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How to put up a travel cot + and help collapse a stuck travel cot in SECONDS

HELP! The travel cot side is stuck! Help! The travel cot won’t stay up! Ahhhhhhh the travel cot won’t collapse! I think it’s broken!

Sound familiar? Are you currently stuck with one of these problems, or any travel cot issue? Well, this is a post is for you! I’ve done a quick video to show you how to put your travel cot up, down, and unstick the sides… basically answering all those pesky problems that make them so irritating…

After 5 years of travel cots and using many different ones, either cots we’ve owned or in cottages or caravans on holiday, I can confirm this how many difference branded travel cots work – all the same . So if your travel cot is a Mothercare, Babystyle, Joie, Red Kite, ….. or some other brand most of these work the same way and get stuck in the same way… this is how to get your travel cot up, make the sides stay up, get it down, and make those sides click and unclip.

How to put up a travel cot

• Click the sides together – pull them up so they are ridged, both halves of the side should clunk in straight. Do opposite sides together, if you can. It should form a rectangle.
• Push the middle down (in the base) – make sure the legs can move out as you do this (lifting a side in the corner can help).

How to take down a travel cot

It’s basically the opposite of putting it up!

• Pull the middle up from the base (use the loop). It will probably fall over as you do this so hold a side!
• Unclip the sides – squeeze the catch in the middle of each side so the sides are floppy and swing! Do opposite sides together so you know it’s even!

Let me know if this helps, and if you prefer to read the instructions I’ve popped a guide at the bottom of this post.

Have you had the same travel cot struggles as us? Let me know in the comments, and if this helped too!

Our struggle was real and that’s why I’ve been meaning to write this for years: we have battled with the travel cot so many times when H was little, before we really got to grips with it. Basically, putting up a travel cot is easy when you remember the knack but putting one up and down is something none of us do often. Many a time, we’d arrive late desperate to get the cot up for a sleepy baby/toddler and there would be me saying “YOU DO IT!” to the husband when I just couldn’t get the side to stay up.

You might remember I started this blog to be helpful for instance blogging about how we fix the Perfect Prep temperature warning light in a heatwave, or how to keep a toddler’s hat on… well this is one I’ve had on my list for years. How to put up a travel cot and take it down, including how to make the side click, and how to get it back down when it just won’t collapse.

I hope this helps if you’re stuck with your travel cot, a side not going up or down, or just the whole cot stuck up. Let me know in the comments below if it helped, and share with your friends if you like it!

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Going somewhere with your baby? Well deserved if you ask us, given the past 9 months you’ve just endured!

And by no means are we trying to deter you from your safe travels with your little one, but tending to the baby’s needs such as their eating, sleeping and changing diapers while on a trip can be quite challenging for the first time.

So, we’re here to help by answering your questions about baby travel cots. Questions like what a travel cot is, how to put up a travel cot, and how to fold a travel cot. Get these bits done right, and you’ll be set for a full and restful night’s sleep for both baby and you.

Unavoidably, you might find yourself stressing over the essentials to bring and how to cater to their needs. Little things can pile on the stress, such as baby food packs, bottle sterilization, extra supplies and the all-important necessities for a good nights night’s sleep.

Babies spend most of their time sleeping, so a good quality sleep should be one of your main priorities here. How do we achieve this seemingly simple task? You got it – a good travel cot

As we all know, whenever babies feel discomfort or dissatisfaction, they can cry a lot. And let’s face it, no parent wants a screeching baby the whole holiday (can you imagine…)

Luckily, there are lightweight, portable travel cots available that can help solve the whole sleeping conundrum for your little one, which in turn will lead to a happier baby, where everyone can enjoy the baby’s laughter instead of the tears.

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What is a travel cot?

The travel cot is a product made for babies to sleep in and parents usually call it sent from heaven as it is very convenient to use. There are different kinds of travel cots to choose from depending on the level of need. And these are a standard travel cot, a pop-up travel cot and a bassinet travel cot. A standard travel cot has a collapsible frame and removable mattress.

It can be also be used as a playpen and suitable for babies and toddlers. And the pop-up travel cot is the smaller one that instantly pops up into a bed and can be folded for easy carriage. It is best for smaller and lighter babies. Lastly, the bassinet travel cot is like the two other kinds but much smaller and softer, which is best for newborn babies.

If you’ve chosen the standard travel cot, the next question is, how to set up the travel cot? It’s just quick and easy. Whether you are familiar with it, heard about it or are just a beginner and don’t know where to start. We’ll cover a step by step guide on how to put up a travel cot, how to fold a travel cot, as well as how to put it back down again.

