Babylo Deluxe Drop Side Co-Sleeper Bedside Travel Cot, Grey Mélange, Pack of 1

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If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. This reduces any potential variables during the testing process and ensures that our results are based on like-for-like comparisons. All you need to do is unwrap the mattress, push up the sides, put the mattress in the bottom and it’s ready to go.

Once assembled, it feels sturdy enough to last a number of years, which will be helpful for when our daughter can start using it as a playpen. Make sure it isn’t damaged or broken, that the frame is intact and that there aren’t any sharp edges that could cause injury. Ruth scored each product based on each criteria below, with the highest scoring coming out on top as the overall winner.The relatively quick speed with which I was able to assemble the Joie Kubbie made it particularly useful when travelling – it was ready in a few short minutes after arriving at Granny’s house!

For parents who want a travel cot from birth – perhaps to keep at a family member or caregiver's house – the Joie Kubbie Sleep combines the functionality of a travel cot with that of a bedside crib, with a drop-down side operated by a button that allows easier access to a newborn while in bassinet mode. Although one of the priciest travel cots on our list, the Stardust can still deliver great value if you’re using your travel cot regularly with your baby. It's not the most compact travel cot when it's assembled and is still quite large when it's folded — it's wide and square, which may be awkward to transport in smaller car boots. Unsurprisingly it’s big and heavy, and not particularly easy to move around, although the two wheels do help a little. Look for a removable mattress that comes with a fitted sheet, which you will be able to stick in the washing machine.For cosy bedding inspiration, take a look at our list – tried and tested by real parents and their kids.

She won a The Week Junior Book Award in 2023, her books have been translated into several languages and she's been featured in The Guardian, The Sunday Times and The Sun.It is quick and easy to assemble and quickly folds away for storage or transportation, making it the perfect option when visiting relatives. The frequency and location of where you’ll use it will help when considering weight, functionality and budget. For example, if the travel cot will be used for overnight stays at relatives or friends every month, you won’t need to worry too much about weight and the ease of assembly – especially if it can remain constructed.

Forget tricky folds, the pop-up style mechanism of the Bugaboo Stardust takes just seconds: simply pull the cot open from flat by pulling both sides. We love that the crib has 6 adjustable heights to better help it align the barrier of the crib to the parents' mattress — this is particularly useful if you're travelling and staying in different places. Ruth is a journalist who has used a number of baby beds with her three young children – from the newborn stage right through to toddlerhood and while holidaying abroad and visiting relatives in the UK.What’s more, the bouncer can be used either on top of the cot or standalone, as can the changing mat. Whether you're looking for something safe for a newborn, or a roomy cot for an older toddler, you'll find it here. It’s not recommended to use a travel cot regularly for a long period of time, as they’re not designed to support your baby’s development. But if you’re planning a relaxing trip, whether it’s a UK staycation or something more exotic, you can’t skimp on the travel cot.