Everything you need to know about the cot

The umbrella bed is for every trip and every placement for more than one day. In the blink of an eye, it unfolds to form the perfect cocoon to protect your baby while you sleep.

Perfect for keeping your child comfortable and safe at night, the crib can easily be stored in the trunk of the car to follow you on your travels. Specifically, here is what we expect from this type of bed:

  • Folding: it is stored away in a few steps.
  • Low bulk and easy to carry.
    • It's easy to carry around and easy to use.
  • &Equipped with a good mattress.
  • Sufficiently comfortable for a good night's sleep to bé.

Although it’s a cot, it’s important to choose it well based on practical criteria. Let's take a look at all the points you need to pay attention to when buying a good cot.

 

CHOOSE A MODEL THAT CAN BE EASILY FOLDED

Certainly, the umbrella bed is foldable, but not all models work the same way.

It is important to be able to set it up easily, as well as put it away quickly before leaving. The mechanism must be easy to handle. This should be one of the criteria of choice.

For an online purchase, the easiest way is to consult the various reviews left by previous buyers of the product you are interested in. In store, of course, it is possible to ask for a demonstration of the folding and unfolding process.

Umbrella beds usually come in a cover or a storage bag. Also, try to find out how easy it is to store. A poorly designed carrying case can quickly make the operation unpalatable.

They are not the only ones.

Check the folded bed's footprint.

Another very important point: the footprint. Considering the fact that it is a travel bed, you will have to transport it. So make sure that once folded, it fits easily into the trunk of your car, without sacrificing any useful space. Stored in its carrying bag or cover, it should fit easily among your other belongings. The differences can be significant depending on the model:

  • The weight: from 4 kg to more than 10 kg depending on the model.
  • The size: from a simple suitcase à a large travel bag.
  • Easy to handle: the bags where the cover is equipped with strong and practical handles.

So it is important to make the right choice. Note that the most studied products are also those with the highest price. Obviously, price is not everything, but you will find that it easily serves as an indicator of quality.

Baby's comfort

Although we are talking about a cot, your child's comfort should not be sacrificed.

Umbrella beds are equipped with a mattress. The latter is designed to ensure a good night's sleep. Note however that the use of this type of bed is not recommended before the age of 3 months.

Of course, depending on the age of the child, the notion of comfort is not the same. Some models are equipped with a mattress booster, allowing the child to sleep a little higher in the bed. For older children, you will need to ensure the quality and support of the mattress.

To know:
it is not recommendedé to add an additional mattress in an umbrella bed. On the one hand, the original mattress is designed to ensure the comfort of the child. On the other hand, your little one can have restless nights and find himself in a bad position between the 2 mattresses. This solution is therefore proscribed, both from a comfort and safety point of view.

What criteria should guide you in choosing a mattress?

On umbrella beds with mattresses, here's what you should pay attention to:

  • Foldable mattress or not: you will have an idea of the size of the model.
  • The weight of the mattress: it must be light, while ensuring a good support.
  • The dimensions of the mattress: it must be perfectly adapted to the umbrella bed that interests you (in general 60x120 cm).
  • The firmness : the children's mattresses are generally equipped with mattresses of a density between 20 and 30 kg/m3. Below, live.

As for the bed in his room, make sure that bébé will be able to sleep comfortably. The umbrella bed may be an accessory, but it must be comfortable.

 

Umbrella bed options

Like many accessories, some models come with options. Let's see which ones:

Curtains: if you want to shelter your baby from the light, curtains are very practical. Your child can sleep just about anywhere! Wheels: An umbrella bed can be equipped with wheels. As it is a spare accessory, it can be useful to move it easily according to your needs.
Mattress booster: for your little one, this option can be very useful during the night.

Concerning the design and the aesthetics, know that there are all types of models. From the classic umbrella bed with its canvas walls, to the more sophisticated models made of wood and metal, the choice is yours. As long as the safety and comfort are there, you're free to choose the model you want.

The choice is yours.

Remember:

Prepare a compact, easy-to-store folding bed.
Print a model with a good, original mattress.
Make sure your accessory is easy to fold and unfold.
You are now informed to buy the ideal cot for you and your baby. Here's to weekends with friends and travel!

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