The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside cot for bedside is a bassinet-style crib that can be attached to your bed and allows your baby to sleep close by. This is a great option if you'd like your baby to be close for fuss-free feedings during the first few months of his life.

The HALO bassiNest Essentia is the winner of our best bedside cots test. It has an adjustable sleep surface that can be swiveled and sidewalls which can be easily lowered. This allows you to reach out and feel comfortable.

Safety

A bedside crib is a fantastic solution for new parents who want to keep their child close to them, but not compromise safety. This type of crib is attached to the side of your mattress. It has a moveable end that you can reach out to your baby. You can use a bedside travel cot crib to feed your baby at night or soothe them back to sleep. This is a fantastic option especially for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots can be found in a variety of styles and sizes, and some include storage. If you're shopping for a bedside cot, ensure you look over the safety features to make sure it is safe for your child.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is a stylish-looking cot that's easy to put together and compact. Its oval shape is ideal for babies who play around in their sleep, as it means that they won't be stuck in the corner as they would with an oblong crib. The cot is also easy to fit into standard door frames which is a major advantage for parents who are stretched out by their space.

La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another good option. It comes with a number of features that make parenting easier and also looks beautiful. Its adjustable sides allow it to grow with your child, and then convert into a toddler's bed when the time comes. It is also lightweight so it is easy to move around.

A crib with a high mesh side is a great feature to have at the bedside of a crib. This will keep your baby from falling. It should be fitted securely to your bed with no gaps or areas that are loose. If you're unsure about fitting a bedside cot crib cot yourself you can ask a professional to do it for you.

Co-sleeping is not advised until your baby is at least six months of age. Official advice from The Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that newborns shouldn't sleep in your bed due to the risk of suffocation or overheating. If you must co-sleep with your child, a crib placed at the bedside is the best option.

Size

A bedside cot, also referred to as the bassinet, is a cot that attaches to the sides of your mattress. It has a side that can be lifted or lowered to allow you to reach your baby quickly, 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 and are perfect for those who may have a limited mobility following a C-section.

Our top choice, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with a peekaboo flap that lets you see your baby from the bottom of the bed and it adjusts to the height of your mattress however some moms have said it was tricky to move it up and down. It's also one of our lightest choices and folds into a suitcase-sized package. This makes it ideal to travel with your baby.

Another option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which converts into a bassinet, travel cot and playpen - it even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards gold medal in the best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It comes with a useful storage shelf below and is extremely light to lift in and out of the car. However, some mothers found it a bit long and wide for tight areas, particularly when it is used as a bedside sleeping device.

Design

The best bedside cribs are stylish, sleek and contemporary. Some have innovative designs, like a peek-a-boo flap on the side to let you observe your baby without disturbing them. Other features such as 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 incline positions for reflux babies. If you're looking for something a bit more traditional There are plenty of options to choose from as well.

The CoZee Air by Tutti Bambini was awarded bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It was the best Cot or Moses Basket category. Next2me Magic was also shortlisted. Both are adjustable in height and can be used as a travel cot when away from home. They're also light and easy to move from room to room.

Some mothers prefer the Lua Bedside sleeper that includes a changing mat, storage area and a collapsible bassinet for babies that can be transformed into an e-couch that can be carried around. It also comes with a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the ideal size for a newborn and is larger than Moses baskets, which can appear flimsy or fragile.

Another great option is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as a Moses basket, cot or travel cot bedside cot. It features a pop-up changing table and a shelf for toys and books, and an adjustable mesh side that allows you to observe your baby. It's not light but it's easy to move around and looks great in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're looking for a bedside sleeper bassinet or crib, cost will be a major factor. Many of the most sought-after models are quite expensive, but there are plenty of cheaper alternatives that won't cost you a fortune. Many are available in a range of different styles and colors to fit your nursery decor.

The best bedside cots have adjustable sides and can be raised to match the bed's height. Some also have an incline position that is great for babies suffering from reflux. Some models come with a carry-on bag and can be folded up when not in use. This is great for mothers who are always traveling or having guests coming over.

Bedside cots are generally a little bigger than Moses baskets, but smaller than cribs. They can also be moved from room to room in case you have to and some even have a side that drops down to allow you to lift your baby towards you for feedings at night or calming. Some models come with a built-in rocker to help soothe your baby to sleep.

The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced model that was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It's stylish and sleek, but slightly larger than other models. It's not suitable for small spaces. It's also quite heavy at more than 10kg and requires some maneuvering to position it. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this mattress don't bend as much, so you'll need to bend to grab your baby.