maternity
Chicco Zip & Go Travel Crib
A two-in-one that can be used as a crib from birth to six months
or for children aged six months to 24 months. Simply drop
the crib down to make it into a full cot allowing more
space to move. It has a wrap around mesh for
good air circulation and visibility. Weight
7.3kg. Available from Chicco $1,998
Inovi Cocoon
This lightweight, 4.1kg moses-style travel cot is suitable for babies
up to six months. It provides baby with a secure sleeping
environment, be it at home or for travelling, even for inflight. It
complies with International Aviation Standards to be stowed as
cabin luggage. Available from Baby Basics $1,750
Travel Cots
Our pick of lightweight, easy to use travel cots
SpaceCot Travel Cot
This doesn’t seem to be available in Hong Kong
but consistently gets good reviews so may be
worth shipping. It can be put up and packed
away in a matter of seconds. It comes with two
detachable cot levels, meaning it can be used
as a travel cot for babies under six months or as
a playpen for babies up to 30 months. Available
from www.amazon.co.uk
Phil & Ted’s Traveller V4 Travel Cot
Travel Crib Light Babybjorn
Easy to assemble and pack away and weighing just 6kg,
the Babybjorn Light is another great option. It comes
with a soft, comfortable fitted mattress, providing a
good night’s sleep for newborn babies to children age
three years. $2,299 www.babycentral.com.hk
The lightest option we’ve found, the Phil & Ted Traveller weighs just 2.8kg. It is super
compact when packed (65cm x 20cm x 20cm) but provides ample space when open
(total footprint is 117cm x 79cm x 63cm). It can be used indoors and outdoors, for sleep or
for play. An additional mesh top provides shade while a side zip makes for easy access.
It even has a self-inflating mattress and fitted sheet. Suitable from birth to three years, or
34kg. Available from Mothercare $1,350.
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