The Maxi-Cosi Swift was a clear winner for us due to its ingenious design that combines three baby essentials—bassinet, cot, and playpen—in one high-quality product. Others are compact enough to count as carry-on luggage and can be stowed in an overhead compartment. Travel cots are designed to be used with their original mattress and adding a second mattress or changing it could affect the stability of the cot or create a gap between the mesh sides and the base of the cot. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your devices and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests.

Maxi-Cosi Swift – 3-in-1 Travel Cot

With the help of my two sons aged one and three, we tested them at home as a sleep and play space and while visiting grandparents for the weekend.

When used as an elevated cot for toddlers, the mattress does not need to be in direct contact with cold floor, while the thick, foam mattress provides a comfy place to rest. This crib stood out for its attractive, high-quality design and the fact that it works from birth to approximately 3. Dream On Me Nest Portable Play Yard With Carry Bag And Shoulder Strap: Although four separate testers tried, we could not successfully assemble this crib, which we found to be frustrating and useless.

Maxi-Cosi Swift 3-in-1 Travel Cot, Lightweight Travel Cot

You can find Kate’s advice at the bottom of this article – but, in short, don’t add extra mattresses, loose sheets, toys or pillows to a baby’s travel cot. Our Maxi-Cosi Swift travel cot fitted sheets are specially designed to cover the toddler mattress of Maxi-Cosi Swift.I recently took the cot on holiday with me as I wanted to have a safe play-space to pop down my newly crawling baby. There are no hidden locks that get in the way; one swift action and you can simply get on with your busy day. 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. Pack the lightweight travel cot into its handy carry bag and take it with you on days out visiting friends and family, or on any weekend away. Finally, the best cribs fold down for easy over-the-shoulder or backpack-style carrying, keeping your hands free for everything else.

Maxi-Cosi Swift Newborn Bedsheets – Accessory Maxi-Cosi Swift Newborn Bedsheets – Accessory

It assembles in just three minutes with a snap-open motion that locks the legs in place and takes less than a minute to disassemble. Gladly Family Merritt Portable Playard Suite: We loved this crib on most fronts—it's incredibly durable and sturdy, easy to clean, and boasts plenty of smart features.If you’re traveling with a crib, the chances are you’re also traveling with the rest of the paraphernalia a small child needs. Use our Maxi-Cosi Kori rocker or our Maxi-Cosi Cassia baby swing as a comfortable and safe way for your baby to relax. Graco My View Travel Crib With Stages: Compact and well-made, we liked that this crib was quick to assemble. Travel cots shouldn’t be placed against a radiator, in direct sunlight or within reach of blind cords and other hazards”. A safe and comfortable travel crib is an essential accessory for parents who want to travel with their little ones without restriction.