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Buying a Bedside Crib For Travel The crib's size is a hit with moms it's larger than the size of a Moses basket but smaller than a crib bed. It folds down to just a third of its original size, and can fit into a convenient travel bag, making it perfect for travel. Keep in mind that the crib is intended for sleeping. Toys or blankets, pillows and pillows can suffocate a child. Safety If you are looking for a travel cot make sure that the manufacturer is adhering to all safety standards. The Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) website is an excellent place to start. It will let you know whether a crib that is portable has ever been recalled. You should also select the correct size for your baby's crib, so it doesn't slip into the gaps between the crib's sides or create a suffocation risk. Search for bassinets and cribs that meet the updated safety standards for 2022. You should also avoid cribs with a long history, modified cribs or drop side cribs that were recycled for use in travel, as they have not been tested and may pose risks to your baby's well-being. A travel crib needs to be well-constructed and sturdy. Examine for loose, missing or broken screws as well as other hardware. If you are using a playard it should be fitted with mesh windows and strong walls to allow air flow. The crib slats should not be more than 2 3/8 inches apart to prevent the baby's head and legs from getting trapped. Don't put any pillows, blankets or toys with stuffed animals in the crib. These items can choke or drown your baby. They should be removed as soon as they are able to stand on their own or before the age of five months. Check regularly for loose or broken screws and hardware. This is especially important when traveling with a child. Make sure you take out all plastic from the crib before using it, and. If you're using a portable crib, make sure it's not close to the window. A window can be an accident hazard for your baby could get hurt if they roll into it. Even if your baby is old enough to be able to roll over, it's best to keep their sleeping space away from windows. It's important to wake up your baby if they begin to sleep on their backs. Portability Portable cribs (or playards or playards, as they're often referred to) are a great choice for those who are who is on vacation, has a family stay over, or just needing an appropriate crib during a sleepover or with friends. These portable cribs come with an extremely comfortable mattress that can accommodate babies up to 15kg. They are simple to put together and compact when closed. MFM home testers are awestruck by the BabyBjorn travel crib because it is easy to fold and store. Its easy one-handed drop down panels are also easy for parents who are bleary-eyed. It's not the tiniest of packs-and-play on our list but it's a decent weight at just over 15 pounds. It features standard handles instead of an e-bag strap, which some prefer to carry around. Another great option is the Joie Kubbie Sleep, which includes a crib for bed and a bassinet into one compact unit that is ideal for holidays as well as overnight visits to friends and family. It's not the most affordable option however it has a variety of features, such as an organizer basket and calming night lights that change color as well as lullabies and white noise, which can aid your child to fall asleep. It's also easy to keep clean with machine washable and wipeable fabric. And, despite its size and weight (it's on the heavier side when opened), it's relatively lightweight at just under 12kg and fits neatly into a compact, practical travel bag included ideal for trips away from home. It comes with six height settings and a tummy tilt for reflux/colic babies, and is able to fit beds of all sizes. It is also very easy to set up. Our MFM tester could do it in only 10 minutes. You'll need an additional mattress however. Feeding Whether traveling for business or pleasure it's essential to keep your baby happy and safe when traveling. While some families might be inclined to use a crib or bassinet that they have, it's best to buy one specially designed for travel. They are smaller and come with mesh sides that allow parents to monitor their child without causing any disturbance to them. They are also lightweight for easy transportation between destinations. They also meet the safety standards of American Academy of Pediatrics and have not been recalled. If you must use a bedside crib, it's recommended that your baby be laid on their backs and that the bed be free of any blankets, pillows, and animals stuffed. Sharing the bed with parents isn't recommended for any baby, regardless of age, and this type of sleeping together is associated with an increased risk of SIDS. If you must co-sleep at times, make sure that you only do this while your baby is asleep, and that you're completely dressed and awake. The types of bedside cribs for infants and young children include: Some are shaped as a mini-crib or Moses baskets, while others have sides that can be placed on parent's beds. This allows access to the baby to feed and comfort without exposing the risk of true co-sleeping, which the AAP recommends against due to dangers of suffocation. Examples include the Arm's Reach Clear-Vue Bassinet, an infant bed that is attached to the side of a parent's mattress. This can also be a safer option for older babies because the sides are easily raised to allow you to reach the baby from the adult bed without lifting the mattress out. Another option is the travel cot that has an integrated bassinet that can be removed from the top of the crib, making it easier to raise a sleeping infant for feeding or other care. Sleeping Bedside cribs allow you to co-sleep safely with your baby. They are placed next to your bed during the night, allowing you to reach out easily for night feeds and monitor them without disrupting their sleep. Some cribs have a drop side that you can lower to make it easier, and some have an adjustable height setting to make sure they fit your bed at home or on the go. url was previously recommended that infants sleep in their own bedroom. However parents are increasingly opting to co-sleep. Also known as rooming-in, this arrangement allows babies to be close to their parents, but remain in a safe space on their own bassinet or crib. There are many types of co-sleepers such as the iCrib, which is an iCrib-style portable crib that can be able to sit on the top of a bed, or a crib. It comes with a lightweight frame, a mattress that can be removed and is able to be folded into a compact size for storage. There is also the Joie Roomie Go crib, that can be attached to the edge of the bed and features 7 adjustable height positions and an incline for the tummy to aid in reflux and colic. The crib was highly well-received by our MFM home testers for its user-friendly design and compact folding, and it's also available in a range of colours. You can also purchase freestanding bedside cribs such as our Lilly or Alain that you can place on top of the standard bed frame. They have a movable side barrier that slides down to allow you to take your baby to a night feeding, but the crib is otherwise self-contained and your baby will be sleeping comfortably throughout this time. These models also meet the new BS EN 1130:2019 safety requirements which stipulate that 120mm high barriers must be present between your mattress and your child's cot. There are also travel cribs that are specifically designed to be taken on the road. They tend to be smaller and less bulky than standard cribs, which makes it easier to transport them into and out of hotels and cars. Munchkin Brica, for example can be assembled in less than one minute and folded down in three pounds. It is therefore easy to lift and move.