Moses baskets are a really good product to have as they provide a place your newborn can sleep which is portable! This portability makes them very useful as they can be moved from nursery to living room with ease, providing a safe sleeping space for your little one whilst you take the opportunity to do bits around the house.
There are a few features that make a moses basket a really great item to have. When buying a moses basket we have listed the key features that a moses basket should have below:
- A waterproof, flat firm mattress that comes with a moses basket is an essential, this mattress helps support the baby’s neck and back in their early years untill they can sit up without any aid. A waterproof mattress helps with clean ups in those inevitable baby accidents and it is also great to have a wool fibre mattress as it is naturally antibacterial and provides a natural temperature regulator to keep your newborn comfortable in a all seasons.
- Material of the basket, a woven willow that a lot of Clair de Lune baskets have make a great looking product which looks stylish in any room. Natural wicker material allows for excellent airflow, keeping your baby cool and comfortable.
- It is important to have an easy to clean moses basket that is easy to maintain.
- Having a stand is important which matches your Moses basket, therefore is best to buy with moses basket in a bundle. You can get rocking stands that help lull your baby by gently rocking. Alternatively folding stands are available which allow for compact storage when basket not in use with stand.
Here are our best buys:
- Our best recommended moses basket - The Clair de Lune Organic Noah Pod - With Natural Rocking Stand
Pros:
- Waterproof flat firm mattress that has a wool fibre mattress that is antibacterial and helps regulate temperature to keep your newborn cool (important especially in summer).
- Fantastic looking modern moses basket that looks amazing and hence used by many social media influencers.
- The wicker bed is easy to clean and to maintain making it a practical choice for busy parents.
- Suitable from birth to a maximum weight of 9 kg or until baby begins to roll over, pull themselves up or sit unaided.
- Features a rocking stand that naturally rocks to sooth your baby
Cons:
- Higher end price point for this luxury moses basket
From £159.99
Shop The Clair de Lune Noah Pod
- Luxurious Windsor Moses Basket - The Clair de Lune Windsor Traditional Palm Moses Basket - With Stand
- Handwoven natural palm leaves provide a sturdy safe place for baby to sleep
- Hypoallergenic Mattress is is fully breathable, air-permeable and reversible.
- Suitable from birth to a maximum weight of 9 kg (or until baby begins to roll over, pull themselves up or sit unaided).
- Can be purchased with a drape to provide cover for baby from sunlight and distraction and create a lovely look
Cons:
- Higher luxurious price point with drape. More budget friendly to purchase without the drape.
From £129.99
Shop Clair de Lune Windsor Traditional Palm Moses Basket With Stand
- Budget friendly - Clair de Lune White Dimple Palm Moses Basket With Natural Folding Stand
- Fantactic well priced moses basket with included hood, mattress.
- Made from handwoven palm leaf which is a sturdy and durable material. Not only visually pleasing but also environmentally responsible.
- Hypoallergenic fibre mattress ensuring a comfortable and healthy sleep environment. Its breathable design regulates temperature, and the water-resistant cover is practical for machine washing
- ethically, environmentally, and sustainably sourced, and they comply with BS EN 1466:2014 standards for your peace of mind.
- Suitable from birth to a maximum weight of 9 kg (or until baby begins to roll over, pull themselves up or sit unaided).
Cons:
- Not able to buy with a natural rocking stand to lullaby baby
From £54.99
Shop the Clair de Lune White Dimple Palm Moses Basket with Natural Folding Stand
- Best Modern Moses Basket Alternative - Babymore Air Motion Gliding Crib
- Side to side motion sensitive to baby’s movement to lullaby baby
- Breathable mesh panels for constant visibility
- Winner of Mother & Baby Awards 2023
- Lightweight ideal for travel weighing only 6kg
Cons:
- Not many it is a great alternative but not considered a traditional moses basket.
From £129.99
Shop Babymore Air Motion Gliding Crib
Above all safety is most important over style so all of the products on BabyJoy meet safety standards, each has it’s own pros and cons so please choose a product that is best suited to your needs taking into account these considerations.
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