How to Buy: Moses Basket Review

Moses Basket
A Moses Basket is the most charming first bed for your newborn baby.

• Make sure the Moses Basket has tightly woven material - no loose pieces of rattan.


• Make sure the basket does not have any odor or mildew that may naturally since Moses baskets are woven of natural materials.


• Ensure the handles are tightly woven and secured to the basket. You should never carry your baby in the Moses basket, the basket should still have sturdy handles.


• The Moses basket should have a one piece liner ( with or without paded sides) to protect the infant from the Moses basket material. The liner should tie or attach securely in multiple places so it does not sag.


• The mattress pad should be 1 inch thick no more and fits the basket exactly.


• If the basket has a hood, it should adhere to the basket securely or be integrated into the base of the Moses basket. It should not interfere with you safely placing and removing the bay from the basket.

Burlington Basket manufactures some of the finest wicker bassinets, hampers, willow
baskets and Moses Baskets in the world.



Burlington Basket Moses Baskets are sturdy woven rattan with convenient carry handles. the head of the basket features a gentle curve. The baskets measure 31" x 18 1/4" x 8" dimensions providing an extra large secure sleeping area for infants. The bedding is washable, padded fabric sides for extra comfort and convenience. The bedding has a simple quilted design with ruffled edges. The price for this wonderful basket is $36.95-$44.95.

Hooded Moses Basket
Badger Basket has equally nice Moses baskets that also have a removeable woven rattan hood. Badger Basket Moses Hooded Moses Basket are available in Natural and Honey finishes with a wide selection of fabrics. The price range is $39.95-$59-95.

Badger Basket Sage, Pink or Blue Moses Baskets


Tadpole Basics Moses Basket are manufactured by Sleeping Partners. They are woven sea grass Moses baskets with luxurious bedding. The Tadpole Basic bedding ranges from soft cable-knit bumper and pad to elegant toile and prints with reversible bumper, microfleece trim, mattress with removable gingham cover, coordinating microfleece blanket with gingham trim and pillow (decorative only; not for use with baby).



Other Moses Basket start to run in the over $100 price range. This price range feauture more elegant bedding, but usually the same basic woven rattan, sea grass or palm leaf basket.

Organic baby Moses baskets are made with untreated maize (corn husks)or palm and feature oragnic cotton flannel bedding.

When Baby outgrows the Moses basket, you can use it as a place for storing stuffed animals or linens, or as a bed for dolls or pets.

Moses Basket Stand

Your Moses Basket can double as a rocking cradle or bassinet with the use of a sturdy Moses Basket Stand. The basket sits securely in the stand, and allows you to sit beside it, place it bedside, so you can gently rock your child.



Moses Basket