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Official safety sleeping guidelines from both NHS and Lullaby Trust recommends that newborns sleep in their own cot or Moses basket. A bedside crib is an efficient and space-saving option for parents who share a room.
Mumsnetters adore this co-sleeper since it's big enough with plenty of space for babies to grow and wriggle and more spacious than the size of a Moses basket. It's also easy to put together and comes with a travel bag.
What is a bedside cot?
bedside baby bed cots (also known as bassinets, side sleepers or co-sleepers) are a safe and convenient way for your baby to sleep with you during the first few months. These cribs are attached to your bed and let you bring your baby closer to you for night feeding or comforting without the danger of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome that is a result of traditional bed-sharing. These cribs are also ideal for mothers who are nursing or recovering from a Cesarean Section.
These cots are typically smaller than a standard cot, but still offer plenty of space for your baby to sleep. You can pick from various designs and features based on your preferences. Many bedside cribs come with the option of removing or dropping down the side that makes it easier to reach your baby at night for feedings. They are also available in different heights depending on the size of your bed.
Some bedside cribs have a riser which allows you to create an incline in the sleeping area. This can be helpful with reflux. They also come with a zip off side to make cleaning easy. Some have manual rocking features which can be a relaxing distraction for your newborn. You'll require a mattress that's air-conditioned to match your crib. It must be at least 30cm thick to allow your baby plenty of headroom.
A bedside crib is an investment but you can be sure your newborn will get a secure and comfortable sleep. With stars like Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid all fans of the SNOO
bedside crib travel cot crib, it's definitely worth considering this stylish alternative to moses basket.
Safety
Official safe sleeping guidelines from the Lullaby Trust and NHS advises that babies born today should be placed in the same bed as you during the first six months, but not in your bed to lower the risk of suffocation, and to decrease the risk of sudden infant death syndrome. A bedside crib allows you to keep your baby close so that you can calm them down and night feed them without leaving your bed. This is an excellent option if you are recovering from an operation or a C-section and are unable to move.
Our top pick for a bedside cot the Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3-in-1 bedside crib for travel is compact and folds flat in a matter of seconds and fits into its own travel bag making it ideal for travel and nights away from home. It's one the lightest options for a bedside crib and has a soft, comfortable foam mattress with mesh panels that let air flow. It also has an optional incline option. It also won Gold at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Moses Basket or Cot Crib.
Another fantastic
cheap bedside cot cot is the Chicco Next2me Magic bedside crib that was awarded Bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It comes with a built-in changing mat and storage solution It weighs just 10kg, and comes with an adjustable side that can be lowered down for easy access.
Style
For many mums, particularly those who have had a C-section A crib that is placed near the bed can be an absolute godsend. They are attached to your bed so you can reach your baby easily without needing to get up, allowing you to night feed them and comfort them quickly. The close proximity to the baby can also aid in increasing the amount of milk produced by mothers who breastfeed.
Bassinets aren't just convenient but also fashionable. This is the reason they're so popular. Some are more spacious than Moses Baskets, and some have extra features, like a gentle incline. Designed to fit by your bed, they can usually be moved around the home as the baby grows older, and some are portable enough to take on the go too making them perfect for parents who are new to traveling.
It's important to choose an cot with bedside that is easy to use drop-sides. This allows you to lower your baby into the bassinet without having to lift them up into your arms. This can be a challenge for mothers who have limited mobility. Chicco Next2Me Magic is one of these models that has been highly praised and was shortlisted by Mumsnetters in the category of Best Cot or Crib Moses Basket for our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards.
Some models also come with a transparent side, which allows you to be able to always view your baby. This is especially useful in the case of 3am feeds that are bleary-eyed when one glance could make all the difference. As was noted by Emily who is our MFM home test participant the Sleepiest BassiNest an excellent choice. It is easy to lower.
Budget
If you're not quite ready to make the transition to a larger cot, an infant crib on your bed could be the perfect solution. This bassinet-style cot attaches to the bed's side so that you can easily reach your baby for evening feeds and also comfort them without disrupting your sleep. It's also a great option for those who suffer from limited movement after an operation and is a popular option with famous mothers like Stacey Solomon and Binky Felstead.
Our Parents Testers loved the new model of this popular crib from Chicco that won the 2021 Mother&Baby Award for Best Cot Crib, Crib or Moses Basket. It's large and breathable, and has six height settings to accommodate growing babies as well as a gentle incline setting. It can be used as a travel crib and comes with a handy storage case.
A bedside crib can be tricky to move around the home however our Parents Testers found the Shnuggle Air beside crib really easy to maneuver. It's one of the lighter options that can be packed into its own travel bag.
The SnuzPod
bedside travel cot cot is another highly rated product that's easy to fold and assemble with plenty of features for an unwinding night's sleep. It has a lift-off bassinet that fits more beds than any other cot, and its breathable fabric helps your baby regulate their temperature. It also has a soft rocking function, as well as an incline setting to help with reflux, and is lightweight enough to use as a travel cot while you're out and about. It's a little more expensive than other cots for bed, but our Parent Testers believe it's worth the extra cost.