Why No One Cares About Large Bedside Cot

Choosing a Large Bedside Cot

Bedside cots (also known as co-sleepers and bassinets) are designed to let parents rest with their baby at night without the risk of SIDS. They are only recommended for up to 6 months, after which your baby is old enough to transition to an actual crib.

MFM home tester Mehack was impressed that this model features an adjustable bassinet that you can use around the house and a manual rocking function. It was also easy to put together and came in its own bag for easy storage.

Size

Cots and cot beds differ in size, with cots being smaller than cot beds. Cots can also be converted into toddler beds. However, cots are usually only used by children up to the age of three. If you're opting for a wooden cot, you'll find two sizes to choose from both large and standard both of which will convert into a cot/toddler mattress. If you want your child (or children) to be able to sleep in a bigger cot, it's an excellent option to select the larger one.

MFM mother home tester Jasmine was pleased that this bedside cot was slightly larger than the Moses basket but not too large for the space of her baby's. She says that it is easy to get the baby into and out of the cot for night feedings or soothing, and that its quality is far superior to other cots she has seen that are less sturdy.

Emily who is a home tester, loves the versatility of the Maxi-Cosi Lora which is a lift-off, portable bassinet. It also is a rock. It also has an incline for reflux and a machine washable liner that is breathable. And it was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for the best Cot Crib, Crib, or Moses Basket. Contrary to some International or European cot brands The Lora can be fitted with South African cot mattresses so you don't have to buy another mattress as your baby grows. It will require a specific bedding set (60x120cm). Here's the perfect mattress for your cot.

Height

When choosing a bedside cot be sure to choose one that can be raised up to a height that's comfortable for you to feed your baby. It must also be lower to a level that is not in the way so that you can pull your baby to feed them at night or to soothe him. This is especially useful in the event of recovering from C-section. For example, the Next2me and Tutti Bambini cots can be adjusted to a height of 58cm while the Snuzpod 3 goes up to 63cm, and the Knuma Huddle up to 70cm.

Another thing to consider is the height you would like to set for the cot's base to be. While some mothers find it easier to lift their babies out of the standard Moses baskets at the lowest height, others prefer an elevated base to give them more stability. One of our mum testers stated that the Joie Roomie Glide was a popular option. It has a collapsible side you can press at the push of a button.

Keep in mind that a bassinet/bedside sleeping device should only be used until your baby is able to hold their head up without assistance, usually at about 6 months. This is due to the risk of inhaling suffocation. Be aware that if your child is old enough to be able to convert the bedside sleeper into a cot, they will need to take the sides off when they are ready to do this. This will stop them from getting out or falling out of bed.

Design

There are many styles of bedside cribs, from basic to lavish. Some of the more extravagant options include features such as an inbuilt light and a soothing center which plays music and sounds and has two levels to help ease your baby back to sleep or the swivelling footrest, which allows you to reach your child when you need to feed them. Some models can be converted into a toddler bed or cot (or both) when your child is ready for their own bed.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air, for example, won Bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot Moses Basket or Crib category. bedside cot mattress is a swivelling base that allows you to pick up your baby and transfer them to the other side of the crib without having to get out of the bed. This is ideal for new mums recovering from Caesarean births or who have to stay in bed for long periods of time. MFM mum home tester Jasmine was awed by this feature, saying that it was simple to use and made reaching her baby much easier particularly after her c-section.

Chicco Next2me Magic is another alternative. It won Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards as the best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib. It is machine washable and comes with a interior, reflux incline, and rocking feature. It's bigger than the other cribs we've tested, however it folds down into its travel bag, making it compact when not in use.

MFM mom home tester Leya also liked the functionality of this crib for bed, describing how it was designed with parents and babies in mind. It is lightweight and easy to move. She said that the bassinet's pivoting base was brilliant because it allowed you to move it from side to side. One of its sides could be lower to make access easier for moms who are recovering from C-sections.

Safety

A large bedside cot's main security characteristic is the fact that it can be easily moved up or down so that parents can reach their baby to feed or comfort him or her nappies. This is why it's perfect for mothers who are still recovering from a C-section. You should look for the design that allows you to lower the side of the bed with a single button press. This will allow you to lift your child without having to get out of bed. This is especially important as your baby grows older and becomes more mobile. You'll also want to avoid adding anything to the crib that could increase the chance of suffocation or injury, including duvets and pillows, which can cause babies to overheat.

The CPSC's NPR includes 24 incidents that are attributed to product-related issues that include gaps between the bedside sleeper (adult bed) and the bedside sleeper (12 incidents) and enclosed openings with fabric sides (11) and consumer misassembly (6 incidents).

In its NPR, the CPSC looked into the possibility of adding additional requirements for bedside sleepers, like the requirement that they meet the minimum side height requirement for bassinets, or at least meet the maximum height requirement for the side rail. The CPSC determined, however, that these requirements were not feasible or effective in reducing amount of instances where infants are trapped between a bedside rail and an adult bed.

The majority of the reported incidents in the NPR involved multiuse bedside sleepers that could be converted into other modes such as bassinets and play yards. Many commenters suggested that the CPSC include a different option to the proposed rule for multi-use bedside sleepers which would permit them to meet the minimum side height requirements for bassinets using a removable attachment. This attachment can be permanently fixed or removed when the item is not being used as a baby bassinet.

The CPSC is considering these and other comments received in response to its NPR regarding bedside sleepers. The Commission will consider these comments when it votes on the final rule, which is expected to come out in November 2021.

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Pub: 06 Dec 2024 00:09 UTC
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