How to Choose the Best Bedside Cot uk
Both the NHS and the Lullaby Trust have issued official safe sleeping guidelines, which suggest that infants sleep in their own Moses basket or cot. A bedside crib is a practical and space-saving option for parents who share a room.
Mumsnetters love this co-sleeper as it's large and spacious, with plenty of room for baby to grow and wriggle and far more substantial than the size of a Moses basket. It's also easy to put together and comes with a bag for carrying.
What is a bedside crib?
A bedside cot (also called a side sleeper, bassinet or co-sleeper) is a safe method for your newborn to sleep close to you throughout the first few months of their life. These cribs fix to your bed and let you raise your baby towards you at night for feeding or comforting without the threat of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome as a result of traditional bed sharing. These cribs are also ideal for mums who are nursing or recovering from a Cesarean Section.
They're often slightly smaller than a regular cot, but provide plenty of space for your baby to rest. You can choose between various styles and features based on your preferences. Many bedside cribs have an adjustable or drop down side that makes it easier to reach your baby for evening feeds. They are also available in various heights to accommodate the size of your bed.
Some cribs with a bedside have a riser which allows you to build an angle to the sleeping area. This can help with reflux. They also have a zip off side to make cleaning easy. Other cribs have manual rocking functions that can provide a relaxing distraction for your infant. You'll require a mattress that's air-conditioned to match your crib. It should be at least 30cm thick to allow your baby plenty of headroom.
You can be confident that your baby will be safe and comfortable in a bedside cot. With stars like Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid all awed by the SNOO bedside crib, it's worth considering this stylish alternative to moses basket.
Safety
Official guidelines for safe sleep from the Lullaby Trust and NHS advises that babies born today should be placed in the same bed as you during the first six months but not in your bed to reduce the risk of suffocation and to decrease the risk of sudden infant death syndrome. A bedside crib is a great option that allows your child to comfortably be near enough for you to night feed them and help them return to sleep without needing to leave your own bed. It's also a great option for those who have a limited mobility after an operation or recovering from a C-section.
Our top choice for a bedside crib, the Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3-in-1 bedside crib for travel is small and folds flat in a matter of seconds to fit into its own travel bag so it's perfect for holidays and nights away from home. small bedside cot 's the lightest option for a bedside crib and comes with a comfy deep foam mattress with mesh panels that allow air to flow. It also has an optional incline option. It also won Gold at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for the Best Moses Basket or Cot Crib.
Another fantastic bedside cot is the Chicco Next2me Magic bedside crib that won Bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It has an integrated storage unit and changing mat, is light (only 10kg), and has an adjustable side that makes it easy to access.
Style
A bedside crib can be a lifesaver for many mums, especially those who are recovering from C-sections. They can be attached to your bed so you can easily reach your baby without needing to get out of bed, allowing you to night feed them and comfort them quickly. bedside travel cot to the baby can also increase the amount of milk produced by mothers who breastfeed.
Alongside being incredibly practical, these bassinets can look pretty stylish too which is the reason they're so popular. They're usually more spacious than Moses baskets and are available in many different styles, some having additional features such as a gentle tilt to the reflux. They're designed to sit close to your bed and can be moved around the house as your baby grows. Some are portable, so they're great for travelling parents.
When choosing a bedside cot it is important to choose a model that have easy-to-use drop sides. They allow you to lower your baby into the bassinet without lifting them into your arms, which is difficult for mothers who have limited mobility. One of them is the Chicco Next2Me Magic which has been praised by Mumsnetters and was shortlisted in our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Moses, Crib or Basket category.
Another great feature that certain models have is a transparent side that allows you to see your baby at all times. This is particularly useful in the case of 3am feeds that are bleary-eyed, when just a glance can make all the difference. As noted by Emily, our MFM home test participant the Sleepiest BassiNest a great option. It's easy to lower.
Budget
A bedside crib is a great alternative if you're not ready to move to a larger crib. The bassinet-style crib can be attached to your bed so that you can easily reach your baby for night feeds or comfort your child without causing disturbance. It's a great choice for those who have limited movement after the C-section. Celeb mums such as Binky Felstead and Stacey Solomon have also chosen it.
Our Parent Testers loved the new model of this bestselling crib from Chicco which was awarded the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Cot Crib, Crib or Moses Basket. It's large and breathable, and comes with six height options to accommodate babies who are growing, as well as a gentle setting for incline. It can also be used as a travel cot and it comes with a handy storage bag.
A bedside cot can be tricky to move around the home however our Parents Testers found the Shnuggle Air near the crib to be simple to move. It's among the lightest options and is small enough to fit into its own bag for travel, which means you can take it along with you on your trip.
The SnuzPod bedside cot is another highly rated product that's simple to assemble and fold with plenty of features for the perfect night's rest. It has a removable lift-off bassinet that fits more beds than any other cot and its breathable fabric can help your baby maintain their temperature. It features a soft rocking feature as well as an incline to aid in reflux. It is also lightweight enough to be used as a travel crib when you are on the move. bedside travel cot 's a little more expensive than other cots for bed but our Parent Testers say it's well worth the extra money.
