The 10 Scariest Things About Best Bedside Cots

The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside cot sale crib is a bassinet type crib that can be attached directly to your bed. This lets your baby rest peacefully close to you. This is a great solution 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 of our best bedside cots test. It features a swiveling sleep surface and sidewalls that can be easily lowered. This allows you to reach over and soothe them.

Safety

A bedside crib travel cot is a great solution for new parents who want to keep their child close without sacrificing security. This type of cot fixes to the side of your bed and has a single end that can be lifted up or dropped down so you can reach your little one. It can be used as a night feeding station or to soothe your baby back to sleep. This is a great option, especially for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots are available in various sizes and styles and some even have 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 baby.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is an attractive cot that's simple to put together and compact. The oval shape is perfect for babies who tend to play around in their sleep, as it ensures that they don't get trapped in a corner like they might with an oblong cot. The cot can also be easily inserted into standard door frames. This is a great option for parents who are tight on space.

La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another great alternative. This cot is an ideal all-rounder, with plenty of features to make parenting easier and an attractive design. Its adjustable sides mean that it can grow with your child and convert into an infant bed when they're ready. It is also lightweight so it's easy to move around.

A high mesh crib side is a great feature to have at the bedside of a crib. This will stop your child from falling. It should also be fitted securely to your bed with no gaps or loose areas. Consult a professional if are not confident in installing a crib for your bed yourself.

Ideally, you should avoid co-sleeping with your baby until they're at least six months old. The official advice from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that newborns shouldn't sleep in your bed due to the risk of suffocation and overheating. However, if you need to sleep with your partner, a crib that is placed near your bed is the best 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 lowered to allow you to reach your baby easily without the need to get out of bed. These are the preferred choice of celeb mums such as Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They're ideal for parents who have a limited mobility following the C-section.

Our top pick, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with an opening that lets you peek at your baby from the bottom of the bed and it adjusts to the height of your mattress - though some mothers said it was tricky to move up and down. It's 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 transforms into an a portable cot, bassinet and playpen - it even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Award gold medal in the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It has shelves for storage and is easy to lift into and out of a car. However, some mums thought it was a bit too big and bulky for small spaces, especially when it is used as a 4-in-1 bedside crib sleeping device.

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 observe your baby without disrupting them. Other features, like adjustable heights are helpful for those who have difficulty getting up. These sleepers can also be used as a cot or bassinet, and some have tilt positions for babies with reflux. There are plenty of options if you want something more traditional.

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

Some mums prefer the Lua Bedside sleeper that comes with a changing mat, storage area and a baby bassinet that can be folded which can be turned into a portable mini cot. It also comes with an organizer bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for a newborn and is more substantial than Moses baskets, which can feel flimsy or thin.

The iCandy Cocoon is another great option. It can be used as a Moses Basket as a cot, cot, or travel cot. It features a pop-up changing table as well as a shelf to store toys and books, and an adjustable mesh side that allows you to observe your baby. It's not the tiniest, but it's easy to move and looks elegant in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're looking for a bedside cosleeper sleeping device, bassinet or crib, cost is a consideration. Some of the most popular models are costly but there are plenty of cheaper alternatives that won't cost a fortune. They are available in a variety of styles and colors to match the decor of your nursery.

The best bedside cots have adjustable sides and can be raised to meet the height of your bed. Some models also have an incline position that is great for babies with reflux. Some models come with a carry-on bag and can be folded when not in use. This is perfect for mothers who are often on the go or have guests coming over.

bedside cot sale cots are generally slightly larger than Moses baskets, but they are smaller than cribs. They can be moved from room-to-room if you need to and some come with a side that drops down so that you can pull your child towards you for feedings at night or soothing. Some models also come with an integrated rocker so that you can soothe your little one 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. The design is sleek and elegant, but it's slightly wider than some other options, so it might not be the ideal choice for small spaces. It's also fairly heavy, at over 10kg, and requires 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 like other beds for sleepers, as the sides aren't flexible enough and you have to bend over to scoop your baby up.