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The Best bedside crib or cot Cots

A bedside crib is a bassinet type crib that attaches directly to your bed. This allows your baby to rest peacefully close to you. This is a great choice for parents who want their infant to be near for feedings that aren't a hassle during the first few months of.

The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner in our best bedside cots test. It comes with an adjustable sleep surface that can be swiveled and sidewalls that can be lowered easily. This makes it easier to reach to relax and get to sleep.

Safety

A bedside cot is a great solution for new parents who want to keep their child close to them without sacrificing security. This type of cot is attached to the side of your mattress. It is movable so that you can reach out to your baby. You can use a crib for your bed to feed your baby at night or soothe them to sleep. This is a great option, especially for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots are available in various sizes and designs, and some include storage. When you are looking for a bedside cot sale cot, be sure to check the safety features.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is an elegant cot that is easy to put together and compact. Its oval design is perfect for babies who tend to play around in their sleep, since it ensures that they don't get stuck in the corner as they would with the rectangular cot. The cot is also easy to slide through doors with standard frames, which is a big advantage for parents who are stretched out by their space.

Another good choice is the La Redoute Willox Adjustable Cot Bed. This cot is a great all-rounder with plenty of features that simplify parenting and have a gorgeous look. Its movable sides mean it can grow with your child and convert into an infant bed when they're ready. It's also lightweight, which means it's easy to move around the house.

A high mesh crib side is a nice feature to have at the bedside of a crib. This will stop your child from falling. It should also be fitted securely to your bed with no gaps or loose areas. If you're unsure about fitting a bedside cot yourself, ask a professional to install it for you.

Co-sleeping is not advised until your baby is at least six months old age. The official recommendation from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that infants shouldn't sleep in your bed because of the risk of suffocation and overheating. If you do need to co-sleep in a crib, a cheap bedside cot crib is the most secure option.

Size

A bedside cot is a bassinet-style cot which is attached to the bed's side. It has one side that can be lifted or lowered to allow you to reach your baby easily without needing to get out of bed. Famous moms like Stacey Solomon Binky Felstead, and Lucy Mecklenburgh adore these. They are perfect for those with limited mobility after a C-section.

Our top pick, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with a peekaboo flap that lets you see your child from below the bed. It can also be adjusted to the height of your mattress - although some mums claimed it was difficult to move up and down. It's also one of the most lightweight options on our list and folds down to the size of a suitcase which makes it ideal to travel with your little one.

Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which converts into a travel cot, bassinet and playpen. It even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Award gold medal in the best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It has a handy storage shelf below and is light enough to carry into and out of the car. However, some mums were concerned that it was too big and bulky for small spaces, particularly when it is used as a bedside sleeping device.

Design

The best bedside cribs will be sleek, stylish and modern. Some cribs come with innovative designs like a peek-a-boo flap on the sides that allow you to observe your baby without disturbing him. Other features, such as adjustable height, can be helpful for those who have difficulty getting up or down from their bed. Some sleepers are also suitable as an cot, bassinet or for babies with reflux. If you're seeking something more traditional, there are plenty of options as well.

A few of our favourites are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini, which won bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Award Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category and the Next2me Magic was shortlisted in that same category. Both have adjustable height, and can be turned into a travel cot that can be used for use when away from home. They're also light and easy to move from room to room.

Other mums like the Lua Bedside Sleeper, which has a changing mat and storage space as in addition to an adjustable bassinet that folds into a mini cot and a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the ideal size for babies and is more substantial than Moses baskets that can feel thin or flimsy.

Another option is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as an Moses basket, cot, or travel cot. It has a pop-up changing table and a shelf that is perfect for toys and books, and a mesh, adjustable side that offers an excellent view of your baby. It's not lightweight but it's easy to move around and looks fantastic in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're shopping for a bedside sleeper, bassinet or crib, cost is a consideration. Some of the most popular models are expensive however there are plenty of lower-cost alternatives that won't cost a fortune. Many are available in a range of different colors and designs to suit your nursery's decor.

The best bedside cots have adjustable sides that can be adjusted to match the height of your bed. Some models come with an incline option which is ideal for babies suffering from reflux. They can also be folded when not in use, and some models have an included travel bag that is perfect for new mothers who are often out and about or have guests staying with them.

Bedside cots are typically slightly larger than Moses baskets, but smaller than cribs. They can be moved from room to room in case you have to and some even have the side that lowers to allow you to lift your child towards you for feedings at night or to soothe. Some have built-in rockers so you can soothe your little one to sleep.

Clair de Lune, a mid-priced baby model, was shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Crib category. It's sleek and stylish, but slightly larger than other options. It's not suitable for smaller spaces. It's also quite heavy at over 10kg, and requires some maneuvering to place it. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this sleeper don't flex as much, which means you'll have to bend to pick up your baby.