Don't lose sleep trying to decide which Toddler Travel Bed is right for your child. It used to be
when parents took their kids overnight to grandmas that grandma and grandpa had a second-hand crib
that the toddler could sleep in. Or when traveling on vacation parents would rely on some crummy old
crib setup by the hotel.
Not any longer. Parents want their child to be comfortable and safe when they travel - even if the
travel is just an overnight at the grandparents' home. If you have ever been away from home with
your child for at least one night you have probably considered a Toddler Travel Bed. There are lots
available on the market - some will suit your family better than others. Here is help for you to
choose one that best fits your lifestyle and budget.
1. Lightweight - make sure that the bed is light enough to carry. When you are travelling with your
toddler think about strategies to keep your load light. One way to do this is to buy a travel bed
that is light. It should certainly weigh less than 6 pounds or under 3 kilograms. The lighter the
better.
2. Easy to carry and load into your car. The bed you select should have its own travel case and when
packed away it should be no larger than 24x8x8(in.) or 60x20x20(cm.). No matter where your travels
with your child take you - on a plane on a cruise ship or to grandpa's house you have to carry all
the gear and it all has to fit into tight spaces - like your car trunk or as checked baggage on a
plane. A small, compact bed will help with this.
3. No hassle set up and put away process. Speed and simplicity are the keys when setting up or
putting away your toddler travel bed. You arrive at your destination - your child is tired - you
don't want to struggle to get the bed set up. You want a bed that one person can handle on their own
for set up and for putting it away in its travel pack. The bed you get for your child should be
easily set up in less than one minute or so, and it should be put away in a similar amount of
time.
4. Easy access to your child - being able to reach in to pick up your child with ease should be a
prime consideration when purchasing a toddler travel bed. Look for one with a zip down side panel
that can be lowered for quick access to your toddler.
5. Mesh panels for good air flow. When travelling the room your child may be sleeping in may be
stuffy. Choosing a bed with mesh panels on the side will maximize the amount of air circulating past
your child helping to keep your son or daughter comfortable during their sleep-time.
6. Light and comfortable mattress. The mattress in a toddler travel bed can sometimes be heavier
than the bed frame itself. Look for a travel bed that comes with a foam mattress - it will be both
comfortable for your child and lightweight to carry.
7. Warranties. Think of the purchase of a toddler travel bed as an investment in your family's
peace, happiness and safety. Make sure that the bed you purchase will be used for many years. Bed
manufacturers of well built beds will provide a life time guarantee - make sure that your bed has
this kind of guarantee. In addition, the retailer that you buy from is important as well. If you get
the bed home and it is not what you expected - will the retailer take it back - with no arguments or
difficulties?
A toddler travel bed is an excellent piece of baby gear for families with babies under the age of 3
years old. Keeping these 7 tips in mind when you purchase a toddler travel bed will ensure that the
one you decide on will be a good fit for your family.
