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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 crib or Moses basket. A bedside crib is an efficient and space-saving option for parents who live in a room together.

Mumsnetters love this co-sleeper as it's large and spacious, with plenty of room for baby to grow and wriggle and much bigger than a Moses basket. It's also easy to assemble and comes with a bag for travel.

What is a bedside crib?

A bedside cot (also called a side sleeper, bassinet or co-sleeper) is a secure way for your baby to rest near you during their first few months. These cribs are attached to your bed, allowing you to lift your child to you to feed them at night or even comfort them. They're also a great option for breastfeeding mothers or mothers recovering from a caesarean.

These cots are often smaller than standard cots, but still offer plenty of room for your baby to relax. You can choose from different styles and features depending on your preferences. Many bedside cribs come with the option of removing or dropping down the side that makes it easier to reach your baby during feeding time at night. They are also available in various heights based on the size of your bed.

Some bedside cribs come with a riser that allows you to add a slight rise to the sleep area that could help with reflux. It also has a zip-off side for easy cleaning. Other cribs have manual rocking functions which can be a soothing distraction for your baby bedside co sleeper. You'll also require a breathable mattress to go with your new crib. It must be at least 30cm deep to ensure your baby has enough head space.

A bedside crib is an investment but you can be certain that your baby will be peaceful and safe night's sleep. Kate Hudson, Serena Williams, and Gigi Hadid are all avid users of SNOO's bedside crib. It is definitely worth considering as an alternative to the Moses basket.

Safety

The Lullaby Trust, in conjunction with the NHS has issued official safe sleeping guidelines that recommend that newborns sleep in the same bedroom as their parents for the first six months. However, they should not sleep in your bed. This is to reduce the risk of suffocation or sudden infant death syndrome. A bedside co sleeper crib allows you to keep your infant close to you to help comfort them and night feed them without leaving your bed. It's also ideal if you have limited mobility after an operation or are recovering from C-section.

Our top choice for a bedside crib, the Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3-in-1 travel cot bedside (source website) crib is compact and folds flat in seconds to fit into its own bag for travel, making it ideal for travel and nights away from home. It's among the lightest options for a bedside cot. It features a comfortable deep foam mattress with mesh panels that let air flow. It also has an incline option that can be added. It also won Gold at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Moses Basket or Cot Crib.

Another fab bedside cot option is the Chicco Next2me Magic bedside baby bed 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 has an adjustable side that makes it easy to access.

Style

A crib for your bed can be a lifesaver for many mums, especially those recovering from C-sections. They can be attached to your bed so that you can easily reach your baby without needing to get out of bed and letting you feed them and soothe them quickly. The close proximity to the baby can also help increase milk production for mothers who are breastfeeding.

Bassinets aren't just practical, but also stylish. This is the reason they're so popular. They're often a bit bigger than Moses baskets and are available in many different styles, with some even having extra features such as a gentle reflux incline setting. They are designed to be placed near your bed, they can usually be moved around the house when the baby grows older. Additionally, some are portable enough to take to the go, making them great for parents who are new to traveling.

It is important to choose an cot with bedside cot 6 months plus 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 mobility issues. Chicco Next2Me Magic is one of these models that has been praised and shortlisted by Mumsnetters in the category of the best Cot or Crib, or Moses Basket for our 2021 Mother and Baby Awards.

Another useful feature that a few models come with is a translucent 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 could make a huge difference. As noted by Emily, our MFM home test participant, the Sleepiest BassiNest is a great option. It is easy to lower.

Budget

A bedside crib is a great option if you're not ready to upgrade to a full-sized crib. The bassinet-style crib is attached to the side of your bed to allow you to easily reach your baby for night feeds and comfort them without disrupting your sleep. It's also a great choice for those suffering from restricted movement after a C-section, and is a popular option with famous mothers like Stacey Solomon and Binky Felstead.

Our Parents Testers loved this latest version of the popular Chicco crib, which won 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Cot or Crib. It's spacious and breathable and comes with six height options to accommodate growing babies, as well as a gentle incline setting. You can also use it as a travel cot and it comes with an excellent storage bag.

It can be difficult to move an upholstered bedside cot throughout the home, but our Parent Testers reported that the Shnuggle Air alongside the cot was easy to move. It is one of the lighter options that can be tucked away in its own travel bag.

The SnuzPod bedside cot is yet another highly rated product that's easy to fold and assemble, with many features for the perfect night's rest. It comes with a bassinet with a lift-off that can fit more beds than any other cot and its breathable fabric can help your baby maintain their temperature. It has a gentle rocking feature, as well as an incline for reflux. It's also light enough to use as a crib for travel when you're traveling. It's more expensive than other cribs for bed but Parents Testers agree that it's worth the extra cost.