You ll Never Guess This Bedside Cosleeper s Secrets

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A bedside cosleeper is a bassinet that connects to the side of your adult bed. It's safe, as long as you comply with the CSPC safety guidelines for sleeping spaces for infants.

These guidelines are similar to the crib bedding standards. Learn more about the guidelines here. When selecting a bedside sleeping device security, comfort and convenience are the main factors to consider.

Safety

Many new parents and pregnant mothers have adopted cosleeping or bed-sharing, in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommendation that infants should sleep in the same bedroom as their parents. The Academy recommends that room-sharing with a baby is more secure than sleeping in the same bed as a parent because it reduces the chance of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SIDS). The AAP does not advocate bed-sharing but it does suggest that sleeping on separate sleeping surfaces is a great way to lower the risk of SIDS. This is why the introduction of the bedside cosleeper became so crucial for many families.

A bedside cosleeper can be described as a crib-like sleeper that attaches to an adult bed frame. The bedside co sleeper cosleeper helps parents monitor the baby, and also gives them the freedom to sleep in their own bed. The best cosleepers have strict safety standards and are made with durable, high-quality components. Look for the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) stamp of approval, which indicates rigorous product testing and quality control to ensure your child's safety cosleeping experience.

The safety of a crib is dependent on several aspects. This includes the way it's put in place and secured onto the mattress of the parent. If the bedside cosleeper isn't attached to the parent's bed in a manner that eliminates the gaps and spaces where an infant can become trapped, it could create a suffocation hazard. It is vital that the attachment system for the bedside sleeper be examined to make sure that it is able to withstand any forces that are imposed during use, such as the parent rolling on and off the sleeper. The attachment system or corners on the bedside cosleeper should be tested against the horizontal force.

The standard that is voluntary for bedside sleepers includes by reference the federal consumer product safety standard for bassinets and cradles (16 CFR part 1218) and includes requirements for the performance of enclosed openings with a fabric-side. The mandatory requirements of the standard also address head and neck dangers through insisting that following the application and release of 50-lb. horizontal force in the vicinity of the attachment system and the corners of the bedside sleeping device, a gap that is greater than 1.0 in. It is not allowed to create a gap that is greater than 1.0 in. The standard is not available for reading. can be accessed at ASTM's electronic Reading Room.

Convenience

Many parents avoid cosleeping because they are afraid of the risk of suffocation, or SIDS, or because it's an act of "Ferberization" that forces children to sleep alone. However, anthropologists have noticed for a long time that many mammals, primates and people from other cultures sleep frequently. This could be due to the fact that infants are soothed by the familiar voice of their mother, and it can also help them learn to self-soothe.

The top bedside sleepers have a clever design that attaches on the side of any mattress and swivels so you can easily reach it for feedings or diaper changes during the middle of the night. Look for one with feet that are adjustable and retract to accommodate various mattress heights and a large storage compartment for all the necessities for your baby.

Choose a bedside baby sleeper sleeper that will fit standard crib bedding, so it is safe to use as your child grows. You may also want to think about an adjustable model that can transform into a play yard or a deeper bassinet for a long time of use. It folds easily to travel.

Portability

A bedside cosleeper that has wheels or a light base is much easier to move than one with a bulky wooden frame or a substantial base. The Babybay Bedside Sleeper, HALO BassiNest Essentia and Snoo Smart Sleeper all have great portability features: adjustable feet that retract to fit platforms and the legs fold inward for maximum closeness to the mattress; and sidewalls made of 100% mesh that allow for air circulation without fabric covering baby's nose or mouth.

The Arm's Reach ClearVue is a great option. It adjusts in 1" increments and can be used as a bassinet or a portable bed. It also swivels to allow the baby to be easily accessible so that you can soothe your baby, nurse or monitor her during the night.