Newborn Bedside Cot

A newborn bedside cot is a compact sleeper that allows babies to share a room as their parents, without the risk of sleeping together (which the AAP advises against due to SIDS and suffocation). It helps you care for your baby and give them a bottle in the middle of the night.

This mattress is a firm mattress to help babies' backs and minimize the chance of SIDS. It can slide over the bed of your adult to allow you to lift your child out for midnight nursing or cuddles at sunrise.

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A bedside crib, also referred to as a co-sleeper or bassinet is a bassinet-style baby cot that clips to your bed. This allows you to reach your baby easily and safely for a nighttime feed or cuddles. These are great for moms and babies recovering after a c section as they allow easy access to the baby without having to get up from bed.

There are many different designs available, ranging from basic ones that have an upside-down side to more sophisticated ones that have numerous adjustment options, like the ability to tilt or raise. Many can be converted into a standalone crib when your baby grows older and has a longer sleep time at night.

Maxi-Cosi Lora is among our favorites. It was nominated in the Best Cot category for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. MFM home tester Emily expressed her delight at how stylish and modern the design is and she was impressed by the feature that you can use it as a regular bassinet, or connect it to a bed to sleep side-by-side in a safe and secure manner. She also liked the plush mattress, which has passed our test for firmness and also the fact that it comes with a manual rocking feature that can be adjusted to a slight slope for reflux sufferers.

However, she wasn't a fan of the fact that it had a non-mesh panel at its bottom and thought it was a bit bulky to move from room room frequently. When it was folded into its travel bag she found it a bit heavy to carry up the stairs.

Size

A bedside cot is essentially the bassinet style cot that can be fixed to the side of the bed. It allows you to reach your baby during the night for feeding nappies, comforting and baby bedside cot feeding. It's perfect for mothers recovering from a c-section.

The NHS and Lullaby Trust recommend that you keep your baby away from you for the first six months, to decrease the chance of SIDS. The bedside cot for twins crib, with its low sides, is a great option to achieve this. It lets you access your baby easily at night.

It is essential that your baby sleeps on a firm, not an extremely soft mattress. Infants don't have the motor control to turn over and a soft mattress could increase the chance of suffocation. The mattress is made of skin-friendly and air-tight materials. It is a comfortable fit for your baby, but sufficient to be secure.

Mum Jasmin was happy that the crib didn't take up much space in her bedroom and found it to be the perfect size for a newborn. She also said that the mattress was of high-quality and not like other mattresses that seem thin and flimsy. She also likes the fact that it has a storage space beneath for bedding and clothes which many bassinets don't have.

MFM mum home test Mehack is a big fan of the side wall that is removable that allows you to drop it down for easy access to your infant. She also loves that legs fold into the bed so it doesn't look bulky or take up a lot of floor space. She's also impressed by the ease of being able to move around the house as you need to in the middle of the night, which is convenient for meals and check-ins.

The winner of a Gold award in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards and the CoZee Air is a popular choice for parents. It is designed with four built-in pulleys to raise or lower the crib. It also comes with a large storage bin to store your baby's toys, blankets and other essentials. It is also lightweight and easy to put together and is ideal for travel with your baby.

Safety

It's important to consider the safety of the crib for your newborn. Official safe sleep advice from both the Lullaby Trust and NHS recommends that babies not sleep in their parents' beds due to the dangers of overheating, suffocation and a higher chance of suffering from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Bassinets for bedside use let parents keep their baby close and allow for feeding at night, comforting and monitoring without having to leave their bed.

This close proximity can support breastfeeding mothers, as it lets them attend to the needs of their infant while they sleep. This can help to maintain milk supply and encourage breastfeeding. Some bedside travel cot cots have adjustable height options, which can help to ensure that the bassinet is a comfortable height for both mother and baby, allowing ease of access during feedings or care.

A lot of bassinets have a firm mattress, which is designed to reduce suffocation risk and meets the standards of the industry. This is essential because newborn's bones are soft and aren't fully developed. They need to be supported to prevent injury. The mattress should be covered with a fitted sheet to decrease the chance of suffocation due to dust mites and other allergens and kept hygienically clean and free from irritants.

Some cots for bedside use have the capability of being tilted, which is beneficial for babies suffering from reflux or digestive issues, baby bedside cot however this should be done with great caution and at a gentle angle. Avoid putting pillows, duvets, or padded crib bumpers in the bassinet. They could pose the risk of suffocation your baby.

You should also consider the bassinet with a secure attachment system. It can be attached to your bed without the use of tools. This feature is especially useful for parents who have difficulty get their child in and out of the crib or are concerned about their baby accidentally rolling over while sleeping. If your bassinet is equipped with secured attachments it's a good idea to regularly make sure it's secure and that there aren't gaps or loose parts which could cause danger.

Comfort

If you're planning to become a parent, your baby's safety is one of your primary concerns. There's a brand new sleep solution that allows you to keep your baby close at night, without the danger of sharing a bed. The baby bedside cot is essentially a bassinet-style cot which is fixed to the side of your bed that allows you to take them away to feed them at night and soothe. It's also an excellent choice for mothers recovering from a c-section, because it eliminates the need to bend over too much or even take a step out of the bed.

Modern bedside cots for newborns should have a flat, firm mattress to encourage safe sleeping practices and reduce the risk Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. The bedding should be kept as simple as possible with just the sheet for the cot and blanket that is tightly tucked into the bottom. Avoid bumpers, toys and pillows that could be thrown over your baby, creating a suffocation risk. If your baby is familiar with being swaddled, you can use a swaddle or baby sleep bag for the first few weeks, although it is best bedside cot to remove it as soon as you can once they've gained the strength to take off their wraps.

Some cribs with a bedside feature an adjustable or drop-down side that allows for an easy access to your baby for comforting and feeding during the middle of the night. This is a great feature for parents who want to maintain a close bond with their child, while adhering to NHS sleep guidelines. However, if you're planning to sleep in the same bed with your baby it's important to know that this practice has been linked to a higher risk of SIDS, particularly if a parent unintentionally falls on their infant while they sleep.

A breathable fabric is another essential safety feature, as it's designed to keep your baby cool and comfortable throughout the night. This is especially important if you intend to sleep with your baby because the risk of overheating during sleep increases. The SnuzPod4 features a unique breathable mesh side panel, which helps to improve airflow and keep your baby warm in their bed.