The 10 Scariest Things About Best Bedside Cots

The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside crib is a bassinet style crib that attaches directly to your bed. This allows baby bedside sleeper to rest peacefully close to you. This is an ideal option if you want your baby to be close by for feedings that aren't a hassle during the first few months of.

The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner of our best bedside cots test. It features a swiveling sleep surface and sidewalls which can be easily lowered. This makes it easy to reach over and comfort them.

Safety

A bedside cot is a great solution for new parents who wish to keep their infant close to them without sacrificing security. This type of cot fixes to the side of your bed and has a curved end which can be lifted or dropped down so you can reach your little one. It can be used as a night time feeding station or to help soothe your baby back to sleep. This is a great choice, especially for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots come in a variety of sizes and designs, and some include storage. When shopping for a cot for your bedside, be sure to check the safety features.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is an elegant cot that is easy to build and compact. Its oval design is perfect for babies who roll around in their sleep, because it means that they won't be stuck in the corner like they might with a rectangular crib. The cot is easily fitted through standard door frames. This is a fantastic option for parents who are tight in space.

Another option is the La Redoute Willox Adjustable Cot Bed. It comes with a number of features that make parenting simpler and it looks stunning. Its movable sides mean it can adapt to your child and convert into a toddler bed when they're ready. It's also lightweight, which means it's easy to move around the home.

A crib with a high mesh side is a great feature to have on a bedside crib. This will keep your child from falling. It should also be fitted securely to your bed with no gaps or sloppy areas. If you're unsure about fitting a bedside cot yourself you can ask a professional to complete the task for you.

Co-sleeping is not recommended until your baby is at least six months old age. The official recommendation from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that infants should not be sleeping in your bed because of the risk of suffocation or overheating. However, if you need to co-sleep in a crib, a bedside crib is the safest option.

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 so that you can reach your baby without having to get out of bed. These are the preferred choice of celeb mums such as Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They're ideal for mothers who have a limited mobility following the C-section.

Our top pick, the Maxi Cosi Lora, has a peekaboo flap that lets you see your child from below the bed. It also adjusts to the height of your mattress - though some mothers complained that it was difficult to move up and down. It's also one of our lightest choices and folds into a suitcase-sized package. This makes it perfect for traveling with your baby.

The Slumber 3-in-1 is another great alternative. It can be used as a portable cot or bassinet and also serves as a playpen. This product won the gold award at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards, in the category of the best Cot, 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 found it too long and wide to fit into tight spaces, particularly when used as a sleeper in bed.

Design

The best bedside cribs will be modern, sleek and stylish. Some cribs come with unique designs, such as a peek-a-boo flap on the sides that allow you to check on your baby without disturbing him. Other features such as adjustable heights are helpful when your spouse is having trouble getting up. These sleepers can also be used as a cot or bassinet with incline positions for reflux babies. If you're looking for something more traditional there are a lot of options as well.

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

Other moms love the Lua bedside crib travel cot Sleeper that comes with an adjustable changing mat and storage area as in addition to a collapsible bassinet that turns into a mini portable crib and storage bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for infants and is bigger than Moses baskets, which may feel flimsy or thin.

Another great option is another option is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as a Moses basket, cot or travel cot bedside crib cot. It has a pop-up changing table 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 however it's easy to move and looks elegant in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're looking for a bedside sleeper crib or bassinet, price is a consideration. Some of the most popular models are costly but there are many cheaper alternatives that won't break the bank. There are a variety of colors and styles to match the decor of your nursery.

The best bedside cots have adjustable sides that can be raised to match the bed's height. Some also have an incline position that is great for babies suffering from reflux. Some models come with a travel bag and can be folded up when not in use. This is ideal for new mothers who are constantly traveling or having guests over.

Bedside cots are usually a little bigger than Moses baskets but smaller than cribs. They can also be moved from room to in case you have to and some even have a side that drops down to allow you to lift your child towards you for night feeds or calming. Some have a built in rocker that can help soothe your baby to sleep.

The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced model that was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. The design is sleek and stylish 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 more than 10kg, and requires some maneuvering to place it. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this mattress don't bend as much, which means you have to bend to pick up your baby.