I used an Amby baby hammock (Australian made ) for DS1 and it was brilliant. It was extremely easy to use and very portable. It packs up smaller than a portacot so it was great to take away on holidays. I used it until DS was nearly 2, but most people don't use them that long!

There is a thread on baby hammocks that you may find useful here: https://www.bellybelly.com.au/forums...mocks-2-a.html