How to Choose the Best Bedside Cot uk

Official safe sleeping guidance 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 can be an efficient and space-saving option for parents who live in a room together.

Mumsnetters love this co-sleeper because it's big enough with plenty of space for babies to grow and play, and more spacious than the size of a Moses basket. It is also easy to put together, and comes with a carry bag.

What is a bedside cot?

Bedside cribs (also known as side sleepers, bassinets or co-sleepers) are an effective and safe method for your baby to be close to you during the first few months. These cribs can be attached to your bed and let you lift your child towards you for night-feeding or comforting. They're also a great choice for breastfeeding mothers or mums recovering from a Caesarean section.

They're often slightly smaller than a standard cot, but provide plenty of space for your baby bedside cot to lay down. You can choose from a wide range of designs and features depending on what you like best bedside cot. Many bedside cribs come with an adjustable or drop-down side that makes it easier to reach the baby during feeding time at night. They are also available in different heights, based on your bed size.

Some cribs for bedside use a riser that allows you to add a slight incline to the sleep area that can aid in reflux and the ability to zip off the sides for easy cleaning. Some cribs come with manual rocking options that can provide a relaxing 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.

A bedside cot is an investment, but you can rest assured that your newborn will get a comfortable and safe sleep. With stars like Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and large bedside crib Gigi Hadid all awed by the SNOO bedside cot wooden crib, large bedside crib it's worth considering this stylish alternative to moses basket.

Safety

Official safe sleeping guidelines from the Lullaby Trust and NHS advises that newborn babies should be in the same room as you for their first six months but not in your bed to reduce the risk of suffocation, and to lower the chance of sudden infant death syndrome. A bedside crib allows you to keep your baby close to help calm them down and feed them at night without having to leave your bed. It's also great if you have limited mobility after an operation or are recovering from a C-section.

Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3 in 1 bedside cot crib cot travel cot is our top pick for a bedside crib. It's compact and folds down flat to fit into a bag for travel, making it perfect for holidays or nights away from home. It's one of the tiniest bedside cot options and has an extremely comfortable mattress with mesh air-flow panels, and an tilting setting, and it won Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for the best Crib, Cot or Moses Basket.

Another fab bedside cot option is the Chicco Next2me Magic bedside crib that won Bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It comes with a built-in changing mat and storage solutions, is lightweight at 10kg, and features an adjustable side that drops down to make it easy to access.

Style

A crib for your bed can be a lifesaver for many mums, especially those recovering from C-sections. They can be attached to your bed so you can easily reach your baby without needing to get up and letting you feed them and soothe them quickly. The close proximity to the baby can also increase milk production for mothers who breastfeed.

Alongside being incredibly useful, bassinets can look pretty elegant and that's why they're so popular. They're usually bigger than Moses baskets and are available in many different styles, with some having additional features, like a soft tilting of the reflux. They're designed to sit close to your bed and can be moved around the house as baby grows. Some are portable so they're great for travelling parents.

It is important to choose an cot with bedside that has easy-to-use drop-sides. This allows you to lower your baby into the bassinet without having to lift them up into your arms. This can be difficult for mothers with mobility issues. Chicco Next2Me Magic is one such model that has been acknowledged and shortlisted by Mumsnetters in the category of the Best Cot or Crib, or Moses Basket for our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards.

Some models also have a transparent side, allowing you to always see your baby. This is especially useful in the case of 3am feeds that are bleary-eyed when one glance could make all the difference. As was noted by Emily who is our MFM home test participant the Sleepiest BassiNest an excellent choice. It's easy to lower.

Budget

If you're still not ready to make the leap to a larger cot an infant crib on your bed could be a great option. This bassinet-style crib attaches to your bed, ensuring that you can reach your baby easily for night feeds or comfort them without causing any disturbance to yourself. It's a great option for those who are unable to move after the C-section. Celeb mums such as Binky Felstead and Stacey Solomon have also chosen this model.

Our Parent Testers loved this latest version of the well-loved Chicco crib, which took home the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for the Best Cot or Crib. It's spacious and breathable, and comes with six different height settings for growing babies. There is also a gentle reflux setting. It can also be used as a crib for travel and comes with a handy storage case.

A bedside crib can be difficult to move around your home, but our Parent Testers found the Shnuggle Air beside crib really simple to move. It's one of the lightest options and is small enough to fit into its own bag for travel, which means you can carry it with you when you travel.

The SnuzPod is another highly rated large Bedside crib cot that's simple to assemble and fold away and packed with features to ensure a good night's sleep. It has a bassinet that lifts off to fit more beds than any other cot, and its breathable fabric helps your baby maintain their temperature. It features a soft rocking feature, as well as an incline to aid in reflux. It's also light enough to be used as a crib for travel when you are traveling. It's more expensive than other bedside cots however our Parent Testers say it's well worth the extra money.