Maxi-Cosi Swift grows with your baby from birth through to 3.5 years of age. So instead of buying three separate portable products (a bassinet, a toddler cot and a play pen), the Swift is all three, stylishly rolled into-one. Travel cot mattresses are often thinner and harder than a regular cot mattress,” says Kate Holmes of safe sleep experts The Lullaby Trust, “but this is completely normal and you shouldn’t place folded blankets or a quilt under your baby to try to make them more comfortable. This can cause your baby to overheat. When the time comes for your little one go away for the night, either with or without you, you can easily take our travel cots for babies and toddlers with you! Our Maxi-Cosi Iris and Maxi-Cosi Swift travel cots are ready to go and can be easily set up wherever you need with the same comfort as your nursery at home. There’s even a side exit aimed at keeping older toddlers entertained when they’re using it as a play area. I’m not sure how much you’d use some of these features such as the changing table but it’s a nice option if you need it. (I’d personally prefer to use a mat on the floor).

Maxi-Cosi Swift Playard Travel Cot - Essential Graphite Maxi-Cosi Swift Playard Travel Cot - Essential Graphite

The Sleep & Go is safe and suitable for using as a play pen and fits children up to the age of three. I was actually very surprised when my older son hopped in the cot to play with his toys and actually seemed to fit in quite nicely - which he still does whenever it’s out. Like any parent, I always worry about my baby being at the right temperature when they’re sleeping, so I really appreciated the ventilated mattress with advanced air design™ that allows air to flow freely from every angle. This feature would be particularly reassuring on holiday in a hot country or a warm hotel room. A safe and comfortable travel crib is an essential accessory for parents who want to travel with their little ones without restriction. Sleepovers with friends and family, local road trips, and even international adventures—the world is your oyster with the right one. Some can be used as a permanent sleeping place for your baby or toddler, while others adapt throughout the first stages of their life from bassinet to cot or playpen. Things to consider include how long you want to use the crib, what you want it for (and, therefore, whether lightness or size is the greater priority), and how much you’re willing to spend.

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Yes, and I’ve done so many times, but make sure that the manufacturer’s guidance states that it’s suitable. A number of the travel cots in our roundup are, so I’ve also tested them with this in mind. Does a travel cot need a mattress? When your little one moves to its own nursery, you want to be sure they are safe and comfortable. Keep them always close with our Connected Home range, which includes a baby monitor, a humidifier, a soothing light & sound device and a under-crib light. All easily and securely operated with just one app; the Maxi-Cosi Connected Home app! For the maximum blend of space and compactness, choose the KidCo PeaPod Plus Travel Bed. As the larger version of the standard PeaPod already mentioned on this list, it’s for children aged 6 months to 5 years, yet still weighs in at just 3.65 pounds. When not used, it folds flat into a compact circle that can be easily slung over the shoulder or carried in hand. We loved that it’s small enough for easy air travel or to realistically keep in the trunk of your car for “just-in-case” situations.

Maxi-Cosi Compact Travel cots for babies and toddlers Maxi-Cosi Compact Travel cots for babies and toddlers

Pamo Babe Deluxe Portable Nursery Center: This crib initially impressed us by offering a bassinet mode, a travel crib/play yard mode, and a changing table. However, it started to collapse during testing, which made us question its safety. Baby Delight Snuggle Nest Harmony Baby Bed: This baby bed is super lightweight and essentially assembles itself upon being taken out of the box. However, it has a minimal use period—only until the baby starts to roll over. How We Tested The mattress needs to be firm, flat and protected by a waterproof cover,” Kate adds. “Make sure the travel cot has a rigid frame and base and that it meets all the relevant safety standards. Travel cots shouldn’t be placed against a radiator, in direct sunlight or within reach of blind cords and other hazards”.

Your first night at home with your baby is a new experience for all of you, but you can make this experience a comfortable one for you and your baby by using a co-sleeper. Our Iora co-sleeper allows your baby to sleep safely, while still just an arm’s reach away. It’s adjustable in height to ensure that it is perfectly aligned to your bed. And as with all of our home equipment collection, it looks sophisticated and modern in your home. Breeze GO Playard: We assembled this crib without instructions and liked its sturdiness and simple mattress design. However, we felt the price was high for relatively few bells and whistles.