Bedside Cosleeper

A bedside cosleeper is a bassinet that attaches to the side of your adult bed. If you stick to the CSPC guidelines for sleeping spaces for infants it's secure.

These guidelines are similar to the crib bedding standards. You can read more about these guidelines here. When choosing a bedside sleeping device safety, comfort, and convenience are the most important factors to consider.

Safety

In accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation that infants are in the same room with their parents cosleeping (a practice that is also known as bed-sharing) has gained popularity with a lot of new and expecting parents. The Academy says that sharing rooms is safer than sleeping with a baby in the same bed since it lowers the chance of Sudden Unexpected Death in Infants, or SIDS. The AAP doesn't recommend bed sharing however it does suggest that sleeping on an individual sleeping surface is a great way to decrease the risk of SIDS. The development of the bedside crib was crucial for many families.

A bedside cosleeper can be described as a crib-like sleeper that attaches to an adult bed frame. The bedside cosleeper (www.demilked.com) allows parents to keep an eye on their baby and gives them the option of sleeping in their own bed. The most reliable cosleepers meet strict safety standards and are made with durable, high-quality components. Look for the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) stamp of approval, which indicates rigorous testing of the product and quality control to ensure your child's safe cosleeping experience.

The safety of a bedside sleeper depends on several factors such as the way it is set up and connected to the parent's bed. If the bedside cosleeper is not connected to the bed of the parent in a way that blocks the gaps and spaces in which an infant can become trapped, it could create an hazard of suffocation. It is essential that the attachment system of a bedside sleeper be tested to ensure that it can withstand the force that may be applied in the course of use, for example, parents rolling onto and off the sleeper, or a 25-lb. The attachment system, or the corners of the best bedside cot sleeper should be tested against the horizontal force.

The standard for bedside sleepers incorporates by reference to the federal consumer safety standard for bassinets and cradles (16 CFR part 1218) and includes requirements for the performance of enclosed openings made of fabric. The requirements that are mandatory in the standard also address head and neck dangers through requiring that, following the application and release of 50-lb. The standard also states that after the release and application of a 50-lb. It is not allowed to create a gap greater than 1.0 in. ASTM's electronic Reading Room offers read-only versions of the standard.

Convenience

While many parents have avoided cosleeping because of fears of suffocation SIDS or the "Ferberization" process that requires children to be in a room by themselves Anthropologists have long observed that mammals and primates, as well as people who live in non-Western societies, have regularly co-slept. This is due to the fact that babies are soothed when they hear the voice of their mother, and may also learn to soothe themselves.

The top bedside co sleeper sleepers have clever design that can be attached to the sides of any bed and can be swiveled for ease of access to feedings in the middle of the night or diaper changes. Look for a model with adjustable feet, which retract to accommodate different sizes of mattresses. It should also come with a large storage area for all of your baby bedside sleeper's essentials.

Select a bedside sleeper that fits standard crib bedding to be used safely as your child grows. Think about a model that's convertible and can be used as a play yard or a more substantial bassinet. It will last for a long time.

Portability

Based on the dimensions of your bedroom, a bedside cosleeper with wheels and/or a lightweight base may be easier to move around the house than one that has a heavy wood frame or large base. The babybay travel cot bedside crib sleeper, HALO BassiNest Essentia and Snoo Smart Sleeper are all equipped with excellent portability features. Adjustable feet that retract to accommodate platforms; legs fold inward to give the most comfortable closeness to the mattress; and sidewalls made of 100% mesh that let airflow without fabric covering baby bedside sleeper's mouth or nose.

The Arm's Reach ClearVue is a top choice. It adjusts in 1" increments and can be used as a bassinet or a portable bed. It also swivels, allowing the baby to be easily accessible to comfort, nurse or check on her throughout the night.