Portable Playpens

A portable playpen - what every parent needs!

Although you may not initially think you need a portable playpen, once you have one, you’ll quickly wonder how you ever survived without it. From vacations to an afternoon at Grandma’s, a portable playpen offers safety and convenience.

No worries

By purchasing a portable playpen, you eliminate a lot of stress that comes with traveling with an infant. Whether you stay at a hotel or a relative’s house, you know you have a safe place for your little one to rest.

More than that, a portable playpen offers the familiarity that a rented or borrowed unit doesn’t. This means your baby’s schedule can remain unaffected, which, as any parent knows, reduces stress and makes the trip more pleasant.

Selecting the right one

There are few factors to consider when shopping for a portable playpen. You want to think about safety, frequency of use, and budget.

Safety: It’s important to follow the same safety guidelines outlined for cribs. You want a portable playpen that has a firm mattress and is free of any holes or tears in the meshing or railing cover. If you are buying used, make you sure carefully inspect the unit and check for any recalls or safety advisories.

Frequency of use: If you plan to use the portable playpen mostly in your home, than the weight or style of the carrier bag isn’t a huge factor. However, if you need to transport the unit on a daily or weekly basis, you will want to find one that is lightweight, assembles easily, and comes equipped with a carrier bag that is comfortable for you.

Budget: The price of a portable playpen depends on the number of additional features and the quality. Pay close attention to the quality. It may be worth spending a little bit more for one that will last longer. As far as the features go, decide upfront what you think you need.