The Best Bedside Cots
A bedside crib is a bassinet type crib that can be attached directly to your bed. This allows baby to sleep safely close to you. This is a great option to allow your baby to be close for fuss-free feedings during the first few months of his life.
The HALO BassiNest Essentia took home our best bedside cot test, with a swiveling sleeping surface and sidewalls that dip down easily. This allows you to easily reach over and soothe them.
Safety
A bedside crib is a great solution for new parents who wish to keep their infant close but without compromising their safety. This kind of cot attaches to the bed's side and has a single end that can be lifted or lowered down so that you can reach your little one. You can use the crib as a night time feeding station or to help soothe your baby back to sleep. It's also a great option for mothers who've had a C-section. Bedside cots come in a variety of sizes and styles, and some include storage. When shopping for an upholstered cot for your bedside be sure to verify the safety features.
The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has an attractive design and is simple to put together. Its oval-shaped design is perfect for babies who like to roll in their sleep. They won't be confined in a corner as they would with the rectangular cot. The cot is also easy to fit into door frames that are standard, which is a big plus for space-stretched new parents.
La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another great alternative. This cot is an excellent all-rounder, with lots of features to make parenting easier as well as beautiful design. Its adjustable sides allow it to expand with your child and later transform into a toddler's bed once the time arrives. It is also lightweight so it's easy to move around.
A crib with a high mesh side is a good feature to have on a bedside crib. This will keep your child from falling. It should also be fitted securely to your bed, with no gaps or sloppy areas. Consult a professional if are unsure about fitting a bedside crib yourself.
Co-sleeping is not advised until your baby is at least six months old age. The official recommendation from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that infants should not sleep in your bed due to the danger of overheating and suffocation. If you have to sleep with your child, a crib placed at the bedside is the ideal alternative.
Size
A bedside cot, sometimes referred to as the bassinet is a cot which attaches to the side of your mattress. It has a side that can be lifted up or dropped down to let you reach your baby easily, without the need to get out of bed. Celeb mums like Stacey Solomon Binky Felstead, and Lucy Mecklenburgh are awestruck by these. bedside crib and cot are great for those with limited mobility following a C-section.
The Maxi-Cosi Lora is our number one pick. It comes with the ability to peek at you to view your baby at the bottom of the mattress. It can also be adjusted to your mattress height but some mothers have complained about the difficulty of moving it up and down. It's also one of our lightest options and can be folded into a suitcase size. This makes it ideal for traveling 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 Awards gold award in the best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. It has shelves for storage and is easy to move into and out of the car. Some mothers considered it to be too big and wide to fit into tight spaces, particularly when it is used as a sleeper in bed.
Design
The best cribs for your bed are sleek, stylish and modern. Some cribs feature unique designs, such as a peek-aboo flap on the sides to allow you to observe your baby without disturbing him. Other features, such as adjustable heights, are useful for those who have difficulty getting up and down from their bed. Some sleepers are also suitable as a bassinet, cot, or for babies with reflux. There are a lot of options if you're looking for something more traditional.
The CoZee Air by Tutti Bambini received bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It was the best Cot or Moses Basket category. Next2me Magic was also shortlisted. Both come with adjustable heights, and can be converted into a travel cot that can be used for use outside of the home. They are also light and easy for you to move around.
Some mums prefer the Lua Bedside sleeper, which includes a changing mat, storage area and a baby bassinet that can be folded that can be converted into portable mini cot. It also comes with an organizer bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for a newborn and is more substantial than Moses baskets, which can seem flimsy and thin.
The iCandy Cocoon is another great option. It can be used as a Moses Basket or a cot for travel. It has an adjustable changing table that pops up and a shelf for books and toys, and an adjustable mesh side that lets you see your baby. It's not lightweight but it's easy to move around and looks great in any bedroom.
Cost
Cost will be an important factor when you are searching for a crib bassinet, or bedside sleeper. Many of the most well-known models are quite expensive however there are plenty of lower-cost alternatives that won't cost you a fortune. Many come in a variety of colors and styles to match your nursery decor.
The best cribs for beds are adjustable and can be adjusted to the height of your mattress. Some models come with an incline option that is ideal for babies suffering from reflux. Some models come with a travel bag and can be folded when not in use. This is ideal for new mothers who are often traveling or having guests coming over.
Bedside cots are usually a little bigger than Moses baskets but smaller than cribs. They can be moved from room to room in case you have to and some even have an end that can be lowered so that you can pull your baby towards you for night feeds or to soothe. Some come with a built-in rocker to help soothe your baby to sleep.
The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced option that was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. It's sleek and stylish however it is a little larger than other models. It's probably not suitable for small spaces. It's also quite heavy at more than 10kg, and requires a lot of maneuvering to get it into the proper position. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this mattress don't bend as much, which means you'll need to bend to pick up your baby.