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The Best Bedside Cots A bedside crib is a bassinet type crib that attaches directly to your bed. This allows baby to rest peacefully close to you. This is a great option to allow your baby to be close for fuss-free feedings in the beginning stages of their development. The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner of our best bedside cots test. It has an adjustable sleep surface and sidewalls that can be easily lowered. This allows you to easily reach over and soothe them. Safety A bedside crib is a fantastic option for parents who want to keep their child close but without compromising their safety. The cot is attached to the side of your bed and has a curved end that can be lifted up or dropped down so you can reach your little one. You can use a crib for your bed to feed your baby at night or soothe them back to sleep. It's also a great choice for mothers who've had a C-section. Bedside cots come in a variety of styles and sizes, and some even come with storage. When choosing an upholstered cot for your bedside make sure you check the safety features. The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has an attractive design and is easy to put together. Its oval shape is ideal for babies who roll around in their sleep, because it means that they won't be stuck in the corner like they would with an oblong crib. This cot is also easy to fit into doors with standard frames, which is a big benefit for parents with limited space. Another great option is the La Redoute Willox Adjustable Cot Bed. The cot comes with a variety of features that make parenting easier and also looks beautiful. Its movable sides mean it can grow with your child and convert into an infant bed when they're ready. It's also light, so it's easy to move around the house. A crib with a high mesh side is a good feature to put on a bedside crib. This will prevent your child from falling. amazon bedside cot should be securely attached to your bed with no gaps or loose parts. If you're not sure about fitting a bedside cot yourself or hiring a professional, let a professional do it for you. Co-sleeping is not advised until your baby is at least six months of age. The official advice from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that newborns should not be sleeping in your bed due to the danger of suffocation or overheating. If you must co-sleep with your child, a crib at the bedside is the ideal alternative. Size A bedside cot is a bassinet-style cot that fixes to the bed's side. It features a side that is able to be lowered or raised to allow you to reach your baby without needing to leave the bed. They are a favorite of celeb moms such as Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh and are ideal for parents who be unable to move after a C-section. The Maxi-Cosi Lora is our number one choice. It has a peekaboo feature that allows you to see your child on the bottom of the mattress. It also adjusts to the height of your mattress, although some mothers have complained about the difficulty of moving it up and down. It's also among the most lightweight options on our list and folds down into an ideal size for a suitcase which makes it perfect to travel with your little one. The Slumber 3-in-1 is a great alternative. It can be used as a travel bassinet or cot, and it also doubles as a playpen. This product won the gold award at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards, in the category of the Best Cot or Moses Basket, or Crib. It comes with shelves for storage and is easy to move into and out of a car. Some mothers, however, considered it to be too big and wide to fit in tight spaces, especially when used as a sleeper in bed. Design The best bedside cribs are sleek, stylish and modern. Some have innovative designs, like a peek-a-boo flap on the side, to help you monitor your baby without disturbing them. Other features, such as adjustable height, are helpful when your child has difficulty getting up and down from bed. Some sleepers can also be used as a bassinet, cot or for reflux babies. If you're looking for something more traditional there are a lot of options to choose from as well. The CoZee Air by Tutti Bambini was awarded bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the best Cot or Moses Basket category. Next2me Magic was also shortlisted. Both are adjustable in height and can be used as a travel cot while away from home. They're also light and easy to move from room room. Other mothers like the Lua Bedside Sleeper that comes with an adjustable changing mat and storage area, as it also has the bassinet, which can be collapsed into a mini cot and a storage bag. Jasmine says that it is the ideal size for babies and is larger than Moses baskets, which can feel thin or flimsy. The iCandy Cocoon is another great alternative. It can be used as a Moses Basket, cot or travel cot. It has a pop-up changer as well as a shelf to store books and toys, and a mesh, adjustable side that gives you an excellent view of your baby. It's not very light but it's easy to move around and looks great in any bedroom. Cost Cost is an important factor when you are looking for a crib, bassinet or bedside sleeper. Certain of the most popular models can be expensive. However, there are many cheaper alternatives. Some even come in a variety of styles and colors to fit the decor of your nursery. The best bedside cribs are adjustable and can be raised up to the height of your mattress. Some models come with an incline option that is perfect for babies suffering from reflux. Some models come with a carry-on bag and fold up when not in use. This is great for new mothers who are constantly on the go or have guests to entertain. Bedside cots are usually a bit bigger than Moses baskets, but smaller than cribs. They can be moved from room to if you need to and some even have the side that lowers so that you can pull your child towards you for feedings at night or calming. Some models come with a built-in rocker to soothe your baby to sleep. The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced option that was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category. The design is sleek and elegant however, it's a bit larger than some of the other options, meaning it might not be the best fit for tight spaces. It's also fairly heavy, at over 10kg, and needs some maneuvering to get it into the proper position. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this mattress don't bend enough, meaning you have to bend down to pick up your baby.