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The Best Bedside Cots
A bedside crib is a bassinet type crib that attaches directly to your bed. This allows baby to rest comfortably close to you. This is a great option to allow your baby to be close for fuss-free feedings during the early stages.
The HALO BassiNest Essentia took home our top bedside cot in our test, featuring a swiveling sleeping surface and sidewalls that drop down easily. This makes it easier to reach for comfort and ease them to sleep.
Safety
A bedside cot is an ideal solution for new parents who want to keep their child close without sacrificing security. This kind of cot attaches to the bed's side and has one end that can be lifted up or lowered so you can reach your child. It can be used as a night time feeding station or to help soothe your baby to sleep. This is a great option particularly for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots come in various sizes and styles and some come with storage. When shopping for an upholstered 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 shape is ideal for babies who lay around during sleep, since it means that they won't be stuck in the corner as they would with the rectangular cot. The cot can also be easily inserted into standard door frames. This is an excellent feature for parents who are limited in space.
La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is a good alternative. The cot comes with a variety of features that make parenting easier and also looks beautiful. Its adjustable sides let it expand with your child and later transform into a toddler's bed when the time comes. It is also lightweight so it's easy to move around.
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 parts that are loose. If you're not sure about installing a bedside cot on your own you can ask a professional to do it for you.
It is recommended to avoid co-sleeping with your infant until they're at least six months old. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS, advise that you do not let your infant sleep in your bed. This is because of the possibility of overheating and suffocation. However, if you need 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 which is attached to the bed's side. It has one side which can be lifted or lowered down to let you reach your baby quickly, without the need to leave the bed. These are the preferred choice of celeb mums such as Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They're ideal for mothers who be unable to move 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 on the bottom of the mattress. It can also be adjusted to the mattress's height but some mothers have complained about the difficulty of moving it up and down. bedside cot wooden 's also one of the lightest options on our list and folds down to an ideal size for a suitcase which makes it ideal for travelling with your little one.
Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which converts into a travel cot, bassinet and playpen. It also won our 2021 Mother&Baby Award gold award in the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It comes with shelves for storage and is easy to lift into and out of the car. However, some mums thought it was a bit too big and bulky for small spaces, particularly when used as a bedside sleeper.
Design
The best bedside cribs are sleek, stylish and modern. Some are designed with innovative features including a peek-aboo flap on the side, to let you check in on baby without disturbing them. Other features, like adjustable heights are helpful if your partner is having difficulty getting out of bed. Some sleepers are also suitable as a bassinet, cot or for babies with reflux. There are a lot of options if you want something more traditional.
Some of our favorites are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini that won bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Award Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category as well as the Next2me Magic shortlisted in the same category. Both can be adjusted in height and can be used as a travel cot when away from home. They're also light and easy to move from room room.
Some mums prefer the Lua Bedside sleeper that includes a changing mat, storage space and a collapsible baby bassinet which can be turned into a portable mini cot. It also comes with a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for a newborn and is larger than Moses baskets, which may feel flimsy or thin.
The iCandy Cocoon is another great option. It can be used as a Moses Basket as a cot, cot, or travel cot. It has an adjustable changing table that pops up as well as a shelf to store toys and books, and an adjustable mesh side that allows you to see your baby. It's not light one, but it's simple to move and looks sleek in any bedroom.
Cost
Cost is an important aspect when shopping for a crib, bassinet, or bedside sleeper. Many of the most well-known models are expensive however there are many cheaper alternatives that won't break the bank. Many are available with a variety of styles and colors to match your nursery decor.
The most effective bedside cots come with adjustable sides that can be raised to match the height of your bed. Some models have an incline setting which is ideal for babies with reflux. Some models come with a bag for travel and fold up when not in use. This is perfect for mothers who are constantly on the go or have guests over.
Bedside cots are generally slightly larger than Moses baskets, but are smaller than cribs. Some can be moved from one place to another, and some come with a side that can be raised to allow you to lift your baby towards you to feed them or calm him. Some have an integrated rocker so that you can soothe your little one to sleep.
The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced model that was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. It's sleek and stylish, but slightly larger than other options. This may not be ideal for small spaces. It's also quite heavy, at over 10kg, and requires lots of maneuvering to get it into the right position. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as easy to move in and out of as some other sleepers for bed, due to the sides don't move much and you need to bend over to pick up your baby.