Any parent that enjoys regular holidays will understand the benefits of a travel cot. Designed to provide a safe and comfortable sleeping environment for your baby whilst away from home, travel cots are available in all sorts of innovative shapes and sizes for the discerning family-on-the-go.
As with all baby purchases, it's essential to get it right so you don't end up wasting money on something that will spend most of its time in the back of your storage cupboard. If you're a 'one holiday per year' family, steer clear of the expensive options and go for something versatile that will double up as a playpen, toy box or beach pod. You also need to think about weight, portability and ease of use - even the most seasoned traveller knows the pitfalls of travelling with children so look for a cot that you can carry, construct and pack away without losing your rag! Longevity is key for regular holiday-makers so look for a style that will provide plenty of room for your growing baby. Some of the more compact models are fantastically portable but are generally only suitable for the first 12 months. Research wisely and you'll end up with a cot that's perfect for your family's needs, whilst providing comfortable accommodation for your baby until they are old enough to sleep in a big bed. This month's panel are from Manchester and they met through their husbands who work together at the local actuary. Their babies are between 4 and 15 months and they are all keen travellers - venturing on long journeys to see relatives and trips abroad to sunny destinations. Our panel have been testing the cots for over a month and even set up a 'travel cot evening' to compare notes and discuss the various features! Each cot has been thoroughly reviewed by each parent panel member so you can benefit from their individual thoughts and experiences. The panel hard at work! Special thanks to dads Anthony and Simon seen here with mischieveous testers, Alex and Beth Where to next:
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