Extra bed for a box spring bed | Test & Comparison 2019

Newborns need two things in particular at the beginning: food and proximity to their parents. This applies not only during the day, but also at night. That's why there is the extra bed, which enables parents to have their baby very close to them at night without it sleeping in the parents' bed.

Extra beds are closed on three sides, so that the bed can be placed next to the parents' bed on the fourth open side. So your baby can sleep in their own bed in the immediate vicinity of their parents. You can also sometimes find extra beds under the names extra bed or baby balcony. Extra beds are very practical and are a great relief, especially for mothers who are breastfeeding their babies. Most babies often wake up hungry at night, especially in the first few months, so you, as a mom, can easily pull your sparrow to you and breastfeed it in bed without having to get up and then put it back in its own bed without any problems. Extra beds are also reassuring for babies, as they can sleep close to mum and dad, where they feel safe and secure.

The extra bed at a glance:
• can be used from birth
• is attached directly to the parents' bed
• can be used in various ways with the help of optional accessories
• is recommended by doctors and midwives

There is a large selection of extra beds – unfortunately most of them cannot be set high enough so that the baby mattress and the topper of your box spring bed are at the same height. Most extra beds have a maximum height of 54 cm – the height of most box spring beds is between 60 and 70 cm. You should therefore buy an extra bed that is especially suitable for box spring beds.

But which extra bed is the ideal for a box spring bed? In the following comparison, I present the two extra beds that go with box spring beds and that are currently on the market.

The comparison: the extra beds for box spring beds

Model babybay boxspring side bed MaterialBeech (solid wood) Dimensions (LxWxH)94 x 54 x 96.5 cm Lying surface 89 x 51 cm Max. load 150 kg Recommended age0 to 12 months Height adjustment✓
(continuous)
13 to 71 cm incl. mattressesincl Cots no attachment with belt system rollers✓
(available separately) locking grid✓
(available separately) base plate with air circulation holes✓ convertible to (* with optionally available accessories) children's bench,
bassador*,
playpen*,< br>Desk Scope of deliveryExtra bed Advantages

✓ Accessories to “grow with you”
✓ Comparatively long service life due to the wide lying surface
✓ Also suitable for twins
✓ High resale value
✓ TÜV/GS tested
✓ Paints tested for harmful substances according to DIN EN 71 Part 3
✓ Beech wood is FSC-certified

Disadvantages

✗ Accessories must be purchased separately
✗ comparatively expensive

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Current price188.77 EUR

Disadvantages

✗ Accessories must be purchased separately
✗ comparatively expensive

Available at*

Current price188.77 EUR

The extra beds for box spring beds in detail

< h3>1. babybay box spring side bed

The babybay box spring* is TÜV/GS tested and the paints are tested for harmful substances in accordance with DIN EN 71 Part 3. The side bed is made of antibacterial, antistatic beech wood, which comes from sustainably managed local forests. The babybay can be infinitely adjusted to the height of the box spring bed, so that a gapless transition from the baby mattress to the parents' mattress is guaranteed. Mounting brackets are used for fixing to the box spring bed. In addition to being used as an extra bed, a locking rail and a set of castors can be purchased so that you can quickly convert it into a bassinet. So your sparrow can also be very close to you during the day. When your baby grows out of bed, the extra bed can also be used as a desk or a children's bench. Comparatively, babybay's extra beds are more expensive than other models. However, since they are very popular and recommended by doctors and midwives, you should keep in mind that they have a correspondingly high resale value.

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2. FabiMax side bed BOXSPRING

The side bed BOXSPRING* from FabiMax is cheap compared to the babybay boxspring, but offers everything you could wish for. It's made from solid alder and has a large lying surface, so your little one can use the bed longer than most normal extra beds. Matching castors and a locking grille are available separately so you can turn the co-sleeper into a bassinet. The scope of delivery includes a mattress and a nest. You can choose between the Classic mattress, where the mattress core is made of PU brand foam with a breathable polyester cover quilted on both sides, and the Comfort mattress, where the mattress core is made of PU comfort foam with a breathable cover quilted on both sides is made of cotton. In contrast to the classic version, this mattress is also point-elastic and moisture-regulating.
The extra bed is attached to the box spring bed using a belt system. If you also want to use the extra bed as a bassinet by buying an additional locking grille, you should also choose this mattress in advance, which can be divided using a zipper. So you can use the mattress with a lying surface of 90 x 55 cm as an extra bed or 90 x 40 cm as a bassinet.

