The Best Bedside Cots
A bedside crib is a bassinet-style cot that attaches to your own bed, making it safe for babies to sleep right next to you. This is a great choice for parents who want their child to be near for peaceful feedings during the first few months of his life.
The HALO bassiNest Essentia is the winner of our top rated bedside cots for testing. It has a swiveling sleep surface and sidewalls which can be easily lowered. This makes it easy to reach over and comfort them.
Safety
A bedside cot is an ideal solution for new parents who wish to keep their infant close to them without sacrificing security. The crib is attached to the side of your mattress. It also has a movable end so you can reach out to your baby. You can also use a bedside crib to feed your baby at night or soothe them back to sleep. It's also a great option for mums who have had C-sections. Bedside cots are available in a variety of sizes and designs, and some include storage. When choosing a bedside cot make sure you check the safety features.
The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has a stylish design and is simple to put together. Its oval shape is perfect for babies who roll around in their sleep. They won't end up in a corner like they would with a rectangular cot. This cot can also be easily fitted through standard door frames. This is a fantastic option for parents who are limited on 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 great. bedside baby sleeper allow it to grow with your child and then transform into an infant's bed when the time comes. It is also lightweight so it is easy to move around.
A high mesh crib side is a nice feature to have at the bedside of a crib. This will keep your child from falling. It should be securely attached to your bed with no gaps or parts that are loose. Ask a professional if you are not confident in fitting a bedside crib yourself.
Sleeping in a co-sleeper is not recommended until your baby is at least six months of age. The official advice from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that infants shouldn't sleep in your bed due to the risk of overheating and suffocation. However, if you need to sleep with your partner in a crib, a bedside crib is the safest option.
Size
A bedside cot is an upholstered bassinet cot that is fixed to the side of your bed. It comes with a side which can be lifted or lowered to let you reach your baby quickly, without needing to leave the bed. Celeb mums like Stacey Solomon Binky Felstead, and Lucy Mecklenburgh love these. They are ideal for those who have limited mobility after a C-section.
The Maxi-Cosi is our top choice. It comes with an option to peek behind that allows you to view your baby on the bottom of the mattress. It also adjusts to the mattress's height however some mothers have complained about the difficulty of moving it up and down. It's also among the lightest options on our list and folds down to an ideal size for a suitcase which makes it perfect to travel with your baby.
Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which can be used as a bassinet, travel cot and playpen. It also won our 2021 Mother&Baby Award gold medal in the Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. It comes with a storage shelf and is easy to move into and out of the car. Some mothers, however, considered it to be too big and wide to fit into tight spaces, especially when it is used as a sleeper in bed.
Design
The best cribs for bed are sleek, stylish and contemporary. Some cribs feature innovative designs like a peek-aboo flap on the sides to allow you to check on your baby without disturbing him. Other features, like adjustable height are useful for those who have difficulty getting up. These sleepers can be used as a cot or bassinet, and some have tilt positions for babies with reflux. If you're looking for something more traditional there are a lot of options as well.
A few of our favourites are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini which was awarded bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses or Basket category and the Next2me Magic shortlisted in the same category. Both have adjustable height, and can be converted into a travel cot that can be used for use when away from home. They are also lightweight and easy to move around.
Other mums like the Lua Bedside Sleeper that comes with an adjustable changing mat and storage space as it also has the bassinet, which can be collapsed into a mini cot as well as a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for a newborn and is bigger than Moses baskets, which can feel flimsy or thin.
Another option that is great is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as a Moses basket, cot or travel cot. It has a pop-up changer, a handy shelf for books and toys, and a mesh, adjustable side that offers the best view of your baby. It's not very light, but it is easy to move around and looks great in any bedroom.
Cost
If you're in the market for a bedside sleeper crib or bassinet, the cost is a consideration. Some of the more popular models can be quite expensive. However, there are many cheaper alternatives. Some even come in a range of different styles and colors to match your nursery's decor.
The best bedside cots have adjustable sides that can be adjusted to match the height of your bed. Some also have an incline position that is great for babies suffering from reflux. They can also be folded when not in use and some models come with bags for travel that is perfect for new mothers who are often out and about or have guests staying with them.
Bedside cots are generally slightly bigger than Moses baskets but smaller than cribs. They can be moved from room to if you need to, and some have the side that lowers so you can lift your child towards you for feedings at night or soothing. Some also have a built-in rocker so you can soothe your baby to sleep.
The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced model that was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. The design is sleek and elegant, but it's slightly larger than other options, which means it may not be the ideal choice for small spaces. It's also a bit heavy, weighing over 10kg and requires some maneuvering to put it in place it. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as simple to get into and out of as some other bedside sleepers, because the sides aren't flexible enough and you'll have to bend to pick up your baby.