The Little Green Sheep BD001A Waterproof Mattress Protector for Moses Baskets, 30 x 70cm, Natural

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I got the Clevamama Clevafoam support mattress for my son. It's very good quality and has a luxury plush feel to it. I'd highly recommend it."(Recommended by Mumsnetter maryd84) Our verdict A popular feature of a Moses basket is the confined design, which can help newborns to feel sheltered and comfortable. Another appealing benefit is that Moses baskets are lightweight and portable. This allows parents to easily manoeuvre the basket and be close to their child during the first few months after giving birth. The same ‘safer sleep’ rules apply to a travel cot. It should have a rigid frame and base, and a firm, flat mattress that is covered in a waterproof material. Prams give your baby a lot of space to sit and lie comfortably, but they take up a lot of space and are hard to use on public transport. Coconut fibres are blended with natural latex and then encased in wool to create a naturally breathable and supportive mattress.

Moses baskets are often made using woven materials, such as palm and maize, providing a lightweight feel whilst maintaining durability. Many new Moses basket’s also come with fitted mattresses, often made with firm foam. Moses baskets are incredibly popular choices, and you could even use the same one over and over if you intend to have several children who can sleep in the Moses basket. However, you do need to make sure that you are choosing a new mattress for every new baby that will be going to sleep in the Moses basket and that you choose the best Moses basket mattress on the market. In 2018, The Royal College of Midwives suggested a universal probasket'sf baby boxes in the UK, as an alternative to cribs and Moses baskets. However, the BBC reported that experts have expressed doubts as baby boxes restrict observation of the baby. Moses Basket Mattress Considerations Your baby will spend many hours in a cot, so make sure it's safe. If you're buying a new cot, look for one that meets British safety standard BS EN 716. The BS number should be in the instructions or marked on the cot itself. This is a carrycot and transporter (a set of wheels) that can be converted into a pushchair when your baby outgrows the carrycot.Our wide selection of award-winning, natural Moses baskets are made using specially sourced palm leaf. This helps create an eco-friendly and natural space for your baby to sleep and helps keep our Moses baskets lightweight and portable - perfect for travel or moving from room to room. Pair with our Moses basket stand for maximum flexibility! Our Fibre Mattresses are a great affordable starting point for any parent. They're firm and supportive, allowing your baby to rest comfortably the minute you lay their head down. A huge amount of a baby’s physical growth and development takes place while they are asleep, so it is important that they're supported safely and correctly.

Ideally, buy a new car seat. If you're planning to get a secondhand seat, only accept one from a family member or friend so you can be sure it has not been involved in an accident. Do not buy one from a secondhand shop or through the classified ads. Wait until your baby can sit by themselves before using another type of pushchair. Choose a light pushchair if you'll be lifting it on to trains or buses. Prams Do not use pillows and duvets – they're not safe for babies less than a year old because of the risk of suffocation. Duvets can also make your baby too hot.

4. John Lewis Basic Fibre Moses Mattress

Hygiene: It’s no secret that newborns can be messy, and maintaining good hygiene in the bed should be convenient and easy. For this reason, many Moses basket mattresses have removable and washable covers. You can also look out for water resistant covers and materials, which could also help increase durability. It’s recommended that you buy a new Moses basket mattress for each baby, even if you'd only be handing down from your own children. The NCT says, “It might not seem like a big deal to reuse mattresses from your eldest child’s Moses basket or co t, or accept a hand-me-down from a friend. But bear in mind that doing this could mean a small increase in your baby’s risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). That applies if you’re using one that’s come from outside your house and if you lent it to somebody else in between babies.” We think the best Moses basket mattress is the Little Green Sheep Natural Moses Basket Mattress. We love its eco credentials as well as the comfort and support it offers your little one. While it's pricy - especially once you add the sold-separately washable cover - it's the Rolls Royce of Moses basket mattresses.