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Buying a Bedside Crib For Travel Moms love this cribs dimensions its larger than the Moses basket but smaller than a crib bed Its also foldable down to just a quarter of its original size and fit into a handy bag for traveling Remember that the crib should be used only to sleep and that toys such as pillows blankets and pillows are an entrapment risk Safety When you are looking for a travel crib it is important to make sure the manufacturer meets all safety standards The Consumer Product Safety Commissions CPSC website is an excellent place to start It will let you know whether a crib that is portable has ever been removed from the market You should also select a mattress that is the right size for your babys crib to ensure it doesnt slide into gaps in the cribs sides or cause suffocation hazards Search for bassinets and cribs that meet the updated safety standards of 2022 You should also avoid cribs with a long history modified cribs or drop side cribs that have been used for travel as they arent tested and could pose a risk to your babys safety A travel crib should be wellbuilt and sturdy Examine for loose missing or broken screws and other hardware If Read More Listed here using a playard it should have a secure wall and mesh windows for adequate air circulation The cribs slats must not be more than 2 38 inches apart to avoid the babys head and legs from getting trapped Never put toys blankets or toys in the crib These items can strangle or suffocate your baby They must be removed as soon as they can stand independently or before the age of 5 months Check regularly for loose or broken screws and other hardware This is particularly crucial when traveling with a child Make sure to remove all crib furniture before use as well If you are using a portable crib ensure that its not placed directly in front of an enormous window A window is an injury risk for falls and if your baby rolls into it they may be injured It is recommended to keep your babys room away from windows even when they are old enough to roll over If your child starts to roll over during sleep its a good idea to wake them up to prevent injury Portability Portable cribs or playards which is what theyre sometimes referred to as are a great choice for those traveling on vacation having a guests over or just needing a safe crib to use at a sleepover with friends These playards fold up easily to assemble compact when theyre closed and feature an incredibly comfortable mattress that can accommodate infants up to 15kg The BabyBjorn Travel Crib is a favourite with MFM home testers who appreciate the fact it can be folded down and stored in just one or two minutes and its easytouse dropdown panels are easy for even blearyeyed parents to use Its not the lightest backpack on our list however its a decent weight at just over 15 pounds and it comes with standard carry handles instead of an ebag strap which some prefer to haul around Another option that is worth considering is the Joie Kubbie Sleep which incorporates a bedside crib and bassinet in one compact unit thats ideal for both holidays and overnight visits to relatives and friends Its not the least expensive however it comes with many features that are alldancing and allsinging like a storage basket as well as calming colourchanging lights for the night lullabies and white noise to help your baby sleep and sleep Its bassinet is higher than the majority for easier access in the early hours when mum is still recovering Its also easy to keep clean with machinewashable and wipeable fabrics Its also quite light at just 12 kilos and easily fits inside the compact convenient travel case that comes with it It has six different height settings and an adjustable tummy tilt for reflux or colic babies Its suitable for all bed sizes Its also very simple to set up Our MFM tester was able to do it in just 10 minutes Youll need to buy an additional mattress for it however Feeding It is essential that your child is safe and comfortable when you travel whether for pleasure or business While some families may be inclined to use a crib or bassinet that they have but its better to purchase one that is specifically made for travel These are smaller and have mesh sides so parents can check on their baby without disturbing them Theyre also light to make it easy to transport between locations These also conform to the safety standards of American Academy of Pediatrics and have not been recalled If you are required to use a crib that is placed at your bedside its recommended that your baby be placed on their back and that the bed be free of pillows blankets and toys Cosleeping can increase the risk of SIDS If you must occasionally cosleep ensure that your baby is sleeping and that you and your partner are fully dressed and awake There are a variety of cribs for newborns and babies Some are shaped like an oversized crib or Moses basket while others have sides that can be lowered down into the parents bed This allows for middleofthenight access to the baby for feeding and comforting without exposing the risk of cosleeping that the AAP recommends against due to suffocation risks The Arms Reach ClearVue Bassinet is a bedside sleeper that is attached to a parents mattress It is also an ideal option for older babies since the sides are easily raised to let you reach the infant from the adult bed without lifting them out Another option is a travel cot with a builtin bassinet that can be removed from the top of the crib which makes it easier to lift up the sleeping infant to feed or care Sleeping Bedside cribs let you sleep peacefully with your baby They are placed next to your bed during the night so that you can reach over easily for night feeds and check on them without disturbing their sleep Some cribs come with dropsides that can be lowered for this purpose whereas others have a height adjustment so they can fit into your bed at home or away While it was once advised that babies sleep in their own separate bedroom theres a increasing preference for parents to cosleep with their infants This arrangement also known as rooming in allows infants to remain close to their parents while remaining safely separated in their own crib or a bassinet There are a variety of cosleeper available including the iCrib which is designed to be a portable crib that fits on the top of your bed or a regular crib It comes with a lightweight frame a mattress that is removable and can be folded up for easy storage Theres also the Joie Roomie Go crib that can be attached to the edge of a bed and features 7 adjustable height positions and a tummy tilt for reflux and colic Our MFM home testers loved this crib for its small folding and easy to use It is also available in different colours You can also purchase bedside cribs that are freestanding such as our Lilly or Alain which you can put on top of a standard bed frame The cribs come with a side barrier that slides down to allow you to pick up your child for feedings at night However the cribs are fully enclosed so that your baby can rest comfortably These models meet the new BS EN1130 safety standards which require a 120mm barrier between your mattress and childs crib There are also cribs for travel available They are designed specifically to be carried on the road These are typically much smaller and lighter than standard cribs which makes them easier to carry in and out of hotels and cars The Munchkin Brica travel crib for example can be set up and taken down in under one minute and weighs only three pounds so it is easy to carry and lift
