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Buying a Bedside Crib For Travel Moms love this crib's dimensions It's larger than a Moses basket but smaller than a crib bed. It's also foldable down to a quarter of its size and fit into a handy bag for transport. Make sure that the crib is intended for sleeping. Toys or blankets, pillows and pillows can make a child suffocate. Safety When you are shopping for a travel cot ensure that the manufacturer adheres to all safety standards. One good starting point is the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website, which will let you know whether or not a particular crib is being removed from the market. Choose a mattress that fits the crib of your baby so it won't fall through the gaps or cause the risk of suffocation. Look for cribs or bassinets that meet the current safety standards of 2022. Avoid older cribs and cribs modified for travel or cribs with drop-sides. These cribs haven't been tested, and may pose a risk to your baby's safety. A travel crib should be well-constructed and sturdy. Examine for loose, missing or broken screws as well as other hardware. If you're using a playard, it should have mesh windows and secure walls to allow air circulation. The slats on the crib should be no more than 2 and 3/8 inches apart to keep baby's head and limbs from becoming trapped. Don't put any toys, blankets or stuffed animals in the crib. These items can suffocate or strangle your baby. They should be removed from the crib as soon as your child is able to push up on their hands and knees or prior to five 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 child. Take all plastic out of the crib too. If you're using a portable crib, make sure it is not located directly under the window. A window is a fall risk and if your child rolls into it, they could get injured. It's recommended to keep your baby's bedroom away from windows, even if they are old enough to roll over. It's crucial to wake your baby if they start to sleep on their backs. Portability Whether you're going to a holiday, have relatives staying over, or just want a safe crib for sleepovers or with friends, an portable crib (or playard or playard, as they're sometimes called) is a good option. These foldable contraptions are easy to assemble and compact when closed, and feature a comfortable padded mattress that can accommodate infants up to 15kg. MFM home testers appreciate the BabyBjorn travel crib due to the fact that it's easy to fold and store. Its easy one-handed drop down panels are also convenient for parents who are bleary-eyed. It's not our tiniest pack-and-play play, but with just 15 pounds, it's an adequate weight. It also has regular handles instead of a backpack style strap, which some prefer to use. The Joie Kubbie Sleep is another fantastic alternative. It includes a bassinet for the bed and a crib into a compact unit. This is ideal for long-term stays and holidays with friends and family. It is not the cheapest option however it has a variety of features, including a storage basket and calming night lights that change color as well as lullabies and white noise to aid your child to fall asleep. The fabrics are machine washable and washable, which makes it easy to clean. It's also relatively lightweight at less than 12kg, and fits neatly inside the compact, convenient travel case that comes with it. It comes with six different height settings and the tilt of the tummy for reflux/colic babies, and can fit beds of all sizes. It's also very easy to install and our MFM tester having it up and running in a mere 10 minutes. You'll need to buy an additional mattress for it, however. Feeding When you travel for pleasure or business it's crucial to keep your baby comfortable and safe when traveling. It's better to purchase a travel-specific crib or bassinet than to use one that you already have. They are smaller and come with mesh sides, which allows parents to monitor their child without causing any disturbance to them. They are also lightweight and can be easily transported between places. They also meet all safety standards of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and have not been recalled. If twin bedside cot are required to use a crib that is placed at your bedside, it's recommended that your baby be positioned on their backs and the mattress be free of pillows, blankets, and animals stuffed. Sharing a bed with parents isn't recommended for any baby regardless of age, and this form of sleeping with a partner is associated with an increased risk of SIDS. If you must occasionally co-sleep ensure that your baby is asleep and that you and your partner are fully dressed and awake. There are many types of cribs for babies and newborns. Some are designed to look like a mini-crib or Moses basket, while others have sides which can be placed on parent's beds. This allows for middle-of-the-night access to the baby for feeding and comforting while avoiding the risks of true co-sleeping which the AAP recommends against due to the risk of suffocation. Examples include the Arm's Reach Clear-Vue Bassinet, a bedside sleeper that attaches to the sides of a parent's mattress. This is a good option for older children since the sides can be elevated so that you can reach the baby without having to lift them from the bed. The travel cot with an integrated crib that can be removed enables you to lift a sleeping baby for feeding or other care. Sleeping Bedside cribs are an excellent way to safely co-sleep with your newborn. They are placed near your bed at night, so that you can reach out easily to feed them and monitor them without disrupting their sleep. Some cribs have a drop side that can be lower to make it easier, and some have an adjustable height setting to ensure they are able to fit your bed at home or when you are away. Although it was previously advised that infants sleep in their own separate bedroom, there is a growing trend for parents to sleep with their infants. Also known as rooming-in, this arrangement lets babies be close to their parents yet remain in a safe space on their own bassinet or crib. There are a variety of co-sleepers that are available like the iCrib, an iCrib-style portable crib that can be able to sit on the top of a bed, or a crib. It has a light frame and a removable mattress and can be folded for easy storage. There's also the Joie Roomie Go crib, that can be attached to the edge of a bed. It includes 7 adjustable height positions and a tummy tilt to help with reflux and colic. Our MFM home testers loved the crib for its compact folding and easy to use. It is also available in a variety of colors. You can also purchase bedside cribs that are freestanding, such as our Lilly or Alain that you can place on top of an existing bed frame. The cribs come with the side barrier that slides down to allow you to pick up your baby for night feedings. However, the cribs are self-contained, allowing your baby to rest comfortably. They also meet the latest BS EN 1130:2019 safety requirements which stipulate that the 120mm high barrier should be installed between your mattress and your child's cot. Additionally, there are travel cribs that are specifically made to be carried on the road. These are typically much smaller and lighter than standard cribs, making them easy to transport into and out of cars and hotels. Munchkin Brica, for example can be set up in under a minute and folded down in less than three pounds. It is therefore easy to lift and transport.