We used the bassinet feature with both of our girls the first few months as a crib. We still don't have a crib for DD2. We also used it as travel crib for DD1 when we visited friends and relatives. We got ours as a gift off of our registry and I feel like it has been extremely useful. We also using the changing tray with DD2. It is definitely one of the most used items from our registry. If we didn't have it, we would manage, but it would be much tougher. I just find with two that you need so much more stuff to not be overwhelmed. We borrowed a 2nd pack n play for DD1 to keep her contained when I am busy with DD2. It has been very helpful.