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The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside crib is a bassinet style crib that attaches directly to your bed. This allows baby to rest peacefully close to you. This is a great solution to allow your baby to be near for peaceful feedings during the first few months of his life.

The HALO BassiNest Essentia won our top bedside cot in our test, with an adjustable sleeping surface that can be swiveled and sidewalls that drop down easily. This makes it easy to reach out for comfort and ease them back to sleep.

Safety

A bedside crib is a fantastic solution for new parents that want to keep their baby close but without compromising their safety. The cot is attached to the side of your mattress and is movable so that you can reach out to your baby. You can use the crib as a night time feeding station or to soothe your baby back to sleep. It's also a great choice for mums who have had a C-section. Bedside cots come in various sizes and styles and some come with storage. When you are looking for a cot for your bedside make sure you check the safety features.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has an attractive design and is easy to put together. Its oval-shaped design is perfect for babies who roll around in their sleep. They won't be confined in a corner like they would with the rectangular cot. It is also able to slide through doors with standard frames, which is a big plus for space-stretched new parents.

Another good choice is the La Redoute Willox Adjustable Cot Bed. This cot is a great all-rounder, with plenty of features that make parenting easier and beautiful design. Its movable sides mean it can adapt to your child and transform into an infant bed when they're ready. It's also lightweight, which means it's easy to move around the home.

A high-quality bedside crib should have a high mesh side to prevent your child from falling out. It should be securely attached to your bed, with no gaps or loose parts. If you're not confident about fitting a bedside cot yourself or hiring a professional, let a professional do it for you.

Ideally, you should avoid co-sleeping with your baby until they're at least six months old. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS recommend that you don't let your infant sleep in your bed. This is due to the risk of overheating and suffocation. If lowest price do need to co-sleep in a crib, a crib that is placed near your bed is the best option.

Size

A bedside cot, sometimes referred to as bassinet is a cot which attaches to the sides of your mattress. It features a side that is able to be raised or lowered to allow you to reach your baby without needing to get out of bed. They are a favorite of famous moms like Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They're ideal for parents who have limited mobility after a C-section.

The Maxi-Cosi Lora is our number one choice. It has a peekaboo feature that allows you to see your child 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 one of the lightest options on our list and folds down to the size of a suitcase, making it ideal to travel with your baby.

Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which converts into a bassinet, travel cot and playpen. It even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Award gold award in the best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It has a handy storage shelf beneath and is light enough to carry in and out of the car. However, some mums were concerned that it was too large and wide for small spaces, especially when used as a bedside sleeper.

Design

The best cribs for bed are sleek, stylish, and modern. Some have innovative designs including a peek-aboo flap on the side to help you observe your baby without disturbing them. Other features, such as adjustable height, can be helpful if your partner has trouble getting up and down from bed. These sleepers can be used as a cot or bassinet, and some have tilt positions for babies with reflux. If you're looking for something a bit more traditional There are plenty of options to choose from as well.


Some of our top picks are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini which was awarded bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Award Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category as well as the Next2me Magic was shortlisted in that same category. Both come with adjustable heights, and can be turned into a travel cot that can be used for use outside of the home. They're also extremely light and easy to move from room to room.

Other mothers like the Lua Bedside Sleeper that comes with a changing mat and storage space as in addition to an adjustable bassinet that folds into a mini crib and storage bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for newborns and is larger than Moses baskets, which may feel flimsy or thin.

Another option that is great is another option is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as an Moses basket, cot or travel cot. It comes with a pop-up changer, a handy shelf for toys and books and a mesh adjustable side that allows you to have a good view of your baby. It's not lightweight but it's easy to move around and looks fantastic in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're looking for a bedside sleeper crib or bassinet, price will be a major factor. Some of the more popular models can be quite expensive. However there are plenty of less expensive alternatives. Many come in a variety of styles and colors to match your nursery decor.

The most effective bedside cots come with adjustable sides and can be raised to match the height of your bed. Some have an incline setting which is ideal for babies with reflux. They can also be folded when not in use and some models have a travel bag included which is perfect for mothers who are often out and about or have guests staying over.

Bedside cots are generally slightly larger than Moses baskets, but smaller than cribs. They can also be moved from room-to-room if you need to and some even have a side that drops down so you can lift your baby out towards you for feedings at night or to soothe. Some come with a built-in rocker to soothe your baby to sleep.

The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced model that was nominated in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. The design is sleek and stylish however, it's a bit larger than other options, so it may not be the best choice for small spaces. It is also quite heavy at over 10kg and requires some maneuvering to put it in place it. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as simple to move in and out of as some other beds for sleepers, as the sides aren't flexible enough and you'll have to bend over to scoop your baby up.

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Pub: 05 Dec 2024 02:09 UTC

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