How to Choose the Best bedside cot crib 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 an effective and space-saving solution for parents who live together.

Mumsnetters love the co-sleeper as it's big and has plenty of space for babies to grow and wiggle. It is also much bigger than the Moses Basket. It's also simple to put together and comes with a travel bag.

What is a bedside cot?

A bedside cot (also called a bassinet, side-sleeper or co-sleeper) is a safe method for your newborn to sleep close to you overnight during their first months. These cribs are attached to your bed and allow you to raise your baby towards you to feed them at night or for comforting without the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome associated with traditional bed-sharing. These cribs are also great for mothers who are nursing or recovering from a cesarean section.

They are usually smaller than a standard cot but they provide plenty of space for your baby to rest. You can pick from a wide range of styles and features, depending on what you prefer. A majority of cribs for bedside use an adjustable or drop down side that makes it easier to reach your baby's feeding at night. They are also available in different heights to accommodate the size of your bed.

Some cribs with a bedside cots for newborns have an riser that permits you to add a slight incline to the sleep area that can help with reflux and the ability to zip off the sides for easy cleaning. Some cribs feature manual rocking features which can provide a soothing distraction for your baby. You'll need a mattress that is breathable to go with your crib. It should be at least 30cm thick to give your baby enough headroom.

You can be sure that your baby will be safe and comfortable in a bedside cot. With the likes of Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid all awed by the SNOO bedside crib, it's definitely worth looking into this elegant alternative to moses basket.

Safety

The Lullaby Trust, travel cot bedside crib in conjunction with the NHS has released official safe sleeping guidelines which recommend that babies stay in the same bedroom 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 crib allows you to keep your baby close so that you can calm them down and even feed them at night without leaving your bed. This is an excellent option if you are recovering from an operation or C-section and have limited mobility.

Our top choice for a bedside crib, the Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3-in-1 travel cot bedside crib is compact and folds down in seconds to fit into its own travel bag so it's perfect for holidays and nights away from home. It's one of the lightest bedside cots cot options and has the most comfortable deep foam mattress that has mesh air-flow panels, and an tilt setting, and it won Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for Best Crib, Cot, or Moses Basket.

Another great bedside cot is the Chicco Next2me Magic bedside crib which was awarded Bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It has a built-in changing mat and storage solutions It weighs just 10kg, and comes with an adjustable side that can be lowered down for easy access.

Style

A bedside crib is a blessing for many mums, especially those recovering from C-sections. They are attached to your bed so you can easily reach your baby without needing to get out of bed and letting you feed them and soothe them quickly. They're also a great option for mothers who are breastfeeding as their close proximity will help increase their milk supply.

In addition to being extremely useful, bassinets can also look stylish too, which is why they're so popular. Some are more spacious than Moses Baskets, and some have extra features like a gentle reflux and incline. Designed to fit by your bed, they are able to be moved around your home when the baby grows older. Additionally, some are portable enough to take on the go too, making them great for new parents travelling.

It's important to choose a bedside cot that has easy-to-use drop-sides. They allow you to lower your baby into the bassinet without lifting them into your arms, which is difficult for mums who have limited mobility. One of these models is the Chicco Next2Me Magic which has been praised by Mumsnetters and was shortlisted for our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category.

Some models also have a transparent side, allowing you to be able to always view your baby. This is particularly useful when you're groggy at 3am and you need to feed your child. A quick glance can make a huge difference. One such option is the Sleepiest BassiNest that is simple to lower, as noted by our MFM home tester Emily.

Budget

If you're still not ready to move to a larger cot a bedside crib may be the perfect solution. The bassinet-style crib can be attached to your bed, so you can reach your baby easily for night feeds or comfort your child without causing disturbance. It's also a great choice for those with restricted movement following an operation and is a favorite choice with celeb mums including Stacey Solomon and Binky Felstead.

Our Parents Testers loved the new model of this bestselling crib from Chicco, which won the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Cot Crib, Crib or Moses Basket. It's afclimatizing and spacious and comes with six height settings to accommodate growing babies, as well as a gentle setting for the incline. It can also be used as a travel cot, and it comes with an easy-to-store storage bag.

It can be a challenge to move a bedside cots cot around your home, but our Parents Testers said that the Shnuggle Air beside cot was very easy to maneuver. It's one of the lightest options and is small enough to fit in its own bag for travel, so you can take it with you on your travels.

The SnuzPod bedside cot is yet another highly rated product that's simple to fold and assemble with plenty of features for the perfect night's rest. It has a removable, adjustable bassinet that lifts off, which can fit more beds than other cots. The fabric is breathable and can help to regulate your baby's temperature. It also features a soft rocking function, as well as an incline setting for reflux, and is lightweight enough to be used as a travel cot if you're out and about. It's a bit more expensive than other cribs for bed, but Parent Testers agree that it's worth the extra expense.