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Graco - Pack 'n Play Rock 'n Grow Playard - Orson
Average customer rating
4.5
(64 Reviews)
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Customer Reviews for Graco - Pack 'n Play Rock 'n Grow Playard - Orson
Customer Rating
5
Practical and Versatile
on May 9, 2020
Posted by: ALM2137
from Woodbine, NJ
The play yard is very versatile and has an attractive print and design. I love the puppies and stripes! It makes for a nice design for my children.
The side storage area is spacious and can accommodate a fair amount of diapers. I was able to fit diapers, wipes, ointment, a spare bassinet sheet and changing mat in the storage area. The changing table can be wiped down in the event of a messy diaper.
I have been able to use this play yard for 2 of my children. My youngest who is 8 weeks old uses all components of the play yard for napping, diaper changes and lounging. My 3 year old loves to sit in the “doggy seat”. We use the play yard in my bedroom as a convenient changing and napping area.
The seat is my favorite feature of the play yard. I use it as a portable and safe place to sit my 8 week old son as I complete tasks around the house. My 3 year old likes to lounge in it with a book, tablet or to watch tv. I like that the seat can recline to different positions to accommodate my boys at different stages. The stabilizing feature is nice when you don’t want it to rock. The seat comes in and out of the play yard easily with just a press of a button. There are designated markings on the play yard to lock both the seat and changing table in.
This play yard will be useful as my youngest baby grows. The versatility of the child seat and main play yard area will allow for many years of use. I received this play yard from the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
The side storage area is spacious and can accommodate a fair amount of diapers. I was able to fit diapers, wipes, ointment, a spare bassinet sheet and changing mat in the storage area. The changing table can be wiped down in the event of a messy diaper.
I have been able to use this play yard for 2 of my children. My youngest who is 8 weeks old uses all components of the play yard for napping, diaper changes and lounging. My 3 year old loves to sit in the “doggy seat”. We use the play yard in my bedroom as a convenient changing and napping area.
The seat is my favorite feature of the play yard. I use it as a portable and safe place to sit my 8 week old son as I complete tasks around the house. My 3 year old likes to lounge in it with a book, tablet or to watch tv. I like that the seat can recline to different positions to accommodate my boys at different stages. The stabilizing feature is nice when you don’t want it to rock. The seat comes in and out of the play yard easily with just a press of a button. There are designated markings on the play yard to lock both the seat and changing table in.
This play yard will be useful as my youngest baby grows. The versatility of the child seat and main play yard area will allow for many years of use. I received this play yard from the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gracobaby.com
Customer Rating
5
This thing does it all!
on May 9, 2020
Posted by: wagsette
from Bismarck, ND
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm primarily a stay at home mom of a toddler and a newborn, but I also teach a couple of classes at the community college in our town. The Pack 'n Play Rock 'n Grow Playard has solved so many logistical issues for me. First, we have two bedrooms on the main floor of our house, so to avoid waking my toddler and my husband during the night, I camp out in our living room to feed and change and soothe our newborn. This playard provides a place for me to change the newborn and a safe place to set him while I wash my hands. Second, I have had to spend a bit of time at the computer responding to work emails and trainings even though I'm not teaching this semester. The playard also gives my newborn a safe place to sleep nearby in the bassinet configuration. I really like its elevation while I'm still so newly postpartum so that I don't have to bend over so far to pick our baby back up. When we all return to being able to travel, I definitely look forward to being able to use the playard as a sleep space for the baby, hopefully before he's a toddler! My only complaint is that I did struggle to get all of the parts together, but when I asked my husband to do it, he said it was pretty easy, all of his own volition. My toddler was excited that the seat converted to fit him as well, and I love the neutral, classy colors! Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this playard.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gracobaby.com
Customer Rating
4
Worth it for the rocker alone!
on May 9, 2020
Posted by: Jalthouse123
from Huntsville, AL
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My husband and I were desperately searching for a cheap bouncer when I got the email from Stellar Product Testing Panel that they were sending me this item to try out and review! With my first child we had a different Graco pack N play. She never slept (had nothing to do with the product) and it didn’t have really any “extras,” so we got rid of it and didn’t plan on getting another one. Let me tell you, my mind has been changed. We use this whole thing in our bedroom as a bassinet and of course when we are traveling.
