Buying a Moses Basket Stand

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Moses baskets are not an absolute necessity for your new baby, but if your budget will allow – or you have generous friends or relatives who are looking for a gift to buy for the baby – they are of enormous benefit. Moses baskets have the advantage of being portable, so they are easy to move around the house with you and they can double as a travel cot. Also, although many parents will start their newborn off in a cot, this is not always the best way to encourage your baby to sleep well. After 9 months in a cramped womb a cot can feel big and intimidating to a tiny newborn. Moses baskets, on the other hand, are cocoon like and therefore make your baby feel safe and secure. Most babies will use their moses basket up until the age of 5 months, when they will be more ready for a cot.

If you want to buy a moses basket, it is a good idea to also purchase a moses basket stand. There are a few moses baskets with stands on the market, but at present not enough to give the parent a particularly wide range of choice. So a better option for many people is to chose a moses basket that they love and buy a moses basket stand separately. There are a couple of different types available.

Rocking moses basket stand

Rocking moses basket stands are quite a recent addition to the baby market but they are fast becoming a favourite among parents. Rocking a baby can both calm them if they are fretful and aid falling asleep because the rocking motion reminds them of being in their mother's womb, therefore it is soothing to them.

There are a couple of downsides to a rocking moses basket stand, however. It is likely that you will have no choice but to purchase it in addition to the moses basket itself, as most package deals come only with static stands. This may be an expense you cannot afford, bearing in mind it will only have a few months use. Often they are not as portable as some models, as rocking stands are much heavier, and most styles cannot be collapsed down for ease of storage.

Folding Moses Basket Stand

Folding moses basket stands are very popular because they are lightweight, easy to transport and can be stowed away in a relatively small space when not in use. There are some beautiful stands available, but if your budget is tight there are also more basic moses basket stands on the market which can be picked up for less than £15.

Safety Tips for Moses Basket Stands

• Ensure your moses basket stand is compliant with modern safety standards. This is particularly important if you are buying a second hand one from somewhere like eBay. The legs should lock securely into place so that there is no risk of the moses basket stand collapsing under the weight of the baby. If you have a rocking moses basket stand, this should be designed so that it cannot accidently be rocked too far (essential if you have an over enthusiastic toddler in your household!).

• If your stand is not to hand, do not be tempted to put the moses basket on an elevated surface which is not designed for the purpose. Moses baskets should never be placed on sofas, tables or even beds while your baby is in it.