How to put up a travel cot

Let’s get started. Firstly, let’s get the travel cot out of the bag. Now, considering the wide range of different models here, you may need to slightly adapt the below to your own. Every travel cot will come with a set of safety instructions, so please make sure you follow these, too.

But, as I know from experience, not every set of instructions comes as easy to follow as you’d hoped for. So our instructions for how to put up a travel cot might just save the day;

• Place it on a flat surface – Firmly place it on the floor. Making sure that it’s a flat surface makes it be easier for you to set it up. Hold and gather all the four-leg corners in the middle. To know that you get it right, you can see the circle with a pull cord in the middle.
• Open the top – By using both of your hands, spread the four-leg corners simultaneously, pushing them towards their direction and exposing the circle in the middle of the cot.
• Pull up the sides – All at once, pull up the sides. Do the opposite sides together. The longer sides first and then the shorter sides. Make sure that they clicked in.
• Push the circle down in the middle – By using your palm, push the circle down and flatten the surface. You’ll be able to see where you put the mattress cot, covering the circle in the middle. After that, you’re done!

Now pat yourself on the back for a task well accomplished!

Err, so how do we get this thing back down again…

How to put down a travel cot

• Pull the circle up in the middle – After removing the mattress cot off the bedding, you’ll see the circle in the middle with a pull cord. Pull it up. Make sure to hold the leg corner sides.
• Unclick buttons on both side s – You’ll see that buttons are placed on both sides, usually on the longer sides of the travel cot. Unclick the buttons and make sure you unclick them on both sides at the same time. To check if you’ve done it correctly if you did it right, it should look sloppy and make a “U” shape.

Note: If you won’t click it properly, the legs won’t meet even if you try to push them together. So, see to it that when you put down and put up the travel cot, move it to the opposite side, it should be at the same time.

We also found the below video super helpful before we came fully accustomed to my own baby travel cot.

So, now that you know how to set up a travel cot, you will save a lot of time, effort and stress if those pesky instructions are like a foreign language to you. In turn, this means good quality sleep for the baby, good quality sleep for you…and a thoroughly enjoyable trip for everyone involved.

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cuppachar · 09/06/2009 19:52

I bought a travel cot on ebay almost a month ago, collected it from seller's house soon after and only got round to trying it out today. Two of the sides don't appear to lock properly. What should I do? I only paid £13 and the seller lives a 20 minute drive away. Is there a time limit for returning it?

well, i can only suggest that you send them an email explaining what you have said here and see what they say. I don't hold out much hope that they will refund it now though.

I can't find anything in the ebay help files about the time limit - do you know what it is?

Is it a lift and click, or a rotate? In either case the base needs to be in the lifted up/not flat position? Just in case that's the problem.

well, i would e-mail them and ask them if they can show you the knack! because, I have a travel cot and we have the exact same problem. only, it isn't broken it's just really, really, really hard to get the sides to lock into place. we've been at it for ages sometimes and then all of a sudden it just goes. am sure there is a trick to it, but like yours this was a second hand one so don't know the trick!

try locking the ends in position first, I have a graco travel cot and the sides won't lock until the ends are locked off first,

It's lift and click, similar to another travel cot we have. I can do one of the short sides and one of the long sides but not the other two. I've tried with the base up and down and can't manage either way. Good idea to email them asking if there's a knack to it though - I'll try that.

Flappybat - thanks for another new idea. Still doesn't work though unfortunately... I've found on the paypal website that you have 45 days to open a dispute so I still have time. Don't fancy doing that really though when I would have to go to the seller's house to return the item - would be embarrassing / awkward / generally not very nice. Hopefully we can agree something via email instead!

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yes, ours is lift and click too. like I say though, it sometimes does take forever to get it to click into place. dp is much better at doing it than me

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I had the same problem with a travel cot that I got from tesco (hauck dream n play) - one of the sides just didnt click into place and no amount of fiddling could get it to work. Luckily for me though I could take it back without feeling wierd. I agree email them and say you're having trouble getting it to work - hopefully the response will go one of two ways - helpful and apologetic and offering a refund, or nasty and unhelpful in which case you tell them you're going to have to raise a dispute.

on the mothercare website, you can search for instruction manuals, they may just have one for your cot?

The instructions are printed on the base of the travel cot. Sounds exactly the same as the way my Mothercare travel cot works so in theory easy....

I've just looked back at the photo on the listing, and one of the long sides does look a bit droopy, although both ends look OK...

good luck with getting in touch with the seller!

