My baby hates the PNP mattress for sleeping overnight. Is this easy to fold and put in the back of an SUV for trip? Or is it too bulky w/the mattress?
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The crib is easy to fold up, but only the crib sides fold in for storage (i.e. it gets thinner not shorter). In other words, the length of the crib stays the same, the legs do not fold. It is nothing like a pack in play that folds into a small rectangle. That being said, if you had a really big SUV this could potentially fit in the back (you may have to fold down the seats). The mattress that comes with this crib is very thin and comparable to a pack and play mattress. However, I purchased a thicker pad/mattress and my daughter seemed to like it fine. I would think that purchasing a thicker pad that would fit into your pack and play may be the best idea if you are looking to travel a lot. Hope this helps! The crib is easy to fold up, but only the crib sides fold in for storage (i.e. it gets thinner not shorter). In other words, the length of the crib stays the same, the legs do not fold. It is nothing like a pack in play that folds into a small rectangle. That being said, if you had a really big SUV this could potentially fit in the back (you may have to fold down the seats). The mattress that comes with this crib is very thin and comparable to a pack and play mattress. However, I purchased a thicker pad/mattress and my daughter seemed to like it fine. I would think that purchasing a... » Read More The crib is easy to fold up, but only the crib sides fold in for storage (i.e. it gets thinner not shorter). In other words, the length of the crib stays the same, the legs do not fold. It is nothing like a pack in play that folds into a small rectangle. That being said, if you had a really big SUV this could potentially fit in the back (you may have to fold down the seats). The mattress that comes with this crib is very thin and comparable to a pack and play mattress. However, I purchased a thicker pad/mattress and my daughter seemed to like it fine. I would think that purchasing a thicker pad that would fit into your pack and play may be the best idea if you are looking to travel a lot. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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Yes it's easy, the mattress it's very thin so I don't think you'll have a problem with it.
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I have a Dodge Caravan. We were able to fit the crib and mattress in the back BUT had to fold down the seat because it was just a little too wide for areas where the car had a natural curve. We too purchased another inch mattress from B.R.Us to put on top of it as it comes with a really thin almost PNPlay type mattress. We then also purchased a 3 inch that they make for it - note that everywhere on their packaging they say 2 inch mattresses can be used but not 3 - yet they only sell a 3. When I purchased it and called them I got voicemail and no return call back. We intend on using the 3 and keeping a watchful eye on him as he stands up. I have a Dodge Caravan. We were able to fit the crib and mattress in the back BUT had to fold down the seat because it was just a little too wide for areas where the car had a natural curve. We too purchased another inch mattress from B.R.Us to put on top of it as it comes with a really thin almost PNPlay type mattress. We then also purchased a 3 inch that they make for it - note that everywhere on their packaging they say 2 inch mattresses can be used but not 3 - yet they only sell a 3. When I purchased it and called them I got voicemail and no return call back. We intend on using the 3... » Read More I have a Dodge Caravan. We were able to fit the crib and mattress in the back BUT had to fold down the seat because it was just a little too wide for areas where the car had a natural curve. We too purchased another inch mattress from B.R.Us to put on top of it as it comes with a really thin almost PNPlay type mattress. We then also purchased a 3 inch that they make for it - note that everywhere on their packaging they say 2 inch mattresses can be used but not 3 - yet they only sell a 3. When I purchased it and called them I got voicemail and no return call back. We intend on using the 3 and keeping a watchful eye on him as he stands up. « Show Less
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The crib is easy to fold up, but only the crib sides fold in for storage (i.e. it gets thinner not shorter). In other words, the length of the crib stays the same, the legs do not fold. It is nothing like a pack in play that folds into a small rectangle. That being said, if you had a really big SUV this could potentially fit in the back (you may have to fold down the seats). The mattress that comes with this crib is very thin and comparable to a pack and play mattress. However, I purchased a thicker pad/mattress and my daughter seemed to like it fine. I would think that purchasing a thicker pad that would fit into your pack and play may be the best idea if you are looking to travel a lot. Hope this helps!
