Five People You Need To Know In The Best Bedside Cots Industry

The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside crib is a bassinet style crib that can be attached directly to your bed. This lets your baby sleep safely close to you. This is a great choice for parents who want their child to be close for fuss-free feedings during the first few months of his life.

The HALO BassiNest Essentia was crowned our top bedside cot test, featuring an adjustable sleeping surface that can be swiveled and sidewalls that dip down effortlessly. This allows you to reach over and comfort them.

Safety

A bedside crib is a great solution for new parents that want to keep their child close but without compromising their security. This type of crib is attached to one side of your mattress. It is movable so that you can reach out to your baby. It can be used as a night time feeding station or to soothe your baby back to sleep. It's also a great choice for mothers who've had a C-section. Bedside cots come in a variety of sizes and styles, and some include storage. If bedside baby bed in the market for a bedside cot ensure you look over the safety features to make sure it's safe for your baby.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is an elegant cot that is easy to build and compact. Its oval shape is ideal for babies who roll around in their sleep, as it means that they won't be stuck in the corner as they might with a rectangular cot. The cot is also easy to fit through door frames that are standard which is a major advantage for parents who are stretched out by their space.

La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another good alternative. It comes with a number of features that make parenting simpler and it looks stunning. Its adjustable sides let it grow 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 high mesh crib side is a good feature to have on a bedside crib. This will prevent your child from falling. It should be securely fitted to your bed without gaps or parts that are loose. If you're not sure about fitting a bedside cot by yourself or hiring a professional, let a professional install it for you.

The ideal scenario is to avoid sleeping with your baby until they're at minimum six months old. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS recommend that you do not let your newborn sleep in your bed. This is because of the possibility of suffocation and overheating. If you must co-sleep with your child, a crib at the bedside is the ideal option.

Size

A bedside cot, also referred to as the bassinet, is a cot that is attached to the side of your mattress. It has a side that can be raised or lowered so that you can reach your baby without having to get out of bed. They are a favorite of celeb moms such as Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh and are perfect for those who may be unable to move after having a C-section.

The Maxi-Cosi Lora is our number one pick. It comes with an option to peek behind that allows you to see your baby at the bottom of the mattress. It can also be adjusted to the mattress's height, although some mothers have complained about the difficulty of moving it up and down. It's also among our lightest choices and can be folded into a suitcase size. This makes it ideal for travel with your baby.

The Slumber 3-in-1 is a great alternative. It can be used as a travel cot or bassinet, and it also doubles as playpen. This product won the gold award at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards, in the category of Best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib. It comes with a useful storage shelf below and is light enough to carry into and out of the car. Some mothers have thought it was a bit too large and wide for small areas, particularly when used as a bedside sleeper.

Design

The best cribs for your bed are sleek, stylish and modern. Some have innovative designs including a peek-aboo flap on the side, to let you monitor your baby without disturbing them. Other features, like adjustable heights, are useful when your child has difficulty getting up and down from their bed. Some sleepers are also suitable as a bassinet, cot, or for reflux babies. There are plenty of options for those who want something more traditional.

Some of our top picks are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini that won bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Award Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category and the Next2me Magic shortlisted in the same category. Both have adjustable height, and can be turned into a travel cot for use outside of the home. They're also extremely light and easy to move from room to room.

Other mothers like the Lua Bedside Sleeper that has an adjustable changing mat and storage area as it also has 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 larger than Moses baskets that can feel thin or flimsy.

Another option that is great is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as an Moses basket, cot or travel cot. It has a pop-up changing table as well as a shelf to store books and toys, and a mesh, adjustable side that offers an excellent view of your baby. It's not lightweight however it's easy to move around and looks great in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're looking for a bedside sleeper, crib or bassinet, price will be a factor. Some of the most popular models are quite expensive but there are many cheaper alternatives that won't cost a fortune. Many are available in a variety of styles and colors to match your nursery decor.

The most effective bedside cots come with adjustable sides and can be raised to meet the bed's height. Some models come with an incline option that is perfect for babies with reflux. They can also fold away when not in use and some models even have bags for travel that is perfect for new mothers who often go out or have guests staying in.

Bedside cots are generally slightly larger than Moses baskets, but smaller than cribs. They can be moved from room to if you need to and some come with the side that lowers so that you can pull your baby towards you for night feeds or to soothe. Some models also come with built-in rockers so 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. It's stylish and sleek however it is a little wider than other options. It's not suitable for small spaces. It is also quite heavy at more than 10kg, and requires some maneuvering to put it in place it. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as easy to get in and out of like other bedside sleepers, because the sides don't flex much and you'll have to bend to pick up your baby.