The 10 Most Terrifying Things About Best Bedside Cots
The Best Bedside Cots
A bedside crib is a bassinet style that attaches to your own bed which allows your baby to sleep close by. This is an ideal option when you want your baby to be near for feedings that aren't a hassle during the first few months of.
The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner in our best bedside cots test. It has an adjustable sleep surface that can be swiveled and sidewalls which can be lowered easily. This allows you to reach over and comfort them.
Safety
A bedside cosleeper crib is an ideal solution for new parents who want to keep their child near them without compromising security. This kind of crib is attached to the side of your mattress and is movable so that you can reach out to your baby. It can be used as a night feeding station or to soothe your baby back to sleep. This is a great choice particularly for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots are available in a variety of sizes and designs and some come with storage. When shopping for a cot for your bedside, be sure to check the safety features.
The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is a stylish-looking cot that's easy to build and compact. Its oval shape is ideal for babies who roll in their sleep. They won't be confined in a corner like they would with an oblong cot. It is also able to fit into doors with standard frames which is a huge benefit for parents with limited space.
La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is a good option. This cot is an excellent all-rounder, with plenty of features to make parenting easier and a gorgeous look. Its adjustable sides let it expand with your child and later transform into a toddler's bed when the time arrives. It is also lightweight so it's easy to move around.
A good quality bedside crib should have mesh sides that are high to stop your child from falling out. It should be securely anchored to your bed with no gaps or loose parts. If you're unsure about fitting a bedside cot by yourself you can ask a professional to do it for you.
Sleeping in a co-sleeper is not recommended until your baby is at least six months old age. Official advice from The Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that babies should not sleep in your bed due to the danger of overheating and suffocation. If you do need to sleep with your partner, a bedside crib is the safest option.
Size
A bedside cot, sometimes referred to as a bassinet, is a cot that is attached to the side of your mattress. It comes with a side that can be lifted or dropped down to let you reach your baby quickly, without having to leave the bed. These are a favourite of celeb moms such as Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They are ideal for mothers who be unable to move after the C-section.
The Maxi-Cosi is our top pick. It comes with the ability to peek at you to see your baby on the bottom of the mattress. It can also be adjusted to the height of your mattress but some mothers have complained about the difficulty of moving it up and down. It's also one of our lightest choices and folds into a suitcase-sized package. This makes it ideal to travel with your baby.
Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which can be used as 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 comes with a storage shelf and is easy to move into and out of the car. However, some mums thought it was a bit too long and wide for tight spaces, particularly when used as a bedside sleeper.
Design
The best cribs for beds are stylish, sleek, and modern. Some cribs come with unique designs, such as an open-air flap on the sides that let you check on your baby without disturbing him. Other features, like adjustable heights, are useful if your partner has trouble getting up or down from bed. Some sleepers are also suitable as a bassinet, cot, or for babies with reflux. If you're seeking something more traditional There are plenty of options 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 are adjustable in height and can be used as a travel cot if you're away from home. They're also light and easy to move from room room.
Other mothers like the Lua Bedside Sleeper, which has a changing mat as well as a storage area as it also has the bassinet, which can be collapsed into a mini portable crib and storage bag. Jasmine says it's the ideal size for a baby and is more substantial than Moses baskets, which can 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 a pop-up changer as well as a shelf to store 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
Cost is a major aspect when searching for a crib bassinet, or bedside sleeper. Certain of the most popular models can be quite expensive. However there are a lot of cheaper alternatives. Many are available in a variety of styles and colors to fit your nursery decor.
The best bedside cot bedside cots have adjustable sides that 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 fold away when not in use and some models come with bags for travel that is perfect for mothers who often go out or have guests staying with them.
Bedside cots are generally slightly bigger than Moses baskets but smaller than cribs. They can be moved from room to room if you need to and some come with an end that can be lowered to allow you to lift your baby out toward you for feeding or calming. Some have 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&Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Crib category. The design is stylish and sleek, but it's slightly larger than other options, so it may not be the ideal choice for small spaces. It is also quite heavy at over 10kg and requires some maneuvering to place it. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as simple to get into and out of as some other bedside sleepers, because the sides aren't flexible enough and you have to bend to scoop your baby up.