BabyStart Travel Cot - Grey and Green.

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MFM Consumer and Reviews Editor Christy commented: "It's so easy to set up, which is really useful if you forget how between holidays, or are asking a grandparent to help. The Airpod Travel Cot is suitable from birth, but it doesn't come with a bassinet, something that you might prefer for a newborn.

The travel cot is suitable from birth to three years of age and babies and toddlers weighing up to 15kg. This travel cot from BabyStart offers the ideal sleeping solution for baby when youre away from home or staying with relatives.

It says it is suitable for up to 3 years old, but my 3-year-old would not be comfortable in this and would certainly be able to climb out so I think 2 is probably more realistic, but I should say my 3-year-old is tall for his age.

Most can be used from birth – we’ve specified the manufacturer’s instructions – but the travel cots that have a built-in bassinet offer a cosier, elevated sleep environment for newborns. Our range of travel cots from reputable brands like Joie, Chicco, and Maxi Cosi will give you peace of mind that your baby has a bed as safe and comfortable as a cot or cot bed to sleep in whilst travelling. Folding it back down again is equally effortless - you simply pull the handle in the centre of the base back up. Suitable from birth and adapting to a toddler travel cot and playpen, this Scandi-style cot impressed our testers with its appealing, stylish design and ease of use.

Kate advises that if your baby is too young to use a particular travel cot, a bassinet or carry-cot is a good portable sleep space alternative. The mattress could do with some more padding but it’s an attractive, functional cot that’s sturdy too. You’ll also need a lightweight sheet to go over the mattress, but make sure this is fitted and there’s no loose fabric that baby could pull over their face. Make sure the travel cot has a rigid frame and base and that it meets all the relevant safety standards. One parent tester said, “It feels secure, with the side bars locking in place, and is sturdy enough to accommodate a lively toddler.