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Buying a Bedside Crib For Travel The size of this crib is ideal for mothers. It's bigger than a Moses Basket but smaller than a Cot Bed. It can also fold down to a quarter of its original size, and fit into a handy bag for traveling. Keep in mind that the crib is only for sleeping. Toys, pillows and blankets can cause a child to be suffocated. Safety If you're looking to purchase a crib for travel you'll want to be sure the manufacturer meets all safety standards. One good place to start is the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website, which will inform you whether or not a certain portable crib has been recall. You should also select appropriate for your baby's bed so that it doesn't fall into the gaps between the crib sides or create a suffocation hazard. Search for bassinets and cribs that meet the current safety standards of 2022. You should also avoid older cribs, modified cribs or drop side cribs that were recycled for use in travel, as they have not been tested and could pose a risk to your baby's well-being. A travel crib must be built well and strong. travel cot bedside for broken, missing or loose screws, as well as other hardware. If you are using a playard, it should have mesh windows and sturdy walls for air flow. The crib slats should not be more than 2 3/8 inches apart to avoid the baby's head and limbs from becoming trapped. Do not put any toys, blankets or toys in the crib. These can cause suffocation or strangle your baby. They should be removed from the crib at the time your child is able push up on their knees and hands or before 5 months of age, whichever comes first. Examine often for broken or loose screws and hardware. This is particularly important when traveling with an infant. Make sure you remove all plastic from the crib prior to use, too. If you're using a portable baby crib, make sure it's not positioned directly beneath the large windows. A window is a fall hazard and your baby could be injured in the event that they crash into it. Even if your baby is old enough to roll over it is best to keep their sleeping area away from windows. It's crucial to wake your baby when they begin to sleep on their backs. Portability If you're on holiday, have family staying over, or simply want a safe bedside crib for sleepovers with friends, an portable crib (or playard, as they are sometimes called) is a good option. These foldable contraptions are easy to put together and are compact when closed, and feature an incredibly comfortable mattress that can hold newborns 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 several minutes and its simple drop-down panels that can be operated with one hand are simple for even sleepy parents to use. It's not the lightest pack-and-play on our list but it's a decent weight at just a little over 15 pounds, and it comes with standard carry handles rather than an e-bag strap, which some find more comfortable to carry around. Another excellent option is the Joie Kubbie Sleep, which combines a bedside crib and bassinet into a compact unit that's ideal for holidays as well as overnight visits to family and friends. It's not the most affordable one, but it does come with a wealth of features that are all-dancing and all-singing like a storage basket as well as calming colour-changing lights for the night as well as white noise and lullabies to aid your baby to fall asleep, and its bassinet setting sits up higher than most to make it easier to access during the early days when mum is still recovering. The fabrics can be washed in the machine and wipeable, making it easy to clean. And, despite its size and weight (it's on the bulkier side when opened), it's relatively lightweight at less than 12kg. It slots neatly into a compact, practical bag included ideal for trips away from home. It has six different height settings and the ability to tilt the tummy for reflux/colic babies. It can fit any size bed. It's also very easy to set up, with our MFM tester being able to have it ready in just 10 minutes. You'll need to purchase an additional mattress for it however. Feeding It's important that your baby is safe and comfortable when you travel, whether on pleasure or business. While some families might be attracted to use a crib or bassinet that they already own however, it's recommended to purchase one specially made for travel. They are smaller and have mesh sides, which allows parents to monitor their child without disturbing them. They're also light to make it easy to transport between locations. They also comply with the safety standards set by the American Academy of Pediatrics and have not been recalled. If you must use a crib alongside your bed it is recommended that you place your baby on their back. The bed should be free of blankets, pillows and toys. This kind of sleeping arrangement increases the chance of SIDS. If you do have to sleep with your partner at times ensure that your baby is sleeping and that both you and your partner are dressed and awake. 4-in-1 bedside crib that are available for newborns and young babies include: Some are designed to resemble a mini crib or a Moses basket, and others have sides that can be put down into the 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 sleeping with their child. The AAP warns against this due to the danger of being suffocated. Examples include the Arm's Reach Clear-Vue Bassinet, an infant bed that is attached to the parent's mattress. It can also be an ideal option for older babies since the sides can easily be raised to let you reach the infant from the adult bed without lifting them out. The travel cot with built-in cribs that can be removed allows you to lift a sleeping baby for feeding or care. Sleeping Bedside cribs let you co-sleep safely with your baby. They are placed near your bed at night, so that you can reach them easily for feedings at night and observe them without disrupting their sleep. Some cribs come with drop-sides that you can lower for this purpose, while others have a height adjustment to ensure they can fit into your bed at home or away. Previously, it was recommended that infants have their own bedrooms. However parents are increasingly choosing to co-sleep. Also known as rooming in, this arrangement allows babies to be close to their parents, but remain safe and separate from their own crib or bassinet. There are a variety of co-sleepers available such as the iCrib that is designed to be an easy-to-move crib that can be placed on top of your bed or a standard crib. This model includes a light frame, a mattress that can be removed and is able to be folded into a compact size for storage. The Joie Roomie Go crib is another alternative. It attaches to the bed edge and has 7 height positions, as well as a tummy tilt to help with colic and reflux. Our MFM home testers praised this crib for its small folding and easy to use. It's also available in different colours. You can also buy freestanding bedside cribs like our Lilly or Alain that you can put on top of the standard bed frame. They come with a moveable side barrier that slides down to allow you to take your baby to a night feeding, but the crib is fully enclosed and your baby will be sleeping comfortably throughout this time. These cribs also meet the new BS EN 1130:2019 safety requirements that specify that 120mm high barriers must be placed between your mattress and your child's cot. There are also cribs for travel available. They are designed specifically for use on the road. They are usually smaller and more compact than standard cribs, making them easy to transport into and out of cars and hotels. The Munchkin Brica travel crib, for instance can be set up and taken down in under a minute and it weighs just 3 pounds, so it is easy to lift and carry.