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The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside cot is a bassinet-style crib that attaches to your own bed, making it safe for baby to sleep close by. This is a great choice for parents who want their little one to be near to feed them without fuss in the early stages.

The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner of our best bedside cots test. It has an adjustable sleep surface and sidewalls that can be easily lowered. This allows you to easily reach out and feel comfortable.

Safety

A bedside cot is the ideal solution for parents who wish to keep their infant close without sacrificing security. The crib is attached to one side of your mattress. It 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 a C-section. Bedside cots can be found in many different designs and sizes, and some even come with storage. If you're in the market for a bedside cot, be sure to check the safety features to make sure it's safe for your child.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has elegant design and is easy to put together. Its oval-shaped design is perfect for babies who like to roll in their sleep. They won't end up in a corner like they would with a rectangular cot. The cot is also easy to slide through doors with standard frames, which is a big advantage for parents who are stretched out by their space.

Another option is the La Redoute Willox Adjustable Cot Bed. This cot is a great all-rounder with plenty of features to make parenting easier as well as beautiful design. Its adjustable sides allow it to expand with your child and then convert into an infant's bed when the time comes. It's also light, so it is easy to move around.

A crib with a high mesh side is a nice feature to have at the bedside of a crib. This will keep your baby from falling. It should also be attached securely to your bed with no gaps or loose areas. If you're not confident about fitting a bedside cot yourself you can ask a professional to complete the task for you.

Co-sleeping is not advised until your baby bedside crib is at least six months of age. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS recommend that you don't let your newborn sleep in your bed. This is because of the possibility of suffocation and overheating. If you do need to sleep with your partner in a crib, a bedside crib is the safest option.

Size

A bedside cot, also known as the bassinet is a cot that attaches to the sides of your mattress. It features a side that is able to be adjusted so that you can reach your baby without having to leave the bed. These are the preferred choice of celeb mums such as Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They're perfect for those who may have a limited mobility following the C-section.

The Maxi-Cosi Lora is our number one pick. It comes with the ability to peek at you to see your child at the bottom of the mattress. It also adjusts to the mattress's height, although some mothers have complained about the difficulty of moving it up and down. It is also one of our lightest options that folds into a suitcase-sized package. This makes it perfect for travel with your baby.

Another great option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which can be used as an a portable cot, bassinet and playpen. It also was awarded our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards gold award in the best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It has a handy storage shelf below and is super-light to lift in and out of the car. Some mothers, however, found it too large bedside cot and wide to fit in tight spaces, especially when it was used as a bed in bed.

Design

The best bedside cribs are sleek, stylish and modern. Some cribs feature unique designs, such as a peek-aboo flap on the sides that allow you to observe your baby without disturbing him. Other features like adjustable heights are helpful when your spouse is having difficulty getting out of bed. Some sleepers can also be used as a bassinet, cot or for babies with reflux. If you're looking for something more traditional there are a lot of options to choose from as well.

Some of our top picks are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini which was awarded bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Award Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category as well as the Next2me Magic shortlisted in the same category. Both can be adjusted in height and can be used as a travel cot if you're away from home. They are also light and easy to move around.

Other mums like the Lua Bedside Sleeper, which has an adjustable changing mat and storage area as in addition to the bassinet, which can be collapsed into a mini cot and a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for a newborn and is more substantial than Moses baskets, which can 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 handy shelf for books and toys and a mesh adjustable side that allows you to have a good view of your baby. It's not light, but it's easy to move and looks sleek in any bedroom.

Cost

Cost is a major factor when you are shopping for a crib, bassinet, or bedside sleeper. Some of the more popular models can be costly. However there are plenty of less expensive alternatives. They are available with a variety of styles and colors to match your nursery's decor.

The best bedside cots have adjustable sides that can be raised to meet the bed's height. Some have an incline setting which is ideal for babies who suffer from reflux. Some models come with a bag for travel and can be folded up when not in use. This is perfect for mothers who are often traveling or having guests over.

Bedside cots are typically a bit bigger than Moses baskets, but are smaller than cribs. They can be moved from one room to another, and others have a side which can be adjusted to allow you to lift your baby towards you to feed them or calm him. Some models come with a built-in rocker that can help soothe your baby to sleep.

Clair de Lune, a mid-priced model, was shortlisted for the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Crib category. It's stylish and sleek, but slightly larger than other models. It's probably not suitable for smaller spaces. It's also quite heavy, at more than 10kg, and needs lots of maneuvering to get it in position. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as easy to get into and out of as some other sleepers for bed, due to the sides don't move much and you'll have to bend over to pick up your baby.