How 21 Parents Feel About Their Play Yards
They helped CR evaluate play yards—also called pack 'n plays—from BabyBjörn, Graco, and Guava
Play yards can make the life of a new parent quite a bit easier. You can use one as a day-to-day crib; as a place to stash the baby while you get other work done; or as a handy travel accessory. Also called pack and plays, pack ’n plays, or playpens, they’re a good way to keep your baby safe and contained at home or when traveling, whether you’re taking a vacation, driving to Grandma’s house, or merely shuttling between the nursery and the living room while you’re doing chores or taking a much-needed shower.
For parents or caregivers with a smaller home, a play yard can serve as your baby’s crib because they’re easy to move and pack away at a moment’s notice.