EDITOR’S NOTE
The Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard has been discontinued by Graco and is no longer available. We recommend the Graco Pack ‘n Play Close2Baby Bassinet Playard as a great alternative, and that suggestion still stands. It has the removable bassinet, changing pad attachment, and ease of use that the Anywhere Dreamer had, all with an updated design.
The Close to Baby is a good alternative to the discontinued Anywhere Dreamer
If you’re already familiar with the Graco Playard collection, you’ll know it as a line of ultra-portable and convertible suites’ for babies. This very innovative baby gear often combines a crib, changing station and entertainment center into one compact and portable package.
The all-new Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard is now available for eager parents and caregivers. The good news is that this new addition to the Pack ‘n’ Play line offers all the features and style of the other Pack ‘n’ Play models at a budget-friendly price. This playard is a wonderful choice that won’t break your budget without comprising quality.
Portability and Performance
Though every product from across the Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Playard collection has its own unique points of appeal, the primary focus remains the same: usability, portability and style. The Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard meets all those expectations and more.
One exciting feature of the Anywhere Dreamer is the multipurpose, removable bassinet. This feature allows parents to have a removable, separate area for your baby. The bassinet insert can be attached to the playard for an elevated sleeping space or removed to allow baby to sleep securely on the floor. Additionally, the removable bassinet transitions to a play mat that can be used to entertain your baby with an attachable mobile or as a tummy time space.
Like most playards currently available on the market, the Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard has a baby changing station and dedicated storage space. The changing station includes a washable liner for easy clean up. Also, the storage area is attached to the playard to conveniently hold diaper changing supplies and keep you organized.
Essential for Home and Travel
Playards are essential for both home and travel. When my children were newborns, I found their Graco playard to be a helpful tool. The bassinet is the perfect space for baby to nap or sleep near the bedside for convenient nighttime feeding and changing. During the daytime, my Graco playard gave me a safe, elevated space to put my babies. Especially when my second child arrived and I needed a spot to lay her where my toddler couldn’t interfere but could still visit with the baby through the mesh siding, the Graco playard was a lifesaver.
For travel, the Graco playards are perfect. The ease to set up and take down are key for traveling with a young family. The playard offers a place for infants and toddlers to sleep while away from home. Also, the portable diaper changer gives you a safe, clean place to change your baby. Our family hauled our Graco playard all over the country. In fact, it’s the one baby item we kept. We still use it for visiting friends and family. A Graco playard is a good investment, and the Anywhere Dreamer model offers wonderful features that provide function, fun and comfort.
If I was purchasing a playard today, I would select the Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard. It offers all the function and quality of the higher end models at a reasonable price.
The Graco Anywhere Dreamer Playard Features
Now that the much-anticipated Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard is available, parents have another great option to select the playard perfect for your family and budget. The Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard features include:
- top mounted changing tables so that you have everything you need for nap time and changing time in one place
- portable, removable bassinet so that you can put baby next to you
- bassinet transitions to a play mat with attachable mobile
- built-in storage bins and cubby holes for organizing all the baby essentials
- convenient mechanisms for folding and unfolding
- easy to use carrier bags and handles to pack up and transport
- designed to transition from newborn to toddler
- wheels for easy movability
Alternative Playard Models
If the Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard doesn’t match your needs, there are other top-quality options available. We know that a portable playard adds value to parents as a great travel option, alternative to a traditional crib and changing station, or simply to offer an additional space in your home to care for your baby. Regardless of your budget, space and style preferences, the perfect playard is available for you.
Graco Pack ‘n Play Close2Baby Bassinet Playard
The Graco Pack ‘n Play Close2Baby Playard is very similar to the Anywhere Dreamer and continues to be highly popular among buyers.
It is a top-quality playard with a variety of features including portability, a changing station, a crib, and a removable bassinet. This removable bassinet is perfect for baby to sleep close by your bed or has the option to be removed and placed wherever you want.
Graco Pack ‘n Play On the Go Playard
The innovative Graco Pack ‘n Play On the Go gives parents a more affordable, packable playard without the bells and whistles of the fancier models.
The On the Go is smaller than traditional playards and features two height levels and a removable bassinet. This is a great option for travel or as an alternative to a traditional bassinet. For families in small spaces the On the Go is also a great choice.
Graco Pack ‘n Play Travel Dome LX
The Graco Pack ‘N Play Travel Dome LX is another alternative to the Graco Anywhere Dreamer Playard.
The Travel Dome LX includes both a portable bassinet that is small with low sides and a full size bassinet with a UV blocking canopy and baby mobile. The bassinet has mesh sides for breathability and viewability.
The Pack ‘n Play itself is pretty standard and includes the typical firm, folding mattress of other Graco playards.
Each of these portable playards have earned the approval and recommendation of experts and everyday buyers alike. While we are excited about the newly released Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard, the other Graco models offer a great alternative.
Recommendation
The Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard is a wonderful addition to the Graco Pack ‘n’ Play line. We highly recommend this new model for your consideration when shopping for a playard for its solid features, functionality and style. The Graco Anywhere Dreamer Playard matches the standards of other Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Playards. Consider alternative models to determine which Graco playard is the best option to meet your needs.
As a parent, I do believe that having a portable playard is priceless. Regardless of the model you choose, you will find value in having a portable playard and the Graco brand is the standard in dependability and quality. Plan to use this product for travel, a bedside sleep option or alternative play area. A Graco playard is essential for your baby wishlist or registry. If you’re shopping for a playard, be sure to check out the new Graco Pack ‘n’ Play Anywhere Dreamer Playard.