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Advantages of extra beds

< p>An extra bed has many advantages, which is why it is definitely worth buying.

1. Advantage: An extra bed makes it easier for you to breastfeed at night
A big advantage for breastfeeding mothers is that they can hold their child close to them at night and breastfeed. Some mothers also report that they didn't really wake up thanks to the extra bed for breastfeeding, but were soon able to go back to sleep with the baby after breastfeeding.

2. Advantage: You can soothe your baby very quickly
Babies wake up from time to time simply because they have lost their pacifier, for example, or had a nightmare. Often your hand on his back is enough to calm him down without you having to really wake up yourself.

3. Advantage: Your sparrow feels safe and secure in your presence
Your baby needs a lot of closeness, especially in the first few months, and the extra bed guarantees that. So your baby can sleep in close proximity to you without your box spring bed getting too tight.

4. Advantage: safety with own bed
Since your baby sleeps in his own bed, you don't have to worry about possible suffocation from blankets and pillows.

5. Advantage: Extra beds adjust to the height of the parents' bed
Extra beds are usually infinitely height-adjustable, which is why they can be perfectly adapted to any parent's bed, so that both mattresses merge into one another. For box spring beds, there is currently the babybay box spring side bed and the FabiMax side bed BOXSPRING, both of which can be infinitely adjusted in height to the parent's bed.

6. Advantage: Various conversion options with optional accessories
Many extra beds can be converted into a bassinet with the help of a locking grille and additional castors, which you can easily push into other rooms. The extra beds from babybay can also be converted into a cot, playpen or high chair with the appropriate accessories.

What should you look out for when choosing an extra bed?

MaterialMost extra beds are made of wood because it is considered to be particularly stable and durable. It should be sanded smooth and processed cleanly everywhere so that there is no risk of injury from splinters. Some models like the chicco Next2me are made of fabric. The advantage here is that these extra beds are lighter and can also be used as a travel cot. The disadvantage, however, is that it is also more unstable.

Mounting and height adjustability
Basically, it is better if the extra bed is continuously height-adjustable so that it can adapt perfectly to the parents' bed. However, since every bed is different, you should check again carefully whether the extra bed also fits your parents' bed. Most extra beds are attached to the frame of the parents' bed with two hooks. In addition to hooks, there are also straps for fastening, these are suitable for box spring beds. I therefore recommend that you check which type of attachment is suitable for your parent's bed before you buy or order the extra bed.

Lying surface
In general, a large lying surface is an advantage because your baby can use the bed for longer. Sometimes, however, you don't have that much space in the bedroom or you only plan to use the extra bed for the first few months – in this case, an extra bed with a smaller lying surface is sufficient. The two extra beds for box spring beds already have a very large lying surface, which is why they can be used for longer.
You should also make sure that the lying surface or slatted frame has air circulation holes or, even better, a real slatted frame to prevent a possible risk of mold. If the wooden surface is completely without holes, air and moisture collect between the mattress and the board, which can lead to mold forming on the mattress.

Use as a bassinet, etc.
If you also want to use the extra bed as a bassinet so that you can push the extra bed into the living room or kitchen during the day, you should make sure when you buy it that the extra bed can be expanded with additional castors and a locking grille. So you can prepare food during the day or work at the desk while your baby sleeps in the bassinet nearby. Extra beds like those from babybay can also be converted into a playpen or cot. This saves you a new purchase and the trouble of selling or putting the bed away. If you travel a lot, it would be worth considering buying the chicco extra bed, as it can also be used perfectly as a travel cot. So your baby can always sleep in its own bed without having to get used to a new one.

Tips for sleeping safely in the extra bed

1. The extra bed should be securely attached to the box spring bed or parents' bed so that it cannot slip or be moved.

2. There should be no gaps or steps between the baby mattress and the parent's mattress. The transition should be seamless so that your sparrow doesn't get trapped.

3. You should avoid blankets and pillows in the extra bed to avoid the risk of suffocation. A suitable sleeping bag is recommended in the first year of life.

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*Last update on 3.11.2022 11:48 am/We would like to point out that the prices displayed here may have changed in the meantime.