I HATE our Mothercare travel cot. It stays at my parents and my Dad and I fell out trying to put it up. Without looking at the instructions I can't remember which way round it is but I think it's the short sides that have to go up before the long ones. The first time I tried to put it up the long one popped into place before I could blink and then we were really stuck. The Hauck one (from Tesco) that I've used is much easier and it doesn't seem to matter about the order of the sides going up. So really what I'm saying is that is is defintitely worth finding out if there is a knack. Hope the seller is understanding.

thanks - this is the kind of thing that puts me off ebay.... I wish now I'd asked them to demo it when I picked it up but I was in a bit of a hurry and they said it was fine.

paypal wll only cover you if you paid using paypal - if it was cash on collection then you have no come back unfortunately

I did use paypal. The more I think about it though the more I think I won't open a paypal dispute as I would feel very unhappy about opening a dispute and then having to go to the person's house and all for the sake of £13. So if I can't resolve it directly with the seller I think I'll just leave negative feedback and then drop it. Anyone want to buy a travel cot? Only used a handful of times, good condition?

I sent a polite email to the seller yesterday and got a reply today saying they did find it difficult to put up too and it takes a bit of patience. He's going to ask his partner if she has any advice on how to do it. I replied again saying maybe I could pop round with it so they can show me... hopefully they might take me up on that, as then if they can't manage either I can just ask for a refund and see what they say (and leave it with them so I'm not left with a travel cot to try to fit in the wheelie bin!) thanks everyone for your advice

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We have owned a dream and play cot for 6 months and used it on 3 occasions for our visiting granddaughter. Despite hours of effort it is only possible to lock 3 of the sides in place. Whilst it might be suggested that there is some sort of "knack" to this, this is not credible since we can release and easily assemble the same three sides very easily. There is clearly a manufacturing fault with the locking mechanism.

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Hauck travel cot? Help!

Anyone got one? We got a pooh bear one and it went up fine but I can't fold it back flat and we need it when we go away next week.

Pleeeeeeeeeeeeease someone tell me they have one and know the trick to fold it down. It goes half way but then doesnt quite collapse.

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sorry honey cant help but bump this back to front page for ya xx

also if no one knows u could always go to a local shop like mothercare and see if they have one and read the instructions lol as im assuming they where threw out??

hiya i broughted one from my sil when i was away a couple months ago and it had winnie the pooh on it so maybe the same one? anyway she told me it was hard to put down and said to pull middle bit up then put down the sides. have u tried this, sorry if no help :S

I have a hauck dream and play travel cot and you pull the tack up that's right in the middle of the bed, then press the buttons that are on the sides. If that makes sense. Then once it is folded the mat that you put in the cot wraps around the cot so it keeps it together and then it fit's in the bag.

I really hope that I didn't confuse you!

The bottom pulls up and then the sides collapse but it then doesnt fold up like its supposed to to fit in its little bag. Thanks for the advice though

make sure the middle bitis pulled together properly before pulling the corners in

I just got a hauk travel cot, the cheap one from tesco & i had trouble collapsing it.  if it is the same design then it for me I couldnt find the button to press which made the longest sides collapse. Finally located it underneath the bar & pushed it in - it then collapsed fine.

If its any thing like the one i had for DD1 the sides collapsed somewhat but not fully you had to press the button again to fully collapse them once partly collapsed?? Hope that makes sense? xxx

Yay! Thanks! Its all collapsed and in its bag xx

I'd have a couple of practices Gem just to make sure ya can do it next time lol. xx

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Broken travel cot or am I being stupid??!!

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This is doing my head in, ladies please help!! We've just got a travel cot from kiddicare (their own) its 1 where u put the sides up & click into place & then push the base down. However....1 of the sides wont lock!! Im pretty sure its something that we're doing wrong as its never been used before, so don't think its broken, anyone else had this???!!! HELP!!X  

I know you have probably already checked but the instructions should be on the mattress how to do it exactly. I didnt know that most travel cots have the instructions on the mattress until my friend told me after I had cut the sides open on mine with a knife after wrestling with it for an hour! I was convinced one of the catches were broken so I cut it open and then threw it out my garden in temper. My mate came around the next day saw it in the garden and asked if I had followed the instructions on the mattress as all cots are different and I was like ooooohh shit! Id never even used it! x  

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• Oct 27, 2012

With mine all 4 sides have to be locked before the base is pushed down.  

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Amber100 said: With mine all 4 sides have to be locked before the base is pushed down. Click to expand...

