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Bedside Cot 6 Months Plus Bedside sleepers let you have your baby in the same space with you, without the risks of bed-sharing. They're an excellent choice for infants. Models that have adjustable height positions will fit perfectly on most bed frames. Choose fabrics that are easy to clean and breathable. Safety A bedside cot is basically an upholstered bassinet that is attached to the side of your bed to allow secure co-sleeping. It can be used to lift your baby towards you for comfort, feeding or to soothe your baby at the end of the night. It's also a great alternative if you've had a c section. It is different from a Moses Basket or Cot in that it has high walls so your baby won't fall out. Some have a tilt function that can aid babies with reflux and colic. best bedside cot than Moses baskets, which may make them easier to carry from room to room. The NHS and The Lullaby Trust, a safe sleep charity, recommend that babies be placed in a bassinet or cot that is in the same room as their parents. They shouldn't be in your bed. Bed-sharing increases the risks of suffocation or overheating. Bedside cribs provide the best of both worlds, permitting your child to sleep close to you during the night, but still in their own private and secure sleeping space. When you are choosing a crib for your bed, check that it meets the most recent safety standards (it should be BS EN 1130:2019) and doesn't have any gaps or parts that could cause your baby to be trapped. Find a mattress with a firm, flat surface. A sagging mattress or one that is too soft could increase the risk of SIDS for your baby. Make sure your bedding is well-fitted and free of pillows or blankets that are sloppy. Pillows are a suffocation risk and duvets can get stuck to baby's face. Use a fitted sheet but make sure that it fits properly. Our MFM mother testers have discovered that the SnuzPod4 is an excellent option for a crib that is positioned near the bed, shortlisted in 2021's Mother&Baby Awards in the best Cot, Crib, or Moses Basket category. It is secured to the bed and it is adjustable to ensure a perfect fit. It also has a rocking function and can be set to an incline to prevent reflux. It's a great option for people with narrow or small beds because it does not take up much space. Design The design of a bedside crib is important because it will be the place where your child will spend most of their time. There are many cribs available in a range of colors that match your decor. Some cribs have features such as mesh windows to keep your baby visible or drop-down sides that make it easier to access. Some cribs are equipped with incline options to aid with reflux. You can adjust the height of the majority of cribs to match the height of your bed which makes it easier to get in and out of the bed. You can also find a few that are designed to work as travel cots, which is great when you're traveling or visiting relatives. Home tester and MFM mom Leya discovered that the SnuzPod 4's sleek, Scandi style was a perfect match for her bedroom and said that its compact fold was perfect for sizing up space. She also liked that one side of the crib drops down, allowing her to take her newborn baby to bed without having to leave her bed. This is especially helpful if you have had a C-section or are recovering from a Caesarean, as it means you can sleep near your newborn for longer. Jasmine is a mother who also liked using the SnuzPod 4. She noted that it was easy for her to move the crib from one room to another – something she did not discover with other cribs for bed. However, she noted that it required some effort to lift and lower the crib, as the handle was quite stiff. Another crib for bedside that is easy to fold and move is the Tutti Bambini CoZee Air, which was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards to be the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket. The neutral colors and slim frame are perfect for the majority of bedrooms. However, some of our testers found that the bars were too close to each other. This could result in them getting caught on baby toys or clothes. The distance between bars should be no more than 6.5cm (2.5 inches) to ensure your baby's head isn't entangled. This crib is ideal for babies with reflux too because its ComfortAir breathability technology helps regulate temperature. Comfort Staying close to your baby all night will provide peace of mind, however, you need to be capable of reaching them quickly for middle-of-the-night feeding. With a bedside crib you can do this without getting out of bed. They make it simple to help babies sleep. If, however, you'd like to sleep with your baby but aren't keen on the idea of waking up to feed your baby A moses basket is a better choice. Most bedside cribs are attached to the bedside, so you can easily access and touch your baby. Some have mesh windows, to allow you to monitor your baby without disrupting him. You may also find an option for reflux that aids with colic and reflux. We're awestruck by the variety of features that are included on this crib, especially the ComfortAir mattress, which is breathable and works to regulate your baby's temperature and maximise airflow. It's smaller than other cribs which could be useful in areas with limited space. Our mom testers are of the opinion that this is an excellent choice for those sleepless nights. The cot securely attaches to the bed's side using adjustable straps. This minimizes the chance of gaps that your child could get trapped. It comes with a firm, flat mattress that complies with safety standards and promotes healthy sleep habits. One thing to bear in mind is that your baby could begin to leave the crib once they're tall enough to sit typically around six months. It's important that you place your child in a cot, or another sleeping arrangement, once they outgrow their crib. A lightweight cot that is suitable for travel is an additional feature to consider. Some of our mothers love that this crib is able to be taken apart for transport, but others aren't able to put it together. It can be difficult to clean so you will have to clean it regularly with the aid of a cleaner and a cloth. Storage A bedside cot suitable for 6 months and over is a bassinet-style cot that attaches to the mattress's side to ensure secure co-sleeping. They are great for feeding at night, soothing babies back to sleep and enabling mums who have had a c-section to keep their baby close. It's crucial to choose cribs that are in line with the current safety standards. Check that the bars on the crib are spaced sufficiently apart to ensure that your child's head isn't getting trapped. Also, make sure that any drop-down side is safe and doesn't fall open accidentally. Avoid placing stickers or other objects on the floor of the cot because they could pose the risk of choking. Emily's top pick for a bedside cot is the Next2me Magic, which was shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Cot Crib, Crib, or Moses Basket. It's a decent size and offers plenty of storage space to store all the baby necessities. It's also compact and light enough to be able to fit into a travel bag if you need to move it around. If you want something simpler, she recommends Shnuggle Air alongside Crib.