Find the ideal playpen or baby play yard to suit your needs — from sleeping beside your bed during those first months to playing in the living room and on holiday.

For holidays or Grandma’s house

When a travel cot goes on frequent trips, its weight and folded size matter. The Moni Safari weighs 6.2 kg and folds down to 77x20 cm, so it fits in the trunk alongside the suitcases. When open, it measures 125x65 cm and has a side opening for your baby to crawl in and out as they grow. If you also want to use it for sleeping, many parents add a thicker mattress.

For sleeping beside your bed during the first months

During the first months, it’s convenient to have your baby at a higher level, so you can lift them without bending over in the middle of the night. The Cangaroo Skyglow has 2 levels: a higher one for the first months and a lower one for when your baby starts pulling themselves up to stand. The wheels let you move it from the bedroom to the living room without folding it, and when unfolded it measures 125x62 cm.

Change diapers without bending over

If you don’t have room for a separate changing table, you can choose one built into the playpen. The Moni Sleepy has a changing table at a comfortable height, so you can change your baby’s diaper right where they sleep. It also has 2 levels for sleeping and wheels so you can move it wherever you need.

A space for them to play while you get things done

When your baby starts crawling, a playpen in the living room gives them their own space to play. The Moni Gamezone measures 180x200 cm when set up, so there’s room for their toys and for you to sit with them, if you like. The floor mat cushions the floor, while its weight of 5.63 kg makes it easy to move to another room.

For twins or two siblings who play together

With two children in the same space, you need a playpen where they can move around without bumping into each other. The Lionelo Willow XL opens up to 207x187 cm and has a side entrance for easy access. It weighs 12 kg and doesn’t include a floor mat, so plan on placing a foam play mat underneath and making sure you have enough free space in your living room.

Before choosing, think about where you’ll use it most often: for sleeping beside you, playing in the living room, or while traveling. Also measure the space where you’ll set it up.

This article was created with the help of AI and reviewed and edited by the Skroutz team.