Easily slide the car cot from any compatible Maxi-Cosi pushchair onto the ISOFIX FamilyFix3 base in the car, without having to wake your baby. To help your baby get used to their travel cot, you should put your baby into the cot to sleep for a few nights before your trip. This gives them a chance to test out the cot and you’re likely to find that they like it just as much as they like their cot at home. There are several things to consider in regards to material. Firstly, you want to make sure the material is designed to be kind to your baby’s skin and contains no hazardous materials or chemicals. You may also want to consider whether the material is machine washable or wipe clean. Weight:

Whether you're heading off on a sleepover or a longer holiday, the Maxi-Cosi Iris travel cot is the perfect travel companion. It folds compactly and comes with a transport bag for easy carrying. And whether you're traveling with a newborn or a toddler, you can adjust the cot to suit you, by raising or lowering the mattress base. Some are only suitable for a younger baby and cannot be used once your baby has exceeded a particular weight or length. Consult the product description or manual carefully to ensure that the cot is the correct size for your child. The answer to this question varies with each travel cot. Some cots are suitable for newborns and have a detachable bassinet that can be taken out as your baby grows. Some are only appropriate from 6 months of age but can last until your child is three or four years of age. 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. We also tested on holiday in Portugal. I was looking for low weight and ease of travel, how easy they were to set up and put down again, and how well my baby slept in them. Quality of fabrics and the overall design were also important considerations.You’ll also need a lightweight sheet to go over the mattress, but make sure this is fitted and there’s no loose fabric that baby could pull over their face. What age can a child sleep in a travel cot? 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.

Planning a sleepover or going for a longer holiday? No matter which one you go for, the Iris compact travel cot is the perfect travel companion. It folds and unfolds easily and comes with a travel cot bag for easy carrying. The Iris travel cot weighs less than 6 kilos and folds super compactly, so you can easily take it anywhere that your life takes you!The weight of travel cots can vary greatly. The weight should be stated in the product description so always consult this beforehand. Generally, the weight of a travel cot will be between 6kg-8kg. 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. Moreover, its extra comfortable travel cot mattress makes sure your little one falls asleep in no time. Whether it’s an afternoon nap or sleeping through the night – they’ll feel like they’re sleeping on a cloud, wherever they are!

You may find the mattress is a little on the thin side and it definitely isn’t as comfy as some of the more expensive ones on this list. But be assured this is as it should be to maintain a safe ventilated sleeping area without creating any gaps at the edges. A travel cot that doubles as a playpen is preferable for many parents. The opportunity to use the cot for sleeping and play can make life much easier for parents who are traveling. A cot that can be used as a playpen should be larger than average and have a soft and comfortable base. Some of the more popular options will also come with additional features such as a zip-down side and toy basket. Material: Going away as a new family can not only be a new experience for you, but also for your little one. You want your child to be as comfortable as possible wherever you go! And every child needs a good night's sleep and/or a good nap during the day; often their mood depends on it! Travel cots for babies and toddlers will help you keep your child comfortable and well rested. A special newborn travel cot can be the perfect option to get your little one some well-deserved rest If you’re expecting a new arrival, by the way, don’t forget to read our guides to the best baby monitors, the best prams and buggies, the best sterilisers and the best baby carriers.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? You may also want to consider a travel cot that is easy to move around once it is assembled. You can consider having wheels underneath the travel cot. Lightweight cots with wheels are easy to move from room to room, meaning you don’t have to take it down and reassemble it every time you want to use it. How to Clean: Thanks to its 180° flat sleeping position, babies can travel and sleep at the same time, all day, every day, in the healthiest and safest way. With Jade, you can take your baby with you during long-distance family trips and during the day-to-day activities, safely and without waking up baby.

If you plan to travel on public transport or by aeroplane, you may want to make sure that your travel cot is portable. Many cots are small enough and light enough to carry easily and these are the best option for many parents. The NEW Maxi-Cosi Jade is the first car cot to comply with the highest safety standard (R129) to travel with a baby in the car. Jade combines the safety of a car seat and the sleep comfort of a carrycot. Going on a trip to find that your baby doesn’t like sleeping in their travel cot can be a disaster for many parents. As a matter of fact, it is more likely that your baby is confused by the change in their sleeping arrangements and isn’t used to sleeping in a different bassinet. Choosing a travel cot that is easy to clean can be a lifesaver for many parents. We all know how messy children can be! Look for a cot that has a removable frame cover and a removable mattress cover for the easiest clean. Additional Features:

Our Maxi-Cosi Iris and Maxi-Cosi Swift both have the unique option to change from a newborn travel cot to a toddler travel cot. So whether you are having a sleepover at the grandparents in those first months, or taking a trip as a family with an almost 1 year old, one of our Maxi-Cosi travel cot with mattress included will help you and your little one sleep! As a mum of two little boys aged one and three, finding the best travel cots has become an important part of my life. We use a travel cot for our youngest child when visiting grandparents and friends and use another as a safe travel playpen for his older brother on holidays. Their benefit over a regular cot is travel cots are portable and lightweight. As a parenting writer, I’ve had the opportunity to try out many different types. They’re not all created equal. However, as with any cot, you should make sure that you are following safe sleeping practices. Use the original mattress that comes with the cot. If you are required to buy the mattress separately, always choose one that is recommended by the manufacturer or fits exactly with the size specifications. The main mattress base sits above floor level to avoid drafts and the mesh sides offer great visibility of baby from multiple angles. The mattress also includes a handy zip-off design that means that you can throw it in the washing machine if there are any accidents. The airy design lets you keep an eye on your child, and keeps them comfortable with plenty of ventilation