Bassinets

A baby bassinet gives your newborn a snug, contained sleep space that's easy to keep close by, whether that's beside your bed for the early months or moved from room to room during the day. Our bassinets range includes both basket-style options and free-standing designs, so you can choose what suits your space, your routine, and how you like to move around the house with a sleeping baby nearby.

Moses baskets are a lightweight, portable take on the same idea a basket-style bed, usually paired with a stand, that's easy to carry from room to room without waking a sleeping baby. They're a popular first-bed choice for parents who want something simple, breathable, and easy to move.

Every option in our bassinet and Moses basket range is chosen for genuine newborn safety firm, flat sleep surfaces, stable stands, and breathable materials not just nursery styling. Free delivery is included on all orders over $99, with fast dispatch across Australia.

FAQs 

How long can a baby sleep in a bassinet?
Most babies outgrow a bassinet by around 4-6 months, or once they start pushing up, rolling over, or reaching the manufacturer's weight and size limit whichever happens first. Always check the specific guidance for your bassinet model.

What's the difference between a bassinet and a Moses basket?
A bassinet is typically a free-standing bed on its own legs or wheels, sometimes with a gentle rocking motion. A Moses basket is a lightweight, basket-style bed usually paired with a separate stand, designed to be easily carried from room to room. Both suit newborn sleep in the first several months.

Is a bassinet safer than a cot for newborns?
Bassinets and cots can both be safe sleep spaces when used correctly, following current safe sleep guidelines a firm, flat mattress with no loose bedding, pillows, or bumpers. Bassinets are simply smaller and more portable, which many parents prefer for the newborn stage, particularly for room-sharing.

Do I need a separate stand for a bassinet or Moses basket?
Free-standing bassinets typically include their own base or legs. Moses baskets are usually paired with a compatible stand, either included or sold separately, to keep the basket at a comfortable height and prevent tipping. Always use a stand designed specifically for your basket, rather than mixing and matching brands or models.

Can a baby sleep in a bassinet from birth?
Yes — bassinets and Moses baskets are specifically designed for newborn sleep from birth, offering a smaller, more contained space than a full-size cot, which many parents find helps a newborn settle more easily in the early weeks