The 10 Most Terrifying Things About Best Bedside Cots

The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside crib and cot crib is a bassinet type crib that can be attached directly to your bed. This allows your baby to sleep safely close to you. This is a great option to allow your baby to be near for peaceful feedings in the beginning stages of their development.

The HALO bassiNest Essentia is the winner of our best bedside cots test. It has a swiveling sleep surface and sidewalls which can be lowered easily. This allows you to easily reach over and soothe them.

Safety

A bedside crib is an ideal option for parents who want to keep their child near them without compromising safety. The cot is attached to the bed's side and has a single end that can be lifted up or lowered down so that you can reach your baby. It can also be used as a night feeding station or to soothe your baby to sleep. This is a great choice, especially for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots come in a variety of styles and sizes, and some come with storage. When choosing an upholstered cot for your bedside be sure to verify the safety features.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is an elegant cot that is easy to build and compact. Its oval-shaped design is perfect for babies who roll in their sleep. They won't end up in a corner as they would with the rectangular cot. The cot can also be easily fitted into doors that have standard frames. This is a great option for parents who are tight in space.

Another good choice is the La Redoute Willox Adjustable Cot Bed. This cot has a lot of features that make parenting simpler and it looks stunning. Its adjustable sides allow it to expand with your child and later transform into a toddler's bed when the time comes. It's also lightweight, so it's easy to move around the house.

A high mesh crib side is a great feature to have on a bedside crib. This will stop your child from falling. It should also be fitted securely to your bed, with no gaps or loose areas. If you're not sure about installing a bedside cot on your own you can ask a professional to do it for you.

Ideally, you should avoid co-sleeping with your infant until they're at least six months old. The official advice from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that infants should not sleep in your bed due to the risk of overheating and suffocation. However, if you need to co-sleep the crib that is placed near your bed is the best option.

Size

A bedside cot is a bassinet-style cot which is attached to the side of your bed. It is a side that can be adjusted to allow you to reach your baby without having to leave the bed. They are a favorite of famous moms like Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They're ideal for parents who be unable to move after having a C-section.

Our top choice, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with an opening that lets you see your baby from the bottom of the bed. It can also be adjusted to the height of your mattress - although some mums claimed it was difficult to move it up and down. It's also one of the lightest options we've seen and folds down to the size of a suitcase, making it ideal to travel with your baby.

Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which transforms into a bassinet, travel cot and playpen. It even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards gold award in the best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It has a storage shelf and is easy to move into and out of a car. However, some mothers thought it was a bit too large and wide for small spaces, especially when it is used as a bedside travel cot sleeping device.

Design

The best bedside cot uk cribs for bed are sleek, stylish, and modern. Some come with innovative designs such as a peek-a-boo flap on the side to allow you to monitor your baby without disrupting them. Other features, like adjustable heights, are useful if your partner has trouble getting up or down from bed. Some sleepers can also be used as a bassinet, cot or for babies with reflux. There are a lot of options for those who want 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 have adjustable heights and can be turned into a travel cot for use away from home. They're also super lightweight and easy to move from room room.

Some mums prefer the Lua Bedside sleeper that comes with a changing mat, storage area and a collapsible bassinet for babies which can be turned into an e-couch that can be carried around. It also comes with an organizer bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for newborns and is bigger than Moses baskets which can feel thin or flimsy.

Another option that is great is another option is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as a Moses basket, cot, or travel cot. It has a pop-up changing table, a handy shelf for books and toys, and a mesh, adjustable side that allows you to have an excellent view of your baby. It's not light however it's easy to move around and looks great in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're shopping for a bedside sleeping device, crib or bassinet, price will be a factor. Some of the most popular models are costly however there are plenty of cheaper alternatives that won't cost a fortune. Many come in a variety of colors and styles to match the decor of your nursery.

The best bedside cots have adjustable sides and can be adjusted to match the bed's height. Some models also have an incline position that is perfect 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 frequently go out or have guests staying with them.

Bedside cots are usually a bit bigger than Moses baskets, but they are smaller than cribs. Some can be moved from one room to another, and others have a side which can be adjusted to allow you to lift your child to feed them or calm them. Some come with a built-in rocker to help soothe your baby 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. It's stylish and sleek however it is a little wider than other options. This may not be ideal for small spaces. It's also quite heavy, at more than 10kg, and will require lots of maneuvering to get it into position. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this mattress don't bend enough, meaning you'll have to bend down to grab your baby.