I am expecting another baby at the end of December, so I am working on collecting all the necessary baby gear.  In the past, we have used a crib and a pack 'n play for our newborns to sleep in, and have considered using a bassinet.  This time around, I am so excited to try out a Moses basket, and I think they would make a great gift for any expectant mother.

Moses baskets are like bassinets, without all the trappings and legs.  A Moses basket is simply that - a basket.  It has handles, and sometimes a hood, which is great for holding up a receiving blanket to block out the light. 

The best thing about a Moses basket is that it is completely portable.  If you have ever had a newborn, you know how scary it is in that first little bit, always checking them to see if they are breathing and worrying about them suddenly figuring out how to roll while you aren't there to make sure they are safe.  A Moses basket is the perfect solution.  You can take it with you to any room, and it provides a safe environment for your newborn baby to sleep in just about anywhere in the house.

There is no high stand to create a high center of gravity, and the bottom is completely flat.  You can set it on the floor, on the bed, or on the desk next to you while you write blog posts!  My mother in law is getting me a Moses basket for this baby, and I am so excited I can't wait!  Have you used a Moses basket before? Did you prefer it to a traditional baby bed?