Can I use a sheet saver or lap pad or some other waterproof layer in the bassinet, and what do you recommend?
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Yes I used Graco pack 'n play changing pad cover, 2 pack, cream. They fit both the bassinet and changer and are under $10 on Amazon and ship Prime!
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Sure, I always used the Carters Keep Me Dry lap pads on everything, they worked great.
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I used the hospital bed pads. If you have a washable pad that works as well.
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You can't use a sheet bc there is nothing to attach a sheet to. I don't think a sheet is necessary anyway. The floor of the pod is silky and soft feeling. It's also very easy to wipe clean. Sometimes I'll put a light blanket in there for my daughter to snuggle up with, but that's it. Although when she was under a year old I didn't put any blankets in there to reduce the risk of SIDS.
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I cut a piece of memory foam the same size as the bassinet to use as a pad/mattress and then used a bassinet sheet to cover the foam pad it is a little big but can be tucked under.
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i agree with prior responses. but i would put some padding around it still. Foam sheet perhaps... best thing for me is water tight. Don't get me wrong I won't put it in a tub of water but in the rain it works out well. It's pretty big. I packed a week's worth of cloths and everything i needed for one week in DR in a privet beach house.
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I use the Naturepedic organic waterproof flat mattress pad. It just lays flat on the top of the mattress (no sides to wrap around the sides of the mattress), then you put a fitted sheet over it.
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You will need a sheet, but what I did was put the small bassinet pad thats the bassinet came with over top of this thicker one, it offers more padding and it already has a sheet with it.
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I didn't get the recommended carter ones but what I did is put a waterproof pad at the bottom of the bed and a regular twin bed fitted sheet over the whole thing. That way you just have to clean sheet instead of taking pads out if the bed to wash cover and put all back together. You also protect foam pieces in case of a toilet training accident.
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I bought the cub club bassinet pad for $20, you can find it on amazon as well.
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Also, if you are looking for only cover I would check out Assunta. Super affordable and good quality although they are from China. As a previous poster said, do not use softeners on diapers. You do NOT have to use cloth diaper safe detergent, tide works best.
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You shouldn't use sheets or blankets with this bassinet or any bassinet for that matter. Diaper and full pajamas only. My son is just over five months and he's already too big for this bassinet.
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I used these: Luvable Friends Fitted Bassinet Sheet, White (Discontinued by Manufacturer)They are really soft, wash up nicely and fit really well. (But I also purchased this mattress to replace the pad inside: http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EGXIRM/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&p;sc=1) This bassinet is good up to 30 pounds, not 10 as someone else stated. My 7 month old still sleeps in it. I have to keep it zipped so he doesn't try to pull up and possibly fall out, but he is no where near being too big for it. Hope this helps! I used these: Luvable Friends Fitted Bassinet Sheet, White (Discontinued by Manufacturer)They are really soft, wash up nicely and fit really well. (But I also purchased this mattress to replace the pad inside: http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EGXIRM/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&p;sc=1) This bassinet is good up to 30 pounds, not 10 as someone else stated. My 7 month old still sleeps in it. I have to keep it zipped so he doesn't try to pull up and possibly fall out, but he is no where near being too big for... » Read More I used these: Luvable Friends Fitted Bassinet Sheet, White (Discontinued by Manufacturer)They are really soft, wash up nicely and fit really well. (But I also purchased this mattress to replace the pad inside: http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EGXIRM/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&p;sc=1) This bassinet is good up to 30 pounds, not 10 as someone else stated. My 7 month old still sleeps in it. I have to keep it zipped so he doesn't try to pull up and possibly fall out, but he is no where near being too big for it. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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You can, but I didn't as well. I actually made a cover for mine. I like having the pad go all the way to the corner. It's not as horrible as some of the reviewers make it out to be. Babies usually aren't on there for more than 10 minutes, it's not like it has to be super comfy so they can nap up there...
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No, this would be your crib sheet. I will say, I tried these, but found that ZipSheets (www.ZipSheets.com) are MUCH better, since they are velcro (quicker and quieter), and WATERPROOF so you don't need an extra waterproof pad (so the cost is actually cheaper). I have had mine for 5 years now, through infancy and potty training and sweaty nights and travelling, and they are the BEST. If you email her, she might give you a discount--they have excellent customer service. :)
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When I bought it, it was described as a "cradle" not a bassinet. The sheets you need are "cradle" sized, so a bumper would probably be for a cradle as well, rather than a bassinet. However, I was under the impression that safety experts do not recommended bumpers due to their being a possible suffocation hazard.
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If you are talking about the velcro cloth strap that stops baby from moving around too much in the bassinet, then it may be under the mattress pad. That's where I found mine.
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You need a mattress protector. The "mattress" covering is the same type of material that the sides of the bassinett are made of. You can't submerge it in water, only wipe it down.
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It comes with a bassinet pad and according to the instructions you are not supposed to exchange it with another pad or put an extra one on top. In terms of sheets, I think any bassinet sheet will fit. Babybjorn offers one ($$$), I used the Carter ones. Hope that helps.