Large Bedside Cot: A Simple Definition

Choosing a Large Bedside Cot

Bedside cots (also called co-sleepers or bassinets) are designed to let parents rest with their baby at night without fear of SIDS. However they are not suggested for use until 6 months of age when your baby will need to be moved into a cot or a moses basket.

Mehack is an MFM home tester, loved the fact that this model has an adjustable bassinet that can be used throughout the home. It also features the ability to rock manually. It was easy to assemble and came with its own travel bag.

Size

Cots are smaller than cots. They are less than. They can also be converted into toddler beds, whereas the cot beds are typically used for up to three years. old. There are two sizes of wooden cots, large and standard - which can be converted into a toddler bed or cot. If you wish for your child (or children) to be able to sleep in a larger cot, it's a good idea to pick the larger one.

MFM mum home tester Jasmine was pleased that this bedside cot was slightly larger than a Moses basket, but not too large for the space of her baby's. She says it's easy to lift her baby into and out of the cot for nighttime feeding or soothing, and the quality is top-notch when compared to other cots she's encountered that feel cheap and flimsy.

Another home-based tester, Emily, likes how the Maxi-Cosi is a versatile product - it's a lift-off bassinet that you can move around the house, and it rocks too. It also has a reflux incline and a machine washable liner that is breathable. It was also nominated for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Moses Basket category. The Lora is a perfect fit for a South African cot mattress unlike many international or European brands. This means you don't have to purchase an entirely new mattress each time your baby grows. It does require a special bedding set (60x120cm). Here you can find the ideal mattress for your cot.

Height

When choosing a bedside cot, look for one that can be raised up to a height that's comfortable for feeding your the baby. It must also be lower to a level that is not in the way so that you can pull your baby towards you to feed them at night or soothe him. This feature is especially helpful in the event of recovering from C-section. The Next2me Cot and Tutti Bambini can be adjusted to the maximum height of 58cm, while the Snuzpod 3 can go up to 63cm, and the Knuma Hutch up to 70cm.

You should also consider the level you would like the base of your crib to be. While some mums find it easier to get their babies out of the standard Moses baskets at the smallest height, other mums prefer an elevated base to give them more stability. One of our mum testers mentioned that the Joie Roomie Glide was a popular option. It has an easy-to-fold side that you can press at the push of a button.

Keep in mind that a bassinet or bedside sleeping device is only suitable in the event that your baby can hold his head without assistance, which is typically around 6 months. This is due to the possibility of inhaling suffocation. You should also be aware that if your child is old enough to be able to convert a bassinet/bedside sleeping system into a cot, they will have to take the sides off as soon as they are ready to do this. This will stop them from climbing out or falling out of bed.

Design

There are many styles of cribs for bedside use, ranging from basic to lavish. Some of the more expensive options come with features such as an integrated light, a soothing center which plays music and sounds and has two levels that help to soothe your baby back to sleep. Another option is the swivelling footrest, which makes it easier for you to reach your child to feed them. You can also find models that can be transformed into an infant bed or a toddler bed (or both) ideal for when your child is ready to move to their own bigger bed.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air For instance was awarded Bronze at the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards for the Best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib category. It features a swivelling bottom that allows you to pick up your baby and transfer them to the opposite side of the crib without getting out of bed. This is ideal for new mums who are recovering from Caesarean births or who require a bed for longer periods of time. MFM mum home tester Jasmine loved this feature, stating that it was easy to use and made her baby easier especially after a c-section.

Another option is the Chicco Next2me Magic, which won Gold at the 2021 Mother&Baby Award in the category of the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket. It also includes an easy-to-clean liner, reflux incline and rocking function. It's larger than other cribs we've tested, but it folds down into its travel bag to make it relatively compact when it's not in use.

Leya, MFM mum home tester also praised the bedside crib's functionality. She said it was designed for both parents and children. It is easy to move and super-sturdy. The swivelling base of the bassinet is amazing as it means you can move the bassinet side to side and one of its sides can be lowered down to facilitate access especially for mothers who are recovering from C-sections,' she added.

Safety

The main safety aspect of a large bedside crib (home-page) bedside cot is that it is able to be moved up or down to allow parents to reach their baby when they require to feed them, soothe them, or change their nappy. This makes it ideal for mothers who are recovering from an C-section. You should look for the design that lets you lower the bed's side by pressing a button. This will allow you to lift your child without having to get out of bed. This is essential, especially when your baby grows and becomes more mobile. Do not add anything that may increase the risk of injury or suffocation, such as pillowcases and duvets that can cause your baby to become overheated.

The CPSC's NPR includes 24 incidents that are attributed to product issues that include gaps between a bedside sleeper (adult bed) and the bedside travel cot sleeper (12 incidents), fabric-sided enclosed openings (11) and consumer misassembly (6 incidents).

In its NPR the CPSC examined the possibility of introducing additional requirements to bedside sleepers. For example the products would need to meet the minimum height requirements for bassinets, or at least the maximum height requirements for the rails that are lowered. The CPSC determined, however, that these requirements were not feasible or effective in reducing number of incidents where infants are trapped by the bedside rail and an adult bed.

Many of the incidents reported in the NPR focused on multi-use bedside crib travel cot sleepers which can be converted to other types of equipment, like bassinets or play yards. A number of commenters suggested that the CPSC include in the proposed rule an alternative provision for multi-use bedside baby bed sleepers that would allow them to meet the minimum side-height requirements for bassinets through the use of an attachment that can be permanently connected or disconnected when the product is not being used as a bassinet.

The CPSC is examining these and other comments received in response to its NPR regarding bedside sleepers. The Commission will consider these comments when deciding on the final rule that is expected to be released in November 2021.