Pros:
- The infant rocker/sleeper has this cozy soft (fleece lined?) insert.
- Changing mat area has nice easy to clean surface
- Both attachments click into place and are super easy to both attach and detach. You can put them on the playard in any configuration you want.
- Extra side storage holds everything we need
- Bassinet level for when baby outgrows the infant rocker allows for you to keep baby in your room for longer. Bassinet level has 4 brackets you slide into the corners. Much easier to assemble than my previous model.
- Your typical playard, 4 mesh walls.
- I could write a whole review on the rocker alone. You can move baby while using the rocker to the bassinet without having to transfer baby. It’s great while he’s awake and needs to be a little more vertical, but if he falls asleep you can lay him flat without disturbing him. I can also move him out of the bedroom in the morning and set him up wherever I’m going to be. I love the fact that my older child can sit in the chair. I don’t have to worry about big sister breaking his seat and she likes being able to share some of his new stuff too. A little leg can fold out to keep the rocker stationary if you prefer. It’s very light and easy to carry anywhere. We take it outside, it has a sunshade that covers about half the seat.
Cons:
- As with most playards, it’s too wide to move through doorways without dissembling.
- It doesn’t sit on the floor, it has legs therefore it’s a little shaky. It is solid and sturdy, but the shakeability may startle baby if you ever slightly bump it.
- Ive seen other playards with zipper sides. I wish this had a zipper, if only to be able to store things in the otherwise empty playard. When you have everything (the infant sleeper and changing pad) set up the bottom is completely wasted space. Space which is precious while traveling.
- The only part of this that “packs” is the playard. The hard mattress surface wraps around the collapsed playard and serves as the pack. It is open on both ends, so until you put it in the bag it can fall out. The changer mat and infant rocker don’t have any neat way to be stored or travel so it takes up quite a bit of room to get it all in the car. I wish it at least came with an accessory bag to hold it all in.
Overall this has good quality material. Is easy enough to put together and take apart. All the pieces make it a little cumbersome when traveling. The flexibility of the rocker is worth its weight in gold (and more, because it’s so light). I wish I could try all product before I bought the but hopefully this review has been helpful.
Pros:
- The infant rocker/sleeper has this cozy soft (fleece lined?) insert.
- Changing mat area has nice easy to clean surface
- Both attachments click into place and are super easy to both attach and detach. You can put them on the playard in any configuration you want.
- Extra side storage holds everything we need
- Bassinet level for when baby outgrows the infant rocker allows for you to keep baby in your room for longer. Bassinet level has 4 brackets you slide into the corners. Much easier to assemble than my previous model.
- Your typical playard, 4 mesh walls.
- I could write a whole review on the rocker alone. You can move baby while using the rocker to the bassinet without having to transfer baby. It’s great while he’s awake and needs to be a little more vertical, but if he falls asleep you can lay him flat without disturbing him. I can also move him out of the bedroom in the morning and set him up wherever I’m going to be. I love the fact that my older child can sit in the chair. I don’t have to worry about big sister breaking his seat and she likes being able to share some of his new stuff too. A little leg can fold out to keep the rocker stationary if you prefer. It’s very light and easy to carry anywhere. We take it outside, it has a sunshade that covers about half the seat.
Cons:
- As with most playards, it’s too wide to move through doorways without dissembling.
- It doesn’t sit on the floor, it has legs therefore it’s a little shaky. It is solid and sturdy, but the shakeability may startle baby if you ever slightly bump it.
- Ive seen other playards with zipper sides. I wish this had a zipper, if only to be able to store things in the otherwise empty playard. When you have everything (the infant sleeper and changing pad) set up the bottom is completely wasted space. Space which is precious while traveling.
- The only part of this that “packs” is the playard. The hard mattress surface wraps around the collapsed playard and serves as the pack. It is open on both ends, so until you put it in the bag it can fall out. The changer mat and infant rocker don’t have any neat way to be stored or travel so it takes up quite a bit of room to get it all in the car. I wish it at least came with an accessory bag to hold it all in.
