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How to Choose the Best Bedside Cot uk

Official safety sleeping guidelines from both NHS and Lullaby Trust recommends that newborns sleep in their own crib or Moses basket. A crib that is placed near the bed is a practical and space-saving option for parents who live together.

Mumsnetters love this co sleeper bedside cot-sleeper because it's spacious with lots of space for babies to grow and wriggle and much bigger than the typical Moses basket. It's also easy to put together and comes with a bag for travel.

What is a bedside cot?

Bedside cots (also known as bassinets, side sleepers, or co-sleepers) are an effective and safe method for your baby to sleep near you during their early months. These cribs attach to your bed, allowing you to lift your child towards you to feed them at night or even comfort them. They're also a great choice for breastfeeding mothers or mothers recovering from a caesarean section.

These cots are typically a little smaller than standard cots, but still offer plenty of room for your baby to rest. You can choose from a variety of styles and features based on your preferences. A majority of cribs for bedside use a drop down or removable side that allows you to reach your baby's night feeds and are also available in different heights to accommodate the size of your bed.

Some cribs for bedside baby sleeper use an adjustable riser that allows you to add a slight slope to the sleep area that can aid in reflux and an easy zip-off side for cleaning. Some have manual rocking features which can be a relaxing distraction for your baby. You'll require a mattress that's comfortable to be used with your crib. It must be at least 30cm deep to allow your baby plenty of headroom.

A bedside cot is an investment, but you can be sure your baby will have a comfortable and safe sleep. With the likes of Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid all fans of the SNOO bedside crib, it's worth considering this fashionable alternative to moses basket.

Safety

The Lullaby Trust, in conjunction with the NHS, has issued official safe sleeping guidelines that advise that babies are in the same room as their parents for the first six months. However they shouldn't sleep in your bed. This is to lower the risk of suffocation or sudden infant death syndrome. A bedside co sleeper cot crib is a great option that allows your child to safely be close enough for you to feed them during the night and soothe them back to sleep without needing to leave your bed. It's also ideal for those who have a limited mobility after an operation or recovering from an operation such as a C-section.

Our top pick for a bedside cot the Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3-in-1 travel cot bedside crib is compact and folds down in a matter of seconds to fit into a travel bag which makes it perfect for trips to the beach and nights away from home. It's one of the tiniest bedside cot options and has a comfy deep foam mattress with mesh air-flow panels and an tilt setting, and it was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket.

Another fab bedside cot option is the Chicco Next2me Magic bedside crib that was awarded Bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It comes with built-in storage and a changing mat, is lightweight (only 10kg) and comes with an adjustable side for easy access.

Style

A crib for your bed can be a lifesaver for many mums, especially those recovering from C-sections. You can easily reach your baby without having to get out of bed. This lets you soothe and feed your infant during the night. The close proximity to the baby can also help increase the amount of milk produced by mothers who are breastfeeding.

Alongside being incredibly practical, these bassinets can also look elegant and that's why they're so popular. They're often a bit bigger than Moses baskets and come in a variety of different styles, with some even having extra features such as a gentle tilting of the reflux. The baskets are designed to fit under your bed, they are able to be moved around the home as the baby grows older, and some can be carried with you on the go, making them great for new parents travelling.

When you are choosing a bedside cot, it's important to select a model with drop sides that are easy to use. This lets you lower your baby into the bassinet without lifting them up into your arms. This can be difficult for mothers who have limited mobility. Chicco Next2Me Magic is one of the models that has been acknowledged and shortlisted by Mumsnetters in the category of Best Cot or Crib, or Moses Basket for our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards.

Some models also have a translucent side, which allows you to see your baby. This is particularly useful when you are tired and sleepy when one glance could make all the difference. One such option is the Sleepiest BassiNest, which is easy to lower, as noted by our MFM home tester Emily.

Budget

A bedside crib is a great alternative if you're not ready to upgrade to a full-sized crib. The bassinet-style crib can be attached to your bed so that you can reach your baby easily for feedings at night or cuddle them without disturbing yourself. It's an excellent choice for those with restricted movement following the C-section. Famous moms such as Binky Felstead and Stacey Solomon have also chosen this model.

Our Parents Testers loved the new version of the bestselling Chicco crib, which was awarded the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards as the Best Cot or Crib. It's afclimatizing and spacious and comes with six height settings to accommodate growing babies, and a gentle reflux setting for the incline. It can also be used as a travel cot and it comes with a handy storage bag.

A bedside crib travel crib can be difficult to move around the home, but our Parents Testers found the Shnuggle Air on the side of the crib simple to move. It's one of the lightest options and can be packed into its own travel bag.

The SnuzPod bedside cot is another highly rated product that's easy to put together and fold away, with many features for an unwinding night's sleep. It has a removable adjustable bassinet that lifts off, which can fit more beds than other cots. The fabric is breathable, and helps keep your baby's temperature in check. It has a gentle rocking feature and an incline for reflux. It is also lightweight enough to use as a travel crib while you're traveling. It's a bit more expensive than other bedside cribs but Parents Testers are of the opinion that it is worth the extra expense.