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Buying a Bedside Crib For Travel Moms love this crib's dimensions It's larger than the size of a Moses basket, but smaller than a crib bed. It also folds down to just a third of its original size, and can fit into a convenient travel bag, making it ideal for travel. Remember that the crib is only for sleeping. Toys, pillows and blankets can suffocate a child. Safety If you are looking for a travel cot, make sure that the manufacturer is adhering to all safety standards. A good starting point is the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website, which can inform you whether or not a specific portable crib has been removed from the market. You'll also want to choose the correct size for the crib of your baby, so it doesn't slip into gaps in the crib's sides or create a suffocation risk. Search for bassinets and cribs that meet the updated safety standards of 2022. Avoid cribs with older designs and that have been modified for travel, or cribs with drop-sides. These cribs have not been tested and could be a danger to your baby's safety. A travel crib needs to be sturdy and well-constructed. Make sure you check for broken, missing or loose screws and other hardware. If you're using a playard it should be fitted with mesh windows and strong walls to allow air flow. The crib's slats should be spaced no more than 2 and 3/8 inches apart to keep baby's head and legs from getting trapped. Don't put any blankets, pillows, stuffed animals or toys in the crib. These items can cause strangulation or death to your baby. They must be removed when they can stand up on their own or before the age of 5 months. Check frequently for broken or loose screws and other hardware. This is especially important when traveling with a child. Remove all plastic from the crib, too. If you're using a portable baby crib be sure that it's not placed directly under the large windows. A window is an accident hazard for your baby could get hurt in the event that they crash into it. It's recommended to keep your baby's sleeping space away from windows, even when they are old enough to roll over. It's important to wake up your baby if they start to roll over while sleeping. Portability Portable cribs (or playards which is what they're sometimes referred to as) are a great choice for those who is on vacation, has a family members over, or simply needing a safe crib for use at a sleepover with friends. These playards fold up and have an extremely comfortable mattress that can hold children up to 15 kg. They are simple to assemble and compact when closed. The BabyBjorn Travel Crib is a fav among MFM home testers, who appreciate the fact it can be folded down and stored in several minutes and its simple one-handed drop-down panels are simple enough for even sleepy parents to use. It's not our lightest pack-and play, but at 15 pounds, it's a good weight. It also comes with normal handles instead of a backpack strap that some people prefer to use. Another excellent option is the Joie Kubbie Sleep, which includes a crib for bed and a bassinet into one compact unit that's perfect for holidays as well as overnight visits to friends and family. It's not the most affordable option, but it comes with many options, including an organizer basket and calming night lights that change colour and lullabies, as well as white noise to help your child sleep. The fabrics can be washed in the machine and wipeable, making it easy to clean. It's also light at just 12 kilos and fits nicely into the small, compact travel case that comes with it. It comes with six height settings, including the tilt of the tummy for reflux/colic infants, and it can be adapted to beds of all sizes. It's also extremely easy to set up and has our MFM tester able to get it up and running in a mere 10 minutes. It'll require a separate mattress. Feeding Whether traveling for pleasure or business, it's important to keep your baby happy and safe when traveling. While some families might be attracted to use a crib or bassinet that they already own however, it's recommended to purchase one specifically made for travel. These are smaller and have mesh sides so parents can observe their baby without causing any disturbance to them. They are also lightweight and can be easily transported between places. These also conform to the safety standards of American Academy of Pediatrics and have not been subject to recalls. If you must use a crib that is placed at your bedside it is recommended that your baby be placed on their back and that the sleeping surface be free of pillows, blankets, and toys. Sharing sleeping in a bed with parents isn't advised for any baby regardless of age, and this kind of co-sleeping is linked to an increased risk 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. The types of bedside cribs that are available for infants and young children include: Some are designed as a mini-crib or Moses basket while others have sides that can be lowered into the parents' beds. This allows for middle-of-the-night access to the baby for feeding and comforting while avoiding the dangers of co-sleeping that the AAP advises against due to the risk 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 raised so that you can reach the infant without having to lift them from the bed. Another option is a travel cot, which has a built-in bassinet that can be removed from the top of the crib, which makes it easier to raise an infant who is sleeping for feeding or other care. Sleeping bedside cot reviews allow you to co-sleep safely with your baby. They are placed near your bed during the night so that you can reach over easily for night feeds and monitor them without disrupting their sleep. Some cribs have an opening on the side that can be lower to make this easier and others have an adjustable height setting so that they will be able to fit in your bed at home or when you are away. While it used to be advised that infants sleep in their own separate bedroom, there's a increasing preference for parents to sleep with their infants. Also known as rooming-in, this arrangement allows babies to be close to their parents yet remain in a safe space on their own bassinet or crib. There are a variety of co-sleeper available such as the iCrib that is designed to be portable and can be placed on the top of your bed or a regular crib. This model comes with a light frame and a removable mattress and folds up for easy storage. The Joie Roomie Go crib is another option. It attaches to the bed edge and has 7 height positions, as well as a tummy tilt to help with colic and reflux. The crib was praised by our MFM home testers for its ease of use and compact folding, and it's also available in a variety of colors. There are also bedside cribs that are freestanding, such as our Lilly or Alain which you can put on top of a standard bed frame. They come with a moveable side barrier that slides down to allow you to take your baby to a evening feeding, however the crib is self-contained and your baby will sleep soundly throughout this time. These cribs meet the latest BS EN1130 safety standards, which require a 120mm gap between your mattress and child's cot. There are also cribs for travel that are specially designed to be used on the road. They are typically smaller and more compact than standard cribs, which makes it easier to transport them from and into cars and hotels. The Munchkin Brica travel crib, for example, can be set up and packed down in under a minute and it weighs just 3 pounds, so it is easy to move and carry.