This doesn't seem to have breatheable material on the sides. Are there concerns for older, mobile babies and SIDS, getting smooshed against the side?
1000751
I never thought of that being a problem. My baby is 6 months. But we have only used it as a changer and a play pen.
1000752
It isn't breathable material, but it is also pretty stable. I don't think an older baby would get smooshed into the edges. However, I also don't think it would fit well for a mobile baby. Our son grew out of it in about 3 months. It was simply too narrow for him to sleep comfortably.
1683730
No it's not, I added extra padding however the extra padding I have sits underneath the baby lounge. I wouldn't want to put my child at risk for suffocation putting blankets on the inside.
1068877
Yes it is on the heavy side and a little on the big side (you wont be able to put it on the front of a shopping cart but that's unsafe anyway, it will fit in the cart). As far as cushioning I think it has enough to protect baby and I always recommend those neck pillows to keep the babys head in place (my preference)...overall I love it, my son seems comfortable.
2172013
I didn't use mine as a bedside bassinet for that reason. I let my baby sleep in it one night and she slid to the bottom and her little legs were all crunched up. I only used it during the day for naps.
1360482
I hung mine up in a room with open window - it's still hanging there because we are not using it yet. If you are more worried about the gases, then perhaps it would be worth investing in organic mattress? I may do the same, just waiting to see if my kid actually ends up sleeping in this thing.
540621
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.
919626
We use this attached to the bed, so seeing the baby is not an issue at all because I'm essentially above her. I don't find breathability to be a concern.
2214837
I saw the negative reviews as well before we purchased, but our Pediatrician (w/o making a brand recommendation) highly suggested we go with a mattress on the firmer side. Our four month old at the time took to it immediately and is still sleeping soundly on it today. We have rotated the mattress, because it has given in slightly over the time. I hope this helps!
247608
The canopy sides fold down pretty neatly, they might be an issue as the baby gets larger but generally they are not in the way. They sort of overlap into the sleeping area but I didn't find it very intrusive. You will definitely be able to get your baby in and out of it without a hassle.
1230406
yes, ventilation on both sides, but not the top (I don't keep my zipped up usually), the sides are firm..not hard per se. It doesn't fall over at all and it does stand up (the sides) when you put it down.
1088370
I believe it is soft like the sides with a extra layer. I gave it to someone else so do not have it here. For my breed (bullmastiff) I did not feel it was a safe containment. I felt it was too flimsy and they would tear right out of it..
839173
You're Welcome! There is sort of like a rubbery gel inside and the top is covered with a smooth material. The bottom however is not covered so that it should stay firm and in place. I will try to see if it is possible to post a close up.
1584950
I think it depends on the mattress. If your mattress has a slick, shiny cover, putting baby on that with only a sheet (or a plastic sheet) between feels cold at first and may promote sweating if it doesn't provide enough air circulation. This pad is like a thick layer of dense felt, and - in my personal opinion - seems more comfy than going without it. It's not in any way cushy, though, if that's what you're looking for.
488567
You're not supposed to do that because of a SIDS risk, BUT I've heard of people putting it under the fitted sheet and propping the infant up that way. Hope this helps and Good luck :)
1413973
No. It is not cushioned at all. This changing pad is for creating a barrier between baby accidents and furniture, or between "dirty" areas and baby's bottom. Not really for comfort.
406776
It's definitely for breathability. We sent it back because it was incredibly rough. Even with a sheet over it it was so rough feeling & we would not have our baby sleep on that. If you want cushioning I would go with a quilted mattress pad or a blanket under the sheet. Really anything but this.
1664754
Yes-the side that is down in the picture can be raised up so it's just like a bassinet. I used mine like that for my second baby, and it was great. Both side are mesh and breathable. Hope this helps!