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Newborn Bedside Cot A newborn crib with a bedside is a small sleeping device that allows babies to sleep in the same space as their parents without the dangers of co-sleeping. (The AAP warns against this due to the risk of SIDS and the risk of suffocation.) It makes it easier to take care of your baby and give them a bottle throughout the night. This sleeper features a firm mattress to help babies' backs and decrease the risk of SIDS. It can slide over your adult bed to allow you to lift your baby for nighttime nursing or cuddles at sunrise. Budget A bedside cot, sometimes referred to as a co-sleeper, is the bassinet-style baby cot that clips or attaches to your bed. This lets you reach your baby easily and safely for a late-night feed, comforting, or cuddles. They are a great choice for mums or new parents recovering from a c-section as they allow easy access to baby and do not require you to get up from your bed. There are a variety of designs on the market starting with basic models that have just a drop-down option to more sophisticated models that can be adjusted in multiple ways with incline and height options. The majority of them can be converted into a separate crib for daytime naps or when your baby is a few months old and is sleeping more at night. Maxi-Cosi Lora is one of our top picks. It was shortlisted in the Best Cot category for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. MFM home tester Emily said she was impressed by how chic and modern the design was. She also liked the fact that it can be used as a bassinet or a clip to your bed for a safe side-by-side sleep. She also adored its soft mattress, which has passed our tests for firmness and it also has an adjustable manual inclining feature for those suffering from reflux. However, she didn't like the feature of a non-mesh panel at the foot end and thought it was a bit heavy to move from room room often. She also found it to be a little heavy to carry up and down the stairs once it was folded up into its bag for travel. Size A bedside cot resembles an infant bassinet that is attached to the side of your bed. You can easily reach your baby to feed, change nappies, or to comfort them during the night. It's also great for mothers recovering from a C-section. The NHS and Lullaby Trust recommend that you keep your baby away from you for the first six month, to lower the risk of SIDS. The crib at the bedside, with its low sides, is a great method to do this. It lets you access your baby easily throughout the night. It is essential that your baby sleeps on a firm mattress as this is safer than a mattress that is soft. Infants don't have the motor control to turn over and a mattress that is soft could increase the risk of being suffocated. The breathable fabric and skin-friendly materials make the mattress comfortable for your baby but also sufficiently firm to be safe for your baby. Mum home tester Jasmin was pleased with the fact that the crib does not take up a lot of space in her bedroom and she found the size perfect for a baby. She said the mattress was also of good quality, as opposed to some that feel flimsy and thin. She also appreciates that it has a storage area beneath for bedding and clothes – something many other bassinets do not have. Mehack Mehack, an MFM mother who has tested the product at home, loves that you can take off the side wall to allow easier access to your baby. She also likes that legs slide under the bed so that it doesn't look heavy or take up too much floor space. She's also impressed by how easy it is to move around the house when you want to, for convenience during middle-of-the-night feedings and check-ins. The CoZee Air crib is a favourite among parents. It was awarded a Gold Award at the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards. It is a clever design with four pulleys which can be used to raise or lower your crib. It also comes with a large basket for blankets, toys, and other essentials. It's also light and easy to assemble and is ideal to travel with your baby. Safety When choosing a baby's bedside cot, it is important to keep safety in your mind. The official safe sleep guidelines from both the Lullaby Trust and NHS recommends that babies should not be sleeping in the bed of their parents because of the risks of overheating, suffocation and a higher chance of suffering from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Bassinets for bedside use allow parents to keep their baby close to help with nighttime feedings as well as monitoring and comforting without the need to get up from their beds. This close proximity can also support breastfeeding mothers, as it allows them to attend to the needs of their baby while still sleeping. This can help maintain the supply of milk and encourage breastfeeding. Some cots for bedside use adjustable height features that make it easier for the mother and child to reach the bassinet for feedings or other activities during the night. A majority of bassinets come with mattresses that are firm and designed to reduce the risk of suffocation and is in line with industry standards. It is essential to provide support for the bones of a newborn, since they are still fragile and aren't fully formed. bedside cot reviews should be covered with a fitted sheet in order to decrease the risk that dust mites, as well as other allergens, will choke a child. It must be kept clean and free of allergens. Some cots with a bedside have the ability to be tilted, which is beneficial for babies with reflux or digestive issues, however this should be done with a lot of care and at a gentle angle. Avoid putting pillows, duvets, or padded crib bumpers inside the bassinet. These can pose the risk of suffocation to your baby. You should also think about an infant bassinet with an attachment system that is secure. It can be connected to your bed without the use of tools. This feature can be particularly helpful for parents who may struggle to lift their child in and out of the cot, or who are worried about accidentally falling asleep. If your bassinet has a secure attachment, it is a good idea to check it regularly. Make sure there are no gaps and that the system is securely attached. Comfort If you're a parent-to-be and you're worried about the safety of your child is definitely one of your main concerns. There's a great sleep solution that lets you keep your baby close to you throughout the night without taking on any of the risks that come with bed-sharing. The infant bedside cot an essentially a bassinet-style crib that fixes to the side of your bed that allows you to move them towards you for night feeding and soothing. It's also a great choice for mothers recovering from a C-section as it eliminates the need to stand or sit up. A modern bedside cot for newborns should have a sturdy flat mattress to promote safe sleeping practices and decrease the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The bedding should be simple with just the sheet for the cot and blanket that is tightly tucked into the bottom. Avoid toys, bumpers or pillows because they could fall on your baby and pose a suffocation hazard. If your baby has been used to being swaddled for a few weeks then you can use a swaddle, or a baby sleep bag. However, it is recommended that this be removed once they have the strength to remove them. Some cribs with a bedside feature a removable or drop-down side that provides an easy access to your baby for comforting and feeding during the middle of the night. This is a great option for parents who wish to maintain the bond between them and their child while still following NHS safe sleep guidelines. If you're planning to co-sleep in the same bed with your baby it's important to know that this practice has been linked to a higher risk of SIDS especially in the event that a parent is able to roll onto their child during sleep. A fabric that is breathable will keep your baby comfy and cool throughout the night. This is especially important if you intend to co-sleep your newborn as the risk of overheating during sleep increases. The SnuzPod4 is a unique, breathable mesh side panel that helps improve the airflow and keeps your baby warm in their mattress.