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The Best Bedside Cots
A bedside crib is a bassinet style crib that is attached directly to your bed. This allows baby to sleep safely close to you. This is a great choice for parents who want their baby to be near for fuss-free feeds during the first few months of.
The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner in our best bedside cots test. It features an adjustable sleep surface that can be swiveled and sidewalls that can be lowered easily. This allows you to reach over and soothe them.
Safety
A bedside cot is a great solution for new parents who want to keep their baby close without sacrificing safety. This kind of cot attaches to the bed's side and has a single end that can be lifted or dropped down so you can reach your little one. You can use a bedside crib to feed your baby at night or help them go to sleep. It's also a great choice for mums who have had C-sections. Bedside cots come in a variety of sizes and designs and some even have storage. If you're shopping for a bedside cot, make sure you check out the safety features to make sure it's safe for your baby.
The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has elegant design and is easy to put together. Its oval shape is perfect for babies who roll around in their sleep. They won't end up in a corner like they would with the rectangular cot. The cot is also easy to fit through door frames that are standard, which is a big advantage for parents who are stretched out by their space.
La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another great option. This cot is an ideal all-purpose cot, with lots of features to make parenting easier as well as a gorgeous look. Its adjustable sides mean that it can adapt to your child, and then transform into a toddler bed when they're ready. It's also lightweight, so it's easy to move around the house.
A high-quality bedside crib with wheels crib should have a high mesh side to stop your baby from falling out. It should also be attached securely to your bed with no gaps or sloppy areas. If you're unsure about fitting a bedside crib and cot cot yourself or hiring a professional, let a professional install it for you.
It is recommended to avoid co-sleeping with your baby until they're at minimum six months old. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS, advise that you should not let your newborn sleep in your bed. This is because of the risk of overheating and suffocation. If you must co-sleep with your child, a crib at the bedside is the ideal option.
Size
A bedside cot is a bassinet-style cot which is attached to the side of your bed. It is a side that can be adjusted to allow you to reach your baby without having to leave the bed. These are a favourite of celeb moms such as Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They are perfect for those who may be unable to move after the C-section.
Our top pick, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, has an opening that lets you view your child from the bottom of the bed. It also adjusts to the mattress's height - although some mums said it was tricky to move up and down. It is also one of our lightest options that can be folded into a suitcase size. This makes it perfect for traveling with your baby.
Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which converts into a bassinet, travel cot and playpen. It also won our 2021 Mother&Baby Award gold award in the Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. It has an adjustable shelf for storage and is easy to move into and out of a car. Some mums, however, considered it to be too large and wide to fit into tight spaces, particularly when it is used as a sleeper on the bed.
Design
The best bedside cribs are sleek, stylish and modern. Some cribs come with innovative designs, like a peek-aboo flap on the sides to allow you to observe your baby without disturbing him. Other features, such as adjustable height, can be helpful if your partner has trouble getting up or down from their bed. Some sleepers are also suitable as a bassinet, cot, or for reflux babies. If you're looking for something a bit more traditional, there are plenty of options as well.
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 if you're away from home. They are also lightweight and easy for you to move around.
Other mums like the Lua Bedside Sleeper, which has a changing mat and storage space as well as an adjustable bassinet that folds into a mini-portable cot and a storage bag. Jasmine says that it is the perfect size for infants and is bigger than Moses baskets, which may feel flimsy or thin.
The iCandy Cocoon is another great alternative. It can be used as a Moses Basket as a cot, cot, or travel cot. It has an adjustable changing table that pops up, a shelf for toys and books, as well as an adjustable mesh side that allows you to see your baby. It's not light but it's easy to move around and looks fantastic in any bedroom.
Cost
Cost is an important aspect when you're shopping for a crib, bassinet, or small bedside cot sleeper. Many of the most well-known models are quite expensive however there are many cheaper alternatives that won't break the bank. Many are available in a range of different styles and colors to fit the decor of your nursery.
The best bedside cots have adjustable sides that can be raised to match the height of your bed. Some also have an incline position that is perfect for babies suffering from reflux. Some models come with a bag for travel and can be folded up when not in use. This is ideal for mothers who are always traveling or having guests over.
Bedside cots are generally slightly larger than Moses baskets, but they are smaller than cribs. Some are able to be moved from one place to another, and others come with a side that can be adjusted to allow you to pull your baby towards you to feed them or calm him. Some have an integrated rocker so that you can 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 sleek and stylish, but it's slightly larger than other options, which means it may not be the best fit for tight spaces. It's also quite heavy, at more than 10kg, and requires lots of maneuvering to get it into position. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as simple to move in and out of like other beds for sleepers, as the sides don't move much and you need to bend over to pick up your baby.
