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How to Choose the Best Bedside Cot uk

Both the NHS and Lullaby Trust have issued official safe sleeping guidelines which advise that babies sleep in their own Moses basket or cot. A crib for bed is a practical and space-saving option for parents who live together.

Mumsnetters adore this co-sleeper since it's spacious with lots of room for baby to grow and wriggle and far more substantial than the typical Moses basket. It's also easy to put together and comes with a travel bag.

What is a bedside crib?

Bedside cots (also known as bassinets, side sleepers, or co-sleepers) are a safe and convenient way for your baby to be close to you in the early months. These cribs can be attached to your bed, allowing you to lift your child towards you for night-feeding or comforting. These cribs are also ideal for mothers who are breastfeeding or recovering from a cesarean section.

These cots are often a little smaller than standard cots however, they still provide plenty of space for your baby to sleep. You can choose from a wide range of designs and features depending on what your preference is. A lot of cribs with a bedside feature 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 suit the size of your bed.

Some cribs with a bedside have a riser which allows you to add an angle to the sleep area. This can help with reflux. They also have a zip off side for easy cleaning. Some cribs have manual rocking features which can provide a soothing distraction to your newborn. You'll require a mattress that's air-conditioned to match your crib. It must be at least 30cm deep to give your baby enough headroom.

You can rest assured that your child will be comfortable and safe in a bedside cot. With the likes of Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid all awed by the SNOO bedside crib, it's worth considering this fashionable alternative to moses basket.

Safety

Official guidelines for safe sleep from the Lullaby Trust and NHS advises that newborns be placed in the same bed as you for their first six months but not in your bed to lower the risk of suffocation and to lower the chance of sudden infant death syndrome. A crib that is placed near your bed lets you keep your baby close to help soothe them to sleep and night feed them without leaving your bed. It's also great for those who have a limited mobility following an operation or recovering from an operation such as a C-section.

Our top choice for a bedside cot, the Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3-in-1 travel cot bedside crib is compact and folds flat in seconds to fit into its own travel bag making it ideal for travel and nights away from home. It's one of the tiniest bedside cots available and comes with a an extremely comfortable mattress that has mesh air-flow panels, an optional tilting setting, and it was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for the best Crib, Cot or Moses Basket.

Chicco Next2me Magic is another great bedside crib option. It won Bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It comes with a built-in changing mat and storage solution and weighs only 10kg. It is light at 10kg, and features an adjustable side that slides down to make it easy to access.

Style

For a lot of moms, especially those who have had a C-section, a bedside crib can prove to be an absolute godsend. They are attached to your bed so you can easily reach your baby without having to get out of bed in order to feed them and comfort them quickly. The close proximity to your baby can also increase the production of milk for mothers who breastfeed.

Bassinets aren't just practical, 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 having additional features such as a gentle tilting of the reflux. They're designed to fit next to your bed and can be moved around the home as baby grows. Some are portable, so they're great for travelling parents.

When choosing a bedside cot It is essential to select a model that have easy-to-use drop sides. They allow you to lower your baby's bassinet without needing to lift them into your arms, which is difficult for mums who have limited mobility. Chicco Next2Me Magic is one of the models that has been acknowledged and shortlisted by Mumsnetters in the category of Best Cot or Crib or Moses Basket for our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards.

Some models also have a transparent side, allowing you to be able to always view your baby. This is particularly useful in the case of 3am feeds that are bleary-eyed, when a quick glance can make all the difference. One such option is the Sleepiest BassiNest that is easy to lower as was noted by our MFM home tester Emily.

Budget

A bedside crib is a fantastic option if you are not yet ready to upgrade to a bigger crib. This bassinet-style cot attaches to the bed's side to allow you to easily reach your baby's feedings at night and soothe them without disturbing your own sleep. It's also a great option for those who suffer from restricted movement after an operation, and is a popular option with famous mothers like Stacey Solomon and Binky Felstead.

Our Parents Testers loved the new version of this well-loved crib from Chicco, which won the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Cot Crib, Crib or Moses Basket. It is spacious comfortable, breathable, and comes with six different height settings for growing babies. There is also a soft reflux setting. It can also be used as a crib for travel and comes with a convenient storage case.

It can be a challenge to move an upholstered bedside cot throughout the home However, our Parents Testers stated that the Shnuggle Air next to the cot was easy to move.  large bedside crib  is one of the lighter options that can be packed into its own travel bag.

The SnuzPod is a different highly rated bedside cot that is easy to put together and fold away and comes with a variety of features to ensure the best night's rest. It comes with a removable, adjustable bassinet that lifts off, which can fit more beds than other cots. The fabric is breathable, and helps to regulate your baby's temperature. It also has a gentle rocking feature and an incline setting to help with reflux, and is lightweight enough to be used as a travel cot when you're out and about. It's a little more expensive than other cribs for bed however, Parent Testers are of the opinion that it is worth the extra cost.