Bedside Cosleeper
A bedside cosleeper can be described as a bassinet that is attached to the side of your adult bed. If you stick to the CSPC guidelines for sleeping areas for infants it's secure.
These guidelines are similar in many ways to crib bedding standards. Find out more about the guidelines here. When selecting a bedside sleep device safety, comfort, and convenience are the main aspects to take into consideration.
Safety
In keeping with the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation that infants sleep in the same room as their parents cosleeping (a practice that is also known as bed-sharing) is becoming popular among many expecting and new parents. The Academy says that sharing a room with a baby is safer than sleeping in the same bed with parents, as it reduces the chance of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SIDS). The AAP does not recommend bed-sharing however, it does recommend that co-sleeping on a separate sleeping surface is a good option to reduce the risk of SIDS. This is the reason why the creation of the bedside cosleeper became so important for many families.
A bedside cosleeper attaches to a bed frame that is suitable for adults. It is similar to a crib sleeper. The bedside crib and travel cot cosleeper lets parents keep an eye on the baby and gives the baby the ability to sleep in their own bed. The most reliable cosleepers meet strict safety standards and are made using durable, high-quality materials. Look for the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) stamp of approval, which demonstrates rigorous testing of the product and quality controls, to ensure your child's safety cosleeping experience.
The safety of a bedside cosleeper depends on several factors such as the way it is set up and secured to the parent's bed. If the bedside cosleeper isn't attached to the parent's bed in a way that prevents the gaps and spaces where an infant could be trapped, it could create an hazard of suffocation. It is crucial that the attachment system for the bedside sleeper is tested in order to ensure that it can withstand forces that are applied to it during use, like the parent bouncing on and off the sleeper. The attachment system or corners on the bedside cosleeper must be exposed to an upward force.
The voluntary standard for bedside sleeping cribs is based on, the federal consumer safety standards for bassinets (16 CFR part 1218) and specifications for the performance of closed openings. The mandatory requirements in the standard also address head and neck dangers of entrapment by requiring that after the application and release of a 50-lb. The standard also stipulates that following the release and application of a 50-lb. must not be created. Read-only copies of the standard can be accessed at ASTM's electronic Reading Room.
Convenience
While many parents have avoided cosleeping because of fears of suffocation SIDS or the "Ferberization" process that makes children to sleep alone Anthropologists have noted that mammals and primates and people living in non-Western societies, frequently cosleep. It could be because infants are comforted by the familiar voice of their mother, and it may also help to practice self-soothing.
The best bedside sleepers feature a clever design that attaches to the sides of any mattress and pivots so that you can easily access it to change diapers or feeds during the middle of the night. Find a model with adjustable feet, which retract to accommodate different sizes of mattresses. It should also include an ample storage area to store all of your baby's essentials.
Select a bedside sleeper that is compatible with the standard crib bedding to be used in a safe manner as your child grows. Think about a model that's convertible and can be used as a play yard, or a deeper bassinet. It will last for many years.
Portability
Depending on the dimensions of your bedroom, a bedside crib co sleeper cosleeper with wheels and/or a light base might be more convenient to move around the house than one with an imposing wood frame or large bedside crib base. The babybay bedside sleeper HALO bassiNest essencetia, as well as Snoo Smart Sleeper are all movable. They come with feet that can be adjusted that retract to fit platform mattresses and legs that fold inwards to allow maximum proximity to the mattress; and 100% mesh sidewalls to allow ventilation without fabric covering baby'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 rotates, allowing for quick access to baby bedside co sleeper so you can comfort your baby, nurse or monitor her during the night.