Scheduling more relaxed, less busy days soon after your arrival is advised to give everyone time to adjust. Depending on how fussy or sensitive your baby or toddler is, you might decide you need an additional mattress topper or proper mattress for your travel cot. Most parents would agree you can't put a price on a good night's sleep! What size is a travel cot mattress? The same safe-sleep rules apply to travel cots as to regular cot beds. Advice from charity The Lullaby Trust states that the cot you use needs to have a firm, flat mattress covered in waterproof material. Make sure it's labelled as complying with British Standards Institution (BSI) safety standards. It should be labelled with the number BS EN 716-1:2008+A1:2013. The Classic Travel Cot Mattress by Mother Nurture is suitable for babies or toddlers 0-48 months and is lightweight and portable for easy travelling. This mattress is made of Nursery Grade foam which is an adaptable foam designed to cradle your baby securely, provide comfort and support, as well as breathability. Worth noting that this mattress is available in three different sizes.

Going camping or have an uncomfortable caravan, motor home, campervan or van conversion bed? We have the perfect solution to help you drift off into a peaceful nights sleep no matter where you are. Travel cots are designed to be used with the original mattress, as this helps stability, so don’t be tempted to swap it out. It is widely accepted that a firmer mattress is most suitable for infants - a survey✓ including over 3000 paediatricians and family physicians showed that almost all would recommend a firmer sleep surface for infants, most likely due to the risk of SIDS✓ (more on this later).For practical reasons, a lighter, more compact mattress will most likely be more suitable for travel than one that’s heavy and bulkier. Materials Make a mental note if there are any zips on your travel cot, as they can sometimes become detached. If a zip finds its way into your baby’s mouth, it’s a potential choking or swallowing hazard. Travel cot wheels

WHEN you're away from home, one of the best travel cot mattresses can really help your little one to sleep and should last you trip after trip - so it's worth investing in a good one. Exposure to the sun (or bright lights) in the morning when travelling east and in the afternoon when travelling west. The Bedding Studio Baby Travel Cot Mattress is a supportive soft and comfortable mattress made from open-cell nursery grade foam. This eco-friendly core has been crafted with an eco-polyester bonded fibre that facilitates ventilation and thermoregulation - keeping your baby warm in winter and cool in summer. The zippered quilted cover is hypoallergenic, waterproof and machine-washable at 60°C. Manufacturers recommend leaving it to hang dry after washing.

4. FlyIdeas Travel Cot Mattress

Tired babies and toddlers don't make for a happy holiday and a quality mattress will keep them safe and comfortable in their travel cot. Travel cot mattress materials should be durable and firm enough to avoid sagging. Waterproof and water-resistant materials may also be a good idea to help keep the mattress clean. In addition, hypoallergenic and breathable materials are a good option if you have concerns about allergens or temperature for your baby.