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I need to find a bassinet to sleep bubs in for the first 6 months or so (however long he/she fits and is safe to do so) but am having some trouble finding any that meet the sids kids guidelines and are nice looking too.
I don't like the frilly ones! I would like something white and simple looking, I was looking at the mothers choice coco but have read alot of reviews that the base bends under bubs weight. I found one on ebay but its depth from top of mattress to top of bassinet didn't meet sids guidelines. I REALLY wanted an arms reach co-sleeper but unfortunately one wouldn't work with our bed as the bed has thick leather padded sides which would leave a big gap between the bassinet and our mattress. I don't want to spend a fortune for something that will only be in use for such a short period of time. Maybe around $100 - $250.
Any recommendations?
TIA x
missie_mack
27-06-2012, 13:47
Have you considered a cradle? I paid a little more for mine than you are looking at spending but you will find they can sleep in it for much longer. My DD is 12 months (and tall for her age!) and she can still sleep in hers. Less frill more simpleness :yes:
What is a cradle? I think the one on ebay may of been like a cradle.. it is like a mini cot (bars) and on a stand?
Bluest Blue Box
27-06-2012, 13:57
I have a king parrot bassinet that might be what you're looking for. Sorry I can't link on my phone.
From memory I think the mattress to top measurement didn't quite meet SIDS guidelines.
DS grew out of it around months though so not sure it's the greatest. He was taller than average though.
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missie_mack
27-06-2012, 14:05
What is a cradle? I think the one on ebay may of been like a cradle.. it is like a mini cot (bars) and on a stand?
Kind of. They usually rock side to side but not all do. This (http://www.boori.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=106&Itemid=82) is the one I have (but not actually what I wanted- but that is a whole other thread lol)
Am I allowed to post links on here?
This is the one I was looking at
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/WHITE-HAS-BABY-WOODEN-SWING-CRADLE-BASSINETTE-MATTRESS-SPECIAL-OFFER-/280774442854?pt=AU_Baby_Furniture&hash=item415f75ff66
The issue I have with it is that the measurement from top of mattress to top of bassinet is 240mm where as sids kids recommends 250mm (its not much different) but I think I read somewhere else (maybe aus standards?) that they recommend 300mm.
Lumpy Melon
27-06-2012, 14:12
I have the coco bassinet and it was fab!
So did my sis.
We both had almost 10 pounder babies and DS was in his for four months, my niece was in hers for six.
No issues with the mattress, so much nicer than the frilly's and so easy to clean!
Turk EnJayDee
27-06-2012, 14:14
I have a king parrot bassinet that might be what you're looking for. Sorry I can't link on my phone.
From memory I think the mattress to top measurement didn't quite meet SIDS guidelines.
DS grew out of it around months though so not sure it's the greatest. He was taller than average though.
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I second the king parrot. I bought it for my DS for the same reasons as you OP. I love it. The whole thing is fantastic. It has all mesh sides and a really sturdy base. DS is 4 months and weighs 6.5kg and it's fine for him.
I plan on using it until he can pull himself up. I think I got mine on sale for $149. Normal price is $199. Although I have a feeling they were phasing out King Parrot things. It is made by Boori so I'm sure they'd have one but it would probably cost a bit more than you're looking at.
I have seen the Tasman Eco ones and they are the same style as the KP.
missie_mack
27-06-2012, 14:22
Am I allowed to post links on here?
This is the one I was looking at
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/WHITE-HAS-BABY-WOODEN-SWING-CRADLE-BASSINETTE-MATTRESS-SPECIAL-OFFER-/280774442854?pt=AU_Baby_Furniture&hash=item415f75ff66
The issue I have with it is that the measurement from top of mattress to top of bassinet is 240mm where as sids kids recommends 250mm (its not much different) but I think I read somewhere else (maybe aus standards?) that they recommend 300mm.
Never seen that brand before, infact it looks a bit dodgy with the pin to stop the rocking. I just measured the difference between the mattress and the sides (not the head) of mine and it was about 296mm and I have a thicker than neccessary mattress on mine. I don't think you would find a bassinette with that type of clearance space :confused:
I second the king parrot. I bought it for my DS for the same reasons as you OP. I love it. The whole thing is fantastic. It has all mesh sides and a really sturdy base. DS is 4 months and weighs 6.5kg and it's fine for him.
I plan on using it until he can pull himself up. I think I got mine on sale for $149. Normal price is $199. Although I have a feeling they were phasing out King Parrot things. It is made by Boori so I'm sure they'd have one but it would probably cost a bit more than you're looking at.
I have seen the Tasman Eco ones and they are the same style as the KP.
I have a king parrot bassinet too, they are great and look lovely too
Thanks ladies. I have actually looked at the king parrot before and they seem to be selling for around $169 which sounds good to me. What thickness mattress do you all have roughly? I know alot of bassinets come with ones that are around 10mm thick? This seems really thin but I want to make sure I don't increase any SIDs risks. Thanks again :)
Turk EnJayDee
27-06-2012, 14:50
I have no idea how thick my KP mattress is. It came with the bassinet but I can definately say it's not 10mm. It's much thicker than that. I'd say maybe 25mm
DS doesn't have a problem on it but he also has a wedge because of silent reflux. Before we had the wedge though, he slept on it just fine. It's not really a problem IMHO, because it is quite firm
We have the Tasman Eco and really like it. Good reviews from Choice magazine too.
catfishbone
27-06-2012, 18:10
In my case, I Co-sleep with my bub on the same bed. this works fine with me and my wife. If you afraid that you will squeezed your bub, you can get portable bassinet and place in between you and your partner.
pinklily33
27-06-2012, 18:19
I'm another one with the Kingparrot. I loved it. I liked the breathable sides. My DD stayed in it until 6 months when I moved her into the cot but she could have stayed in it longer as there was still heaps of room.
Maybelline
27-06-2012, 18:50
http://www.pramwarehouse.com.au/upload/prod/big/0f782bc6817e914648533a1400584823.jpg
We had this in white ..bought 2nd hand off ebay..was GREAT!!!!!
Jaspat24
27-06-2012, 20:20
i'm planning on getting the seed organic cradle, not sure about sids guidelines though
Thanks ladies. I have actually looked at the king parrot before and they seem to be selling for around $169 which sounds good to me. What thickness mattress do you all have roughly? I know alot of bassinets come with ones that are around 10mm thick? This seems really thin but I want to make sure I don't increase any SIDs risks. Thanks again :)
Im estinmating measurements but about 2inches thick.
I totally recommend the king parrot bassinet too! It's the best. We use the mattress that it comes with and it is perfect. DS is 5 months and just over 9kg so I will be thinking about transferring him to the cot soon, but the bassinet is still going strong! Looks lovely, isn't too expensive and it's on wheels so you can move it around the house. It's also very safe. Love it!
looloo711
01-07-2012, 17:18
Another vote here for the king parrot.
veggiemama
01-07-2012, 17:46
Another fan of the king parrot. Only thing was it's larger so you need larger basinnette sheets. I made my own out of an old sheet and cut flat sheets to size. Loved that it was on wheels etc.
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Thanks everyone, it looks like I'm leaning towards the king parrot! It's got a nice simple look too :)
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