The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside crib is a bassinet style that can be attached to your bed which allows your infants to sleep close. This is a great option when you want your infant to be near for fuss-free feeds during the first few months of.

The HALO BassiNest Essentia won our best bedside cot test, featuring an adjustable sleeping surface that can be swiveled and sidewalls that drop down effortlessly. This makes it easier to reach for comfort and lull them to sleep.

Safety

A bedside crib is a fantastic option for parents who want to keep their baby close but without compromising their safety. This kind of crib is attached to the side of your mattress. It has a moveable end that you can reach out to your baby. It can be used as a night time feeding station or to help soothe your baby back to sleep. It's also a great choice for mothers who've had C-sections. Bedside cots come in a variety of sizes and designs, and some include storage. If you're looking for a bedside cot be sure to check the safety features to be sure it's safe for your baby.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is a stylish-looking cot that's easy to put together and compact. Its oval shape is perfect for babies who roll in their sleep. They won't be stuck in a corner like they would with a rectangular cot. The cot can also be easily inserted into doors that have standard frames. This is an excellent option for parents who are tight on space.

La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another good option. This cot is a great all-rounder with plenty of features that simplify parenting and have a gorgeous look. Its adjustable sides mean it can grow with your child and convert into a toddler bed when they're ready. It's also light, so it is easy to move around.

A high mesh crib side is a good feature to have on a bedside crib. This will prevent your baby from falling. It should also be fitted securely to your bed with no gaps or areas that are loose. Ask a professional if you are not confident in installing a crib on your bed.

The ideal scenario is to avoid sleeping with your child until they're at least six months old. The official recommendation from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that infants shouldn't sleep in your bed due to the risk of overheating and suffocation. If you must co-sleep with your child, a crib at the bedside co sleeper is the best option.

Size

A newborn bedside cot cot is a bassinet-style cot which is attached to the side of your bed. It features a side that is able to be lowered or raised so that you can reach your baby without needing to leave the bed. These are a favourite of famous moms like Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They are ideal for parents who have limited mobility after the C-section.

Our top choice, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with a peekaboo flap that lets you view your child from below the bed and it adjusts to the mattress's height - although some mums claimed it was difficult to move up and down. It's also among our lightest options and folds into a suitcase-sized package. This makes it perfect for traveling with your baby.

Another option that is great is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which can be used as a travel cot bedside crib cot, bassinet and playpen. It even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards gold award in the best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. It comes with shelves for storage and is easy to move into and out of the car. However, some mothers were concerned that it was too long and wide for tight spaces, especially when it is used as a bedside sleeping device.

Design

The best cribs for bed will be sleek, stylish and modern. Some come with innovative designs, like a peek-a-boo flap on the side, to help you observe your baby without disrupting them. Other features, such as adjustable height, can be helpful for those who have difficulty getting up and down from their bed. These sleepers can also be used as a cot or bassinet with an incline position for babies who are reflux. 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 won bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in 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 while away from home. They are also lightweight and easy to move around.

Some mums prefer the Lua Bedside sleeper, which includes a changing mat, storage area and a collapsible baby bassinet that can be transformed into portable mini cot. It also comes with an organizer bag. Jasmine says that it is the perfect size for newborns and is more substantial than Moses baskets, which can feel thin or flimsy.

The iCandy Cocoon is another great alternative. It can be used as a Moses Basket as a cot, cot, or travel cot bedside cot. It has a pop-up changing table, a shelf for books and toys, and an adjustable mesh side that lets you observe your baby. It's not lightweight, but it is easy to move around and looks fantastic in any bedroom.

Cost

If you're in the market for a bedside sleeper, crib or bassinet, price will be a factor. Some of the most sought-after models can be expensive. However there are plenty of less expensive alternatives. Some even come in a range of different colors and designs to suit the decor of your nursery.

The best bedside cots have adjustable sides and can be adjusted to match the height of your bed. Some models come with an incline option that is perfect for babies with reflux. Some models come with a travel bag and can be folded when not in use. This is ideal for new mothers who are always on the go or have guests coming over.

Bedside cots are generally smaller than Moses baskets, but are smaller than cribs. Some are able to be moved from one room to another, and others have a side that can be lowered so that you can lift your baby towards you to feed them or calm them. Some have a built in rocker to soothe your baby to sleep.

The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced option that was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. The design is sleek and stylish, but it's slightly larger than some of the other options, which means it might not be the best choice for small spaces. It's also fairly heavy, at over 10kg, and will require a lot of maneuvering to get it into the proper position. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this mattress don't bend as much, which means you'll have to bend down to take your baby.