Graco Travel Lite Crib's instructions state to NEVER add another mattress in bassinet mode (Step 1) so do you ONLY use this mattress for Steps 2 &amp; 3?
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They have to state that for liability reasons. I used this in the bassinet mode before my daughter was rolling over with no problem. Obviously if your child is mobile/rolling it would no longer be safe to use it with the bassinet, but it worked just fine for my newborn.
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Yes, I've been using it with my daughter and I just had her. And my son started using his at 7 months. But both my children have this mattress and I love it.
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No, you don't need a separate mattress, the one that comes with it is nice. We loved this day bed, the best thing I could purchase. I didnt buy a bouncer... Not as nice as the bassinet. I got Baby Bjorn Organic bouncer and couldnt be happier! My baby loves it and loved Stokke bassinet, slept entire night. Hope my answer will help you make a decision.
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Valerie, I use this on a 4-way convertible crib. It is only meant for toddler size mattresses. It isn't meant to use on twin mattress set ups anyway. It comes with two ways to install. 1. No drilling required, snaps onto the spring platform that holds the mattress, or 2. drilling required to install a bracket onto the wooden platform your mattress sits on. I did option 2 as we don't have a spring platform. Does this help? Hope so!
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Stephany, we used an uppababy stroller bassinet and it worked great. Check your dimensions for your bassinet to the uppababy. I think we even tightened up the curved plastic pieces to make it a little more snug - rescrewed them - but that was just to make sure the bassinet did not shift by maybe an inch. It was still very secure before we did that. It worked out great and we were so glad we didn't purchase a more expensive, seperate bassinet. Kathy
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anytime. it is just a portable crib, so safe for baby from birth, but i personally think that babies prefer a smaller space when tiny so I always liked using a portable bassinet when they were really little, like the Brica fold and go travel bassinet.
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Actually, the portable bassinet does not have a separate mattress. It has a removable lining that can be washed, but I wish the bassinet had it's own removable pad so you could put sheets on it for an easy change in case of accidents! I've been looking for a separate pad that will fit but have been unable to find one.
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The 2-stage mattress actually has two different firmnesses. One side of the mattress is the "infant" side which is more firm, and the opposite side is the "toddler" side which is less firm. The idea is that a firmer side is more appropriate for an infant, which I think is more relevant to parents who chose the stomach-sleep method with their babies. This is strictly my speculation, but I think a firmer infant side is meant to ease parental concerns about SIDS. Again, just my speculation. I sincerely doubt the less expensive version is any less safe or is of lesser quality, so it's really a matter of your comfort. This is the language from the product website: "The 2-Stage Lullaby Earth crib mattress features a firm, flat surface on the infant side (as recommended by pediatricians and the Consumer Product Safety Commission), and a softer sleep surface on the other side for growing toddlers. Strong edge and side support adds structural stability and makes the Lullaby Earth mattress an excellent choice for toddler beds." Hope this answers your question.
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No need for an extra mattress, in fact it's unsafe to use an additional mattress. I ordered the organic cotton sheet recommended as an add on and it's fabulous!
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This is a mattress for the bottom of the Graco Pack n Play, not the bassinet portion....not to be confused with the Graco play yard.
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We did buy a mattress for this, only because the 1 year old was going to use it to sleep in. We had piked up a portable crib along with the play pen for my nieces 2 youngest after she had a fire that took everything. If the baby is just going to use it as intended it shouldn't need an extra mattress.
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Hi, you are purchasing a full size crib which will need a full size mattress. This mattress is for a pack and play, and is great for that, but will be way too small for a crib. It is also only a couple of inches thick, again making it great for a pack and play, but not having enough depth for the daily and frequent use of a crib. Make sure to buy a crib mattress that meets your cribs specifications for fit. The price range varies, a cheaper mattress may not hold up or be too soft for your baby. You want a firm mattress. Hope this helps
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I don't know why and bought a 3" mattress since it didn't specify why. The 3" mattress fits perfectly and is comfortable and safe for our baby. But I can't imagine why you couldn't use anything other than a 2" mattress after looking at it. I'm sorry this doesn't clear up the "why" but hopefully it will help if you are looking to buy a thicker mattress and were wondering if it would fit.
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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.
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The graco travel light crib, is what I purchased second after realizing this bassinet does not remove, the graco is the same size if that's what your looking for, but has a bassinet that lowers or removes turning it into a playpen type, I love it, and would never had purchased this one had I known this ahead of time
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I was not happy with the thin mattress the bassinet came with, so I ordered this one & used wonderfully soft Carter's bassinet sheets. The mattress is AMAZING - firm, custom stiched, and great quality. My little one slept like a dream on it and I even used it as a changing table when I had it wheeled out into the living room. I see others have complained about the outer fabric on the bassinet (the curtains) but I found it durable and very easy to clean. Transitioned my son into his crib around 5 month and gave this lovely bassinet to my friend who just had a baby. But, I really do recommend getting a different mattress. Here is the one I used:Ikko Bassinet Pad- Small, White I was not happy with the thin mattress the bassinet came with, so I ordered this one & used wonderfully soft Carter's bassinet sheets. The mattress is AMAZING - firm, custom stiched, and great quality. My little one slept like a dream on it and I even used it as a changing table when I had it wheeled out into the living room. I see others have complained about the outer fabric on the bassinet (the curtains) but I found it durable and very easy to clean. Transitioned my son into his crib around 5 month and gave this lovely bassinet to my friend who just had a baby. But, I really do recommend... » Read More I was not happy with the thin mattress the bassinet came with, so I ordered this one & used wonderfully soft Carter's bassinet sheets. The mattress is AMAZING - firm, custom stiched, and great quality. My little one slept like a dream on it and I even used it as a changing table when I had it wheeled out into the living room. I see others have complained about the outer fabric on the bassinet (the curtains) but I found it durable and very easy to clean. Transitioned my son into his crib around 5 month and gave this lovely bassinet to my friend who just had a baby. But, I really do recommend getting a different mattress. Here is the one I used:Ikko Bassinet Pad- Small, White « Show Less
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I wondered the same thing when I started researching this bassinet for my twins.. I honestly think they just updated the design, and there's really no difference other than that.. I think it was just to make it look nicer and more like a crib.