Graco Pack 'n Play Playard with Bassinet, Kensly

Cheap Graco Pack 'n Play Playard with Bassinet, Kensly Review

This was the bassinet that I chose after reading many many many many MANY reviews on all kinds of bassinets and their pros and cons and whatnot.. and the price, simplicity, and the positive reviews appealed to me so I purchased it.
Well first of all it was a nice gender neutral color and the design and pictures on it were absolutely adorable and not offensive at all.
and the set up was quick and easy and folding up for storage was do-able. I set it up in the room with even a canopy hanging over it to create the new baby atmosphere and also to protect my coming baby from flying insects and stuff..
I speak in past tense because a few months later while getting my car transported it was stolen out of my trunk.
Well I ended up never using it from the beginning. It pretty much held diapers and other stuff I wanted for immediate access since it was propped right up next to my bed.. and it was GREAT for that. I hung handwashed baby clothes on it and put laundry in it. It was quite usefull indeed and easy to move around when I wanted to vacuum underneath it.
What I didn't like about it was that the mattress pad was thin and not well cushioned and it was concave in the middle-which probably can't be helped. (Now I imagine most bassinets whether the pricier ones or cheaper ones are all like that.) I couldn't imagine my baby being comfortable going from the warm softness of mommy's womb to laying in a cheaply padded, concave surface- not to mention the elongated head would be forced to turn sideways because of the lack of cushioning. and in the winter time it would be impossible for the baby to stay warm since this thin pad will not retain heat. I know that pediatricians recommend a firm surface because of the SIDS scare, but a baby will have a hard time getting adjusted to that so embrace yourself for many nights of a wailing baby. Well my baby is 10 months now and from the moment of birth to this day she had slept next to me in my bed and not only have I never experienced loss of sleep, she never once had a crying fit in the middle of the night except a few quiet whimpers to let me know she was hungry.

Well overall I think this would be a good temporary bed if you are not sure about getting a big expensive wooden crib. You won't find out if your baby will sleep fine by herself or not till after the baby's born so I would try this out before spending the big bucks. Also it's a good place to keep your baby in when you need to confine her for a short time.

Graco Pack 'n Play Playard with Bassinet, Kensly Feature

• Easy to store and transport in handy carry bag
• Full-size removable bassinet
• Push-button fold makes folding easy to store and transport in handy carry bag
• Folding feet for a more compact fold
• Mesh on all four sides improves ventilation

Graco Pack 'n Play Playard with Bassinet, Kensly Overview

The Pack 'n Play playard is a convenient, comfortable place for your baby to nap and play, at home and away. It's a snap to set up: just unfold, pull up the sides, and lock them into place. And with its easy, push-button fold, anyone can quickly close it. Wheels let you roll it from room to room, or even bring baby out on the porch with you for a fresh air nap. Store it in the handy carry bag, and there's nowhere you and your baby cant go.



*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Apr 21, 2010 19:28:26