I wanted to know how I would set up the Mattress pad when the baby is about a 8-12 months? The only option I see is setting up all the way down? I would like to set it up in the middle not all the way down. Most graco's have that option. Since this one comes with inside storage I can't use it as a bed when the baby too old to fit in the bassinet. Please let me know how to set up the mattress pad up not all theway down. I wanted to know how I would set up the Mattress pad when the baby is about a 8-12 months? The only option I see is setting up all the way down? I would like to set it up in the middle not all the... » Read More I wanted to know how I would set up the Mattress pad when the baby is about a 8-12 months? The only option I see is setting up all the way down? I would like to set it up in the middle not all the way down. Most graco's have that option. Since this one comes with inside storage I can't use it as a bed when the baby too old to fit in the bassinet. Please let me know how to set up the mattress pad up not all theway down. « Show Less
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It has to be all the way down. That's one of the things I do not like about this model.
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I called Graco to find out, and they said unfortunately this model doesn't allow for pad to be on the upper section. They also said there's no additional piece that can be purchased to create that level. However, the rep did say that even on the playards with the upper level, the weight limit is still 15 pounds, so that may not even be useful in this playard anyway since the bassinet also goes to 15 pounds (Btw, if you call they will give you a rebate in case you need to purchase to another playard to accommodate.)
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Hello. sorry I can not give that information has not yet born baby and also have no idea how.
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From what I can tell, it looks like unfortunately the upper level is connected to the diaper and bassinet holder. The only options I can see to hold it in the higher level and use for a napper would be to cut away the sections on the top, or to try and find an upper level at a thrift or second hand store.
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I was also having a hard time deciding between the two. I think I have finally decided on the graco pack n play with bassinet. It is cheaper and can later be used as a playpen/crib when the baby is more than 15 lbs. Also, it folds up and is easy to use for travel, I am not sure the co-sleepers do that.
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I used this on a full sized bed, It wont go down all the way to the end of the mattress, but it worked until she got old enough to crawl, so I put it up until she is old enough to use when she can sleep in a regular bed. this has straps that are adjustable to your mattress. what I liked was that one side folded down at a press of a button so it can be left down, if someone older need to use the bed
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It does get all the way flat - or darn close to it from what I can see... Pediatricians recommend newborns sleep on a slight incline anyway as they're often a bit congested after birth so the flat that it's not totally flat makes it even more ideal for a bassinet. We loved this item and our baby slept in it next to us until she was 10 weeks old.
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I have been using ikea cribs, I have two mattresses for my 5 month and 18 month and love them. It's just a tight fit which is great in the crib. No loosening pacifiers and spit cloths....you just have to push down the corners to fit the foam mattress. It compresses to fit.
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The instructions say to put a blanket under the baby and let it drag to the floor to kinda slow it down. But I agree, its way to fast. Shes 4 months and I still think its too fast.
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We use(d) it for our twins! We used the bassinet part for about 5 months when the twins slept in our room at night. After that, we moved them to the nursery to their cribs for night sleep. When they got too big for the bassinet part, we took that out and one twin still sleeps in it for naptime in a different room (if we put both in their cribs for nap they will play and keep each other awake!). It was a staple for us.
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I am still using mine and she is 5 months. I would probably use it until she can sit up. However, just like the other comments, it's great for other uses such as if you need to lay the child down for anything...it's super soft and spongy!
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Hi there congrats on new baby!!! My baby was born a month earlier and her we has to work on her weight due to her early birth but I put her in the cangaroo bag when she was a month and a half . I had a cheaper one but it didn't offered a solid back support but this one is perfect. I am not going to lie I have tries several and they are all kinda complicated to put on and then of but I like this one. Hope I could help :)
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I know you are not supposed to, but I always used the toddler side because my baby slept better on the softer side. Technically, you are supposed to wait until they are a year old, but you really just have to do what works best for your family.
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I have reservations about using this as a full time bassinet. I was looking for something versatile as space is limited for us. Thought this would work until I realized the sides are solid and baby could wiggle against it increasing the chance of suffocation. The solution to that would be to strap baby in but then you couldn't use a swaddle and baby might not be able to stretch if they wanted. It's still good napper and play area, just one where you would want to use while you are awake if not strapping in baby.
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I'm not sure, I'd have to look up my stroller instructions, but my baby is 4 months old and weighs about 16-17lbs (I think or more) and he still uses the bassinet. His feet aren't too close to the edge. Even if I lift the bassinet to stroller position now his feet dont get cramned too much at the end. I like this because if it is windy or raining it doesn't get him all wet. The hood of the stroller would be nicer if it was a little bigger or had a middle position. There isn't any shocksystem, but it's a stroller and I'm not jogging or going over bumpy terrain with it. I love the stroller. But I can't see some people not.
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The more expensive one has two positions--one up high for a newborn and then can be lowered when the child is older and pulling him/herself up on the railing. Although the picture for the lightweight shows two positions, I don't think they are the same. Also, the mattress pad is too thin--you really need to purchase the 3" pad. Hope this helps. We have been very happy with this purchase for our grandchild.
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Assuming you mean 9 month old? And it's big enough but I don't really recommend it for that age. (Or at all to be honest)It's really best for newborns. It lays pretty flat on the floor so if you put your 9 month old baby in it they'll just sit in it like you put them on a bean bag... But can easily roll over. We gave ours away by 6 months as we didn't use it for the baby...My 3year old loved it and pretended she was a turtle :) watch out for the seams though- I returned mine and the second one also split (and little styrofoam beads spilled everywhere) so I sewed the second one. I don't really recommend these seats period. Assuming you mean 9 month old? And it's big enough but I don't really recommend it for that age. (Or at all to be honest)It's really best for newborns. It lays pretty flat on the floor so if you put your 9 month old baby in it they'll just sit in it like you put them on a bean bag... But can easily roll over. We gave ours away by 6 months as we didn't use it for the baby...My 3year old loved it and pretended she was a turtle :) watch out for the seams though- I returned mine and the second one also split (and little styrofoam beads spilled everywhere) so I sewed the second one. I don't... » Read More Assuming you mean 9 month old? And it's big enough but I don't really recommend it for that age. (Or at all to be honest)It's really best for newborns. It lays pretty flat on the floor so if you put your 9 month old baby in it they'll just sit in it like you put them on a bean bag... But can easily roll over. We gave ours away by 6 months as we didn't use it for the baby...My 3year old loved it and pretended she was a turtle :) watch out for the seams though- I returned mine and the second one also split (and little styrofoam beads spilled everywhere) so I sewed the second one. I don't really recommend these seats period. « Show Less
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Unfortunately the mattress is not firm. But we placed blankets down and swaddle her. She is now 4 months and just moving out of bassinet. I love it and think it's worth the money. My parents didn't like it because they wanted something bigger. But it's easy to move and place next to bed because of the height
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The bassinet is good for an infant (I think up to about 4-6 months). We use it for our newborn now and we use our stroller as a double one for our two children (16 months and 4 weeks old - with bassinet and seat). We personally prefer the bassinet for longer walks, because then the baby can lay down comfortably instead of being "stuck" in its car seat. Also we think that in warm weather the car seat is much warmer for longer periods, in the bassinet the baby has more space.
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We just purchased the only one Babies R Us had. The main bed platform is padded so you can use it without; we decided to purchase one because we used this as our main bed for a while before our babies moved into a full sized crib. I wouldn't recommend using one once they start rolling.