The 10 Most Terrifying Things About Best Bedside Cots

The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside travel cot crib is a bassinet type crib that is attached directly to your bed. This lets your baby rest comfortably close to you. This is a great option for parents who want their child to be close enough for a relaxed feedings during the early stages.

The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner in our best bedside cots test. It comes with an adjustable sleep surface that can be swiveled and sidewalls which can be easily lowered. This makes it easier to reach out to relax and get to sleep.

Safety

A bedside crib is a fantastic solution for new parents that want to keep their child close to them, but not compromise safety. This type of crib is attached to one side of your mattress. It also is movable so that you can reach out to your baby. You can use a crib for your bed to night feed your baby or to soothe them to sleep. This is a great option especially for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots are available in a variety of styles and sizes, and some even include storage. If you're in the market for a bedside cot be sure to check the safety features to make sure it's safe for your child.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is an attractive cot that's simple to build and compact. Its oval shape is perfect for babies who roll in their sleep. They won't be stuck in a corner like they would with the rectangular cot. This cot is also easy to fit through standard door frames, which is a big advantage for parents who are stretched out by their space.

La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another great alternative. This cot has a lot of features that make parenting easier, and it looks great. Its adjustable sides allow it to expand with your child and then transform into an infant's bed when the time arrives. It's also lightweight, so it's easy to move around the house.

A quality crib for your bed should have high mesh sides to prevent your baby from falling out. It should be securely attached to your bed without gaps or parts that are loose. Ask a professional if you aren't confident in installing a crib on your bed.

The ideal scenario is to avoid sleeping with your child until they're at minimum six months old. The official advice from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that newborns should not sleep in your bed because of the risk of suffocation or overheating. However, if you have to sleep with your partner, a crib that is placed near your bed is the best option.

Size

A bedside cot is a bassinet-style cot that fixes to the bed's side. It has one side that can be lifted or dropped down to let you reach your baby easily without having to leave the bed. Celebrity moms like Stacey Solomon Binky Felstead, and Lucy Mecklenburgh love these. They are perfect for those who are unable to move following a C-section.

Our top choice, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with an opening that lets you peek at your baby from the bottom of the bed. It can also be adjusted to the height of your mattress - although some mums complained that it was difficult to move it up and down. It's also among the lightest options on our list and folds down into a suitcase-sized package, making it ideal to travel with your child.

The Slumber 3-in-1 is a great alternative. It can be used as a travel cot or bassinet as well as a playpen. This product was awarded the gold award at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the category of the Best Cot or Moses Basket or Crib. It comes with a useful storage shelf underneath and is super-light to lift into and out of the car. Some mothers have were concerned that it was too long and wide for tight spaces, especially when used as a bedside co sleeper mattress.

Design

The best cribs for your bed will be sleek, stylish and modern. Some cribs feature innovative designs like an open-air flap on the sides to allow you to check on your baby without disturbing him. Other features such as adjustable heights are helpful for those who have trouble getting up. Some sleepers can also be used as a bassinet, cot or for babies who have reflux. If you're looking for something a bit more traditional there are a lot of options to choose from as well.

The CoZee Air by Tutti Bambini was awarded bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards, in the best Cot or Moses Basket category. Next2me Magic was also shortlisted. Both come with adjustable heights, and can be turned into a travel cot for use away from home. They are also light and easy for you to move around.

Other moms love the Lua Bedside Sleeper that has a changing mat and storage area, as well as an adjustable bassinet that folds into a mini cot as well as a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the ideal size for a newborn bedside cot and is bigger than Moses baskets, which can seem flimsy and thin.

The iCandy Cocoon is another great alternative. It can be used as a Moses Basket, cot or travel cot. It has a pop-up changing table and a shelf for books and toys, and an adjustable mesh side that allows you to view your baby. It's not lightweight, but it is easy to move around and looks fantastic in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're in the market for a bedside sleeping device, crib or bassinet, the cost will be a major factor. Many of the most well-known models are expensive, but there are plenty of cheaper alternatives that won't cost you a fortune. Some come in different colors and styles to match the decor of your nursery.

The best bedside cots have adjustable sides that can be raised to match the height of your bed. Some models also have an incline position that is perfect for babies suffering from reflux. They can also be folded away when not in use, and some models even have an included travel bag that is perfect for mothers who are often out and about or have guests staying in.

Bedside cots are typically smaller than Moses baskets, but smaller than cribs. Some can be moved from one room to another, and others come with a side that can be raised so that you can lift your child towards you to feed them or calm him. Some models come with a built-in rocker that can help soothe your baby to sleep.

Clair de Lune, a mid-priced 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 wider than some other options, so it might not be the ideal choice for small spaces. It's also quite heavy at over 10kg, and requires some maneuvering to position it. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as easy to get in and out of like other beds for sleepers, as the sides aren't flexible enough and you have to bend over to scoop your baby up.