New Baby Travel Cot Bed Mattress Quilted Breathable - For Graco, Redkite And Mamas & Papas 95 x 65 x 5 cm poly cotton Quilted cover Nursery Cot Mattress

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Some of the travel cots on our list fold into a long rectangular shape more suited to public transport, others fold flat to fit in a car boot. For holidays in hot climates, a breathable mattress and all-around mesh panel are factors to consider. MFM Consumer and Reviews Editor Christy commented: "It's so easy to set up, which is really useful if you forget how between holidays, or are asking a grandparent to help. It conveniently folds back down in the same amount of time, too, although it is worth noting this model folds down to a large flat shape, like a suitcase, making better suited to sliding into a car boot or under a bed than taking on public transport.

You should check that the wheels either lock effectively, or that there are two wheels and two legs, so the cot doesn’t roll unexpectedly. Our testers did find the basinette insert for newborns a little flimsy, but fine given that's only used for the first few months before moving to the full travel cot.Showcasing our biggest travel cot innovation since Graco®’s original Pack ‘N Play® was released over 30 years ago. Most can be used from birth – we’ve specified the manufacturer’s instructions – but the travel cots that have a built-in bassinet offer a cosier, elevated sleep environment for newborns. These help with air circulation and will provide a more comfortable environment for your child to sleep.

Keep scrolling for advice on how to keep your travel cot stable, plus details on whether or not your baby can sleep overnight in their travel cot. Children can sleep in a travel cot from birth until about three years old - and travel cots come in a range of sizes - as do travel cot mattresses so ensure you check measurements before making a purchase.Do you plan to use the travel cot frequently during the year, or do you need it for a particular holiday? 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. Make sure you monitor your baby while they're using the travel cot, checking on them regularly to make sure they're both safe and comfortable. FoldLite’s one-of-a-kind design offers two ways to fold and less weight to carry — getting you to playtime faster. One of the great features of the Joie Kubbie Sleep travel cot is that it can be used beside the bed once its straps are attached to the bed, and its side is dropped," said MFM reviewer Dominic, who tested this with his newborn daughter.

It does sit quite high up so the exact functionality will differ depending on the type of bed you have, but in those early days when mum is healing it could be a lifesaver.It's impressively easy to set up and fold down – a true highlight compared to trickier styles such as the Joie Kubbie Sleep. Parent tester Cali, who tested the CoZee Go with her 13-month-old son Teddy, really loved the style and quality of the travel cot: "There are cheaper travel cot and playpen options out there but they don't look as stylish or high quality. It's also 5cm thick for extra comfort and support but still folds down, unlike many thicker travel cot mattresses. WHEN you're away from home, one of the best travel cot mattresses can really help your little one to sleep and should last you trip after trip - so it's worth investing in a good one.

Christy, who tested the cot with her tall 2 year old, says: "I loved the fact that the BabyBjorn has no weight limit. As with everything, you can spend more or less than this - consider what works for your baby and how you can recreate the sleeping set-up you have at home to ensure a good sleep when you're away on holiday.

The bottom of the mattress is also made from a non-toxic, waterproof PVC material so it can easily be wiped down if there are any accidents. It's definitely not the lightest product on our list, but remove any accessories you're not using (such as the changer or bassinet) and this significantly reduces the weight to make it easier to move or carry. Check out our round-up of the best mattresses for kids as well as our Simba Kids mattress review and Emma Kids mattress review.