That's it, the time has come for you to invest in large childcare equipment. You begin to project yourself into life with a new little being in your arms.
And this is where you ask yourself “how do I transport my baby in the car?” ".
Between the carrycot, the cozy, the car seat... you don't know which way to turn. Because obviously, you can't transport your baby just any way.
How do you know which one is best?
You ask those around you, you search on the internet, you ask for help in specialized stores…
You would like to add it to your birth list but there is no question of leaving it to chance. You are the one who will have to transport your baby in the car. Between the first appointments with the pediatrician, the first meetings with the family, their first outdoor outings, their first vacations….
This essential accessory should be chosen carefully, depending on its usefulness, its handling, its ease of handling and according to its budget. There are so many... It's difficult to make a choice with all these possibilities!
This is why we have decided to offer you a complete article on this subject. You will finally know the difference between the cozy, the carrycot and the car seat, which is the most practical according to your expectations and needs.
What is the difference between a cozy and a carrycot?
Above all, the two can complement each other very well.
The carrycot is similar to a transportable bed or rigid bassinet. It allows you to keep your baby in a lying position, without damaging their still too fragile muscles. You can use it until it is approximately 6 months old.
We all know how much babies sleep. Some people fear being disturbed during their sleep, whether by outside noise or by movements and changes in position. The carrycot allows you to avoid these small upheavals. Baby can fall asleep very well in his carrycot and if you need to go for a walk, you won't have to change seats, just carry your carrycot, which will also fit the stroller.
If your choice falls on a carrycot for car journeys, Attention with a capital A: Not all baskets are regulated for this type of transport . Check that there is a seatbelt and let it be approved for this type of journey.
Second important point to know about the carrycot: it does not allow your baby to be perfectly supported, even with the harness. At each turn or suddenly, he will see himself swing from left to right, back and forth...
I repeat: Although carrycots are practical for walks, make sure they are approved for car trips. They are not all!
This is one of the main reasons why it is still preferable to transport your baby in a cozy car during car trips. Their rigid shell as well as the safety harness provide optimal support and safety. Please note that the cozy is not a bed. Even if baby is in a semi-recumbent position (baby's natural inclination), he cannot stay for hours in his cozy place without moving.
During long car journeys, take regular breaks to hydrate your baby and stimulate him a little.
The cozy (or cosi) offers safety to your child, thanks to its safety harness and its shape which well encompasses baby's small body
For more comfort and to prevent it from sweating during these journeys, you can install a cozy cotton muslin cushion. This will regulate baby's body temperature thanks to its natural material.
The cushion is also a very good reducer for newborns and can be used until they are 9 months old. Its fleece is ultra comfortable and will allow this little baby not to be completely lost in its cozy space.
Milinane cozy cushions are made of cotton, a natural material for babies' sensitive skin, hygienic and machine washable. Do we need to add that they are also so cute??
You will have understood, your choice will fall on the one which best adapts to your daily habits and according to your needs. If you regularly hit the road, opt for cozy. If you prefer to walk on foot, the basket will suit you.
The good compromise :
Today, many brands have understood the dilemma, and offer cozy beds that lie down. Here is a good compromise that guarantees security and comfort: the Cloud Z from cybex.
This cozy is for me THE cozy to have to transport baby safely and without disturbing their sleep.
In the car, it can be used like a traditional cozy, in a semi-seated position.
Its advantage is that it adapts to the Yoyo stroller thanks to adapters, while lying down. Baby can thus finish his nap in a lying position without having to be moved. It therefore acts as a cozy AND a carrycot at the same time.
Cozy that lies down, Cybex Z cloud
Then comes the day when baby really becomes too big to fit into his cozy seat, or the harness is loosened as much as possible... Yes, at that point you will probably have to switch to a fixed car seat. There are also all kinds of them, scalable, pivoting…