Overall this has good quality material. Is easy enough to put together and take apart. All the pieces make it a little cumbersome when traveling. The flexibility of the rocker is worth its weight in gold (and more, because it’s so light). I wish I could try all product before I bought the but hopefully this review has been helpful.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gracobaby.com
Customer Rating
4
Great compact play yard
on May 9, 2020
Posted by: Mommytoaom
from New York, NY
The Graco Pack n Play is compact for a small apartment or for a small space. You do have to have access all around the play yard if you don’t have a large arm span. The reason is that the changing table and portable seat has to be removed to have baby in the bassinet so you will have to take them on and off when putting everything away or even when changing baby. I really enjoyed having the diaper caddy hooked to the side which helped not having to go searching for it, when changing baby. The bassinet part is nice and deep. As previously mentioned, the pack n play also comes with a changing “table” and a portable seat. The changing table is a must because of how deep the bassinet is. My husband was so happy about it, that he said he looked forward to changing the baby at a more comfortable height. Another favorite of ours is the portable seat. It starts off flat but it has changing heights which “grows” with baby. My baby was serious at first but quickly went to sleep as soon as we started rocking her on the floor. It rises enough where I can see her in the future sitting in it and reading a book. It’s definitely something that will be around for a while and not have to be put away after 6 months or so. Ultimately, the Graco's Rock ‘N’ Grow is an amazing play yard. The accessories that it comes with makes it a multi-tasker. You will definitely get many uses out of it and for at least a year if not more. The portable seat alone is awesome. I was given this product to test as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel, in exchange for my honest review.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gracobaby.com
Customer Rating
4
Amazing multipurpose baby product
on May 10, 2020
Posted by: Steph24
from Detroit, MI
If you are looking for a single baby product to serve as many functions as possible and to help to simply life when caring for your child, look no further! This has easily become one of our most used baby products for both my infant and toddler. I was initially a little surprised by all the pieces in the box, but it came together quickly. The playard itself folds relatively small and comes with the carrying case making it easy to take on the go; the set up was somewhat cumbersome and I fumbled at first, but once you get the hang of it, its relatively easy. The bassinet attachment is great and puts little ones at an easier reach.
The extras, however, are our favorite parts. The diaper changing area and organizer attachment are extremely convenient and we use it for both my infant and toddler. Also the seat/rocker is loved by both children. The only downfall I have with this product is that given all the pieces I really see it working best as a more a permanent fixture than a portable piece. I wouldn’t travel with more than the basic playard as even bringing the bassinet attachment makes it very cumbersome to carry and as mentioned above assembly takes some getting used to. But if looking for something to use in your home or more singular location this is great and I would highly recommend.
I was given this playard to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gracobaby.com
Customer Rating
5
One-Stop Baby Station
on May 10, 2020
Posted by: HK09
from Michigan
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We received this playard with baby #4 so are no strangers to baby gear at this point. Overall I can say this is one of the most versatile baby gear items I've ever used. It is truly a one-stop baby station that can provide years of use in numerous capacities. For reference, our little guy was just 6 lbs, 8 oz at birth and we started using this setup when he was 3 weeks old so still very small. Our next youngest is coming up on 3 years old.
Assembly took me about 30 minutes to do by myself which included attaching the changing station and removable seat. I found the directions to be slightly vague which made a couple of parts a bit confusing- adding the net for the bassinet being one, it was actually super easy once I figured it out as the corner locks just needed to be slid down more. The other part was locking the portable seat onto the top, there isn't exactly a guide that the latches clearly slide into, you just sort of visually line the latches up to the locks on the playard. The first time putting it on was a bit tricky because of that but after practicing a couple of times it was fine. Once I had it all figured out and had practiced putting the extra attachments in and out a couple of times and setting the whole thing up and taking it down once or twice I was very impressed with how easily and quickly I could pop it up for use and take it down if it needed to be out of the way.
The playard itself works just like any standard pack 'n play- folds up super quickly and easily and can be taken anywhere in the included carrying bag. It does feel slightly heavy to me to carry it all folded up but I gave birth less than a month ago so most stuff does right now.
The bassinet part is just a net that slides into guides in each corner and has rods to brace it open then the pad from the pack 'n play goes into that. It was way easier to put that all together than I expected and the net for the bassinet easily fits into the carrying bag so you can take the whole bassinet setup for travel or overnights without hauling any extra pieces separately.
The changing station is a convenient height for me at 5'5" and I love the diaper changing caddy that attaches to the side. I found it a bit odd that a standard hard wipes case didn't exactly fit in the compartments of the caddy but not a real issue.
