The Best Bedside Cots
A bedside cot is a bassinet-style crib that is attached to your bed which allows your infants to sleep close. This is an ideal option if you want your little one to be near to feed them without fuss in the beginning stages.
The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner in our top bedside cots test. It has an adjustable sleep surface that can be swiveled and sidewalls that can be lowered easily. This makes it easy to reach for comfort and ease them to sleep.
Safety
A bedside crib is a great option for parents who want to keep their child close to them, but not compromise security. This kind of crib is attached to one side of your mattress. It has a moveable end that you can reach out to your baby. It can also be used as a night-time feeding station or to soothe your baby to sleep. This is a great choice particularly for mothers who have had C-sections. Bedside cots can be found in a variety of styles and sizes, and some even include storage. If you're shopping for a bedside cot, make sure you check out the safety features to make sure it's safe for your baby.
The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has a stylish design and is easy to put together. The oval shape is perfect for babies who tend to lay around during sleep, since it means they won't get stuck in the corner like they might with the rectangular cot. The cot is easily fitted into standard door frames. This is an excellent feature for parents who are short on space.
La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another good option. This cot is an ideal all-purpose cot, with lots of features to simplify parenting and have a gorgeous look. Its adjustable sides let it grow with your child and then transform into an infant's bed when the time comes. It's also light, so it's easy to move around the house.
A high mesh crib side is a good feature to put on a bedside crib. This will keep your child from falling. It should be securely attached to your bed, with no gaps or parts that are loose. Ask a professional if you are not confident in installing a crib for your bed yourself.
It is recommended to avoid co-sleeping with your infant until they're at minimum six months old. The official advice from the Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that babies should not be sleeping in your bed due to the danger of overheating and suffocation. If you are forced to share a bed with your child, a crib at the bedside is the best option.
Size
A bedside cot is a bassinet-style cot that fixes to the side of your bed. It has a side that can be lifted or lowered down so that you can reach your baby easily, without the need to get out of bed. They are a favorite of celeb moms such as Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh. They're ideal for mothers who have limited mobility after the C-section.
Our top choice, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with an opening that lets you see your baby from below the bed and it adjusts to the height of your mattress - though some mothers claimed it was difficult to move up and down. It's also among our lightest choices and folds into a suitcase-sized package. This makes it ideal for traveling with your baby.
Another great option is the Slumber Carbon 3-in-1, which transforms into a bassinet, travel cot and playpen - it even won our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards gold award in the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It has a handy storage shelf beneath and is extremely light to lift into and out of the car. Some mothers have found it a bit large and wide for small areas, particularly when it is used as a bedside sleeping device.
Design
The best bedside cribs are modern, sleek and stylish. Some cribs come with unique designs, such as a peek-a-boo flap on the sides that allow you to observe your baby without disturbing him. Other features, like adjustable height, are helpful for those who have difficulty getting up or down from their bed. These sleepers can be used as a cot or bassinet, and some have an incline position for babies who are reflux. If you're looking for something a bit more traditional, there are plenty of options as well.
cot bedside of our top picks are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini, which won bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards ' Best Cot Crib, Moses or Basket category, and the Next2me Magic shortlisted in the same category. Both can be adjusted in height and can be used as a travel cot while away from home. They are also light and easy to move around.
Some mothers prefer the Lua Bedside sleeper, which includes a changing mat, storage space and a collapsible baby bassinet which can be turned into a portable mini cot. It also comes with a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for newborns and is bigger than Moses baskets which may feel flimsy or thin.
Another option that is great is an alternative is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as an Moses basket, cot, or travel cot. It comes with a pop-up changer, a handy shelf for books and toys, and a mesh, adjustable side that allows you to have a good view of your baby. It's not the lightest one, but it's simple to move and looks elegant in any bedroom.
Cost
Cost is a major aspect when you're searching for a crib bassinet, or bedside sleeper. Many of the most well-known models are expensive but there are plenty of lower-cost alternatives that won't cost you a fortune. Some come in different colors and styles to match the decor of your nursery.
The best cribs for beds can be adjusted and adjusted to the height of your mattress. Some models come with an incline option which is ideal for babies with reflux. They can also be folded away when not in use, and some models come with bags for travel that is ideal for new mums who frequently go out or have guests staying with them.
Bedside cots are generally a little bigger than Moses baskets, but smaller than cribs. Some are able to be moved from one place to another, and others come with a side that can be adjusted so that you can lift your child to feed them or comfort them. Some models also come with built-in rockers so you can soothe your baby to sleep.
The Clair de Lune is a mid-priced model that was nominated in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It's sleek and stylish however it's a bit larger than other models. It's probably not ideal for small spaces. It's also fairly heavy, at more than 10kg, and requires some maneuvering to get it in the right position. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as simple to get in and out of as other beds for sleepers, as the sides aren't flexible enough and you have to bend to scoop your baby up.