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The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside crib is a bassinet-style cot that is attached to your bed which allows your infants to sleep close. This is an ideal option when you want your infant to be close for fuss-free feeds in the early stages.

The HALO BassiNest Essentia won our top bedside cot in our test, with a swiveling sleeping surface and sidewalls that dip down without difficulty. This makes it easier to reach out for comfort and ease them back to sleep.

Safety

A bedside crib is a great option for parents who want to keep their child near them without compromising security. This type of cot is attached to the side of your mattress. It has a moveable end that you can reach out to your baby. You can use a bedside crib to feed your baby at night or help them go to sleep. It's also a great option for mums who have had a C-section. Bedside cots are available in a variety of sizes and styles and some even have storage. If travel bedside crib looking for a bedside cot, make sure you check out the safety features to be sure it is safe for your baby.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has an attractive design and is easy to put together. Its oval design is perfect for babies who tend to lay around during sleep, as it means they won't get stuck in the corner as they would with an oblong cot. This cot is also easy to fit through standard door frames which is a huge plus for space-stretched new parents.

Another option is the La Redoute Willox Adjustable Cot Bed. This cot is an ideal all-purpose cot, with lots of features to simplify parenting and have beautiful design. Its adjustable sides allow it to expand with your child and then convert into an infant's bed when the time arrives. It's also light, so it's easy to move around the home.

A high mesh crib side is a good feature to have at the bedside of a crib. This will keep your child from falling. It should also be attached securely to your bed with no gaps or loose areas. If you're not confident about fitting a bedside cot by yourself, ask a professional to do it for you.

Co-sleeping is not recommended until your baby is at least six months of age. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS, advise that you don't let your newborn sleep in your bed. This is because of the possibility of suffocation and overheating. If you have to sleep with your child, a crib at the bedside is the best alternative.

Size

A bedside cot is an upholstered bassinet cot that is fixed to the side of your bed. It features a side that is able to be adjusted to allow you to reach your baby without having to leave the bed. Celeb mums like Stacey Solomon Binky Felstead, and Lucy Mecklenburgh are awestruck by these. They are great for those who are unable to move after a C-section.

The Maxi-Cosi is our top choice. It has the ability to peek at you to see your baby at the bottom of the mattress. It also adjusts to your mattress height however some mothers have complained about the difficulty of moving it up and down. It's also among the most lightweight options on our list and folds down to the size of a suitcase, making it ideal for traveling with your baby.

Another great option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which transforms into an a portable cot, bassinet and playpen - it even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards gold medal in the best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. It has a handy storage shelf underneath and is light enough to carry into and out of the car. However, some mums were concerned that it was too large and wide for small spaces, particularly when used as a bedside mattress.

Design


The best cribs for your bed will be sleek, stylish and modern. Some cribs feature unique designs, such as a peek-aboo flap on the sides to allow you to observe your baby without disturbing him. Other features like adjustable heights are helpful when your spouse is having trouble getting out of bed. These sleepers can be used as a bassinet or cot, and some have incline positions for reflux babies. There are plenty of options if you want something more traditional.

The CoZee Air by Tutti Bambini received bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards, in the best Cot or Moses Basket category. Next2me Magic was also shortlisted. Both can be adjusted in height and can be used as a travel cot while away from home. They're also extremely light and easy to move from room to room.

Some mothers prefer the Lua Bedside sleeper that includes a changing mat, storage space and a collapsible baby bassinet that can be transformed into a portable mini cot. It also comes with a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the ideal size for a baby and is larger than Moses baskets, which can seem flimsy and thin.

Another option is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as a Moses basket, cot or travel cot. It comes with a pop-up changing table and a shelf for toys and books, and an adjustable mesh side that allows you to observe your baby. It's not very light, but it is easy to move around and looks fantastic in any bedroom.

Cost

Cost will be an important factor when you are looking for a crib, bassinet or bedside sleeper. Certain of the most popular models can be expensive. However there are plenty of less expensive alternatives. Many come in a variety of styles and colors to complement your nursery decor.

The best bedside cribs are adjustable and can be adjusted to the height of your mattress. Some models come with an incline option that is ideal for babies with reflux. Some models come with a carry-on bag and can be folded up when not in use. This is perfect for new mothers who are constantly on the go or have guests to entertain.

Bedside cots are usually a little bigger than Moses baskets but smaller than cribs. Some can be moved from one place to another, and some have a side which can be adjusted to allow you to pull your child to feed them or soothe him. Some have a built in rocker to soothe your baby to sleep.

Clair de Lune, a mid-priced baby model, was shortlisted for the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Crib category. The design is stylish and sleek however, it's a bit larger than some of the other options, meaning it's not the best choice for small spaces. It's also fairly heavy, at more than 10kg, and requires lots of maneuvering to get it in the proper position. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this sleeper don't flex as much, which means you'll have to bend to take your baby.

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Pub: 03 Dec 2024 16:30 UTC
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