Bedside Cot 6 Months Plus

Bedside sleepers let you keep your baby in the same room as you, without the risks of sharing a bed. They are also a great choice for infants.

Models that have adjustable height positions can be placed perfectly on the majority of bed frames. Also, look for fabrics with breathable fabric that are easy to clean.

Safety

A bedside cot is a bassinet-style cot that fixes to the side of your bed to ensure secure co-sleeping. It can be used to lift your baby toward you to comfort them, feed them or to help soothe them at the end of the night. It's also a great alternative if you've have had a c section. It's different from a Moses basket or cot due to the fact that it has high sides, so your baby won't be pushed out. Some models come with tilting features that help babies with colic and reflux. They are also slightly bigger than Moses baskets, which may make them easier to transport from room to room.

The NHS and The Lullaby Trust, a safe sleep charity, recommend that infants be placed in a bassinet or cot that is in the same room as their parents. They shouldn't be in your bed. Sharing a bed increases the risk of overheating or suffocation. Bedside cribs offer the best of both worlds by allowing your baby to be close to you throughout the night, but still in their own private and secure sleeping space.

When choosing a bedside crib, check that it meets the most recent safety standards (it should be BS EN 1130:2019) and has no gaps or parts that could cause your baby to become trapped. Choose a mattress that has a flat, firm surface. A sagging or too soft mattress could increase the risk of SIDS, so go for a brand new mattress, instead of a second-hand.

Look for bedding that is fitted and without pillows or blankets that are sloppy. Duvets and pillows can suffocate your baby, and pillows can get stuck to their faces. Use a fitted sheet, but ensure that it is fitted correctly.

Our MFM mother testers have discovered that the SnuzPod4 is a great choice for a bedside crib, being shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It is securely attached to the bed, and can be adjusted to ensure a perfect fit. It also comes with a rocking function and can be set to an incline for reflux. It is also an excellent choice for those who have small or narrow beds as it doesn't take up much space.

Design

The layout of a bedside crib is important as it is where your baby will spend most of their time. Many cribs are available in a variety of colours that match your decor. Some have features such as mesh windows to keep your baby's view or drop-down sides to make it easier to access. Some even have incline functions to aid in reflux.

You can raise and lower the majority of cribs to your bed's height, making it easier to get in and out of bed. You can even find some that are designed to function as travel cribs, which are ideal if you're travelling or visiting relatives.

Leya Leya, an MFM mum and home tester, found that the SnuzPod 4 was a great choice for her bedroom. She also liked its compact fold which saved space. She also appreciated the fact that one side of the crib can be lowered, allowing her to pick up her child without needing to get out of bed. This is particularly helpful if you've had an Caesarean or are recovering from one. You can remain close to your baby for longer.

Jasmine is another mom who loved using the SnuzPod 4. She commented that it was easy to move the crib from one room to the next which she could not see with other cribs. However, she did note that it required some effort to raise and lower the crib as the handle was quite rigid.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air is another crib that is easy to fold and move. It was nominated for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards, in the Best Cot or Crib category. The neutral colours and slim frame will fit in with the majority of bedrooms. However some of our testers thought that the bars were too close to each other. This could result in them getting caught on baby toys or clothing. The bars' distance should not exceed 6.5cm (2 inches) in order to keep your baby's head from becoming stuck. This crib is also suitable for babies who have reflux, because the ComfortAir air-flow system assists in regulating their body temperature.

Comfort

A close and secure baby throughout the night will give you peace of mind, but you must be in a position to be able to get them quickly to feed them in the middle of the night. With a bedside crib, you can do this without getting out of bed. They also make it easy to soothe babies back to sleep. If, however, you'd like to sleep with your baby but don't like the idea of having to get out of bed to feed your baby A moses basket is an ideal choice.

The majority of cribs for bedside use can be affixed to the side of your bed that allows you to see and get to your baby easily. Some have mesh windows, to allow you to monitor your baby without disturbing the baby. There is also an option for reflux that aids with reflux and colic.

This crib comes with a wide range of features, but we're amazed by the ComfortAir air-tight Mattress that regulates the temperature of your baby's body and maximizes airflow. It's smaller than other bedside cribs which could be useful in areas that are limited in space. Our mom testers are of the opinion that this is an excellent choice for those long, sleepless nights.

The cot is secured to the side of your bed with adjustable straps, which minimizes the chance of gaps that your child may get caught. It has a flat, firm mattress that complies with safety standards and encourages good sleep habits.

It is important to know that your baby will start to leave their crib when they are capable of sitting upright, which is usually around six months. This is the reason it's crucial to put them in a cot or other sleeping arrangement once they outgrow the crib.

Another feature to consider is how lightweight the cot is and whether it's suitable for travel. Some of our mothers are thrilled that this crib is able to be disassembled for transport However, some aren't able to put it together. It is also difficult to keep clean and you'll need to clean it regularly with a cloth and a cleaning product.

Storage

A bedside cot for six months and older is a bassinet-style cot that attaches to the side of your mattress to ensure secure co-sleeping. They're ideal for feeding your baby at night as well as calming babies to sleep and enabling mums who have had an e-csection to keep their baby close.

When choosing a twin bedside cot crib it is important to make sure that it complies with current safety standards. Check that the bars are far enough apart to prevent your baby's head becoming stuck, and make sure any drop-down sides are secure and don't open unexpectedly. Also, beware of any transfer or stickers on the cot surface as they could pose dangerous to choking.

Emily's preferred bedside cot for twins cot for her baby bedside cot is the Next2me Magic. It was selected for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the categories of Best Crib or Cot and Best Moses Basket. It's a great size and offers plenty of storage space for everything your baby needs. It's also light and compact enough to fit in a travel bag in case you need to move it from room to room. If you're seeking something a bit simpler, she recommends the Shnuggle Air next to the crib.