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Mine is a mothercare one and i eventually realised after many tantrums that it wont go up unless i click the shorter sides into place first then the 2 longer sides all one at a time then push base down. If i triedto click a longer side into place first then there would always be a side left that didnt work x  

Mine is red kite and I have to click the longer sides up and then the shorter ones, sometimes I have to persist and really flick them up untill they click into place and then push the bottom down! I hope you work it out that must be really frustrating, have you looked on you tube? Kiddicare have tutorials for there products on there xx  

You need to Make sure the base is pulled up really high into the centre before clicking the sides into place. It should have a loop on the base pull this really high towards thr cieling and the thing should br all floppy. Hope this helps my mum couldn't get it up one night so had to come home and show her and then I couldnt! After about an Hour we finally got it.  

Yep same advice as everyone else...base needs to be pulled up high, then click all sides into place then push down mattress. Or at least that is how most travel cots work!  

Mammy and Oliver

As pp's have said, make sure all sides are locked in before pushing the base down. I fought with mine for hours and the instructions were extremely unclear before I went online and googled putting up a travel cot!  

Thanks girls, ill give it a try this morn....fingers crossed!!!x  

If you think that's bad - try putting it back DOWN. 2 hours...  

Well thanks for all ur suggestions, but I think its faulty, no matter what I do the 1 side wont play ball, the other 3 sides go up no probs at all, what a pain in the arse!!!x  

• Sep 16, 2016

Hey, if anyone is still having problems with their bed (I'm sure some do), there is a video explaining how it works. See "How to fold a portable travel bed - problems with assemble and disassemble" on youtube. Video ID on youtube: suIrWs25Kaw  

• Feb 13, 2021

I just signed up in frustration. Needed this thing setup quickly as bubs was needing a sleep. I have a dimples portacot. Followed the stupid instructions but sides would never lock. So i broke all the sides...i feel sooo much better now. Who writes these stupid instructions and why design such a convoluted locking system. I wonder if engineer who designed it was ever sleep deprived and wanted their child to sleep so desperately.....ohhh feel so much better now.. thank you for letting me release my steam....  

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Hauck Dream n Play Travel Cot review

Quick and easy to put up, this cot wins in the DIY stakes. But it loses marks for its comfort levels, which we felt should be more for the price. Good for those short on space, it’s easy to transport, too.

The Dream n Play is a basic, easy to assemble cot that's ideal for those with less space as it's narrower than average, plus the longer length means it’s good for taller babies.  It’s light, but also very flimsy, so our testers questioned its quality and comfort which they felt should have been greater for it’s mid range price ticket.

The cot has good carry handles for transporting it. It’s a shame that the mesh sides looked like they’d rip easily, and the mattress material was very noisy, with one tester reporting that it rustled loudly every time their baby moved, keeping them awake.  We think that the Dream n Play is best to use for one-night stays, maybe at the grandparents or for very short trips away. It’s extremely easy to assemble, but very basic, and not the comfiest model on the market.

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Hauck Dream n Play Travel Cot

Weighs 10.9kg

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Sleep N Play Center

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EAN: 4007923600689

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Dimensions Approx: 49.2 x 26.8 x 32.3 inches

Age recommendation: 0 - 36 months

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THE COMFORTABLE TRAVEL AND SPARE BED

The Sleep N Play Center travel cot comes with comprehensive accessories and can be used in four different ways. Your child can comfortably sleep and play, you can easily change your baby’s nappies and transport the folded cot wherever you wish, allowing maximum flexibility right from birth. A foldable base is already included.

Thanks to the elevated new-born level, you can comfortably lay down your baby who can be easily reached during the night. On the included changing table with safety belt, you can change your baby’s nappies and lay down your little one back in the cot. Later on, you can remove the level and the changing table.

During daytime, you can effortlessly relocate the bed thanks to the two integrated wheels and use it as playpen. The side exit on the cot’s end, which can be opened by the outside only, offers your toddler entertainment. Your child can independently crawl out and back in again when wanting to relax.

By pressing the buttons located in the middle of all four sides, the assembly and folding can be done in the blink of an eye. Folded up compactly, you can easily stow away the travel cot and accessories in the included carry bag.

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Hauck Dream'n Play manual

user manual Hauck Dream'n Play

Dream’n Play

Dream’n play mobile, dream`n play plus, dream’n play plus n, dream’n play wheel/go, dream’n play go/nt, dream’n play ntc.

View the manual for the Hauck Dream'n Play here, for free. This manual comes under the category baby cots and has been rated by 7 people with an average of a 9.3. This manual is available in the following languages: English. Do you have a question about the Hauck Dream'n Play or do you need help?  Ask your question here

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What do I need to consider when the baby is still very small and I need the mesh for high storage for the baby?

Hello, the snap mechanism doesn't snap into place when setting up the cot???

