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The Best Bedside Cots A bedside crib is a bassinet-style cot that attaches to your own bed which allows your babies to sleep right next to you. This is a great option to allow your baby to be close for fuss-free feedings in the beginning stages of their development. The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner in our top bedside cots test. It has an adjustable sleep surface and sidewalls which can be lowered easily. This makes it easy to reach out and feel comfortable. Safety A bedside crib is an ideal option for parents who want to keep their child close but without compromising their safety. This kind of crib is attached to the side of your mattress and has a movable end so you can reach out to your baby. You can use a crib for your bed to feed your baby at night or soothe them back to sleep. This is a great choice particularly for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots are available in a variety of sizes and styles and some even have storage. When shopping for an upholstered cot for your bedside make sure you check the safety features. The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has an attractive design and is easy to assemble. The oval shape is perfect for infants who roll around in their sleep, since it means they won't get trapped in a corner like they would with a rectangular crib. This cot is also easy to fit through standard door frames, which is a big advantage for parents who are stretched out by their space. La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another great alternative. The cot comes with a variety of features that make parenting easier, and it looks great. Its adjustable sides allow it to expand with your child and then convert into an infant's bed when the time arrives. It's also light, so it's easy to move around. A high mesh crib side is a great feature to put on a bedside crib. This will prevent your baby from falling. It should be securely fitted to your bed without gaps or loose parts. Ask a professional if you are unsure about fitting a bedside crib yourself. Sleeping in a co-sleeper is not recommended until your baby is at least six months of age. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS recommend that you should not let your newborn sleep in your bed. This is due to the danger of suffocation and overheating. However, if you need to co-sleep, a bedside crib is the most secure option. Size A bedside cot is a bassinet-style cot that fixes to the side of your bed. It has one side that can be lifted up or dropped down so that you can reach your baby easily without having to get out of bed. Celebrity moms like Stacey Solomon Binky Felstead, and Lucy Mecklenburgh adore these. They are ideal for those who have limited mobility after a C-section. Our top pick, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with a peekaboo flap that lets you peek at your baby from below the bed and it adjusts to the mattress's height however some moms have complained that it was difficult to move it up and down. It is also one of our lightest choices and folds into a suitcase-sized package. This makes it ideal for travel with your baby. The Slumber 3-in-1 is another great alternative. It can be used as a portable bassinet or cot and also serves as a playpen. This product won the gold award at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards, in the category of the best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib. It has an adjustable shelf for storage and is easy to move into and out of a car. Some mothers found it too big and wide to fit in small spaces, particularly when it is used as a sleeper on the bed. Design The best cribs for your bed will be modern, sleek and stylish. Some come with innovative designs including a peek-aboo flap on the side to let you check in on baby without disturbing them. Other features, like adjustable height, can be helpful if your partner has trouble getting up or down from their bed. These sleepers can be used as a bassinet or cot with an incline position for babies who are reflux. If you're looking for something more traditional there are a lot of options as well. Some of our favorites are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini, which won bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Award Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category as well as the Next2me Magic was shortlisted in that same category. Both can be adjusted in height and can be used as a travel cot when away from home. They're also light and easy to move from room room. Other moms love the Lua Bedside Sleeper, which has a changing mat and storage area as well as an adjustable bassinet that folds into a mini crib and storage bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for a newborn and is bigger than Moses baskets, which may appear flimsy or fragile. Another option is an alternative is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as an Moses basket, cot, or travel cot. It has a pop-up changing table, a shelf for toys and books, as well as an adjustable mesh side that allows you to view your baby. It's not light however it's easy to move and looks sleek in any bedroom. Cost Cost is an important aspect when you're looking for a crib, bassinet or bedside sleeper. Many of the most well-known models are expensive however there are many cheaper alternatives that won't cost you a fortune. Some come in different colors and styles to match your nursery decor. The most comfortable bedside cots have adjustable sides and can be raised to meet the bed's height. Some have an incline setting that is perfect for babies who suffer from reflux. They can also be folded away when not in use, and some models come with an included travel bag that is perfect for mothers who often go out or have guests staying over. Bedside cots are usually a bit bigger than Moses baskets, but they are smaller than cribs. They can also be moved from room to room when needed and some even have an end that can be lowered so that you can pull your child towards you for feedings at night or calming. Some have a built-in rocker so you can soothe your baby to sleep. Clair de Lune, a mid-priced model, was nominated for the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Crib category. The design is stylish and sleek however it's a little larger than other options, so it's not the best choice for small spaces. bedside cot newborn 's also fairly heavy, at more than 10kg, and needs lots of maneuvering to get it in the proper position. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as easy to get in and out of as other beds for sleepers, as the sides aren't flexible enough and you need to bend to scoop your baby up.