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Newborn Bedside Cot

A newborn bedside cot is a tiny sleeper that allows newborns to share the same room as their parents, without the risks of true co-sleeping (which the AAP recommends against due to SIDS and suffocation). It makes it easier to take care of your infant and feed them during the night.

This mattress has an extremely firm mattress that can support babies backs, which reduces the chance of SIDS. It can swivel over your adult bed to allow you to get your baby out for midnight nursing or sunrise cuddles.

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A bedside cot, sometimes referred to as a co-sleeper, is a bassinet-style baby cot that can be attached to your existing bed. This allows you to reach your baby comfortably and safely for a late-night feed or cuddles. These are great for moms and babies recovering from a csection because they allow the baby to be easily accessible without needing to get out of bed.

There are lots of different designs on the market starting with basic models that have just a drop-down option to more advanced ones that can be adjusted in multiple ways with incline and height options. Most can be converted into a separate crib when your baby gets older and is sleeping longer in the night.





Maxi-Cosi Lora is one of our top picks. bedside crib with wheels was nominated in the Best Cot category for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. MFM home tester Emily said she was impressed by how chic and modern the design is, while she appreciated the fact that you can use it as a regular bassinet, or attach it to a bed for safe side-by-side sleeping. She also appreciated the soft mattress, which has passed our test for firmness and the fact that it comes with a manual rocking feature that can be adjusted to a slight slope for reflux sufferers.

She wasn't a fan of the fact that it had a mesh panel on the bottom and considered it too bulky to move around from room to room. It also felt a bit heavy to carry up and down the stairs when folded into a bag for travel.

Size

A bedside cot is the bassinet style cot that can be fixed to the side of the bed. It lets you easily reach your newborn for middle-of-the-night feeding nappies, comforting and feeding. It's ideal for mothers who are recovering from an o-section.

The NHS and Lullaby Trust advise you to keep your baby in the same room as you but separate from you for the first six months, since this will help decrease the risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). The crib at the bedside with its low sides, is a great option to achieve this. It allows you to be able to easily access your baby throughout the night.

It is crucial that your infant sleeps on a firm bed as it is more secure than a mattress that is soft. Newborns don't have the motor control to rotate and a soft mattress could increase the risk of drowning. This mattress is made of skin-friendly and breathable materials. It's comfortable for your baby, yet sufficient to be secure.

Mum Jasmin was delighted that the crib didn't take up much space in her room and thought it was the perfect size for a newborn. She also noted that the mattress was of high-quality and not like other mattresses that feel thin and flimsy. She also appreciates the fact that it has a storage area beneath to store blankets and clothing which she believes many other bassinets lack.

MFM mom home test Mehack is a huge fan of the removable side wall that allows you to drop it to make it easier access to your infant. She also appreciates that the legs can be put under the bed to make it appear less bulky and occupy less space on the floor. She's also impressed with how it was simple to move around her home in the event of check-ins and feedings in the middle of the night.

A winner of the Gold award in the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards and the CoZee Air is a popular choice for parents. It has a clever design with four pulleys built-in to raise or lower the crib. It comes with a large storage bin for blankets, toys and other necessities. It's also simple to put together and light in weight, which is useful to travel with your baby.

Safety

It's important to consider the safety aspect when selecting the crib for your newborn. Official safe sleep advice from both the Lullaby Trust and NHS recommends that babies do not sleep in their parents' beds due to the dangers of suffocation, overheating and a greater chance of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Bedside bassinets allow parents to keep their infants close, facilitating night time feedings as well as monitoring without having to get up.

This close proximity can aid breastfeeding mothers since it allows them to attend to the needs of their baby while also sleeping. This can help maintain the supply of milk and also encourage breastfeeding. Some cots with a bedside are equipped with adjustable height options that can make it easier for the mother and child to reach the bassinet for feedings or other activities throughout the night.

Many bassinets come with a mattress that is designed to minimize the risk of suffocation, and is in line with industry standards. It is crucial to support the bones of a newborn, as they are still soft and not fully formed. The mattress should be encased with a fitted sheet to minimize the risk of suffocation caused by dust mites and other allergens and kept hygienically clean and free of allergens.

Some cribs for bedside use can be tilted. This is useful for babies suffering from digestive or reflux issues. However, this should be done with care and with care. Avoid putting pillows, duvets or padded crib bumpers to the bassinet. These could create the risk of suffocation your baby.

It's also worth looking into an infant bassinet that has an attachment system that is secure and can be easily fixed to your bed without the necessity of tools. This feature can be particularly beneficial for parents who struggle to lift their child in and out of the crib or concerned about the possibility of falling asleep. If your bassinet is equipped with secured attachments, it's a good idea to regularly make sure it's secure and that there aren't any gaps or loose parts that could cause danger.

Comfort

If you're a soon-to-be parent, your baby's comfort is one of your main concerns. There's a new solution to sleep that allows you to keep your baby close in the evening, without the risk of bed-sharing. The newborn bedside cot is essentially a bassinet-style cot that fixes to the side of your bed, allowing you to safely move them towards you for night feeding and soothing. It is also a great choice for mothers who are recovering from a C-section as it removes the need to stand up or to bend over.

Modern cots for infants should be fitted with a firm, flat mattress to promote safe sleeping practices and reduce the risk Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Bedding should be easy with just a cot sheet and a blanket tightly tucked on the bottom. Avoid toys, bumpers and pillows that could be thrown over your baby, creating an obstructive risk. If your baby has been used to being swaddled during a few weeks, you can use either the swaddle or baby sleep bag. However, this should be removed once they are strong enough to remove them.

Some bedside cribs have a drop-down or removable side for easy access to your newborn for middle-of-the-night feeds and comforting. This feature is perfect for parents who want to maintain a close bond with their child, but still adhere to NHS guidelines for sleep. If you're planning to sleep with your child, it is important to be aware that this practice may increase the risk of SIDS. This is especially when a parent accidentally rolls on their infant during sleep.

A breathable fabric will keep your baby comfy and cool throughout the night. This is especially important if you plan to sleep with your newborn, since the risk of being overheated in the night increases. The SnuzPod4 features a unique, breathable side panel that helps improve the flow of air, keeping your baby comfortable.