9 Lessons Your Parents Teach You About Best Bedside Cot For Newborn

The Best Bedside Cot For Newborns

A bedside cot is a bassinet-style crib that can be attached to the side of your bed which makes it easy to reach your baby for a relaxed night's feeding. They are suitable from birth until about six months.

Official safe sleeping guidelines from both the NHS and The Lullaby Trust recommends newborns sleep in a separate cot from parents' beds in order to reduce the risk of SIDS. The best bedside cot for newborn bedside co sleeper cot cots can help.

1. Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper with Clear-Vue

When co-sleeping was a brand-new idea, a mother-and-father team formed Arm's Reach and came up with a concept that allowed parents to safely sleep alongside their newborns. It was the first bedside crib travel cot cot that allowed babies to sleep close without falling or suffocating into the mattress. Clear-Vue has been in use for more than 25 years and has never been any reported deaths or injuries.

It comes with a fitted mattress and a bassinet. The bassinet is meant for babies up to five months or until they begin pushing up on their knees and hands depending on when that happens. The Co-Sleeper can be used as a stand-alone bassinet or it can be attached to the parent's bed with the attached strap and plate. It is simple to switch between these two modes by pulling strings. However it doesn't conform to federal standards as an attached bed. Therefore, your baby is not safe to leave unattended.

McKenna was also impressed with the Co-Sleeper's ease of use. She noted that it is easy to get your baby into and out of the bassinet from the comfort of your bed for feedings at night or for other needs. He also praised the security of the Co-Sleeper as it meets all requirements for a baby's crib and bassinet. It's been in the marketplace for decades and "about 1.5 million units have been sold" with no reported infant deaths or injuries.

The Clear-Vue bedside cot was the easiest to access of all the cots that we tested. The swiveling sleeping space and adjustable height of the Clear-Vue made it easy for you to reach your baby and soothe them. The Clear-Vue does not have lower sidewalls which require you to kneel or reach down to retrieve your baby.

The Clear-Vue is the only one of our top picks that doesn't attach to a parent's bed however, it was an impressive second place and superior to other models that were intended to be attached to a parental bed. It has a sturdy, solid feel, and lots of storage space.

2. HALO Bassinest

The HALO Swivel Bassinest Sleeper is the only 4-in-1 bedside crib cot that can rotate 360 degrees to bring baby closer and making it easier for parents to get in and out. It also has a lowering wall that allows moms to tend to their babies without having to get out of bed. This is a big plus for nursing mamas who require help with their newborns who are feeding in clusters in the early weeks and months after delivery.

The Bassinest features mesh walls on the sides to allow airflow as well as a swivel function for parents who wish to watch the baby throughout the night. The ability to watch the baby and keep them close can be a major benefit during the exhaustion that comes with new parenthood.

This model scored high in the Convenience Assessment, which evaluates features that make it easy to use and clean. This is a necessity for those who have to face spit-ups and diaper blowouts during the first few weeks of life. The Bassinest is light and can be easily wiped down with water and the mattress pad can be washed as well. It also has an accessory pouch which is ideal for storing items such as diapers and nipple cream, which are indispensable during the sleep-deprived first days of motherhood.

There are a variety of models of the Bassinest that are available, including the less expensive standard Essentia version that doesn't come with any extra features and the more extravagant LUXE PLUS series that includes white noise and vibrating to help babies fall asleep and remain asleep. Both models come with the mattress pad, a fitted sheet, and a huge storage caddy that is more spacious than the storage pouches found on other Bassinest options.

The LUXE Plus series has the ability to lower-wall lock, a stable and sturdy base that can be adjusted for most beds between 22" and 34", an adjustable floor lamp that lets you see your baby during the day and a removable storage bag that can be used to store extra bedding or supplies. It's not ideal for travel due to the size and weight, but the swivel function is great to keep your baby close when you're at home.

3. Joie Roomie Glide

The design is designed to make bonding between parents an absolute pleasure this co-sleeper from English brand Joie is much more than a bedside crib. It allows you to lay next to your child without sharing your bed. You can feed, soothe or snuggle your baby from the comfort of your bed. Enjoy every minute of the newborn phase.

The Joie Roomie Glide Cot is simple to clean and use. It's ideal for parents who want to sleep together with their baby. Its cocoon-shaped, rounded design, soft side panels that are padded and a double mesh window allows you to observe your baby's sleep from the comfort of your bed or sofa. The sliding side panel can be raised and lowered with one hand. This makes it much easier to answer late-night wakeup calls. The gentle motion will gently soothe your child to a peaceful sleep so that you can enjoy an uninterrupted night of rest.

The crib is fitted with the mattress that is washable and removable. It's also light and durable. It comes with four locking wheels to keep it secure in place and is covered with a rubber-coated fabric to avoid floor scratches.

One of the most appealing features about the Roomie Glide is its adjustable height. You can adjust the legs to match the height of your sofa or bed, ensuring that it is in perfect alignment with your infant's mattress. This is particularly useful if you're breastfeeding as it allows you to feed your baby close without leaving your bed. The height can also reduce the chance of your child falling out of the crib.

A built-in rocking function is another handy feature that's perfect for newborns. Two buttons on the sides of the crib enable a gentle rocking sound that is soothing and relaxing for babies. You can choose to go at a slow or lively pace and the glide feature can be locked once your baby is asleep.

The only downside of the Roomie Glide cot is that it is only suitable for infants. You'll need to upgrade your baby's bed to a full size crib when he/she turns six months (normally around the time they move into their new room). Roanna found it to be an excellent cotbed and would recommend it.

4. Bjorn Cradle

The Bjorn Cradle makes a great option for parents looking for a chic, simple bedside cot for twins cot. Its simple design looks great in any space, and it is easy to set up and use. Its low-height makes it a great choice for parents who want to monitor their baby while they sleep. This bassinet scored above the average in our Eco-Health category since it is free of flame retardant chemicals and has the lowest amount of toxic materials. It is also certified by Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class I for baby products.

The BabyBjorn Cradle is a cozy compact cradle which helps babies sleep with gentle rocking movements. The cradle will rock the baby gently or parents can manually rock it manually. The cradle's transparent mesh sides promote air circulation and allow parents to keep an eye on their newborn while sleeping.

In addition to its small size, the cradle's lightweight weight makes it easy to move from room to room. It is easy to clean and is washable using the mattress pad. It is vital to note that the cradle should never be used with any extra padding or mattress, pillow, bedding, or comforter as this can pose the risk of suffocation for infants.

To lower the risk of SIDS, it's crucial to practice safe sleeping habits in all sleeping areas. This includes placing your baby on their backs during each nap, and also when they sleep in the cradle. You should also stop using the cradle if your baby begins to push up on their knees or hands or reaches 8kg/18lbs.

The BabyBjorn crib, like all of our cribs and bassinets, is made of child-friendly materials. The materials are tested to ensure that they are in compliance with the most current safety standards. In fact, the manufacturer tests their products to ensure that they don't contain any harmful chemicals or chemicals that could harm your baby. The cradle is made of polyester and cotton and it's free of allergens that could irritate the baby's sensitive skin. The fabric is hypoallergenic and promotes air circulation.