Newborn small bedside cot Cot
A newborn bedside travel crib cot is a tiny sleeper that allows babies to share the same room as their parents without the dangers of co-sleeping (which the AAP recommends against due to SIDS and suffocation). It also makes mid-night nursing sessions and care much easier.
This sleeper features a firm mattress that is designed to help babies' backs and decrease the chance of SIDS. It can be swiveled over the bed of your adult to make it easier for you to get your baby out for midnight nursing or sunrise cuddles.
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A bedside cot, also referred to as a co-sleeper, an infant cot with a bassinet design that is attached or clipped to your bed. This allows you to comfortably and safely reach your baby during the night for feeding or comforting cuddles. They are a great option for mothers or new parents recovering from a c-section as they offer an easy access to baby and do not require you to get up.
There are many different designs available, from the simple ones with the drop-down side, to more sophisticated ones with various adjustment options, such as incline or height. The majority of them can be converted into a standalone crib for naps during the day or when your baby is about months old and sleeps longer at night.
One of our favorites is the Maxi-Cosi Lura, which was nominated for the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for the categories of best bedside cots Cot, Crib or Moses Basket. MFM home tester Emily said she was impressed by how chic and modern the design was. She also appreciated the fact that it could be used as a bassinet or attached to your existing bed, for safe side-byside sleeping. She also appreciated its luxurious mattress which was able to pass our tests of firmness and it also has an option to manually tilt it for reflux sufferers.
She didn't like that it had a mesh panel at the bottom and thought it was too bulky to move from room to room. When it was folded into its travel bag, she found it to be quite heavy to carry up the stairs.
Size
A bedside cot is similar to the bassinet, which is attached to the side of your bed. It allows you to easily reach your newborn for middle-of-the-night feeding, nappies and comforting. It's ideal for mothers recovering from a c-section.
The NHS and Lullaby Trust advise you to keep your baby in the same space as you, but separated from you for the first six months since this will help decrease the chance of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). The crib at the bedside crib to cot with its low sides, is a great method to achieve this. It lets you access your baby easily during the night.
It's important that your newborn sleeps on a firm mattress since it is safer than a mattress that is soft. Babies don't have motor control to turn over and a soft mattress could increase the risk of drowning. The breathable fabric and skin-friendly materials make the mattress comfortable for your baby but sufficient to ensure safety.
Mum Jasmin was happy that the crib didn't occupy too much space in her room and thought it was the ideal size for a newborn. She also noted that the mattress was of good quality unlike other cribs that are thin and fragile. She also likes that it has a storage area beneath to store blankets and clothing which she believes most bassinets do not have.
Mehack Mehack, an MFM mother who has tested the product at home, likes that you can remove the wall on the side to make it easier to access your baby. She also loves that legs fold into the bed so it doesn't appear heavy or take up too much floor space. She's also amazed by how it was simple to move around her house when she needed to do feeds and check-ins during the night.
The CoZee Air crib is a popular choice for parents. It won the Gold Award in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It is a clever design that has four pulleys that can be used to raise or lower your crib. There is also an ample basket for toys, blankets, and other essentials. It's also simple to put together and light in weight, which is useful for travelling with your baby.
Safety
It's important to consider the safety of a newborn bedside crib. The official safety sleep guidelines of both the Lullaby Trust and NHS recommends that babies should not be sleeping in the bed of their parents because of the risks of overheating, suffocation and a higher risk of suffering from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Bedside bassinets allow parents to keep their newborn close by, facilitating night-time feedings and monitoring without needing to get up from their beds.
This close proximity also helps breastfeeding mothers as they can take care of their infant's needs without waking up at all times, which can help to maintain milk supply and support the breastfeeding experience. Some cots for twin bedside cot have adjustable height options, which will help ensure that the bassinet is an ideal height for mother and baby to allow easy access to mid-night feedings or for care.
Many bassinets come with a mattress that is designed to minimize the risk of suffocation and meets industry standards. It is important to provide support for the bones of a newborn, as they are still soft and aren't fully formed. The mattress should be covered with a fitted sheet to decrease the risk that dust mites or other allergens, can choke a child. It must also be kept clean and free of irritants.
Some bedside cots can be tilted, which can be beneficial for babies with reflux or digestive issues, but this should always be done with extreme caution and at a gentle angle. It is also important to avoid putting pillows, duvets or padded crib bumpers to the bassinet, as these can pose the risk of suffocation for your baby. They should only be used when the cot is on an even surface.
You should also consider the bassinet with a secure attachment system. It can be connected to your bed without the need of tools. This feature can be particularly useful for parents who struggle to lift their child in and out of the cot or who are worried about accidentally rolling over during sleep. If your bassinet does have secured attachments, it's a good idea to regularly make sure it's secure and that there aren't gaps or loose parts that could pose a hazard.
Comfort
If you're expecting a child and you're worried about the safety of your infant is undoubtedly one of your top concerns. There's a new sleep solution that lets you keep your baby close to you at night, without the danger of bed-sharing. The baby bedside cot is essentially a bassinet-style cot that is attached to the bed's side and allows you to move them towards you for feeding at night and calming. It's also a great choice for mums recovering from a csection, since it makes it less necessary to bend down too far or even take a step out of the bed.
A modern newborn bedside cot should have a firm, flat mattress to help ensure a safe sleep and reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Bedding should be easy with a cot sheet and blanket tucked tightly at the bottom. Avoid toys, bumpers or pillows as these can be thrown over your baby and pose a risk of suffocation. If your baby has been used to being swaddled for several weeks and you want to use the swaddle or baby sleep bag. But, it should be removed once they have the strength to take them off.
Some cribs with a bedside have an open or removable side to make it easy for your baby for feedings in the middle of the night and comforting. This is a great feature for parents who want to maintain a close relationship with their child, while adhering to NHS guidelines on sleep. If you're planning to co-sleep in the same bed with your baby it's important to know that this practice has been linked to an increased risk of SIDS, particularly if a parent unintentionally is able to roll onto their child during sleep.
A breathable fabric will keep your baby comfortable and cool throughout the night. This is especially crucial if you intend to co-sleep with your newborn since the chance of overheating is higher during sleep. The SnuzPod4 features a unique breathable side panel that helps improve airflow, keeping your baby warm.