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No, the mattress is pretty thick and very firm. Not meant to be folded. But boy is that mattress awesome!
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The mattress is around 6 to 7 inches thick.... has the buttons pulled through like older mattress. The fabric is a polyester material like mattress years ago. It can be flipped. Only thing I wish it had was the locking roller wheels which I put on it cause it rolls easily. We use it in our 5th wheel travel trailer and it works very well. I am a heavier person and it's very comfortable. I did buy some mattress support boards to go between mattress and springs.
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I am using mine In my trailer on a fold out bed and that mattress is also pretty thin. My guess is 2.5" thick. It does the trick for my mattress but I have to remove it after sleeping and I will never again get it back in the bag it came in, it really puffs out once it is removed from the bag.
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Larry, I bought this to replace the mattress in my camper and have been absolutely pleased with it. I have a very $$ tempur pedic in the house that I do not sleep as well on. Hope this answers your question. I believe the thicker the mattress the more comfortable you will be.
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It folds relatively well, but it is rather bulky and hard to handle. It's definitely easier to fold with two people. I don't usually fold it, but if you were going to be storing it folded and only taking it out from time to time instead of sleeping on it every night, folding it probably wouldn't be too big of a hassle.
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In our truck bed it is a bit too large. You can squish the mattress to make it fit where you need it but only a little bit and if you are sleeping two on it, and one of you gets up the other could be rolled off. If I were you I would do some measurements of your truck bed. This mattress is a little easier to conform to something than a standard air mattress.
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I have had a fantastic experience with our co-sleeper. The only real difference between this and a pack n play is that it's almost the same level of your mattress, and attached, so lifting baby in and out in the middle of the night was so easy. It was a lot easier keeping my boy asleep when I didn't have to sit up and lift him over the edge of a pack n play. It's not essential, either one would work, but I found it very helpful for us. Granted, he still ends up snuggled between us half the time - but it's nice to have a spot to stick him when I want a little room to stretch. My boy's almost a year old, and on the larger end of the scale, and he's still using ours. It's snug though!
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If you have a large trunk or Mini Van it may be ok. It does not "roll" up. Other than that it's not bad to sleep on.
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The mattress pad for the bassinet is very thin, which is fine for a newborn. We never used the bassinet attached to the bed, instead we kept all four sides up and used it as a traditional bassinet just right next to the bed. I was always afraid I would toss some covers on my baby while I slept ( I get really hot and restless in the southern summer nigths down here). We also liked keeping it unattached from our bed so we could roll it around the house and use it for naps when he was a newborn. That way I could do laundry and he could be napping nearby.
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I wouldn't recommend this for long term use for overnight sleeping. But my daughter did utilize it once while traveling and she was fine. It was about 1/2 inch thick I would say. She definitely slept in it a lot as an infant while shopping and such. I hope this helped!
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I use a 10" mattress and it folds fine, comfortable too. But get some futon grip strips or something so the mattress don't slide around, the wood is very smooth. Also you may find it takes a little extra strength to fold a thicker mattress but I don't really have a problem with it.
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Not for this reason. It actually seems narrower than pnp. But the mattress is better/softer/more comfortable, and its 10 times easier to set up/fold than pnp.
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The sleeper is quite comfortable as is. Keep in mind it is a convertible which limits too much added density if you have an expectation of leaving mattress inside the converted ottoman. If you store it elsewhere your options are definitely increased.
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While it doesn't fold as small it is easier to fold. Nice and flat with mattress unless you get thicker mattress for it. Fits in back of mini van standing up or laying flat while folded.
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NancyThis mattress fits perfectly. If anything it is a little tight but, otherwise, is a great fit! It is such an excellent upgrade that I would recommend it for anyone with a trailer. At last a good sleep throughout the night!Good luck, I feel you've made a good choice.David
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No and no.. Sorry!! We have another pack and play that we travel with, and the one with the mattress stays home. It's amazing quality so it's thickness prevents it from folding.