A. A travel crib can be a great baby product for new parents to have. In addition to being used as a standard crib and playpen by older infants, many include a full size bassinet for newborns and infants that weight less than 15 pounds. So yes, a travel crib with a bassinet might be a good option in your situation.
They are also lightweight, compact, and easy to transport from one room to another in your home, or if you are traveling with your baby.
Travel Cribs
- Graco Travel Lite Crib - a popular travel crib that 'provides a safe and comfortable place to sleep away from home for your precious little bundle of love.' Can be used as a bassinet for infants under 15 pounds and as a crib for children less than 30 pounds and who are unable to climb out.
Portable Play Yards
Portable playards look very similar to travel cribs, including often having a bassinet. However, keep in mind that they don't meet the same safety standards as a real travel crib and your baby should not be left sleeping in a playard unsupervised.Popular models of playards include:
