Bassinet
/ˌbæsɪˈnet/noun
A small bed, surrounded by high sides, made for a baby to sleep in.
The baby was peacefully sleeping in the bassinet
Often appears as...
- baby bassinet
- portable bassinet
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Pro Tip 1/3Infant Usage
A bassinet is specifically for infants, usually newborns up to about six months old.
Once the baby outgrows the bassinet, it's time to use a crib.
Pro Tip 2/3Temporary Bed
A bassinet is often used as a temporary first sleeping place for a baby, not a permanent one.
I set up a bassinet in our room for the first few months after our baby is born.
Pro Tip 3/3Portability
Bassinets are lightweight and often portable, which makes them easy to move around.
We have a portable bassinet so we can easily take it with us when visiting grandparents.
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