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The Best Bedside Cot For Newborns
A bedside crib is a bassinet-style cot that is attached to the bed's side which makes it easy to reach your baby to feed them without fuss. They are suitable from birth until around six months.
Official safe sleeping guidelines from both the NHS and The Lullaby Trust recommends newborns sleep in a separate cot to parents' beds to reduce the risk of SIDS. The best bedside cots allow this.
1. Arm's Reach Cosleeper with Clear-Vue
Co-sleeping was a new idea, a father and son team formed Arm's Reach and came up with a design that would allow parents to be able to sleep comfortably with their infants. It was the first-ever bedside cot that allowed babies to sleep close by without suffocating or falling into the mattress or on the parent's side of the bed. Clear-Vue has been in use for 25 years and has never been any reported injuries or fatalities.
It comes with a fitted mattress and the bassinet. The bassinet can be used for infants up to five months old or until they are climbing up on their knees. The Co-Sleeper can be used as a stand-alone bassinet or it can be attached to the parent's bed with the strap that comes with it and plate. It's easy to switch between the two modes by a simple pull of a string, but you should be aware that it doesn't meet federal standards for an attached bed so your child should never be left unattended in this sleeping arrangement.
McKenna was also impressed with the Co-Sleeper's ease of use. She noted that it is easy to get your baby in and out of the bassinet from the comfort of your bed for feedings at night or for other requirements. He also praised its safety, saying the Co-Sleeper is in compliance with all standards for bassinets and cribs and has been on the market for decades, with "probably 1.5 million units sold" and no reports of infants dying or being injured.
The Clear-Vue bedside cot was the easiest to access of all the cots that we tried. The swiveling sleeping area and the adjustable height of the Clear-Vue helped you to reach your baby and soothe them. Other models had lower sidewalls that required you to reach over or bend down to retrieve your child however not the Clear-Vue.
The Clear-Vue was the only one in our top five that didn't attach to the bed of the parent. However, it was a close second and far superior to a few of the other models we tested that were designed to be connected to parent beds. It's sturdy and solid with plenty of storage.
2. HALO Bassinest
The HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper is the only bedside cot that rotates 360 degrees to keep baby close and make it easier for parents to get out and in to the bed. It also has a lowering wall that lets moms care for their babies without having to get out of bed. This is an excellent feature for nursing mothers who require assistance with feeding their babies in clusters in the first months after birth.
The Bassinest features mesh sides that allow airflow and a swivel function for parents who want to monitor the baby throughout the night. The baby's presence and easy to see can make all the difference in the motherhood jitters particularly during late-night nursing sessions.
The Bassinest scored well in the Convenience Assessment, which evaluates features that make it easy to use and clean. This is a necessity for anyone who has to face spit-ups and diaper blowouts in the first few weeks of life. cotsfortots can be cleaned easily by water and is light. The mattress pad can also be washed. It also comes with a side pouch that is handy to store items such as diapers and nipple cream, which are indispensable in the early hours of motherhood.
There are a variety of models of Bassinest. One is the standard Essentia model, which is without additional features. Another is the LUXE Plus series, which has white noise and vibrating to help babies fall asleep and stay asleep. Both models come with the mattress pad, a fitted sheet, and a huge storage caddy that's more spacious than the storage pouches on other Bassinest models.
The LUXE Plus series comes with a lowering-wall lock, a sturdy and sturdy base that can be adjusted for most beds that are between 22" and 34" and an adjustable floor lamp that lets you see your baby throughout the day, and a movable storage bag that can be used to store additional bedding or other items. It's not ideal for travel due the size and weight, but the swivel function is great to keep baby close while you're at home.
3. Joie Roomie Glide
The design is designed to make bonding between parents an absolute pleasure this co-sleeper from English brand Joie is more than just a bedside crib. It lets you snuggle with your child without sharing the bed. Sooth, feed or cuddle your baby right from the cozy slumber of your own and enjoy every waking moment of the infant stage.
The Joie Roomie Glide Cot is easy to use and clean. It's ideal for parents who want to sleep together with their newborn. Its cocoon-shaped rounded design and soft side panels that are padded and a double mesh window allows you to monitor your baby's sleep from your bed or sofa. The sliding side panel lifts and lowers with one hand, making it much easier to answer those late night wakeup calls. The gliding motion gently soothes your child into a peaceful slumber so you can get a restful night's sleep as well.
The crib is fitted with the mattress that is washable and removable. It's also light and durable. It comes with four locking wheels to keep it in place, and is covered in a rubbery fabric to protect the floor.
The Roomie Glide's adjustable height is among its greatest features. You can adjust the legs so that they are perfectly aligned with the mattress of your baby. This is particularly useful when you're breastfeeding since it lets you feed your baby close without having to leave your bed. The height also helps reduce the risk of your baby falling out of the crib.
Another great feature is the built-in rocking mechanism that is perfect for babies. Two buttons on the crib's side activate a gentle rocking movement that is soothing and comforting for infants. You can choose between a leisurely or energetic tempo, and the glide function can be locked when your baby is asleep.
The only drawback to the Roomie Glide is that it's only suitable for infants, so you'll need to upgrade to a larger cot once your baby is six months old (usually around when they move into their own bedroom). Roanna found it to be a fantastic cotbed though and would definitely recommend it.
4. Bjorn Cradle
The Bjorn Cradle is an excellent option for parents who want a simple, stylish bedside cot. Its simple design looks great in any room and is easy to use and set up. Its low height is also a great feature for parents who need to keep an eye on their child during sleep. This bassinet scored above the average in our Eco-Health Category because it contains no chemicals that cause flames and has a an extremely low amount of harmful materials. It is also certified by Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class I for baby items.
The BabyBjorn Cradle offers a warm compact cradle that soothes babies by gentle rocking movements. The cradle can rock the baby gently or parents can manually rock it manually. The transparent mesh sides of the cradle promote air circulation, which allows parents to keep an eye on their child while they sleep.
In addition to its small size The cradle's light weight makes it easy to move from room room. It is also easy to clean and is machine-washable using the mattress pad and designated sheet. It is vital to note that the cradle shouldn't be used in conjunction with any additional cushion, mattress, pillow, comforter, or bedding, as this can pose the risk of suffocation for infants.
As with all sleep environments it's essential to practice safe sleep habits to minimize the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). It is important to place your baby on its back at every nap, and also in the cradle. It is also recommended to stop using the cradle if your baby starts pushing up on their knees or hands or reaches 8kg/18lbs.
Like the rest of our bassinets and cribs, the BabyBjorn cradle is made with safe materials for children that are tested to meet the most recent safety standards. The manufacturer tests their products to be sure they do not contain toxic chemicals or substances that could harm your child. The fabric used in the cradle is polyester and cotton and is free of allergens that can cause irritation to the skin of your baby. The fabric also aids in air circulation and is hypoallergenic.