Everything You Need to Know About the Uppababy Bassinet
The Uppababy Bassinet is a great choice for your newborn. It’s ideal for overnight sleeping, quick naps, or even on the go. Your baby can lie down flat, completely because it’s an extendable unit.
It has a top cover, an addition intended to keep your baby warm during the winter which is opened and shut by a zipper. The top cover is detachable and if you remove it, you’ll be staring at an ultra comfortable and soft mattress which is also removable and machine washable.
It has a foldable top/shade that will automatically lock when you fold it all the way through, and when you want to fold it back, all you need to do is push those buttons at the sides simultaneously.
The arrow points at the buttons you’ll have to push at both sides
Once you bring out the shade or extend it fully, there’s an area right there where you can hang toys to keep your child occupied.
The circle indicates where you can place toys
Oh, there’s also an extra shade attached to the top that provides protection from ultraviolet radiation when you’re taking a stroll. At the bottom, you’ll see a nice flap set there for ventilation.
The Uppababy Bassinet has a safety feature to prevent your stroller from falling off the stand. That is, if you install it correctly, you’ll see a green light at the sides but if it’s installed incorrectly, you’ll see a red light. I tend to be very paranoid about stuff like this so it’s a huge relief for me.
It’ll show red if not properly installed
The Uppababy Bassinet is suitable from birth till 20lbs or until the child is able to push up on hands and knees, or which ever comes first.
Pros of the Uppababy Bassinet
- It has long mattress which makes for a more comfortable environment for your child.
- The mattress pad is removable and the mattress cover can be washed by a machine without it being damaged.
- There’s a bug shield.
- It’s suitable for overnight sleeping.
- It has safety mechanisms in place to prevent you from incorrectly installing it on the stand.
- Fits onto the Bassinet stand (it’s sold separately) and it’s also compatible with all Cruz strollers.
Cons of the Uppababy Bassinet
It’s suitable from birth till 20lbs, and most babies attain such weight by 10 months. Meaning your baby might have outgrown it in a year’s time.
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Frequently asked questions about the Uppababy Bassinet
Is it still being produced by the manufacturer?
Yes, the manufacturer hasn’t yet discontinued the product.
Does it require batteries?
It does not require any battery to function.
What does it weigh? Is it heavy?
The Uppababy Bassinet only weighs 8.8 pounds, easy to push around for an adult.
Conclusion on everything you need to know about the uppababy bassinet
If you need a stroller that’ll give your child double protection from sun and harsh UV rays, and also offer comfortable insulation from cold, this is one of the best strollers you should go for.
