Newborn Bedside Cot

A newborn bedside Rocking Crib cot is a small sleeper that allows new babies to sleep in the same room as their parents, without the dangers of co-sleeping (which the AAP cautions against due suffocation and SIDS). It makes it easier to take care of your infant and feed them during the night.

This sleeper comes with a firm mattress that supports babies' backs, reducing the chance of SIDS. It can be swiveled over your adult bed so that you can carry your baby to the top to cuddle them at sunrise or during late night nursing.

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A bedside crib, also referred to as a co-sleeper or bassinet, is a bassinet style crib that can be attached to your bed. This lets you reach your baby quickly and safely for a mid-night feed or comforting cuddle. They are a great option for mothers or new parents recovering from a csection as they allow an easy access to baby and do not require you to get out of bed.

There are many different designs available starting with basic models that have only a drop-down side, to more sophisticated models that can be adjusted in a variety of ways including height and incline options. The majority of them can be converted to a separate crib when your baby grows older and is sleeping longer at night.

Maxi-Cosi Lora is one our top picks. It was selected in the Best Cot category for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. MFM home tester Emily commented how stylish and modern the design was. She also appreciated the fact that it could be used as a bassinet, or a clip to your existing bed to ensure safe side-by-side sleeping. She also appreciated the soft mattress, which was able to pass our test of firmness and the fact that it features a manual rocking function that can be adjusted to a slight slope for reflux sufferers.

However, she wasn't a fan of the design of the non-mesh panel on the foot end and thought it was a bit heavy to move from room room frequently. She also found it to be a bit heavy to carry up and down the stairs once it was folded up into its travel bag.

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A bedside baby sleeper cot is an upholstered bassinet that is fixed to the side of your bed. It is easy to reach your baby's mouth to feed them, change nappies or just to soothe them during the night. It's also great for mums recovering from the C-section.

The NHS and Lullaby Trust recommend that you keep your baby separated from you in the first 6 months to reduce the risk of SIDS. The bedside crib with its low sides, is a great way to accomplish this. It lets you access your baby easily throughout the night.

It is essential that your baby is sleeping on a firm and not an extremely soft mattress. Infants don't have the motor control to rotate and a mattress that is soft could increase the risk of drowning. The soft, breathable fabric and skin-friendly materials make this mattress a comfortable one for your baby but also firm enough for safety.

Mum home tester Jasmin was pleased with the fact that the crib does not take up much space in her bedroom and she found the size to be perfect for a baby. The mattress she rated as also good quality, unlike others that feel thin and thin. She also loves that it has a storage area beneath to store blankets and clothing which she believes most bassinets do not have.

Mehack Mehack, an MFM mum who tested the product at home, loves that you can remove the wall on the side to make it easier to access your baby. She also loves the fact that the legs can be tucked under the bed to look less bulky and take up less floor space. She is also impressed by how easy it was to move around her house in the event of check-ins and feedings during the night.

The CoZee Air crib is a popular choice for parents. It won a Gold Award in the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards. It is designed with four pulleys built-in to raise or lower the crib. It comes with a large bedside crib storage bin to store your baby's blankets, toys and other essentials. It is also lightweight and easy to put together and is ideal for traveling with your baby.

Safety

It is important to think about the safety aspect when selecting the crib for your newborn. The official safe sleep guidelines from both the Lullaby Trust and NHS recommends that babies not be sleeping in the bed of their parents due to the dangers of suffocation, heat exhaustion and a higher risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Bedside bassinets let parents keep their infant close, facilitating night-time feedings and monitoring without needing to get out of bed.

This close proximity also helps breastfeeding mothers by allowing them to attend to the needs of their infant without having to get up at all times and can help keep the supply of milk steady and help the breastfeeding experience. Some cots with a bedside are equipped with adjustable height options, which can ensure that the bassinet is at an appropriate height for mother and baby to allow easy access for middle-of-the-night feedings or for care.

A lot of bassinets have mattresses that are firm, which is designed to decrease the risk of suffocation, and also meets industry standards. This is crucial because a newborn's bones are brittle and not fully developed, and need to be supported to prevent injury. The mattress should be covered with a fitted sheet in order to decrease the risk that dust mites, or other allergens, could choke a child. It should be kept free of allergens and clean.

Some cribs for bedside use can be tilted. This is useful for babies suffering from digestive or reflux issues. However, it should be done with care and with caution. It's also important to avoid putting pillows, duvets or padded crib bumpers to the bassinet since they can create the risk of suffocation for your baby and should only be used when the cot is on a flat surface.

You should also think about the bassinet with a secure attachment system. It can be connected to your bed without the need for tools. This can be especially helpful for parents who may struggle to lift their baby in and out of the crib or who are concerned about falling asleep. If your bassinet is equipped with an attachment that is secure, it is a good idea to regularly check it. Check to ensure there are no gaps and that the system is securely connected.

Comfort

If you're a parent-to-be, the comfort of your baby is surely one of your top concerns. There's a great sleep solution that lets you keep your baby close throughout the night, without any of the risks that come with bed-sharing. The newborn bedside crib is a bassinet-style cot that attaches to the side of the bed. It allows you to safely carry your baby bedside co sleeper to you for night feedings and soothing. It also makes the perfect choice for mothers recovering from a c-section, because it eliminates the need to bend down too far or even to get out of bed.

A modern newborn bedside baby bed cot should have a sturdy, flat mattress to help promote safe sleeping practices and decrease the chance of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The bedding should be simple, with just a cot sheet and blanket tucked tightly at the bottom. Avoid bumpers, toys and pillows that can fall onto your baby posing a suffocation risk. If your baby has been used to being swaddled during a few weeks and you want to use a swaddle, or a baby sleep bag. However, this should be removed when they have the strength to unwrap them.

Some cribs for bedside use an option to remove or drop down the side that allows for easy access to your baby to feed and comfort them during the middle of the night. This is a wonderful feature for parents looking to keep a strong bond with their child, while adhering to NHS safe sleep advice. If you are planning to sleep with your child, it is important to know that this practice can increase the risk of SIDS. This is particularly when a parent accidentally falls on their child when they are asleep.

A breathable fabric will keep your baby cool and cool throughout the night. This is especially crucial if you plan to sleep with your baby as the risk of overheating in the night increases. The SnuzPod4 features a unique, breathable side panel that helps improve the airflow and keeps your baby cool.