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

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Try using a cot mobile to soothe them with gentle music and friendly figures when they need a little comfort. She tested each for at least three nights, both at home and at the grandparents' house, which meant that all the models were subject to the same environmental factors and held a child of the same age and weight. Overall, the cot is smaller in size than some other options, but that means it folds up smaller too. We were surprised by how much the mattress kept it’s solid shape, with no crease or fold from being flat-packed within the cot and travel bag. The Aston will fit in any Nursery and is designed to feel at home with any Nursery decor or additional furniture ranges.

Some also have a changing station, which could be useful if you’re frequently travelling with a baby.

Whilst compact and able to fit under some beds while not in use, it does have a large footprint and therefore takes up quite a lot of car boot space and may not fit into the boot of smaller cars. You could use a pillowcase, but you may prefer a fitted sheet, and this may be available as an optional extra.

But remember, a firm mattress is important for safe sleep for your baby, and doesn’t mean your child won’t be comfortable. It has a padded base to protect and comfort and mesh sides that offer ventilation and a window, so you can keep an eye on your little one. No, it’s not as cheap as the excellent Cuggl, but at almost 20cm longer it’s a great option if you need a larger-than-average product. The stylish cot is available in two colours, Charcoal (pictured) or Frost, and features an “Advanced air design”, including mesh sides to ensure airflow is optimal and safe. The BabyBjorn is a dream to put up and probably the most comfortable for baby, but I only take it if it's a decent airline luggage allowance.It’s compact and lightweight, meaning it can be easily moved from room to room and transported in its handy carry bag. Weighing just 6kg, including the carry bag, your back will thank you when you’re taking it in and out of cars or planes. We also turned to the Mumsnet forums - home of the UK's largest network of parents - to seek out authentic recommendations and honest reviews of the travel cots they'd used with their own children.

While it takes a bit of time to erect this travel cot and rocker, there’s a very good YouTube video to show you the process.This feels like a quality cot that we would be more than happy to have as a permanent by-the-side bed; it doesn’t feel at all flimsy in the way some travel cots do. In addition, it would have been useful to know how low the bassinet sat relative to the top of the unit. 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.

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. And when it comes to helping younger babies feel secure while they sleep, swaddling can help to moderate their self startle reflex - so check out our helpful guide on how to swaddle a baby.It folds down into one piece that’s carried in a Velcro-closing bag that’s also included in the box.