Moses basket have been used since the middle ages as a safe place for a baby to sleep. The enclosed shape of the basket provides comfort and security for young babies and helps them to get to sleep. It is important that there is airflow around the basket and the natural weave design help to facilitate this. Moses basket covers are made of relatively thin material so as not to restrict the flow of air.
Your baby will probably spend the first four or five months using a moses basket as their main bed, after this they usually transfer to a cot. This means that you will usually need more than one set of covers for your basket so whilst one is being used the other is in the wash. It also gives you a chance to try out different colours and designs as there are quite a range of different sets to choose from.
You can get moses basket sets to fit most sizes of basket and there are sets available for all the main brands such as Mamas and Papas ,Izziwotnot, Junior Jungle, East Coast, Lollipop Lane and Clair de Lune. Having a set of spare covers not only allows you to make a change for a new look but also has the practicalities of having a spare set should the current set get spoiled due to your baby being sick over them.
There are quite a few styles, colours and designs to choose from whether you want something frilly like a traditional broderie anglaise design or something a bit more modern with a cartoon or animal print. Although most covers use ties or elastic in the lining to allow you to fit most basket sizes it is always best to check the size before ordering in case there is a big difference and you end up getting a set that is too small.
When purchasing a set of moses basket covers there may be several pieces to the set. You will of course get a hood cover if your basket has a hood, there will also be the lining and drapes. The drapes do vary in length so you can get them to just cover the height of the basket or if it is on a stand to cover the stand as well. In addition you will usually get a padded quilt to fit over the foot area. They may also be a matching pillow in the set.
Other types of moses basket bedding in addition to your covers you will also need a moses basket mattress, you should always buy a new mattress for a new baby. Mattresses are made of foam with a waterproof plastic casing, old or used ones can get cracks and tears in the plastic which means that any milk the baby brings up could soak into the foam encouraging harmful bacteria to grow. This is why you are recommended to get a brand new mattress. You will also need a few sets of mattress covers as these need to be changed regularly.
