The Little Green Sheep FN010A Natural Knitted Moses Basket & Mattress-Linen

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Verdict: The only downside is that this Moses basket seems less roomy in comparison to others we tested, so it may not last your baby as long as others. "My baby was 9lbs at birth, so there's not much room in this for her to stretch out," adds Katie. "For that reason, it's probably better suited to smaller babies." Our tester found this easy to assemble, although some of the screws were a little stiff. "It's really simple and straightforward to put together, and didn't take us long to assemble," she says. "The basket liner and blanket are made from beautifully soft waffle fabric, which looks very luxurious and comfortable – like putting my baby to sleep on a little cloud." The mattress is washable but it's not a standard size, so factor that in when you're buying bedding. The plastic sides and handles add robustness, which makes this a good choice if you'll be carrying it up and down stairs frequently. Dimensions - How big is the Moses basket? Will it fit comfortably in your bedroom whilst still providing room to navigate around it during the night? WARNING: Do not add another mattress on top of the mattress provided or recommended by The Little Green Sheep.

This is really sleek - it looks like a big fancy hotel bathtub," says our tester, Grace. "Also there is just one button on the cot itself so you can’t go wrong in the middle of the night when you’re staggering around in the dark." Two things to note - the Snoo isn’t light so it’s not suitable for moving between rooms. And if you’re a light sleeper and you place it on a wooden floor, you might hear the magic machinery within. Moses baskets are great to have next to your bed and also as a portable option to move downstairs during daytime. You should never move a Moses basket with your baby inside though. You should share a room with your little one for the first six months. But, to avoid having to move a Moses basket every morning and night, Jenna suggests: "You can have a Moses basket in the lounge or kitchen for when you're downstairs and a permanent cot in your room for your little one." I found the assembly instructions very difficult to understand, with just pictures and no description or written steps, but once I found a video online to follow, it was actually quite simple to put together," says Katie. "The cot is a great size, with soft sides and breathable mesh walls, but it doesn't come with a mattress – you have to buy that separately."Meets BS EN 1466:2014 (basket and stand); BS 1877-10:2011+A1:2012 and BS 7177:2008+A1:2011(mattress) It’s an expensive item, so it must deliver on all points. "But it does," says Grace. "Alongside its sleep and safety benefits, the Snoo is aesthetically appealing and well-sized, with an intuitive and easy-to-use app and free access to sleep experts over the phone." Best luxury Moses basket: Silver Cross Luxury Moses basket and stand with 100% organic botanical liner

WARNING: Do not use the mattress if any part is broken, torn or missing and use only replacement or spare parts approved by the manufacturer. How do you choose a safe Moses basket? Jenna Wilson, a Sleep Consultant at Little Dreams Consulting Opens a new window says: "The most important thing when considering anything in relation to sleep is safety. The guidelines from The Lullaby Trust are clear that you should not have anything in your little one’s cot or Moses basket other than a firm, flat mattress with a waterproof cover. Something to look out for with Moses baskets is that they do not have any extra material, bumpers, sleep positioners or anything which could pose a potential danger to your baby." The Little Green Sheep Moses Basket Stand is a great addition to your moses basket. There are wooden retaining bars to hold the moses basket in position securely and the stand elevates your baby to a perfect height so that you keep an eye on them beside your bed. It is suitable for use not only with the Little Green Sheep moses baskets but other moses baskets measuring L: 73 – 83.5 x W: 30 - 37cm. Our Consumer Editor Heidi Scrimgeour came up with a shortlist of Moses baskets based on her product knowledge and industry research, and by looking at the latest offering from the market-leading brands. As a mum of three and a parenting journalist for 15 years, what she doesn't know about baby products isn't worth knowing. At first I felt this looked more like a laundry basket," says Katie. "But it looks much more baby-friendly once the liner is added, and my baby seemed quite happy in it. The basket itself is very large and spacious but it's also very light, making it really easy to move around. Since it's made of plastic, it's also very easy to clean."Verdict: Overall, this is a stylish, innovative bedside crib with lots of practical features that make it perfect for parents who want something a little more versatile than a standard Moses basket.

Our consumer editor says: The Mamas & Papas Lua Bedside Crib is cleverly designed to make it easy to sleep with your baby safely by your side. It comes with a mattress - with a breathable fibre core - included. Our products are at the heart of everything we do, and it’s our approach to making them that makes us who we are. We believe in turning to nature’s own ingredients first when crafting our products, whilst never compromising on quality or safety. Promoting the natural way to as many parents as possible is what we are passionate about. A natural way that’s best for you and your family, and better for the planetAll of our products are crafted using what mother nature provides, for the purest environment possible. Best of all? It’s kinder to the environment, too. Crafted from only the finest natural materials, our products offer the best possible start for your little one, and natural comfort for the whole family. We’re proud to say that all of our products are free from nasties, offering you the assurance that our range is one you can trust. The hanging toys are a handy extra, but Katie found they didn't hold her baby's attention for long. "The toys aren't brightly coloured, so my baby wasn't very engaged by them," she says. Instead, she attached a mobile. "That was great, as I haven't been able to attach a mobile to any other Moses basket I've used."

The quality of this Moses basket is impressive, and the knitted liner adds a touch of seriously cosy luxury. "It's very chic and looks quite Scandinavian in design," says Kate. "But it's also very practical – the liner stopped my baby from scratching her hands on the inside of the basket, which happens in our own Moses basket. That makes this one feel warm and cosy."