Creating a safe haven: 8 baby playpens for little wanderers
Safe spaces, happy faces.
As a parent, sometimes it’s important to take a moment to yourself while keeping a watchful eye on your little one.
Because we all know babies can be sneaky and fast – and keeping up with their endless energy can be quite the challenge for many parents. Fortunately, the solution comes in the form of playpens.
These versatile and secure spaces provide a designated area for your baby or toddler to play and explore, offering both peace of mind and a chance to recharge.
Are playpens a good idea for babies?
These enclosed play areas are popular for one major reason: once babies are placed inside, they shouldn’t be able to wander off.
But, it’s important to remember that playpens are no substitute for adult supervision. You should never leave a child unattended in a playpen, and you should always research each option to ensure it’s right for you and your child.
The best baby playpens in Australia
Foldable baby playpen with 16 panels, $184.95 (down from $247.95), Keezi
The Keezi foldable playpen is made from quality HDPE material that’s child-safe, non-toxic and easy to clean.
It features a flexible 16-panel arrangement with no sharp edges and a safe 63cm height to prevent your child from crawling out.
Portable kids’ playpen, $123.95, Baby Joy
Baby Joy’s playpen is constructed from a durable steel frame, waterproof Oxford cloth cover and is filled with thick sponge to help protect bub from accidental bumps.
The non-slip suction cups also help secure the pen from moving and tipping.
16+2 panels foldable baby playpen, $135.99 (down from $209.99), Advwin
This gorgeous, colourful playpen encourages your baby’s sensory play and helps with early development.
Royale 3-in-1 converta play-pen gate, $180, Dreambaby
Versatile and secure, this enclosure can be used in so many different ways.
The six easy-to-adjust panels are fantastic, as they can suit any type of home layout and can be placed in any area or room around the home.
Continental 6 sided play yard, $239, Vee Bee
Perfect for any active baby, the VeeBee play yard will keep your baby contained and entertained, offering you complete peace of mind!
It’s easy to assemble and the soft-sided panels are safe and comfortable for children.
Large playpen for baby and toddlers, $94.99, VTERLY
This quality-built, large play space has plenty of room for toys, children, or babies, and ample space to move around.
Added bonus? It comes with a storage bag to keep your pen neat and tidy.
Interactive 20-sided baby playpen, $189 (down from $349.99), Bubbli Baby
This easy-to-assemble (no tools required!) sanctuary is perfect for early development and exploration.
It has an interactive game panel with sound effects that encourages sensory play and helps with early development.
Light grey large playpen, $239, Babyhood
The Babyhood large playpen boasts a stylish, rectangular design that easily fits and complements any space.
It has breathable mesh sides for optimal airflow and clear visibility, along with reliable suction caps for secure placement on hard surfaces, and convenient peek-a-boo zip access.
