A Productive Rant About Best Bedside Cots

The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside cot is a bassinet-style crib that can be attached to your bed, making it safe for babies to sleep right next to you. This is a great choice when you want your baby to be near for fuss-free feeds during the first few months of.

The HALO BassiNest Essentia was crowned our top bedside cot in our test, with a swiveling sleeping surface and sidewalls that dip down effortlessly. This makes it easier to reach for comfort and lull them back to sleep.

Safety

A bedside cot is the ideal solution for new parents who want to keep their baby close but not sacrifice safety. The cot is attached to the side of your bed and has a single end that can be lifted up or lowered down so that you can reach your child. It can also 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 have had C-sections. Bedside cots come in various sizes and styles and some even have storage. If you're in the market for a bedside cot, make sure you check out the safety features to be sure it is safe for your child.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is an elegant cot that is easy to build and compact. Its oval shape is perfect for babies who roll around in their sleep. They won't end up in a corner like they would with the rectangular cot. It is also able to fit through doors with standard frames which is a major advantage for parents who are stretched out by their space.

Another great option is the La Redoute Willox Adjustable Cot Bed. This cot is an excellent all-purpose cot, with plenty of features that make parenting easier as well as beautiful design. Its movable sides mean it will grow with your child and transform into a toddler bed when they're ready. It's also light, so it's easy to move around the home.

A good quality bedside crib should have high mesh sides to prevent your baby from falling out. It should also be fitted securely to your bed with no gaps or loose areas. Ask a professional if you aren't confident in installing a crib on your bed.

It is recommended to avoid co-sleeping with your infant until they're at least six months old. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS, advise that you don't allow your baby to sleep in your bed. This is due to the risk of overheating and suffocation. If you are forced to share a bed with your child, a crib placed at the bedside is the ideal alternative.

Size

A bedside cot is a bassinet-style cot that fixes to the bed's side. It features a side that is able to be adjusted to let you reach your baby without having to leave the bed. Celebrity moms like Stacey Solomon Binky Felstead, and Lucy Mecklenburgh are awestruck by these.  bedside cot for twins  are ideal for those who are unable to move following a C-section.

Our top choice, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with a peekaboo flap that lets you see your baby from the bottom of the bed and it adjusts to the height of your mattress however some moms have complained that it was difficult to move up and down. It is also one of our lightest choices and folds into a suitcase-sized package. This makes it perfect for traveling with your baby.

Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which transforms into a travel cot, bassinet and playpen - it even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards gold medal in the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It has a handy storage shelf below and is extremely light to lift into and out of the car. Some mothers, however, found it too long and wide to be able to fit in tight spaces, especially when used as a sleeper on the bed.

Design

The best cribs for your bed will be sleek, stylish and modern. Some cribs come with innovative designs, like an open-air flap on the sides to allow you to check on your baby without disturbing him. Other features like adjustable height are beneficial if your partner is having trouble getting out of bed. Some sleepers are also suitable as a bassinet, cot or for babies who have reflux. If you're looking for something more traditional there are a lot of options to choose from as well.

Some of our favorites are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini that won bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses or Basket category as well as the Next2me Magic, which was shortlisted in the same category. Both come with adjustable heights, and can be turned into a travel cot for use when away from home. They are also light and easy to move around.

Other moms love the Lua Bedside Sleeper that has a changing mat as well as a storage space as in addition to the bassinet, which can be collapsed into a mini cot as well as a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for newborns and is more substantial than Moses baskets, which are often 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 and a shelf that is perfect for toys and books, and a mesh, adjustable side that allows you to have a good view of your baby. It's not the lightest, but it's easy to move and looks sleek in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're in the market for a bedside sleeping device, crib or bassinet, the cost will be a major factor. Many of the most sought-after models are costly but there are many cheaper alternatives that won't break the bank. Some even come in a variety of styles and colors to fit the decor of your nursery.

The best bedside cribs can be adjusted and raised up to the height of your mattress. Some have an inclined position that is perfect for babies suffering from reflux. They can also be folded when not in use, and some models come with a travel bag included which is perfect for new mothers who often go out or have guests staying in.

Bedside cots are generally smaller than Moses baskets, but are smaller than cribs. Some are able to be moved from one place to another, while others have a side which can be raised to allow you to lift your baby towards you to feed them or calm him. Some have a built in rocker to soothe your baby to sleep.

The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced model that was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. It's sleek and stylish, but slightly larger than other options. This may not be suitable for smaller spaces. It's also a bit heavy, weighing over 10kg and requires some maneuvering to position it. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this mattress don't bend as much, which means you have to bend down to pick up your baby.