Should I get a bassinet or crib for my baby’s nursery? Creating a sleep haven where your baby can rest peacefully at naptime and nighttime is essential during your baby’s first months and years. Sleep ...

While a crib is the best long-term choice for your baby, a bassinet provides a safer sleep environment during the early months. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends sharing a room with ...

A bassinet can serve as a safe place to put your infant down to sleep, and its smaller footprint means you can often fit it next to your bedside or move it around your home more easily than a crib.