Choosing a Large Bedside Cot

bedside crib and cot cots (also known as co-sleepers or bassinets) are designed to let parents rest with their baby at night without risk of SIDS. They are recommended for up to 6 months, after which your baby is old enough to be moved to a bed.

Mehack Mehack, an MFM home tester, loved the fact that this model has an integrated bassinet that can be used around the home. It also has a manual rocking feature. It was also simple to assemble and came in its own travel bag for easy storage.

Size

Cots and cots differ in size and size, with cots being a bit smaller than cot beds. They can also be converted into toddler beds, whereas they are typically used until three years old. older. If you're looking for a wooden cot, you'll find two sizes to choose from both large and standard both of which convert into a cot/toddler beds. Choosing the larger of the two is a good option for children who want to sleep in it until they are at least three years old.

Jasmine, a MFM mum who tested the product at home, liked that it was slightly larger than the typical Moses' basket but still 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, and the quality is top-notch, compared with many she's seen that are flimsy.

Another home tester, Emily, likes how the Maxi-Cosi Lora can be used in a variety of ways - it's a lift-off bassinet that can be moved around the house, and it rocks too. It also has an option for inclining the reflux and a machine-washable liner that is breathable. It was also shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for the Best Cot Crib, Crib, or Moses Basket. The Lora is compatible with a South African cot mattress unlike other international or European brands. This means you do not need to purchase a new mattress every time your baby grows. However, it will require an exclusive bedding set (60x120cm). You can find the perfect mattress for your cot here.

Height

When you are choosing a crib that is bedside cot reviews pick one that can be adjusted to the ideal height for you. It must also be able to be dropped to the ground to allow you to lift your baby towards you during night feedings or soothing. This feature is especially helpful if you're recovering from a C-section. For instance the Next2me and Tutti Bambini cots can be adjusted up to an elevation of 58cm. the Snuzpod 3 goes up to 63cm and the Knuma huddle up to 70cm.

You should also think about how low you'd like the base of your crib to be. Some mothers find it is easier to lift their infants from standard Moses baskets when the base is at the lowest level, while some prefer a higher elevation to provide them with more stability. The Joie Roomie Glide is a popular choice, with one of our mom testers stating that it has an easy-to-use collapsible side that is easy to press down at the touch of the button.

Remember that a bassinet/bedside sleeping device is only suitable in the event that your baby can hold his head without assistance, which is usually at around 6 months. This is due to the danger of being suffocated. It is also important to remember that if you choose a bassinet/bedside sleeper that can be converted into a cot and vice versa, you must start removing the sides when your child is ready for this to ensure they don't get out of bed or get out of bed.

Design

There are a variety of cribs that are bedside, ranging from basic to extravagant. The more expensive options could include features such as a built-in nightlight, a soothing centre that plays sounds and music and has two levels of vibration to help soothe baby back to sleep, or an adjustable base that allows you to reach your baby for feedings. There are also models which can be made into an infant bed or a toddler bed (or both) ideal for when your child is ready to move to a larger bed.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air for instance, won Bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for the Best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib category. It is a swivelling base that lets you take your baby to the crib and move them to the other side of the crib without having to get out of the bed. This is great for mothers who are recovering from Caesareans or those who have to stay in bed for prolonged periods of time. Jasmine is an MFM mother who tested the product at home, said it was simple to use and made it easier for her to reach her baby, especially after having a C-section.

Another alternative is the Chicco Next2me Magic, which won Gold at the 2021 Mother&Baby Award in the category of the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket and is equipped with a machine-washable liner, reflux incline and rocking feature. It's bigger than other bedside cribs that we've tested, but it folds into its bag for travel, making it compact when not in use.

MFM mum home test Leya also appreciated the function of this bedside crib she explained how it was created with parents and babies in mind. It is lightweight and easy to move. 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 lower to make access easier for moms who are recovering from C-sections.

Safety

A large bedside crib bedside cot's main security characteristic is the fact that it is able to be raised or lowered so parents can reach their baby to feed or comfort them, or change his or her diaper. This means that it's ideal for new mothers who may still recovering from a C section. Find a model that allows you to lower one side at the push of a button, so you can effortlessly lift your baby without getting out of bed. This is crucial, particularly as your baby grows and becomes more mobile. You'll also want to not add anything to the cot that increases the chance of suffocation or injury, including duvets and pillows, which could cause babies to become overheated.

The NPR of the CPSC NPR includes 24 incidents that are attributed to product-related issues, such as gaps between the bedside sleeper (adult bed) and the bedside sleeper (12 incidents) as well as enclosed openings made of fabric (11) and consumer disassembly (6 incidents).

In its NPR In its NPR, the CPSC considered the possibility of adding additional requirements for bedside sleepers, such as the requirement that they satisfy the minimum side height requirement for bassinets, or at a minimum, meet the maximum height requirement for the lowered side rail. However, the CPSC concluded that such requirements would not be efficient or feasible to reduce the amount of instances in which infants were entrapped between the bedside sleeper and an adult bed.

Many of the incidents reported in the NPR focused on multi-use bedside sleepers which can be converted to other types of equipment, like bassinets or play yards. A number of commenters suggested that the CPSC add a second clause 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 a removable attachment. Attachments can be permanently connected or disconnected when the product's not being used as a baby bassinet.

The CPSC is examining these comments as well as other submissions received in response to the NPR on bedside sleeping. The Commission will take into account these comments when it votes on the final rule that is expected to be released in November 2021.