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Baby Safe Sleep
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items As a Childbirth Educator specializing in reducing the risk of SIDS, I have currated this list of gear and products to help baby be as safe as possible.
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Sleep Safe Travel Beds & Playards
Bassinets
Crib Mattresses and Bedding
Sleepers and Sleepsacks
Sleep Safe Travel Beds & Playards
This list is not yet complete. I will be adding more recommendations soon!
Greenguard Gold Certified, sleep safe, and the mattress is completely washable including the core! Perfect for messy situations or just wanting it fresh after storing if you plan on growing your family.
Compact Travel Crib & Play Yard | Newton Baby
Certified sleep safe. This travel crib is 11.5 lbs.
HARPPA Rossi | Lightweight Pack & Play – Travel Crib with Mattress for Home & Away
Overnight sleep approved and only 10 lbs.
Safety 1st Dream & Go 3-in-1 Travel Crib Grey
The Lotus is a wonderful option. You will find this product to be very useful.
Lotus Everywhere Travel Crib
The Calao is both beautiful and convenient. The bassinet is comfy and the lower section doubles as a sleep space and safe play area.
Calao Travel Crib
Only weighs 13lbs, and it comes with a lifetime warranty which makes it a sought after choice.
Moov and Comfy 3-in-1 Travel Crib and Playard
Baby Bjorn is a high quality choice. I do think that there are better options on this list, but this could be the best fit for your family.
BabyBjörn Travel Crib & Organic Sheet Bundle - Dark Green | Babylist Shop
Chicco is a great brand and this product is no different. If you are wanting a bassinet, this is not a good option.
Chicco Alfa Lite Travel Playard, Midnight
Bassinets
This is the ideal bassinet choice. I do recommend that if you are on a budget and have enough space where you plan to put your bassinet, consider the playpen with the bassinet for the same price instead. It will grow with your child longer. However, ...
Essential Bassinet
This is a great smart bassinet.
Uppababy Soma Smart Bassinet
This bassinet is quite bougee. If you are on a budget, I don't recommend buying this. However, it is a great option!
Maxi-Cosi® Sibia Bassinet
This is a great bassinet. The mattress is not quite as nice as the newton.
Chicco LullaGo Anywhere Portable Bassinet - Sandstone
Halo has always put baby's safety first with their products. I highly recommend this.
HALO Innovations Bassinet Essential Sleeper - White
This cosleeper bassinet is a classic. A trusted choice.
Arm's Reach Clear-Vue Co-Sleeper Bassinet - White
Crib Mattresses and Bedding
This product is a great choice. The peace of mind that comes from this mattress is well worth the $199. It can be fully cleaned including the core. This will be helpful for cleaning any blowouts or accidents.
Essential Crib Mattress
As you have probably noticed, I am a huge fan of Newton products. This is well worth the investment.
Mini Crib Mattress
Sleepers and Sleepsacks
I have compiled a list of sleepers and sleepsacks. I have not included any swaddles because I firmly believe that babies need the startle reflex to wake up in the night which helps reduce the risk of SIDS.
Magnetic me makes nighttime changes a breeze.
Magnetic Me Modal Magnetic Footie - Ainslee Modal, 0-3 M | Babylist Shop
Cloud Island Sleepers are not very cute, but they are so soft and comfortable. The 2 packs are softer than the 3 packs.
Baby Boys' 2pk Celestial Soft Blend Sleep N' Play - Cloud Island™ Gray
Halo sleepsacks are very easy to use.
HALO Innovations 100% Cotton Sleepsack Wearable Blanket - Lullaby Forest - S
The fabric in this sleepsack regulates to help baby maintain the ideal temperature.
HALO Innovations Sleepsack Ideal Temperature Wearable Blanket - Gray/Aqua - S
These sleepsacks are a little bit cheaper than the others and work very well.
0-18mths | Newborn Baby Sleep Sack
Perfect for the babies that hate the feeling of footed pajamas.
0-24mths | 2pk Disney’s The Lion King Zip-Up Sleepers