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Yes. The Lullaby Trust and the NHS both name a cot or Moses basket as the safest place for a baby to sleep, as long as it has a firm, flat mattress and is kept clear of pillows, bumpers and toys. 

Our Moses baskets are handwoven from natural palm leaf and meet BS EN 1466:2023, the British safety standard for Moses baskets and stands. Each one comes with our natural mattress, made to be firm and flat for newborns. 

Yes. A Moses basket is a safe space for your little one to sleep at night as well as during the day, when you follow safer sleep guidance. 

The Lullaby Trust says the safest place for a baby to sleep is their own clear, flat, separate sleep space, such as a cot or Moses basket, with a firm, flat, waterproof mattress. For every sleep: 

• Lay your baby on their back, with their feet at the foot of the basket. 
• Keep the basket clear of pillows, duvets, bumpers and soft toys. 
• Keep the room between 16 and 20°C. 
• Place the basket on a compatible stand or on the floor, as your product instructions allow. 

The NHS recommends your baby sleeps in the same room as you, day and night, for the first six months

Firm, flat, waterproof and a snug fit. The Lullaby Trust's test is simple: your baby's head shouldn't sink in by more than a few millimetres, and there should be no raised or cushioned areas or gaps around the edge. 

Every Little Green Sheep Moses basket comes with our natural mattress, made from cotton, wool and coconut coir. The mattress isn't waterproof, so we recommend pairing it with our waterproof mattress protector. Replacement Moses basket mattresses are available too. 

Yes, as long as your product instructions allow it. Choose a flat, stable spot away from radiators, heaters, draughts, pets and curious siblings. 

Never place a Moses basket on a raised or soft surface like a bed, sofa, table or worktop. If you'd like it raised, use a stand made for your basket.  Although it is generally recommended that you use the Moses basket with the appropriate stand.

It is usually recommended to purchase a stand with your Moses basket, though they are optional. It brings your little one up to bed height, so you can see, reach and settle them without bending down, especially during night feeds. 

We make two styles in solid wood: 

• Foldable stand: folds flat, ideal if you'll move the basket around the house or take it on visits. 
• Rocking stand: adds a gentle rocking motion to help soothe your baby. 

Always use a stand designed for your basket, on a flat floor. 

Our Moses baskets are suitable from birth until around six months, up to a maximum of 9kg (20lbs). Stop sooner if your baby can roll over, push up on their hands and knees, or sit up unaided, whichever comes first. When it happens, move your baby to a cot or crib. 

This is separate from room-sharing: the NHS still recommends your baby sleeps in your room for the first six months, so many parents move a cot or crib in beside the bed. 

For your Moses basket, you’ll need a firm mattress with a waterproof mattress protector, fitted sheets that wrap tightly around the mattress, a padded liner for inner layering and a sleeping bag or breathable blanket tucked firmly into the sides.

Explore our Moses basket bedding guide for a full checklist of the essentials, plus advice on the best materials for each item.

No. Never carry or move the basket with your baby inside. Lift your baby out first, move the basket using the handles, then lay them back down.

If you want a dedicated sleep space for nights and naps, choose a Moses basket. The NHS and Lullaby Trust both name a cot or Moses basket with a firm, flat mattress as the safest place for a baby to sleep. 

A Little Green Sheep Moses basket is lightweight enough to move from room to room, and comes with our natural mattress, so it's ready for your baby's first sleep. 

Every basket is handwoven from natural palm leaf, which is lightweight and lets air circulate. You then choose a liner in organic cotton or cotton muslin, in quilt, dimple, knitted or muslin finishes. 

Current colours include Linen, Juniper, Truffle, Ecru and Terracotta. Buy the basket and mattress on their own, or as a set with a foldable or rocking stand.