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Choosing a Large Bedside Cot

Bedside cots, also referred to as co sleeper bedside cot-sleepers and bassinets, are designed to let parents sleep close to their children at night without the risk of SIDS. They are only recommended for up to 6 months, when your baby is ready to transition to an actual cot.

Mehack Mehack, an MFM home tester, was awed by the fact that this model features an adjustable bassinet that can be used all around the home. It also has the ability to rock manually. It was also simple to assemble and came in its own travel bag for easy storage.

Size

Cots and cot beds vary in terms of size in size, with cots smaller than cot beds. They also often convert into toddler beds, whereas they are typically used for up to three years. old. If you're opting for a wooden cot, you'll find two sizes available that are large and standard both of which convert into a toddler bed or cot beds. Selecting the larger of the two is a good option if you want your child to sleep in it until they are approximately three.

MFM mother home test Jasmine loved that the bedside cot was slightly bigger than a Moses basket but not too big for her baby's room. She says it's easy to lift her baby into and out of the cot for nighttime feeding or soothing, large bedside Cot and that the quality is excellent when compared to other cots she's seen that feel flimsy.

Emily is another home tester, loves the versatility of the Maxi-Cosi Lora which is a portable, lift-off bassinet. It also rocks. It also has an option for inclining the reflux and a machine-washable liner that is breathable. It was also shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for the best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket. The Lora is compatible with a South African cot mattress unlike other international or European brands. This means you don't need to buy a new mattress every time your baby grows. However, it requires a special bespoke bedding set (60x120cm). Find the ideal mattress for your cot here.

Height

When you are choosing a cot for your bed, look for one that can be raised to a height that's comfortable for you to feed your baby. It should also be able to be dropped down so that you can pull your baby closer to you for night feeds or to soothe. This is especially useful when you're recovering from a C-section. The Next2me Cot and Tutti Bambini can be adjusted to a maximum height of 58cm, while the Snuzpod 3 can go up to 63cm and the Knuma Hutch can be adjusted to 70cm.

Another thing to think about is how low you want the cot's base to be. While some moms find it easier to lift their babies out of traditional Moses baskets when they are at the lowest level, some mothers prefer an elevated base to give them more stability. The Joie Roomie Glide is a popular choice and one of our mum test subjects saying that it comes with a simple collapsible part that you can use at the push of one button.

Keep in mind that a bedside or bassinet is only suitable until your baby can hold their head up unaided generally around 6 months. This is because of the possibility of suffocation. It is also important to be aware that when your child is old enough to be able to convert a bassinet/bedside sleeping system into a cot, you will need to take the sides off as soon as they are able to do so. This will stop them from getting out or falling out of bed.

Design

There are many styles of cribs that are twin bedside cot, ranging from simple to luxurious. The more expensive options could include features like a built-in nightlight and a calming centre that plays music and sounds and has two levels of vibrations to help soothe baby back to sleep, or an adjustable base that allows you to get your baby's food in the right place. Some models can be transformed into a toddler bed or cot (or both) when your child is ready for their own bed.

For instance the Tutti Bambini CoZee Air that won Bronze in the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards for the Best Crib, Cot or Moses Basket category, has a swivelling base that allows you to take your baby and transfer them from one side of the crib to the other without having to get out of bed. This is perfect for new mothers recovering from Caesareans or who have to stay in bed for long periods of time. Jasmine is an MFM mum who tested this product at home, said that it was easy to operate and made it easier to reach her baby, especially after the c-section.

Chicco Next2me Magic is another option. It was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards as the best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib. It is machine washable and comes with a liner, reflux incline, and rocking feature. It's bigger than the other cribs we've tested, however it folds up into its travel bag, making it compact when not in use.

MFM mum home tester Leya also appreciated the function of this bedside crib she explained how it was created with babies and parents in mind. It is easy to move and super-sturdy. She also said that the bassinet's pivoting base was brilliant because it let you move it from side to side. One of its sides could be lowered to make access easier for mothers who are recovering from c-sections.

Safety

A large bedside cot's main security feature is that it can easily be raised or lowered so parents can reach their baby to feed or comfort them, or change his or her nappies. This is ideal for mothers who are recovering from an c-section. Look for a design that lets you lower one side with the push of a button, so you can easily lift your baby up without having to get out of the bed. This is essential, especially as your child grows and becomes more mobile. Beware of items that could increase the chance of suffocation or injury, such as pillowcases and duvets that can cause your baby to become overheated.

The NPR released by the CPSC NPR included 24 incidents that were attributed to problems with the product, such as gaps between the bedside sleeper and the adult bed (12 incidents) and enclosed openings with fabric sides (11 incidents) as well as consumer misassembly, or missing parts (6 incidents) and other miscellaneous product-related issues (9 incidents).

In its NPR the CPSC looked into the possibility of adding more requirements to bedside sleepers. For example they would need to meet the minimum side height requirements for bassinets or at a minimum, the maximum height requirements for the rail that is lowered. However, the CPSC concluded that such requirements would not be efficient or feasible to reduce the number of incidents in which infants were entrapped between the bedside sleeper and large bedside cot the adult bed.

The majority of the reported incidents in the NPR involved multiuse bedside sleepers that can be converted to other modes such as play yards and bassinets. A number of commenters suggested that the CPSC include a different provision to the proposed rule for bedside sleepers that are multi-use that would permit them to meet the minimum side height requirements for bassinets using an attachment that can be removed. This attachment can be permanently fixed or removed when the item is not being used as a baby bassinet.

The CPSC is considering these and other comments that were received in response to its NPR on bedside sleepers. The Commission will take into account these comments when deciding on the final rule that is expected to come out in November 2021.