Moses basketsMoses baskets offer a snug, portable place for your baby to sleep. They have carry handles, which makes them practical for newborn and young babies as you can carry your sleeping baby around the house with you. It’s also possible to buy a stand (usually sold separately) for the Moses basket so that you can raise your baby off the floor out of harm’s way and away from draughts. Some stands are adjustable to fit the basket; if not, check the stand fits your basket snugly before buying. Most manufacturers recommend a Moses basket for babies up to 6 or 7kg; but once your baby begins to roll or simply overfills the basket, it’s time to find a new sleeping place. Moses baskets are made from various materials, the most common being palm leaf. As this is a natural product these Moses baskets are often fumigated against palm lice by importers (they mostly come from North Africa and China) and stockists are given a fumigation certificate which you can ask to see if you are concerned. The palm lice are entirely harmless to humans but eat the baskets, and the fumigation process is non-toxic. What makes one Moses basket different from another is the dressing - the accessories that are often included in the total price of the basket. There is usually a valance piece which makes a pretty frill around the bottom, a liner, a mattress and co-ordinated bedding. Check that the mattress is a close fit (especially if you buy it separately). A good
Moses basket should be very well padded, soft and cosy for your baby.
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