I got a brand new moses basket from a friend of a friend who lost twins and had two moses baskets. It's been sitting unused for about a year. Is it wise to get a new mattress for it even though it ain't been used?
2006-11-09 08:15:04 · 21 answers · asked by BLONDESHELL 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
You should always use a new mattress whether they have been used once or loads. So I would say that yes you would need a new mattress unless you have kept it in a clean and dry place and it has never been used. Mothercare do some for £15-20. It's worth it for your baby.
2006-11-09 08:46:46 · answer #1 · answered by Clare 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Provided it's got a waterproof mattress (ie plastic coated or similar) and hasn't been used then there's no need to get a new one. Most mattresses are like this these days, to stop dirt from getting in. If it's a foam mattress or one that isn't wipe-clean, then it might be a good idea to change it because of dust mites etc. Otherwise just clean it with an antibacterial spray (Dettol, Milton etc) and it'll be absolutely fine.
PS: Should you decide you want a new one anyway, they're not very expensive from Mothercare...
2006-11-10 14:13:02 · answer #2 · answered by sarah 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have both, I had the cot in my bedroom and the moses basket I took in the front room but at night time I put the basket in the crib, if that makes sense. Con about the moses basket is, THEY GROW OUT OF IT SOOO FAST but the pro I suppose is they can be used again and they look comfy lol. I have a crib that turns into a junior bed, I think they save money. Just thought I'd add that bit in. :)
2016-05-22 01:06:24 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say yes it will be fine to use. I would just wipe it over with a damp cloth and hang it out on the washing line so it gets the chance to be aired. It will be fine to use then and you will be using a sheet on it so the baby won't be directly on it. If your still unsure or it smells then buy a new one. If your not happy then theres no point worrying if its ok or not.xx
2006-11-10 02:01:22 · answer #4 · answered by SARAH S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used the same moses basket for all 3 of my kids...it'll be fine!
2006-11-09 08:18:47 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
.Hi I would say if it was still in it's plastic packaging i.e. still sealed you would not need to by a new one. If this is not the case I would recommend you bite the bullet and get a new one you do not know how the mattress has been stored all the best
2006-11-09 08:25:02 · answer #6 · answered by maz 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
its never been used why buy a new one?? I used the same one for all 3 of mine without a new mattress, didn't have any problems. Why waste money.
2006-11-09 08:22:07 · answer #7 · answered by Jovi Freak 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The old mattress is fine. There is no problem with it. You will probably put a sheet on it anyway.
2006-11-13 03:53:05 · answer #8 · answered by five4us 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if it still has the plastic wrapping on then i wouldn't worry about getting a new mattress for it but if the wrapping is gone off it then i would just in case of dust particals and that. better be safe then sorry!
2006-11-09 08:25:04 · answer #9 · answered by shortpeg2001 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
As it's been sitting unused,all you need to do is give everything a good wash,just to freshen it up.
2006-11-09 08:19:28 · answer #10 · answered by nicky dakiamadnat600bugmunchsqig 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