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The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside crib is a bassinet type crib that is attached directly to your bed. This allows baby to sleep safely close to you. This is a great option to allow your baby to be close enough for a relaxed feedings during the first few months of his life.

The HALO bassiNest Essentia is the winner of our best bedside cots test. It has a swiveling sleep surface and sidewalls that can be lowered easily. This makes it easier to reach out to relax and get to sleep.

Safety

A bedside crib is a great solution for new parents who wish to keep their infant close but without compromising their security. The cot is attached to the side of your mattress and has a moveable end that you can reach out to your baby. It can be used as a night-time feeding station or to soothe your baby to sleep. This is a great option, especially for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots are available in a variety of styles and sizes, and some include storage. If you're looking for a bedside cot, be sure to check the safety features to make sure it is safe for your baby.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is a stylish-looking cot that's easy to build and compact. Its oval design is perfect for infants who play around in their sleep, because it ensures that they don't get stuck in the corner like they might with an oblong cot. This cot is also easy to fit through standard door frames which is a major advantage for parents who are stretched out by their space.

Another good choice is the La Redoute Willox Adjustable Cot Bed. The cot comes with a variety of features that make parenting easier, and it looks great. Its adjustable sides allow it to grow with your child and then convert into a toddler's bed once the time arrives. It's also lightweight, so it's easy to move around the home.

A crib with a high mesh side is a nice feature to have at the bedside cot co sleeper of a crib. This will stop your baby from falling. It should be securely fitted to your bed, with no gaps or loose parts. If you're unsure about fitting a bedside cot by yourself, ask a professional to do it for you.

Sleeping in a co-sleeper is not recommended until your baby is at least six months of age. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS recommend that you should not let your newborn sleep in your bed. This is due to the risk of suffocation and overheating. If you do need to co-sleep the bedside crib is the safest option.

Size

A bedside cot is an upholstered bassinet cot that is fixed to the side of your bed. It comes with a side which can be lifted or lowered down to let you reach your baby quickly, without needing to leave the bed. Celebrity moms like Stacey Solomon Binky Felstead, and Lucy Mecklenburgh are awestruck by these. They are ideal for those with limited mobility after a C-section.

The Maxi-Cosi Lora is our number one choice. It comes with a peekaboo feature that allows you to see your baby on the bottom of the mattress. It also adjusts to the height of your mattress, although some mothers have complained about the difficulty of moving it up and down. It's also among our lightest options and can fold into a suitcase-sized bag. This makes it ideal to travel with your baby.

Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which converts into a bassinet, travel cot and playpen - it even was awarded our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards gold award in the best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. It has an adjustable shelf for storage and is easy to lift into and out of the car. However, some mums thought it was a bit too large and wide for small areas, particularly when used as a twin bedside cot mattress.

Design

The best bedside cribs are sleek, stylish and contemporary. Some cribs have innovative designs, like a peek-aboo flap on the sides that let you check on your baby without disturbing him. Other features, like adjustable height are useful if your partner is having difficulties getting out of bed. Some sleepers are also suitable as a bassinet, cot, or for babies who have reflux. There are a lot of options if you're looking for something more traditional.

The CoZee Air by Tutti Bambini won bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Moses Basket category. Next2me Magic was also shortlisted. Both come with adjustable heights, and can be converted into a travel cot that can be used for use outside of the home. They're also light and easy to move from room room.

Other mums like the Lua Bedside Sleeper, which has a changing mat and storage area, as in addition to a collapsible bassinet that turns into a mini portable cot bedside as well as a storage bag. Jasmine says that it is the ideal size for babies and is bigger than Moses baskets, which may feel flimsy or thin.

The iCandy Cocoon is another great alternative. It can be used as a Moses Basket, cot or travel cot. It comes with a pop-up changer, a handy shelf for toys and books and a mesh adjustable side that allows you to have an excellent view of your baby. It's not very light but it's easy to move around and looks fantastic in any bedroom.

Cost

Cost is a major factor when you are looking for a crib, bassinet, or bedside co sleeper cot sleeper. Many of the most sought-after models are quite expensive but there are many cheaper alternatives that won't cost a fortune. Some come in different styles and colors to complement the decor of your nursery.

The best wooden bedside cot cots have adjustable sides and can be raised to match the bed's height. Some models have an incline setting which is ideal for babies with reflux. They can also be folded when not in use and some models have an included travel bag that is perfect for mothers who frequently go out or have guests staying with them.

Bedside cots are typically slightly larger than Moses baskets, but are smaller than cribs. They can be moved from room to in case you have to, and some have the side that lowers so that you can pull your baby out toward you for feeding or calming. Some models come with a built-in rocker that can help soothe your baby to sleep.

The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced model that was nominated in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. The design is stylish and sleek, but it's slightly larger than some of the other options, meaning it's not the best fit for tight spaces. It's also fairly heavy, at more than 10kg, and will require some maneuvering to get it in position. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this mattress don't bend as much, which means you have to bend to take your baby.