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How to Choose the Best Bedside Cot uk

Both the NHS and the Lullaby Trust have issued official safe sleeping guidelines, which 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 share a room.

Mumsnetters love the co-sleeper because it's big and has plenty of space for babies to grow and wiggle. It's also larger than a Moses Basket. It's also easy to put together and comes with a bag for travel.

What is a bedside baby bed cot?

bedside cot used cribs (also known as bassinets, side sleepers or co-sleepers) are an effective and safe method for your baby to sleep near you in the first few months. These cribs attach to your bed and let you lift your child in your arms to feed them at night or even comfort them. They're also a great option for breastfeeding mothers or mums recovering from a caesarean section.

They are usually a little smaller than standard cots but they provide plenty of space for your baby to relax. You can pick from a variety of styles and features, according to what your preference is. A lot of cribs for bedside use the option of removing or dropping down the side to make it easier to reach your baby during the night to feed them. They are also available in various heights based on the size of your bed.

Some cribs with a bedside have a riser which allows you to build an angle to the sleep area. This can aid in reducing reflux. They also come with a zip off side for easy cleaning. Others have manual rocking functions which can be a soothing distraction for your infant. You'll also need a breathable mattress for your new crib, which should be a minimum of 30cm in depth to ensure that your newborn has enough headroom.

You can be confident that your baby will be comfortable and safe in a cot that is positioned at the bedside. Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid are all avid users of SNOO's bedside crib to cot crib. It is definitely worth considering as an alternative to the Moses basket.

Safety

Official guidelines for safe sleep from the Lullaby Trust and NHS advises that newborn babies should sleep in the same room as you for their first six months, but not in your bed, to decrease the risk of suffocation and to reduce the chance of sudden infant death syndrome. A crib that is placed near your bed is a fantastic option that allows your baby to safely be close enough for you to night feed them and soothe them back to sleep without having to leave your bed. It's also great for those who have a limited mobility after 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 which makes it perfect for trips to the beach and nights away from home. It's one of the tiniest bedside cots available and comes with a the most comfortable deep foam mattress with mesh air-flow panels, an optional tilt setting, and it was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket.

Another fantastic bedside cot is the Chicco Next2me Magic bedside crib that won Bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It has a built-in storage solution and changing mat, is light (only 10kg) and comes with an adjustable side for easy access.

Style

A bedside crib is a blessing for many mothers, particularly those who are recovering from C-sections. They are attached to your bed so you can easily reach your baby without having to get up and letting you feed them and soothe them quickly. The close proximity to the baby can also help increase the production of milk for mothers who breastfeed.

In addition to being extremely practical, these bassinets are stylish too which is the reason they're so sought-after. They're often a bit larger than Moses baskets and come in lots of different styles, with some featuring extra features, like a soft reflux incline setting. They are designed to be placed near your bed, they are able to be moved around your home when baby gets older and some are portable enough to take to the go making them perfect for new parents traveling.

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

Another handy feature that some models come with is a translucent side that lets you see your baby at all times. This is particularly useful when you are tired and sleepy when one glance could make all the difference. One such option is the Sleepiest BassiNest that is easy to lower, as noted by our MFM home tester Emily.

Budget

If you're not quite ready to make the transition to a larger cot an infant crib on your bed could be a great option. This bassinet-style cot attaches to the bed's side so that you can easily reach your baby for night feeds and comfort them without disturbing your sleep. It's also a great choice for those suffering from restricted movement following the birth and is a favorite choice with celeb mums including Stacey Solomon and Binky Felstead.

Our Parents Testers loved this latest version of the well-loved Chicco crib, which was awarded the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards as the Best Cot or Crib. It's large bedside crib and breathable, and comes with six height settings to accommodate babies who are growing, as well as a gentle setting for incline. It can also be used as a travel crib and comes with a handy storage case.

It can be a challenge to move a bedside cot around the house, but our Parent Testers reported that the Shnuggle Air alongside the cot was easy to move. It's one of the smallest options and small enough to fit in its own travel bag so you can take it with you on your travels.

The SnuzPod is a different highly rated bedside cot that is easy to assemble and fold away, with plenty of features for an enjoyable night's sleep. It comes with a bassinet that lifts off to fit more beds than any other cot, and its breathable fabric helps your baby regulate their temperature. It also features a soft rocking function and an incline option for reflux, and is lightweight enough to use as a travel cot if you're on the move. It's a little more expensive than other cots for bed, but our Parent Testers say it's well worth the extra money.