The raised edges of the cuddle nest help provide your newborn with a cozy, familiar environment. It’s suitable for your newborn baby and until he or she is around 6 months old. You can use the Cuddle Nest as a reducer in the crib, pram, or cot in the first months, and as a safe place to play on the floor or in the playpen. The Cuddle Nest has a soft mattress so your baby will have great comfort no matter where you place the nest. The mattress is removable and the base is made of a waterproof and breathable fabric. Please note that the Cuddle Nest is not intended for carrying your child or for use in an adult bed.