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Buying a Bedside Crib For Travel The crib's size is a hit with moms it's larger than the Moses basket but smaller than a cot bed. It folds down to just a third of its original size, and can fit into a compact travel bag, making it perfect for travel. Remember that the crib should only be used to sleep and that toys such as pillows, blankets and pillows are dangers to suffocate. Safety When you are looking for a crib for travel you'll want to be sure that the manufacturer is compliant with all safety standards. The best place to start is the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website, which will inform you whether or not a particular crib for portable has been recall. Choose a mattress that fits the crib of your baby so it won't slip through the gaps or create the risk of suffocation. Search for bassinets and cribs that meet the current safety standards for 2022. Avoid cribs that are older or designed for travel or cribs with drop-sides. These cribs haven't been tested, and may cause danger to your baby's safety. A travel crib should be sturdy and well-constructed. Examine for broken, missing or loose screws as well as other hardware. If you're 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 avoid the baby's head and limbs from becoming trapped. Also, do not put pillows, blankets toys, stuffed animals or other items in the crib. These items can suffocate or strangle your baby. They should be removed from the crib when your child is able to push up on their knees and hands or prior to 5 months old or when they reach 5 months of age, whichever comes first. It's also important to look often for loose or broken hardware and screws, particularly when traveling with your infant. Make sure you remove all plastic from the crib prior to use, too. If you're using a portable crib for your baby, make sure it's not positioned directly in front of a large window. A window is an accident hazard and if your baby falls into it, they could be injured. It's recommended to keep your baby's bedroom away from windows, even when they are old enough to roll over. It is important to wake your baby if they start to roll over while sleeping. Portability Portable cribs (or playards or playards, as they're often referred to) are a great choice for those who is on vacation, has a family stay over, or just needing an appropriate crib for a sleepover with friends. These playards fold up easily to assemble and are compact when closed, and come with an incredibly comfortable mattress that can accommodate infants up to 15 kg. MFM home testers appreciate the BabyBjorn travel crib because it's simple to fold and to store. Its easy one-handed drop down panels are also convenient for parents with a bleary eye. It's not the lightest backpack on our list however it's a decent weight, weighing just under 15 pounds, and it comes with standard handles instead of the backpack-style strap that some prefer to haul around. Another option that is worth considering is the Joie Kubbie Sleep, which combines a bedside crib and bassinet in one compact unit that's ideal for both overnight and holiday visits to friends and family. It's not the cheapest alternative, but it comes with a variety of options, including an organizer basket and calming night lights that change color as well as lullabies and white noise, which can help your child sleep. best bedside cots is machine washable and wipeable, making it easy to clean. In spite of its size and weight (it's on the heavier side when opened) it's surprisingly light at less than 12kg. It can easily fit into a small, handy bag that comes with it ideal for trips away from home. It has six height settings that include a tummy tilt for reflux/colic babies, and can fit beds of all sizes. It's also incredibly quick to install, with our MFM tester able to get it ready in just 10 minutes. You'll need a separate mattress for it however. Feeding Whether traveling to work or for pleasure it's essential to keep your baby happy and safe while traveling. It's better to purchase a travel-specific crib or bassinet rather than using one you already have. They are smaller and come with mesh sides, which allows parents to check on their baby without disturbing them. They are also lightweight and can be easily transported between places. They also meet the safety standards of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) 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 bed should be free of blankets, pillows, and stuffed toys. Sharing a bed with parents isn't advised for any baby regardless of age, and this kind of sleeping together is associated with an increased risk of SIDS. If you have to sleep with your child at times, make sure that you only do this when your baby is asleep and that you're both awake and fully dressed. There are many types of cribs for newborns and babies. Some are designed as a mini-crib or Moses baskets, while others have sides which can be put into parent's bed. This allows parents to reach their child in the middle of the night to comfort and feed their child, and avoid the dangers of co-sleeping. The AAP warns against this because of the danger of suffocation. The Arm's Reach Clear-Vue Bassinet is a bedside sleeper which attaches to the mattress of a parent. It can also be an option for older children because the sides can easily be raised to allow you to reach the baby from the adult bed without lifting them out. The travel cot that has a built-in crib that can be removed enables you to raise a sleeping baby to allow feeding or other care. Sleeping Bedside cribs are a great way to safely co-sleep with your infant. They are set next to your bed, allowing you to easily reach them for feedings and check on their sleep without disturbing them. Some cribs have an opening on the side that can be lower to make this easier, and some have an adjustable height setting to make sure they be able to fit in your bed at home or when you are away. Previously, it was recommended that infants sleep in their own bedroom. However parents are increasingly opting to sleep in a co-sleep. Also known as rooming in, this arrangement lets babies be close to their parents, but remain safe and separate from their own crib or bassinet. There are several types of co-sleepers available such as the iCrib that is designed to be an easy-to-move crib that can be placed on the top of your bed or a standard crib. This model includes a light frame, a removable mattress and is foldable into a compact size for storage. It also comes with the Joie Roomie Go crib, which fastens to the edge of a bed. It features 7 adjustable height positions and an incline for the tummy to aid in reflux and colic. The crib was praised by our MFM home testers for its user-friendly design and compact folding, and it comes in a range of colours. There are also bedside cribs that are freestanding, such as our Lilly or Alain that you can place next to a standard 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 fully enclosed and your baby will be sleeping comfortably throughout this time. These models also meet the new BS EN 1130:2019 safety requirements that specify that the 120mm high barrier should be installed between your mattress and the cot of your child. There are also cribs for travel that are specially designed to be used on the road. They are usually smaller and more compact than a standard crib, making them easier to carry in and out of hotels and cars. The Munchkin Brica travel crib, for example, can be set up and put down in under an hour and weighs just 3 pounds, so it is easy to move and carry.