2 Obsessed Cats Keep Taking Turns Sleeping in Baby's Bassinet
If there is one truth in this world, it's that cats love baby stuff.
Before this baby has even arrived, these two cats have claimed the little one's bassinet as their own and are even waiting in line to take turns with it.
Both kitties are absolutely obsessed with the baby bassinet!
Their parent has shared this sweet daily routine of cute cat behavior in a now-viral video, and we can't get enough of it.
@emmamartinco they're gonna be so pissed when baby gets here and they can't nap in here all day anymore #catsoftiktok#fyp
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It does look quite cozy in that bassinet! No wonder there's a line.
We love the added touch of the "wait" music.
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Why Cats Love Baby Bassinets So Much and Other Baby Gear
This funny cat behavior is very relatable for many people with a new baby at home.
Cats love baby stuff!
We have seen many videos on this site of cats taking baby beds, strollers, swings, and cribs as their own.
Heck, we have even seen a few kitties share a crib with a baby just because they love that comfy bed so much.
Or, as we have also seen, cats feel very protective of babies and may want to be in close proximity to them. It melts your heart!
So why do cats love baby bassinets?
Well, first of all, cats are naturally curious, so if there's something new in their environment, they're probably going to check it out.
This baby hadn't arrived yet, but it often has a new-baby smell, which is intriguing to them.
This bassinet also looks especially cozy with all the blankets.
Though this makes for a very funny and adorable cat video, this is actually a smart strategy to help introduce your cat to this new family addition.
It's good to let the kitty explore the baby's items when the baby isn't using them, so if you bring the crib or other supplies home before the baby arrives, be sure to let the fur children explore.
Give your cat space to adjust to the new addition.
Also, don't corner them or restrain them and force them to get close to the baby.
They need to approach the little one on their own terms, and if that takes days or weeks, then so be it.
Clearly, these two kitties may be a bit miffed when someone else starts sleeping in their bed, but maybe they will all just share.
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This story was originally published May 16, 2026 at 8:55 AM.