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How to Choose the Best Bedside Cot uk

Official safety sleeping guidelines from both NHS and Lullaby Trust recommends that newborns sleep in their own cot or Moses basket. A bedside cot sale crib is an efficient and space-saving choice for room-sharing new parents.

Mumsnetters love this co-sleeper as it's big enough with plenty of room for babies to grow and play, and much bigger than a Moses basket. It's also easy to put together and comes with a bag for carrying.

What is a bedside cot?

A bedside cot (also called a bassinet, side-sleeper or co-sleeper) is a safe way for your baby to sleep close to you throughout the first few months of their life. These cribs attach to your bed, allowing you to lift your child towards you to feed them at night or for comforting. These cribs are also ideal for mothers who are breastfeeding or recovering from a Cesarean Section.

These cots are typically smaller than a standard cot however, they still provide plenty of space for your baby to relax. You can pick from a variety of styles and features based on your preferences. A lot of cribs for bedside use an adjustable or drop-down side to make it easier to reach your baby during feeding time at night. They also come in various heights based on the size of your bed.

Some cribs with a bedside have an adjustable riser that allows you to build an angle to the sleep area. This can aid in reducing reflux. They also come with an open side to make cleaning easy. Others have manual rocking functions which can be a soothing distraction for your baby. You'll need a mattress that is breathable to go with your crib. It should be at least 30cm in depth to give your baby enough headroom.

You can rest assured that your child will be comfortable and safe in a cot that is positioned at the foldable bedside crib. With stars like Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid all awed by the SNOO bedside crib, it's worth looking into this elegant alternative to a moses basket.

Safety

Official safe sleeping guidelines from the Lullaby Trust and NHS advises that babies born today should be in the same room as you during the first six months, but not in your bed to reduce the risk of suffocation and to decrease the risk of sudden infant death syndrome. A bedside crib is an excellent option that lets your baby safely be close enough for you to feed them at night and help them return to sleep without having to leave your bed. It's also a great option for when you are recovering from an operation or a C-section and have limited mobility.

Our top choice for a bedside crib, the Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3-in-1 travel cot bedside crib is compact and folds down in seconds to fit into a travel bag which makes it perfect for trips to the beach and nights away from home. It's one of the tiniest bedside cots available and comes with a an extremely comfortable mattress with mesh air-flow panels, and an tilting setting, and it was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket.

Another fantastic bedside cot is the Chicco Next2me Magic bedside travel cot crib that was awarded Bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It comes with an integrated storage unit and changing mat, is lightweight (only 10kg) and features an adjustable side for easy access.

Style

A crib for your bed can be a lifesaver for many mothers, particularly those who are recovering from C-sections. They are attached to your bed so you can easily reach your baby without having to get up and letting you feed them and comfort them quickly. They're also a great choice for mothers who are breastfeeding as their close proximity will help boost the amount of milk they produce.

As well as being incredibly practical, these bassinets can also look elegant which is the reason they're so sought-after. They're usually more spacious than Moses baskets and come in lots of different styles, some having additional features like a gentle tilt to the reflux. They are designed to be placed near your bed, they are able to be moved around the house when the baby grows older. Additionally, some are able to be taken on the go too making them perfect for new parents travelling.

It is important to choose an cot with bedside that is easy to use drop-sides. They allow you to lower your infant into the bassinet without needing to lift them into your arms, which is difficult for mums with limited mobility. Chicco Next2Me Magic is one of the models that has been highly praised and was shortlisted by Mumsnetters in the category of the best Cot or Crib Moses Basket for our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards.

Another great feature that certain models have is a transparent side that lets you observe your baby at all times. This is particularly useful when you're exhausted at 3am and have to feed your baby. A quick glance can make a huge difference. As was noted by Emily who is our MFM home tester Sleepiest BassiNest is a great option. It's easy to lower.

Budget

If you're still not ready to move to a full-sized cot, an infant crib on your bed could be the perfect solution. The cot is attached to the bed's side so you can easily reach your baby for night feeds and comfort them without disturbing your own sleep. It's also a great option for those with restricted movement after the birth and is a favorite option with famous mothers like Stacey Solomon and Binky Felstead.

Our Parents Testers loved the new version of this bestselling crib from Chicco, which won the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket. It's large and breathable, and comes with six height settings to accommodate growing babies and a gentle reflux setting for incline. It can also be used as a travel cot. Additionally, it comes with an excellent storage bag.

It can be a challenge to move a bedside cot around the house, but our Parents Testers reported that the Shnuggle Air next to the cot was simple to move. It's among the lightest options and cot bedside is small enough to fit in its own bag for travel, so you can take it with you on your travels.

The SnuzPod bedside cot is another highly rated product that's simple to assemble and fold and comes with a variety of features to ensure the perfect night's rest. 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 has a gentle rocking feature, as well as an incline to aid in reflux. It's also light enough to use as a crib for travel while you're on the move. It's more expensive than other bedside cribs however, Parent Testers are of the opinion that it is worth the extra cost.