![]() I’m thinking I’ll spring for the toddler version (delaying the problem rather than solving it), but that’s an issue for another month. At this point, my chief concern is that the baby will outgrow his dock without falling in love with his crib. ![]() It’s so lightweight, I bring it around the house as a little portable bassinet - I’ll stash the baby in it wherever I am, well within sight. It doubles as a changing station, or a soft surface for when the baby needs tummy time. As long as you have a queen-size mattress it’ll probably fit your docked baby plus two adults. If you’re into co-sleeping, you can even bring the DockATot in bed with you. In a DockATot, they’re surrounded by bumper pillows which provide that cocoon-like sensation while, crucially, not posing a suffocation threat the way ordinary pillows do. It’s money very well spent.īabies like to feel snug, and many feel at sea in a crib. It doesn’t sound like much, and it’s not cheap ($175 or more, depending on the cover you choose), but my baby falls asleep easier and sleeps longer in his DockATot than anywhere else. More specifically, it’s a small mattress with side cushions about five inches high. From the name you can probably guess that the DockATot is a baby docking station. Ready to move to actually sleeping all night? I know that’s what you’re here for.Of all the stuff I’ve bought or received since I had a baby - a crib, a bassinet, a mobile, a stroller, multiple carriers, a bouncer - the thing I’ve used the absolute most is the DockATot. ♥️ *Read all about sleep transitions, here. Q: Is using a Dockatot ever “ok” for sleep?Ī: While the CPSC advises against sleeping on any padded surface, Dockatot does mention on their safety labels that it can be used with a toddler if they are able to safely descend on their own, and it rests on top of a firm surface. Take a peek at the Snoo here if you want to rent it as low as $29/month! With a built-in swaddle and numerous success stories, we couldn’t help but include it in our Newborn Sleep Academy class, which also talks about how to transition to the crib or nursery with the help of the Snoo. With the option to rent or buy, the Snoo provides a safe location for baby to sleep at night or while taking a nap, with a feature to soothe them back to sleep if they are to wake up. Q: If the Dockatot isn’t ideal for sleeping, is there is another product you would recommend for my newborn baby? I REALLY love my sleep!Ī: We LOVE The Snoo, developed by a fellow sleep guru. *To learn more about bed sharing ( correctly), you can read the Top 5 mistakes the New Moms Make. Q: Can you use it for tummy time or diaper changes? I just feel gross putting my new baby on the floor for these things!Ī: Absolutely! Plus it can provide MUCH more comfort than a towel or scratchy blanket. You can read more here on the DockaTot website for more safety information. The absolute safest place for babies to sleep are on a flat, firm surface, in a separate area from the parent(s), with no obstructions such as blankets, pillows or toys. Also, baby must always be directly supervised, and never left alone in the Dock. Q: Is this approved for safe sleep? Like a bassinet?Ī: Recently marketed as an option for bed-sharing families, the Dock is not meant for crib, parent’s bed, or bassinet sleep. Over the years, I’ve actually received hundreds of questions on DockATot! Here are some questions and my replies: The built-in, air permeable side on the Grand dock gives little ones a familiar sense of security. The Grand size is an essential go-to spot for tots lounging around the house or when traveling. The DockATot Deluxe Cabana comes in these colors: Night Falls, Rose, Endless Blue, & Splash! The DockATot® Grand dock is our stage 2 lounging dock, 50 longer and wider, for tots age 9 months to 36+ months. No need to worry about disrupting your newborn while they may be napping. The DockATot Deluxe Cabana has a retractable UV-protected shade of 50+ SPF! Taking those nice walks to the park, even on super cold days, the sun can pear through the clouds. No need to worry about the direct sunlight. The Cabana option is simply amazing for the DockATot Deluxe!
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