The removable seat is my favorite feature right now! We've used it in the pack 'n play which our little guy loved, it seems to lay at just the right incline to make him feel safe and cozy. I love that I can actually carry it from one room to another with baby in it, which most portable seats don't allow. We use it as a vibrating seat for baby while I'm busy and my toddler loves that he can use it when his little brother isn't. I love that I don't have to add or remove parts for it to transition from baby to toddler either- just pinch the recline adjustment levers on the side to sit it up or lay it back depending on which kiddo is enjoying it! We use this seat all around home and have even thrown it in the car to take it out for a picnic.
At a higher price range for a pack 'n play for me I found the value to really show. This one purchase provides a baby bassinet, changing station, portable crib, playard for travel or outdoors, vibrating rocker for baby and after all that it keeps working for you for multiple years and/or kiddos.
Thanks so much to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this playard in exchange for my honest review!
Assembly took me about 30 minutes to do by myself which included attaching the changing station and removable seat. I found the directions to be slightly vague which made a couple of parts a bit confusing- adding the net for the bassinet being one, it was actually super easy once I figured it out as the corner locks just needed to be slid down more. The other part was locking the portable seat onto the top, there isn't exactly a guide that the latches clearly slide into, you just sort of visually line the latches up to the locks on the playard. The first time putting it on was a bit tricky because of that but after practicing a couple of times it was fine. Once I had it all figured out and had practiced putting the extra attachments in and out a couple of times and setting the whole thing up and taking it down once or twice I was very impressed with how easily and quickly I could pop it up for use and take it down if it needed to be out of the way.
The playard itself works just like any standard pack 'n play- folds up super quickly and easily and can be taken anywhere in the included carrying bag. It does feel slightly heavy to me to carry it all folded up but I gave birth less than a month ago so most stuff does right now.
The bassinet part is just a net that slides into guides in each corner and has rods to brace it open then the pad from the pack 'n play goes into that. It was way easier to put that all together than I expected and the net for the bassinet easily fits into the carrying bag so you can take the whole bassinet setup for travel or overnights without hauling any extra pieces separately.
The changing station is a convenient height for me at 5'5" and I love the diaper changing caddy that attaches to the side. I found it a bit odd that a standard hard wipes case didn't exactly fit in the compartments of the caddy but not a real issue.
The removable seat is my favorite feature right now! We've used it in the pack 'n play which our little guy loved, it seems to lay at just the right incline to make him feel safe and cozy. I love that I can actually carry it from one room to another with baby in it, which most portable seats don't allow. We use it as a vibrating seat for baby while I'm busy and my toddler loves that he can use it when his little brother isn't. I love that I don't have to add or remove parts for it to transition from baby to toddler either- just pinch the recline adjustment levers on the side to sit it up or lay it back depending on which kiddo is enjoying it! We use this seat all around home and have even thrown it in the car to take it out for a picnic.
At a higher price range for a pack 'n play for me I found the value to really show. This one purchase provides a baby bassinet, changing station, portable crib, playard for travel or outdoors, vibrating rocker for baby and after all that it keeps working for you for multiple years and/or kiddos.
Thanks so much to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this playard in exchange for my honest review!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gracobaby.com
Customer Rating
5
Best playard
on May 10, 2020
Posted by: scplumb
from Oklahoma
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the best play yard I’ve used. Disclaimer, I received this as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. That being said, I love this pack ‘n’ play! The detachable seat is really easy to get on and off the playard and is so, so easy to adjust. The diaper changer is covered in a wipeable material and the attached diaper/wipe/etc holder is so handy. Right now, I am using it as a bassinet/changing table in our living room and I see this going on many trips with us in the future.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gracobaby.com
Customer Rating
5
Use multiple times a day!
on May 10, 2020
Posted by: AimeeT
from Sherwood, Oregon
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We use this product multiple times a day and it is the goto for quick diaper changes or nap time. My favorite feature is the seat that can sit in the Pack 'n Play or as we most often do as a portable seat for baby to sit in. I really love that the seat grows with child and can be used for years to come! The seat even has a high and low vibrating setting that our little one really loves especially when he is fussy.
I revieced this product from the Stellar Product Testing Panel to review.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gracobaby.com