"The Ultimate Cheat Sheet For Best Bedside Cot Uk

How to Choose the Best Bedside Cot uk

Both the NHS and Lullaby Trust have issued official safe sleeping guidelines that suggest that infants sleep in their own Moses basket or cot. A crib for bed is an efficient and space-saving choice for parents who live together.

Mumsnetters adore this co-sleeper since it's big enough with plenty of space for babies to grow and wriggle and far more substantial than the size of a Moses basket. It is also easy to assemble, and comes with a bag for carrying.

What is a bedside cot?

A bedside cot (also called a bassinet, side sleeper or co-sleeper) is a safe way for your newborn to sleep close to you throughout the first few months of their life. These cribs are attached to your bed and allow you to raise your baby towards you at night for feeding or comforting without the threat of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome associated with traditional bed-sharing. These cribs are also ideal for mothers who are breastfeeding or recovering from a cesarean section.

They're typically smaller than a standard cot or cotbed, but they provide ample space for your baby to lay down. You can choose from a variety of designs and features depending on what you like best. Many bedside cribs have the option of a drop-down or removable side that allows you to reach your baby for night feeds and are available in a variety of sizes to fit the dimensions of your bed.

Some bedside cribs come with a riser that allows you to add a slight rise to the sleep area that can aid in reflux and an easy zip-off side for cleaning. Some cribs feature manual rocking features that can provide a relaxing distraction for your baby. You'll also need a breathable mattress for your new crib, which should be a minimum of 30cm deep to ensure your newborn has sufficient head room.

You can rest assured that your child will be safe and secure in a cot that is positioned at the bedside. With stars like Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid all fans of the SNOO bedside crib, it's worth looking into this elegant alternative to moses basket.

Safety

The Lullaby Trust, in conjunction with the NHS has released official guidelines for safe sleep that advise that babies are in the same room as their parents for the first six months. However, they should not sleep in your bed. This is to lower the chance of suffocation and sudden infant death syndrome. A crib that is placed near your bed is an excellent option that allows your child to remain close enough to you to feed them at night and soothe them back to sleep without having to get out of your bed. It's also great when you are unable to move following an operation or recovering from a C-section.

Our top choice for a bedside cot, the Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3-in-1 travel cot bedside crib is small and folds flat in a matter of seconds to fit into a travel bag which makes it perfect for trips to the beach and nights away from home. It's among the lightest options for a bedside cot. It comes with a comfy deep foam mattress with mesh panels that let air flow. It also has an incline option that can be added. Plus, it won Gold at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Moses Basket or Cot Crib.

Chicco Next2me Magic is another great bedside crib option. It won Bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It comes with an integrated storage unit and changing mat, is lightweight (only 10kg) and comes with an adjustable side that makes it easy to access.

Style

For many mothers, particularly those recovering from a C-section A crib for bedside crib travel can prove to be an absolute godsend. You can easily reach your baby without having to get out of bed. This lets you comfort and feed your baby at night. They're also a great option for breastfeeding mothers since close proximity can boost the amount of milk they produce.

These bassinets are not only functional, but also stylish. This is the reason they're so popular. They're often a bit larger than Moses baskets and come in lots of different styles, with some featuring extra features like a gentle reflux incline setting. The baskets are designed to fit under your bed, they can usually be moved around your home when baby gets older and some are able to be taken with you on the go which makes them ideal for new parents traveling.

It is essential to select a cot for your bed that is easy to use drop-sides. These let you lower your infant into the bassinet without having to lift them into your arms, which is difficult for moms with mobility issues. One such model is the Chicco Next2Me Magic which has been praised by Mumsnetters and was shortlisted in our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards' Best Cot Crib, Moses or Crib Basket category.

Another handy feature that some models come with is a translucent side that lets you observe your baby at all times. This is especially helpful when you are groggy at 3am and have to feed your child. A quick glance can make a huge difference. As noted by Emily who is our MFM home test participant Sleepiest BassiNest is a great option. It is simple to lower.

Budget

A bedside crib is an excellent alternative if you're not ready to upgrade to a bigger crib. The bassinet-style crib can be attached to your bed so that you can reach your baby easily for night feeds or comfort them without disturbing yourself. It's also a great choice for those suffering from restricted movement following the birth and is a favorite option for celeb moms like Stacey Solomon and Binky Felstead.

Our Parents Testers loved the new version of the popular Chicco crib, which took home the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Cot or Crib. It's afclimatizing and spacious and comes with six height options to accommodate babies who are growing, plus a gentle reflux incline setting. It can also be used as a travel cot bedside crib cot and it comes with a handy storage bag.

It can be difficult to move a bedside rocking crib cot around the home, but our Parent Testers reported that the Shnuggle Air alongside the cot was easy to maneuver. It is one of the lighter options and can be tucked away in its own travel bag.

The SnuzPod bedside cosleeper cot is a highly rated product that's simple to put together and fold away and comes with a variety of features to ensure a restful night's sleep. It has a removable, adjustable bassinet that lifts off, which can fit more beds than other cots. The fabric is breathable and can help regulate your baby's temperature. It has a gentle rocking bedside crib feature, as well as an incline for reflux. It is also lightweight enough to be used as a crib for travel when you are out and about. It's a bit more expensive than other cots for bed but our Parents Testers say it's well worth the extra cost.