Must-have 2 of 5
A Safe Place to Sleep
Apparently she can't sleep in a laundry basket I thought was charming, and I'm fine being told that.
What it costs in Australia
A basic bassinet is about $179, bedside sleepers about $329 to $399, and cots about $459 to $769 at Baby Bunting.
- Basic bassinet, e.g. Jengo Bassinet $179 Have a look →
- Bedside sleepers about $329 to $399 Have a look →
- Cots about $459 to $769 Have a look →
Prices checked 13 November 2026, mostly at Baby Bunting. Prices change, sales come and go, so check the retailer before you buy.
The serious bit: safe sleep
No jokes in this section. This is straight from the official advice, and Red Nose is the place to read it properly.
- Put her on her back to sleep, from birth.
- Keep her head and face uncovered.
- Keep her in a smoke-free environment, before and after birth.
- Use a safe sleeping environment, night and day: a safe cot, a safe mattress and safe bedding.
- Sleep her in her own safe sleep space in the same room as an adult caregiver for the first six to twelve months.
- Breastfeed if you can.
Red Nose also explains what "safe mattress and bedding" actually means. Read it before you buy anything soft and cute to go in the cot.
Official sources: Red Nose: safe sleep