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Buying a Bedside Crib For Travel Mums love this crib's size – it's bigger than the Moses basket but smaller than a cot bed. It can also fold down to just a quarter of its original size and fit into a handy bag for traveling. Just remember that the crib should only be used for sleeping. Toys, pillows and blankets are an entrapment risk. 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. A good starting point is the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website, which can inform you whether or not a particular crib for portable has been recall. Pick a mattress that's suitable for the crib of your child so that it doesn't slide through the gaps or create the risk of suffocation. When selecting a crib or bassinet make sure it conforms to the latest safety standards, which were updated in 2022. It is also recommended to avoid cribs that are older and cribs that have been modified or drop side cribs that are repurposed for travel because these have not been evaluated and could pose dangers to your baby's health. A travel crib should be well-built and sturdy. Make sure there aren't any loose, missing or broken screws, as well as other hardware. If you're using a playard, it must have mesh windows and secure walls for air flow. The crib's slats must not be more than 2 3/8 inches apart to avoid the baby's head and limbs from becoming trapped. Never put toys, blankets, or toys that are stuffed with animals in the crib. These can cause suffocation 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 5 months, whichever is first. Make sure you check regularly for loose or broken screws and other hardware. This is especially crucial when traveling with an infant. Remove all plastic from the crib as well. If you're using a portable baby crib ensure that it's not positioned directly in front of an enormous window. Windows pose a fall risk and if your child rolls into it, they may be injured. 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 crucial to wake your baby if they start to roll over while sleeping. Portability If you're on holiday, have family staying over, or simply want a safe bedside crib for sleepovers with friends, a portable crib (or playard or playard, as they're often called) is an excellent option. These playards fold up easily to assemble and are compact when closed, and feature an incredibly comfortable mattress that can hold newborns up to 15 kg. The BabyBjorn Travel Crib is a fav among MFM home testers who appreciate the fact that it can be folded 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 our lightest pack-and play, but with just under 15 pounds, it's a good weight. It also comes with regular handles instead of a backpack style strap, which some prefer. Another great option is the Joie Kubbie Sleep, which incorporates a bedside crib and bassinet into one compact unit that's ideal for both holidays and overnight visits to friends and family. It's not the least expensive, but it has an abundance of dancing and all-singing features such as 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 sits up higher than most for easier access in the beginning of the day when mum is still recovering. It's also easy to keep clean, with machine-washable and wipeable fabrics. And, despite its size and weight (it's more bulky when open) it's surprisingly light at just 12kg and slots neatly into a compact, convenient travel bag that comes with it perfect for trips away from home. It has six different height settings and an adjustable tummy tilt for reflux or colic babies. It's able to fit all sizes of beds. It's also incredibly quick to install, with our MFM tester being able to have it up and running in a mere 10 minutes. You'll need an additional mattress for it however. Feeding If you're traveling to work or for pleasure it's crucial to keep your baby happy and safe while traveling. It is better to buy a travel-specific crib or bassinet than to use one that you already own. They are smaller, with mesh sides that allow parents to check on their babies without disturbing them. They are lightweight enough for easy transport between destinations. They also meet all safety standards of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and haven't been recalled. If you must use a crib that is placed at your bedside, it's recommended that your child be laid on their backs and the mattress be free of pillows, blankets and stuffed animals. Sharing sleeping in a bed with parents isn't advisable for any baby, regardless of age, and this form of sleeping together is associated with an increased risk of SIDS. If you have to sleep with your child occasionally, ensure that you only do this while your baby is asleep and that you are completely dressed and awake. There are many kinds of cribs for newborns and babies. Some are designed as a mini-crib or Moses basket while others have sides that can be placed on parent's bed. This gives parents access to the baby for feeding and comforting while avoiding the dangers of co-sleeping that the AAP cautions against due dangers of suffocation. The Arm's Reach Clear-Vue Bassinet is a bedside sleeper which attaches to a mattress that is used by a parent. This is a great option for older children, as the sides can be elevated so that you can reach the infant without lifting them out of the bed. The travel cot with built-in cribs that can be removed enables you to easily lift a sleeping baby up for feeding or care. Sleeping Bedside cribs allow you to co-sleep safely with your baby. They are placed near your bed during the night, so that you can reach out easily to feed them and check on them without disturbing their sleep. Some cribs come with a drop-side that you can lower to make it easier for you to do this, while others have a height adjustment to ensure they will fit in your bed at home and away. Previously, it was recommended that infants have their own bedrooms. However parents are increasingly choosing to co-sleep. This arrangement, referred to as rooming in, allows babies to be close to their parents, while remaining in their own crib or a bassinet. There are many types of co-sleeper 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 has a light frame and a removable mattress and it folds up for easy storage. It also comes with 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. Our MFM home testers highly praised the crib for its compact folding and easy to use. It is also available in different colours. There are also cribs for bedside use, such as our Lilly and Alain, that can be put alongside a traditional bed frame. try what he says have a side barrier that slides down to allow you to pick up your baby for feedings at night. However the cribs are completely self-contained so your baby can remain asleep peacefully. They also meet the latest BS EN 1130:2019 safety requirements which stipulate that the 120mm high barrier should be present between your mattress and your child's cot. There are also cribs for travel that are specially made to be carried on the road. They tend to be smaller and more compact than standard cribs, making it easier to carry them in and out hotels and vehicles. Munchkin Brica, for example can be put together in under a minute and folded down in three pounds. It is therefore simple to lift and transport.