Best playpens of 2022

Quick quiz: you’re home alone with your baby and you need to shower, get ready for work or—gasp—eat a warm meal in peace. What do you do with your little one?

Enter the playard, FKA the playpen. playpens sit either directly on the floor or slightly above it and have mesh sides for breathability and visibility. Many are designed for easy transport and have helpful add-ons like bassinets, changing stations and organizer pockets. They’re a safe spot for your baby to hang out in when you’re busy doing other things or simply need a quick break.

Do You Need a Playard?

playpens aren’t the only way to create a safe play zone for your baby or toddler. Playmats, jumpers, activity centers and baby gates are great for keeping little ones contained for a short time.

However, playpens have a few distinct advantages, and many parents choose to add one to their registries. playpens provide babies with a safe space where they can move around. Many are easy to move from room to room and to travel with. They can also do double duty as:

· Changing stations

· Bassinets

· Portable cribs

How Long Can You Use a Playard?

Most playpens can be used from the newborn stage up until about three years old. Once your child reaches 35 inches tall or can climb out, consider your playard’s tour of duty done.

Note: If you get a hand-me-down or purchase a used playard, be sure it folds and unfolds properly and the mattress is snug. Check for holes or tears on the sides. And make sure it was manufactured in 2013 or after as that’s when new federal safety standards were enacted.

Baby Rocking Chair

The Scoop

· V-shaped balanced

· Breathable mesh sides high strength aluminum alloy and super soft fabric

· Simple and safety belt

What Our Experts Say

V-shaped balanced baby rocking chair, fit the baby's body design, simple appearance, smooth lines. Selection of high strength aluminum alloy and super soft fabric, durable, breathable comfortable, thin, light, give baby as if in the mother's arms to comfort the quiet experience. Simple and safety belt, non-slip stripe at the bottom, more secure and stable.No need to plug in, natural swing up and down, bringing fun to babies.The baby shocking chair is portable, easy to travel, go out for an outing, more convenient.

Best Playard for Travel

The Scoop

· Ultra light

· Easy set up and break down

What Our Experts Say

When you're traveling with a baby, you'll have plenty to take with you—a heavy playbed shouldn't be on your packing list. This travel cot is our all-time favorite play cot to take with your little one on the road (or sky). It is compact and easy to carry when dismantled. It's designed to be set up in one motion and broken down easily. The sides are completely mesh, and both the mattress itself and the fabric frame can be thrown right into the washing machine.

Multifunctional Baby Bed

The Scoop

· High quality & safety

· Multi-function, 5 in 1

· Components & Design

What Our Experts Say

❀ High quality & safety - It is all made of food-grade safe materials, smooth and round, without burrs, will not hurt if baby bumps. There is grip sucker on the bottom, no need to worry about tipping.The door can be locked when closed, and the connection is tightly fitted without worrying about getting babies’ hands caught.

❀ Multi-function, 5 in 1 - baby play bed has five combination designs, you can freely combine and switch. You can use it as a newborn crib, baby care table, crib, children's desk and chair, and children's playpen as your needs. It can accompany baby from birth to kindergarten. It is convenient and economical to use one thing for many purposes. (Mattress is not included in the product)

Best Budget Playard

The Scoop

· Great value

· More compact fold than most other Pack ‘n Plays

· Perfect for grandparents’ house

What Our Experts Say

Automatically folding feet and wheels allow for a compact fold for easy storage and transportation. Durable frame makes this portable Playard ideal for travel. Super cute baby playard,cozy, dedicated space for baby to rest

Best Playard for Outdoors

The Scoop

· Great for outdoor use, beach, camping etc.

· Weighs less than 12 pounds

· Removable sun canopy

What Our Experts Say

Getting outside with your little one is fun, but it’s also a bit nerve wracking if they’re a little too free to roam. Taking along a playard can help. While you can certainly use this playard indoors, it really shines for outdoor and on-the-go use. There’s a (washable) nylon floor to keep your little one clean and dry on damp ground and a removable sun canopy for warm days, along with six wide panels featuring breathable mesh sides. Everything folds up in seconds and stores in a carry bag that’s lightweight enough to sling over your shoulder and be on your way.

Best Playard for Small Spaces

The Scoop

· Lightweight and compact to store

· One second to unfold, three seconds to fold

· Includes bassinet insert

What Our Experts Say

They came up with a playbed that is both stylish and functional. It's stylish, simple and seamless. It opens and closes in seconds and is lightweight, making it ideal for use at home or on the go. You can store it upright almost anywhere and turn it on when you need somewhere for the little ones to play or relax.