Newborn Bedside Cot

A newborn bedside cot is a compact sleeper that allows new babies to share a room as their parents, without the risk of sleeping together (which the AAP cautions against due SIDS and suffocation). It also makes mid-night nursing sessions and baby care simpler.

This sleeper has a firm mattress that supports babies' backs, reducing the chance of SIDS. It can be rotated over your adult bed to allow you to lift your baby for sunrise cuddles or late night nursing.

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A bedside cot, also known as a co-sleeper, an infant cot with a bassinet design that is attached or clipped to your existing bed. This allows you to reach your baby easily and safely for a nighttime feed, comforting, or cuddles. They are a great choice for mothers or new parents recovering from a c-section because they provide an easy access to baby bedside cot and don't require you to get up.

There are a variety of styles available, from the 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 convert to a standalone crib for daytime naps or when your baby is about months old and is sleeping more at night.

One of our favourites is the Maxi-Cosi Lora, which was nominated for the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for the categories of Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket. MFM home tester Emily expressed her delight at how stylish and modern the design, while she appreciated the possibility of using it as a regular bassinet, or clip it to a bed for safe side-by-side sleeping. She also liked the plush mattress, which passed our firmness test, and the fact that it has an automatic rocking feature that can be set to a slight tilt for reflux sufferers.

She wasn't a fan of the fact that it had a non-mesh panel at the bottom and she thought it was too heavy to move around from room to room. It also felt a little heavy to carry up and down the stairs when folded away into its bag for travel bedside crib.

Size

A bedside cot is essentially an upholstered bassinet that is fixed to your side of the bed. You can easily reach your baby to feed them, change nappies or just to soothe them in the middle of the night. It's also great for mums recovering from C-sections.

The NHS and Lullaby Trust recommend that you keep your baby separate from you in the first six month, to lower the risk of SIDS. A bedside crib is a safe way to achieve this as it has low sides and lets you easily reach your baby at night.

It is crucial that your infant sleeps on a firm mattress since it is more secure than a soft one. A soft mattress can increase the risk of suffocation for newborns, as they do not have the motor control required to turn. The mattress is made of skin-friendly and air-tight materials. It is a comfortable fit for your baby, but firm enough to be safe.

Mum Jasmin was delighted that the crib didn't take up the entire space in her room and found it to be the perfect size for a newborn. The mattress she rated as also of good quality, as opposed to those that feel cheap and thin. She also likes the fact that it has a storage space beneath for blankets and clothes which she believes many bassinets don't have.

MFM mum home tester Mehack is a fan of the side wall with a removable design that lets you drop it down for easy access to your newborn. She also likes the fact that the legs can be tucked under the bed to look less bulky and occupy less area on the floor. She's also amazed by how easy it is to move around the house when you want to, for convenience during middle-of-the-night feedings and check-ins.

The CoZee Air crib is a favourite among parents. It won the Gold Award at the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards. It features a unique design with four pulleys which can be used to raise or lower your crib. There's also a large basket for blankets, toys, and other items. It's also light and easy to assemble, making it ideal for travel with your baby.

Safety

It is crucial to think about safety when choosing the right crib for your baby's bed. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS, recommend that babies don't sleep in the parents bed due to the possibility of suffocation and sudden infant death syndrome. Bassinets for bedside crib to cot use let parents keep their infant close and allow for feeding at night as well as monitoring and comforting without having to get up from their beds.

This close proximity also helps breastfeeding mothers as they can attend to the needs of their infant without waking up at all times, which can help to maintain milk supply and support the breastfeeding experience. Some cots for wooden bedside cot use adjustable height options that can aid both the mother and baby to get into the bassinet to feed or take care of other needs throughout the night.

Many bassinets come with mattresses that are firm and designed to decrease the risk of suffocation, and meets industry standards. It is crucial to support the bones of a newborn, as they are still soft and not fully formed. The mattress should be encased with a fitted sheet to minimize the risk of suffocation from dust mites or other allergens, and kept clean and free from irritants.

Some bedside cots can be tilted. This can be beneficial for babies with reflux or digestive issues, however it should be done with extreme caution and at a gentle angle. Avoid placing pillows, duvets or padded crib bumpers to the bassinet. These could create the risk of suffocation to your baby.

It is also recommended to consider an infant bassinet with a secure attachment system. This can be attached to your bed without the need for tools. This feature can be particularly beneficial for parents who struggle to lift their baby in and out of the crib or who are concerned about falling asleep. If your bassinet has a secure attachment, it is a good idea for you to check it regularly. Check to ensure there aren't any gaps and that the system is securely attached.

Comfort

If you're expecting your first child, the comfort of your child is definitely one of your top priorities. There's a great sleep solution that lets you keep your baby close during the night, without any of the dangers that come with bed-sharing. The baby bedside cot is basically a bassinet-style cot which is fixed to the bed's side that allows you to move them towards you to feed them at night and soothe. It is also a great option for mothers recovering from a C section as it removes the need to get up or sit up.

A modern newborn bedside crib or cot cot should have a firm flat mattress to promote safe sleeping practices and decrease the chance of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The bedding should be simple, comprising a cot sheets and blanket tucked tightly at the bottom. Avoid toys, bumpers and pillows as these could fall on your baby and cause danger of suffocation. If your baby is used to being swaddled you can use a swaddle or a baby sleep bag for the first few weeks, however it should be removed as soon as possible once they've gained the strength and confidence to unwrap themselves.

Some cribs for bedside use a drop-down or removable side for easy access to your newborn for middle-of-the-night feeds and comforting. This feature is ideal for parents who wish to maintain a close bond with their child while still following NHS sleep guidelines. If you plan to co-sleep with your child, it's important to know that this practice could increase the chance of SIDS. This is especially true if a parent accidentally rolls on their infant while sleeping.

A fabric that breathes will keep your baby cool and cool throughout the night. This is especially important if you plan to co-sleep with your newborn, as the risk of overheating is higher during sleep. The SnuzPod4 is a unique, side panel made of breathable mesh that aids in improving airflow and keep your baby warm in their mattress.