Guide To Large Bedside Cot: The Intermediate Guide In Large Bedside Cot
Choosing a Large Bedside Cot
Bedside cots, also referred to as bassinets and co-sleepers, are designed to allow parents to sleep close to their infants at night without the danger of SIDS. They are only recommended for up to 6 months, when your baby will be ready to be moved to an actual crib.
MFM home tester Mehack loved that this model has a lift-off bassinet you can use throughout the house, as well as the ability to rock manually. It was simple to put together, and even came with a travel bag.
Size
Cots and cots differ in size and size, with cots being a bit smaller than cot beds. Cots can also be transformed into toddler beds. However, cots are usually only used for children up to the age of three. If you're opting for a wooden cot, you'll find two sizes available that are large and standard both of which convert into a cot bed/toddler bed. If you'd like your child (or children) to be able to sleep in a bigger cot, it's a great option to select the larger size.
Jasmine is an MFM mom who tried the product at home, said she liked that it was a bit bigger than the typical Moses basket, but not too large for her baby’s room. She says that it is easy to get the baby into and out of the cot during night feeds or for soothing and that it's quality is superior to others she has seen that are flimsy.
Emily, another home tester, loves the flexibility of the Maxi-Cosi lora which is a lift-off, portable bassinet. It also is a rock. It also comes with a reflux incline option and a machine-washable liner that is breathable. It was also shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Moses Basket category. The Lora fits South African cot mattress unlike many international or European brands. This means that you do not need to purchase a brand new mattress when your baby grows. However, large bedside crib does require a special bespoke bedding set (60x120cm). Here you can find the ideal mattress for your cot.
Height
When you are choosing a cot for your bed, look for one that can be raised up to a level that is comfortable for you when feeding baby. It must also be lower out of the way, so that you can pull your child towards you to feed them at night or to soothe him. This feature is especially helpful when you're recovering from an operation such as a C-section. For instance the Next2me and Tutti Bambini cots can be adjusted up to a height of 58cm while the Snuzpod 3 goes up to 63cm and the Knuma huddle up to 70cm.
You should also think about how low you would like the bottom of your crib to be. While some moms find it easier to lift their children out of traditional Moses baskets at the lowest height, other mums prefer a higher base to give them more stability. One of our mom testers mentioned that the Joie Roomie Glide was a popular option. It has an easily collapsible side that you can push at the push of the button.
Be aware that a bedside or bassinet device should only be used when your baby can hold his head up without assistance, which is usually around 6 months. This is due to the risk of inhaling suffocation. It's also important to know that if you choose a bassinet/bedside sleeper that can be converted into a crib it is necessary to begin removing the sides once your child is ready for this to ensure that they don't climb out or fall out of bed.
Design
There are many different styles of bedside crib, ranging from simple to luxurious. Some of the more luxurious options include features such as an integrated light, a soothing center that plays music and sounds and has two levels to help ease your baby back to sleep or an adjustable footrest that allows you to reach your child when you need to feed them. There are also models that can be transformed into a cot bed or toddler bed (or both) which is ideal when your child is ready to transition to a bigger bed.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air for instance was awarded Bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot Moses Basket or Crib category. large bedside crib has a swivelling bottom that allows you to pick up your baby and transfer them to the other side of the crib without getting out of the bed. This is ideal for new mothers recovering from Caesareans or who have to remain in bed for long periods of time. large bedside cot was awed by this feature, saying it was simple to use and made reaching her baby much easier - especially after her c-section.
Another alternative is the Chicco Next2me Magic, which won Gold at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the category of Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket. It also includes a machine-washable liner, reflux incline, and rocking function. It's a bit bigger than the other bedside cribs we looked at, but it folds flat into its travel bag, so it is relatively compact when not in use.
Leya, MFM mum home tester, also praised the bedside crib's functionality. She claimed that it was designed for parents and infants. It is lightweight and easy to move. Its swivelling base is brilliant as it means you can move the bassinet from side to side and one of its sides can be opened down to ease access - particularly for new mums who are recovering from C-sections,' she added.
Safety
The main safety characteristic of a bedside cot is that it is able to be moved up or down to allow parents to reach their child when they need to feed, comfort them, or change their nappy. This is ideal for mothers who are recovering from the c-section. Look for a design that allows you to lower one side at the push of a button. This way, you can easily lift your baby without needing to get out of bed. This is crucial, particularly as your child grows and becomes more mobile. You should also avoid adding anything to the cot that increases the risk of suffocation or injury, like duvets and pillows, which can cause babies to overheat.
The CPSC's NPR includes 24 incidents that are attributed to product-related issues like gaps between the bedside sleeper (adult bed) and the bedside sleeper (12 incidents), fabric-sided enclosed openings (11) and consumer misassembly (6 incidents).
In its NPR the CPSC looked into the possibility of adding additional requirements to bedside sleepers. For example, these products would have to meet the minimum side height requirements for bassinets or at least the maximum height requirements for the lowered rail. The CPSC decided, however, that these requirements weren't efficient or effective in reducing the amount of instances where infants are trapped by the bedside rail as well as an adult bed.
The majority of the reported incidents in the NPR included bedside sleepers with multiple uses that can be converted to other modes such as bassinets and play yards. A number of commenters suggested that the CPSC add a second clause to the proposed rule for bedside sleepers that are multi-use that would allow them to meet minimum side height requirements for bassinets by using a removable attachment. Attachments can be permanently fixed or disconnected when the product's not being used as a bassinet for babies.
The CPSC is considering these and other comments received in response to its NPR on bedside sleepers. The Commission will take into consideration these comments when it votes on the final rule which is expected to be released in the month of November 2021.