Shopping For A Portable Cot

They're light enough to carry, can fit in the car boot when folded and a handy addition to your baby arsenal, but no substitute for a regular cot for everyday use because they're not as durable.  Here's what to look for: Don't use a portable cot if your child weighs more than 15kg. Don't put additional mattresses in the cot and inside surfaces should be free of bumps, ledges and protruding parts so children can’t hit their heads, get their clothing snagged or use them as a foothold to climb out of the cot.  There should be no gaps where children can trap their limbs and no sharp edges or points where a child could injure itself.  The mattress should be firm enough and fit snugly without gaps on any side. Remove all toys from the cot when the child is sleeping and the rails should lock securely before placing your child in the cot. Finally, the cot floor shouldn’t sag. Press down on the base to check this.  Portable cots can be purchased in shops around Bahrain that sell baby furniture.