Carly
Hi I am just wanting to find out about cot nets that are designed to prevent pets entering the cot. I have two cats who usually sleep in bed with me , I want to have the baby in my room with me (not in my bed in a Bassinette or cot next to me ) and of course am worried for the cats jumping in to the cot when I’m asleep or not watching. Of course I can close the door and leave the cats out, and will do so if needed, but I do think this would cause more issues and behaviours with the cats. I was interested to see several different designs of canopy nets/ pop up tent nets/ al kinds of nets for covering a crib/ Bassinette to keep a pet away. This seems in an ideal solution but I can’t find any info about this and safety , if it interferes with ventilation for the baby ? Or is a risk of falling down on the baby ? Of course I don’t want to do anything to endanger the baby when sleeping. I wonder if there are any safe recommended crib covers ? Or what is more of a risk a cat or a crib net ? Or do I just need to keep the cats out of the room ? I love the cats they are my babies , but of course the human baby safe sleep environment is most important ! There are so many prouducts marketed towards newborns and cots that are against the safety recommendations it’s very scary. I appreciate any advice about crib canopy/ crib net/ crib tent etc and cats. Thanks so much for your time.
Red Nose Education
Red Nose does not recommend any products that may reduce the risk of a cat getting into baby’s cot/bassinet/pram while baby is sleeping, but is aware of potential risks to baby that is left alone with any animal.
We are not aware of any safety standards for these products to cover the cot. There is a risk with “mosquito net” type covers of falling on baby or being pulled by the bay - these are also unlikely to stop a cat getting into cot/bassinet.
Some cats have been known to jump into the bassinet or cot to be close to baby. This may risk baby’s head & face being covered.
It may be worth talking to your Vet about ways to make your house safe to prevent any potential risks to baby from your cats.
I also know that some people have installed a screen door on a baby’s bedroom to reduce the risk of a cat having access to baby’ in the cot or bassinet.
I hear you about the multitude of product on the market - most are unnecessary & do not meet safe sleeping safety standards.
Have a look at our product information here:
Not all products designed for babies are safe.
They often attract parents with the promise of making sleeping, teething or carrying easier. But without safety regulations or proper use guidelines, they could cause a serious incident.