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The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside crib is a bassinet-style cot that can be attached to your bed, making it safe for baby to sleep close by. This is a great option for parents who want their child to be close for fuss-free feedings in the beginning stages of their development.

The HALO bassiNest Essentia is the winner of our best bedside cots test. It has a swiveling sleep surface and sidewalls that can be easily lowered. This allows you to easily reach out and feel comfortable.

Safety

A bedside crib is a fantastic solution for new parents who wish to keep their infant near them without compromising safety. The cot is attached to the side of your bed and has a single end that can be lifted up or dropped down so you can reach your baby. You can use a bedside crib to night feed your baby or soothe them to sleep. This is a great option, especially for mothers who have had C-sections. bedside rocking crib cots come in a variety of sizes and designs and some come with storage. If you're shopping for a bedside cot, ensure you look over the safety features to make sure it is safe for your child.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has an attractive design and is simple to put together. Its oval-shaped design is perfect for babies who roll in their sleep. They won't be confined in a corner like they would with a rectangular cot. This cot is also easy to fit through doors with standard frames, which is a big benefit for parents with limited space.

La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is a good option. It comes with a number of features that make parenting simpler and also looks beautiful. Its adjustable sides mean it can grow with your child and convert into a toddler bed when they're ready. It's also light, so it's easy to move around the home.

A crib with a high mesh side is a great feature to put on a twin bedside cot crib. This will stop your child from falling. It should be securely fitted to your bed with no gaps or loose parts. If you're not confident about installing a bedside cot on your own or hiring a professional, let a professional do it for you.

It is recommended to avoid sleeping with your child until they're at least six months old. The official advice from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that infants shouldn't sleep in your bed because of the risk of suffocation or overheating. If you have to sleep with your child, a crib placed at the bedside is the best option.

Size

A bedside baby sleeper cot, sometimes referred to as the bassinet is a cot which is attached to the side of your mattress. It is a side that can be raised or lowered so that you can reach your baby without having to leave the bed. They are a favorite of famous moms like Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They're ideal for mothers who have a limited mobility following the C-section.

Our top pick, the Maxi Cosi Lora, comes with a peekaboo flap that lets you see your baby from the bottom of the bed. It also adjusts to the height of your mattress - though some mothers complained that it was difficult to move it up and down. It's also one of the most lightweight options on our list and it folds down to the size of a suitcase, making it ideal for traveling with your baby.

Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which transforms into an a portable cot, bassinet and playpen - it even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards gold medal in the best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It comes with a useful storage shelf below and is extremely light to lift into and out of the car. Some mums, however, found it too long and wide to fit into small spaces, particularly when used as a sleeper by the bed.

Design

The best bedside travel crib cribs will be modern, sleek and stylish. Some cribs have unique designs, such as a peek-a-boo flap on the sides to allow you to check on your baby without disturbing him. Other features, like adjustable heights, are useful when your child has difficulty getting up and down from bed. Some sleepers can also be used as an cot, bassinet or for reflux babies. There are also plenty of options for those who want something more traditional.

The CoZee Air by Tutti Bambini received bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It was the Best Cot or Moses Basket category. Next2me Magic was also shortlisted. Both have adjustable height, and can be transformed into a travel cot to use away from home. They're also light and easy to move from room room.

Other mums like the Lua bedside sleeper cot Sleeper, which has an adjustable changing mat and storage space as well as the bassinet, which can be collapsed into a mini-portable crib and storage bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for a newborn and is more substantial than Moses baskets, which may seem flimsy and thin.

The iCandy Cocoon is another great option. It can be used as a Moses Basket as a cot, cot, or travel cot. It has a pop-up changer as well as a shelf to store toys and books, and a mesh, adjustable side that gives you a good view of your baby. It's not light however it's easy to move around and looks great in any bedroom.

Cost

Cost is an important aspect when shopping for a crib, bassinet, or bedside sleeper. Many of the most well-known models are expensive but there are plenty of cheaper alternatives that won't cost you a fortune. Many come in a variety of colors and styles to match the decor of your nursery.

The best bedside cots have adjustable sides and can be raised to meet the bed's height. Some have an incline setting that is perfect for babies with reflux. They can also be folded away when not in use and some models even have a travel bag included which is perfect for mothers who are often out and about or have guests staying over.

Bedside cots are generally slightly bigger than Moses baskets, but smaller than cribs. They can be moved from room to room if you need to, and some have a side that drops down so you can lift your baby out toward you for feeding or calming. Some models come with a built-in rocker to soothe your baby to sleep.

Clair de Lune, a mid-priced model, was nominated for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Crib category. It's sleek and stylish however it's a bit wider than other options. It's probably not suitable for smaller spaces. It's also a bit heavy, weighing over 10kg, and requires some maneuvering to position it. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this mattress don't bend as much, which means you have to bend to pick up your baby.