The Hauck Dream'n Play is a baby cot with a maximum weight capacity of 15 kilograms. It is not foldable and measures 1250 mm in width, 650 mm in depth and 760 mm in height. The cot weighs 9400 g and can be folded into a size of 760 mm in width, 230 mm in depth, and 240 mm in height. The package measures 230 mm in width, 213 mm in depth, and 780 mm in height. The Hauck Dream'n Play is designed for infants and provides a comfortable sleeping environment with its sturdy construction. The cot is constructed with premium materials, ensuring reliability and durability over time. The cot's non-folding feature may not make it ideal for parents who want to save space while traveling or storing the cot. However, its lightweight materials make it easy to move around when needed. Overall, the Hauck Dream'n Play is a reliable and sturdy option for parents in need of a baby cot. Its simple design and easy-to-use features make it a practical choice for those searching for a no-fuss sleeping solution for their little ones.

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Can't find the answer to your question in the manual? You may find the answer to your question in the FAQs about the Hauck Dream'n Play below.

What is the weight of the Hauck Dream'n Play?

The Hauck Dream'n Play has a weight of 9400 g.

Which baby cot is suitable for a newborn baby?

Most importantly, the baby should be able to lie flat. This helps it to breathe easily and supports the development of the lungs.

What is the height of the Hauck Dream'n Play?

The Hauck Dream'n Play has a height of 760 mm.

What is the width of the Hauck Dream'n Play?

The Hauck Dream'n Play has a width of 1250 mm.

What is the depth of the Hauck Dream'n Play?

The Hauck Dream'n Play has a depth of 650 mm.

How do I assemble the Hauck Dream'n Play baby cot correctly?

Start by placing the basic frame on a flat surface. Then, attach the side rails by sliding them into the designated slots until they click into place. Finally, secure the mattress platform by placing it on top of the frame.

What is the maximum weight limit for the Hauck Dream'n Play baby cot?

The Hauck Dream'n Play baby cot has a maximum weight limit of {15} kilograms. It is important not to exceed this limit for the safety and well-being of your child.

How can I fold and unfold the Hauck Dream'n Play baby cot properly?

To fold the cot, remove the mattress, lift the centre of the mattress platform, and press the folding buttons on the sides simultaneously. Once folded, secure the cot with the provided straps for easy storage or transportation. To unfold it, release the straps, lift the centre of the mattress platform, and ensure it locks into place securely.

Can I adjust the height of the Hauck Dream'n Play baby cot?

No, the Hauck Dream'n Play baby cot does not have an adjustable height feature. The mattress platform is fixed at a standard height for your child's safety and comfort.

How can I clean the Hauck Dream'n Play baby cot?

Start by removing any bedding or accessories. Wipe the metal frame with a damp cloth using mild soap, ensuring it is thoroughly dried. For the fabric parts, you can gently hand wash or spot clean using a mild detergent. Ensure all parts are completely dry before reassembling the cot. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners to prevent damage.

Is the Hauck Dream'n Play collapsible?

No, the Hauck Dream'n Play is not collapsible.

What is the folded height of the Hauck Dream'n Play?

The folded height of the Hauck Dream'n Play is 240mm.

What is the package height of the Hauck Dream'n Play?

The height of the package of the Hauck Dream'n Play is 780 mm.

Is the manual of the Hauck Dream'n Play available in English?

Yes, the manual of the Hauck Dream'n Play is available in English .

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Description

Fantastic for holidays or a visit to grandma and grandpa’s, the Hauck Sleep n Play Center is perfectly equipped with everything you may need for your trip away. The practical changing station with its raised edge can be fixed to the top of the travel cot and when not needed can be simply hung on the side. The raised bassinet is provided to safely accommodate newborns and helps to prevent back strain by not having to constantly bend low to pick up baby from the base. The Sleep’n Play can also be used as a playpen. With the mesh sides you will always be able to keep an eye on baby and if you need to relocate the unit, the handy wheels allow for easy transportation. The travel cot is easily built up and folded down in just a few simple steps and for trips away, the bed can be pulled behind you like a suitcase.

Category: Cots EAN: 4007923600535

Travel Cot: 125cm x 68.5cm x 82 cm Mattress: 60 x 120 cm Weight: 8.5kg

Colour: Multicolour Black Suitable from birth to 15kg Raised bassinet suitable from birth - 9kg Practical removable changing station from birth - 9kg Simple to set up and pack away Compact folding Side exit Carry bag included Sturdy feet with wheels Ideal for home or for travelling 100% nylon washable mattress included Mesh sides for visibility

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