This bassinet with handles and a delicate crochet-type lace was used to take to Grandma's house for a few visits and also as a co-sleeper. It has just been washed and can easily be removed if ever to be washed as you use it. The "over the head top" can be put down or if you want to take it off completely that is simple to do. I enjoyed the ability to carry the bassinette with the handles on either side (see pictures). There is a bassinet mattress and a couple of fitted sheets included.