The 10 Scariest Things About Best Bedside Cots

The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside crib is a bassinet style that is attached to your bed which allows your baby to sleep close by. This is a great solution for parents who want their child to be close enough for a relaxed feedings during the first few months of his life.

The HALO BassiNest Essentia was crowned our best bedside cot test, offering an adjustable sleeping surface that can be swiveled and sidewalls that drop down without difficulty. This makes it easier to reach for comfort and lull them back to sleep.

Safety

A bedside cot is a great solution for new parents who wish to keep their infant close without sacrificing security. This kind of cot is attached to the side of your mattress. It has a movable end so you can reach out to your baby. It can be used as a night feeding station or to help soothe your baby to sleep. This is a fantastic option, especially for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots come in various sizes and designs and some even have storage. If you're in the market for a bedside cot newborn cot, make sure you check out the safety features to make sure it is safe for your baby.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is a stylish-looking cot that's easy to put together and compact. Its oval design is perfect for infants who lay around during sleep, as it means they won't get stuck in the corner as they might with a rectangular crib. The cot is easily inserted into doors that have standard frames. This is a fantastic feature for parents who are short in space.

La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another good alternative. This cot has a lot of features that make parenting simpler and also looks beautiful. Its adjustable sides allow it to grow with your child, and then transform into an infant's bed when the time arrives. It's also light, so it's easy to move around the house.

A high-quality bedside crib and travel cot crib should have high mesh sides to prevent your baby from falling out. It should be securely fitted to your bed without gaps or loose parts. If you're unsure about installing a bedside cot on your own, ask a professional to complete the task for you.

Co-sleeping is not advised until your baby is at least six months of age. The official recommendation from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that babies should not be sleeping in your bed due to the risk of suffocation and overheating. However, if you need to sleep with your partner, a bedside crib is the most secure option.

Size

A bedside cot, also referred to as bassinet is a cot that attaches to the side of your mattress. It has a side that can be raised or lowered to allow you to reach your baby without needing to get out of bed. They are a favorite of famous moms like Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They are perfect for those who may have limited mobility after a C-section.

The Maxi-Cosi is our top pick. It has a peekaboo feature that allows you to view your baby at the bottom of the mattress. It can also be adjusted to the mattress's height but some mothers have complained about the difficulty of moving it up and down. It's also among our lightest options and can be folded into a suitcase size. This makes it perfect for travel with your baby.

Another great option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which converts into an a portable cot, bassinet and playpen. It even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Award gold medal in the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It comes with a useful storage shelf below and is light enough to carry into and out of the car. Some mothers have found it a bit long and wide for tight areas, particularly when used as a bedside mattress.

Design

The best bedside baby bed cribs are sleek, stylish and modern. Some cribs feature innovative designs like a peek-a-boo flap on the sides that let you check on your baby without disturbing him. Other features like adjustable heights are helpful when your spouse is having difficulty getting up. Some sleepers are also suitable as a bassinet, cot or for babies who have reflux. There are a lot of options if you're looking for something more traditional.

A few of our favourites are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini, which won bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best cot bedside Crib, Moses or Basket category, and the Next2me Magic, which was shortlisted in the same category. Both come with adjustable heights, and can be transformed into a travel cot for use away from home. They are also light and easy to move around.

Some mums prefer the Lua bedside cot wooden sleeper that comes with a changing mat, storage area and a collapsible bassinet for babies which can be turned into a portable mini cot. It also comes with a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the ideal size for a baby and is more substantial than Moses baskets, which can feel flimsy or thin.

The iCandy Cocoon is another great option. It can be used as a Moses Basket or a cot for travel. It comes with a pop-up changer and a shelf that is perfect for books and toys, and a mesh, adjustable side that gives you an excellent view of your baby. It's not lightweight however it's easy to move around and looks fantastic in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're in the market for a bedside sleeper bassinet or crib, cost is a consideration. Some of the most popular models are costly but there are many cheaper alternatives that won't cost you a fortune. There are a variety of styles and colors to match your nursery decor.

The best bedside cots have adjustable sides that can be raised to match the bed's height. Some models also have an incline position that is great for babies with reflux. They can also fold away when not in use, and some models have bags for travel that is perfect for new mothers who often go out or have guests staying with them.

Bedside cots tend to be slightly larger than Moses baskets, but smaller than cribs. Some are able to be moved from one place to another, and others have a side which can be adjusted to allow you to pull your baby towards you to feed them or calm them. Some also have a built-in rocker so you can soothe your little one to sleep.

The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced model that was nominated in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. The design is stylish and sleek however it's a little larger than other options, so it may not be the best choice for small spaces. It's also quite heavy at over 10kg and requires some maneuvering to put it in place it. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this sleeper don't stretch enough, meaning you have to bend down to grab your baby.