Gaia Baby Hera Junior Bed Extension With Mattress Extension
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Gaia Baby Hera Junior Bed Extension With Mattress Extension

The BubsNest Verdict

This complete nursery set offers timeless design and converts to grow with your child, delivering solid value despite the upfront cost, though quality control issues and assembly challenges pop up in some reviews. Perfect for parents furnishing an entire nursery who want a coordinated look and long-term functionality, but skip it if you're handy at assembling furniture yourself or worried about potential defects.

⚠️Assembly is reportedly complex and time-consuming, so budget several hours or consider paying for professional assembly service.

BubsNest expert analysis of 4 parenting forum discussions

ColoursScandi White

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What parents say

BubsNest expert analysis of 4 parenting forum discussions

“Praised for style and versatility, but safety concerns over choking hazards”

5.8

Mixed

The Gaia Hera nursery furniture set has a polarised reputation. Many parents praise its stylish design and versatile features, like the adjustable crib that can convert to a toddler bed. However, extensive safety testing by Which? uncovered several concerning issues, including choking hazards from removable plastic parts and risks of entrapment or suffocation. Gaia has since released a modification kit to address these problems, but some parents remain wary. Overall, the Hera seems to work well for some families, but has notable limitations that make it unsuitable for others.

What parents love

Stylish designParents highlight the Hera's modern, Scandi-inspired aesthetic that complements many nursery decors.
Versatile cribThe crib can convert to a toddler bed, extending its usable lifespan as your child grows.
Compact footprintThe space-saving design is praised by parents in smaller homes or flats.

Worth knowing

Safety issuesExtensive testing by Which? found choking hazards from removable plastic parts, as well as entrapment and suffocation risks from the drop-side design.
Mattress qualitySome parents report issues with the mattress, including shrinkage after washing and gaps forming between it and the crib.
Bulk and weightA few parents struggled with the Hera's overall size and weight, especially when trying to move or transport it.

Best for

  • Families with larger nurseries or bedrooms
  • Parents seeking a stylish, modern nursery aesthetic

May not suit

  • Homes with limited space or narrow hallways
  • Parents concerned about safety hazards for young babies

Tips from parents

Safety Note

Check if your Hera crib has the modification kit installed to address the safety issues identified by Which?

Getting the Most Out of It

Consider using the crib's adjustable base to raise your baby's head if they suffer from reflux

Shopping Tip

Factor in the Hera's substantial size and weight when planning your nursery layout and delivery

Product details

The Gaia Baby Hera Junior Bed Extension allows you to extend your Gaia Baby Hera First Bed into a Junior Bed for children up to 10 years old.
  • Made from sustainably sourced Ash wood
  • Certified to the highest global safety standards
  • Includes a mattress extension for the larger bed size
  • Designed with soft contours and smooth lines
  • Requires a Gaia Baby Hera Cot Bed and Hera Cot Bed Mattress (sold separately)

Specifications & features

Key features

  • Extends the bed from 124cm to 164cm
  • Convert your Hera cot to a Junior bed for children up to 7 years
  • Beautifully contoured ergonomic design means no sharp edges and corners
  • Sleep surface is close to the ground so safe and secure for younger children

  • More sustainable

    Reuse parts and components from your cot to extend use up to 7 years

  • Made from sustainably sourced Ash wood, ethically manufactured and 100% recyclable
  • Robust and strong to withstand rest & play. Tested to the highest standards and fully certified to BS8509 (child
  • Eco-wood constructon. VOC and formaldehyde free with all paints and varnishes baby-safe and certified to global safety standards

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