11 "Faux Pas" That Are Actually Acceptable To Make With Your Large Bedside Cot

Choosing a Large Bedside Cot

Bedside cots, also referred to as bassinets or co-sleepers are designed to let parents sleep close to their children at night without the danger of SIDS. They are recommended for up to 6 months old, at which point your baby is ready to move to a crib.

Mehack, a MFM home tester, loved the feature that this model comes with a bassinet that can be used all around the home. It also has an option to rock manually. It was also easy to assemble and came in its own bag for easy storage.

Size

Cots are smaller than cots. They can also be converted into toddler beds, while the cot beds are typically used for up to three years. old. There are two sizes of wooden cots - big and standard that can be converted into a toddler bed or cot. If you wish for your child (or children) to be capable of sleeping in the larger cot, it's an excellent idea to pick the larger one.

Jasmine, an MFM mum who tested the product at home, was pleased that it was slightly larger than a Moses basket, but not too big for the room of her baby. She says it's easy to carry her child in and out for night feeding or soothing and that the quality is excellent in comparison to other cots she's seen that are flimsy.

Emily, another home tester, loves the versatility of the Maxi-Cosi lora which is a portable, lift-off bassinet. It also is a rock. It also comes with a reflux incline and a machine washable liner that is breathable. It was also shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for the best Cot Crib, Crib or Moses Basket. The Lora is compatible with a South African cot mattress unlike many international or European brands. This means that you don't need to buy an entirely new mattress each time your baby grows. However, best bedside cot will require a special bespoke bedding set (60x120cm). Find the ideal mattress for your cot here.

Height

When choosing a bedside cot, look for one that can be elevated to a level that is comfortable for you to feed your the baby. It should also be able of being dropped to the ground so that you can lift your baby towards you for night feeds or to soothe. This feature is especially helpful when you're recovering from an operation such as a C-section. The Next2me cot and the Tutti Bambini can be adjusted to the maximum height of 58cm, while the Snuzpod 3 can go up to 63cm and the Knuma Hutch can be adjusted to 70cm.

It is also important to consider the height you'd like the base of your crib to be. While some mums find it easier to lift their children out of the standard Moses baskets at the lowest height, others prefer an elevated base to give them more stability. One of our mom testers mentioned that the Joie Roomie Glide was a popular option. It is an easy-to-fold side that which you can use to touch one button.

Keep in mind that a bassinet or bedside sleeping device should only be used when your baby can hold his head without assistance, which is typically about 6 months old. This is because of the danger of being suffocated. Be aware that when your child is old enough to turn an existing bedside or bassinet into a cot you will have to take the sides off when they are able to do this. This will prevent them from falling out or climbing out of the bed.

Design

There are a variety of bedside cribs, from basic to extravagant. Some of the more extravagant options include features like an inbuilt light and a soothing center which plays music and sounds and comes with two levels to help ease your baby back to sleep, or the swivelling footrest, which makes it easier for you to reach your child when you need to feed them. There are also models which can be made into a cot bed or toddler bed (or both), perfect when your child is ready to transition to a bigger bed.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air, for example was awarded Bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot Moses Basket or Crib category. It has a swivelling bottom that allows you to take your baby to the crib and transfer them to the other side of the crib without getting out of bed. This is perfect for new mothers recovering from Caesareans, or those who need to remain in bed for prolonged periods of time. MFM mom home tester Jasmine was awed by this feature, stating that it was easy to use and made her baby easier - especially after her c-section.

Another alternative is the Chicco Next2me Magic, which has won Gold at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket. It comes with an easy-to-clean liner, reflux incline, and rocking function. It's slightly larger than some of the other bedside cribs we looked at, but it folds flat into its travel bag, so it's relatively compact when not in use.

Leya, MFM mum home tester, also appreciated the bedside crib's function. She said it was designed for parents and children. It is easy to move and super-sturdy. She also said that the bassinet's pivoting base was a great idea because it let you move it from side to side. One of its sides could be lower to facilitate access for mothers who are recovering from C-sections.

Safety

A large bedside cot's main safety characteristic is the fact that it can be easily adjusted or moved so that parents can reach their child to feed, comfort or change his or their diaper. This is ideal for mothers who are recovering from a c-section. You should choose a design which lets you lower the side of the bed with a simple button press. This will allow you to lift your child without having to get out of bed. This is important, especially as your baby grows and becomes more mobile. Beware of items that could increase the risk of injury or suffocation like duvets and pillows, which can cause your baby to overheat.

The NPR of the CPSC NPR includes 24 incidents that are attributed to issues with the product like gaps between a bedside sleeper (adult bed) and the bedside sleeper (12 incidents) as well as enclosed openings made of fabric (11) and consumer disassembly (6 incidents).

In its NPR, the CPSC examined the possibility of imposing additional requirements for bedside sleepers, such as the requirement that these products meet the minimum side height requirement for bassinets, or at the very least, meet the maximum height requirement for the lowered side rail. However the CPSC determined that these requirements are not practical or effective in reducing the amount of instances in which infants were entrapped between the bedside sleeper and an adult bed.

The majority of the incidents covered in the NPR focused on multi-use bedside sleepers which can be converted to other modes, such as bassinets or play yards. A number of commenters suggested that the CPSC include in the proposed rule a different provision for multiuse bedside sleepers to allow them to meet the minimum side-height requirements for bassinets through the use of an attachment that is removable and can be connected permanently or disconnected when the product is not being used as a bassinet.

The CPSC is reviewing these comments and others received in response to the NPR on bedside sleeping. The Commission will consider these comments when it decides on the final rule, which is expected to be published in November of 2021.

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Pub: 05 Dec 2024 23:48 UTC
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