for feedings and check on their sleeping without disturbing them. Some cribs have a drop side that can be lowered to make it easier, and others come with an adjustable height setting to make sure they accommodate your bed when you are at home or away. Previously, it was recommended that infants have their own bedrooms. However parents are increasingly choosing to sleep with their children. This arrangement, referred to as rooming in, allows babies to stay close to their parents while being separated from their own crib or a bassinet. There are many types of co-sleepers that are available, including the iCrib which is designed to be portable and can be placed on the top of your bed, or a standard crib. This model comes with a light frame and a mattress that is removable and it can be folded to make it easy for storage. There's also the Joie Roomie Go crib, that can be attached to the edge of the bed and features 7 adjustable height positions and a tummy tilt for reflux and colic. Our MFM home testers loved this crib for its compact folding design and its ease of use. It is also available in various colors. You can also buy freestanding bedside cribs such as our Lilly or Alain that you can place on top of an existing bed frame. The cribs have a side barrier that slides down to allow you to pick up your child for feedings at night. However the cribs are completely self-contained, allowing your baby to remain asleep peacefully. These cribs are in compliance with the new BS EN1130 safety standards, which require a 120mm barrier between your mattress and child's cot. Travel cribs are also available. They are designed specifically for use when traveling. They tend to be smaller and less bulky than standard cribs, making it easier to carry them into and out of cars and hotels. Munchkin Brica, for example can be put together in under a minute and folded down in less than three pounds. It is therefore easy to move and lift.