The Best Bedside Cot For Newborns
A bedside crib is a bassinet style that is attached to the bed's side, making it easy to reach your baby for fuss-free night feeding. bedside cot mattress from birth to about six months.
The Lullaby Trust and the NHS both recommend that babies have separate cots to their parents bed. This reduces the chance of SIDS. The best cots for bedside use allow this.
1. Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper and Clear-Vue
In the early days of co-sleeping, a novel idea, a father and son team formed Arm's Reach and came up with a concept that would allow parents to safely sleep alongside their newborns. It was the very first bedside cot that allowed babies to sleep together without falling off or getting trapped in the mattress. Clear-Vue has been in use for more than 25 years and has never been any reported injuries or fatalities.
It includes a fitted sheet and the bassinet. The bassinet can be used for newborns until five months old or until they are getting up on their knees. The Co-Sleeper can be used as a stand-alone, standalone bassinet or it can be attached to the parent's bed with the attached strap and plate. The Co-Sleeper is simple to switch between these two modes by pulling strings. However it doesn't conform to federal standards as an attached bed. Therefore, your baby is not safe to leave unattended.
McKenna was also impressed by the Co-Sleeper's accessibility. She said it is easy to get your child in and out of the bassinet from the comfort of your bed for feedings during the night or for other needs. He also praised its safety and said that the Co-Sleeper meets all standards for cribs and bassinets and has been on the market for decades, with "probably 1.5 million units sold" and no reports of infants being injured or killed.
The Clear-Vue bedside crib was the most accessible of all the cots that we evaluated. The swiveling sleeping area and the adjustable height of the Clear-Vue helped you to reach your child and soothe them. The Clear-Vue does not have lower sidewalls which require you to crouch or reach down to retrieve your baby.
The Clear-Vue is the only one of our top picks that doesn't attach to a parent's bed, but it was an impressive second place and better than other beds we tried that were intended to be affixed to a parental bed. It's sturdy and solid with plenty of storage.
2. HALO Bassinest
The HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper is the sole bedside cot that can rotate 360 degrees to keep baby close and makes it simpler for parents to get in and out of the bed. It also has a lowering wall which allows moms to take care of their infants without having to get out of the bed. This is a fantastic feature for nursing mothers who require assistance with feeding their newborns in the first months after birth.
The Bassinest features mesh walls on the sides that allow for plenty of airflow. The swing feature is ideal for parents who wish to monitor their baby throughout the night. The ability to monitor the baby and keep them close to them can make a huge difference during the exhaustion that is a result of becoming a parent.
This model earned excellent scores in the Convenience assessment which evaluates features that make it easy to clean and use. This is a must for anyone who has to deal with spit-ups and diaper blowouts that are common in the first months of life. The Bassinest is easily cleaned with water and is a light weight. The mattress pad can also be washed. It has a side pouch for diapers and nipple lotion, which you'll require in those sleepless first days of motherhood.
There are a variety of versions of the Bassinest which include a less expensive standard Essentia version that does not have any extra features and the more extravagant LUXE PLUS series that includes white noise and vibrating to help babies fall and remain asleep. Both models come with a fitted sheet, a mattress pad and a large storage bag that is bigger than the other Bassinest options.
The LUXE PLUS series also includes a lowering wall lock as well as a sturdy and stable base that adjusts to fit most beds from 22" to 34", a floor light that helps you see your newborn throughout the day and a movable storage caddy that can hold any additional bedding or items. It's not suitable for travel due to its size and weight, but the swivel function is ideal to keep baby close while you're at home.
3. Joie Roomie Glide
Created to make bonding between parents and babies an ideal experience This co-sleeper made by English brand Joie is much more than a bedside crib. It lets you snuggle with your child without sharing the bed. You can feed, soothe or snuggle your baby from the comfortable bed. Enjoy every moment of the baby's first year.
Joie Roomie Glide is a simple to use and easy to clean cot that is a great option for new parents looking for a safe way to sleep together with their infant. Its cocoon-shaped rounded design, soft padding on the sides and a double mesh windows allow you to watch your baby's sleeping from your couch or bed. The side panel sliding can be lowered and raised with one hand. This makes it easy to respond to late-night wakeup calls. Additionally, the gentle motion gently soothes your child into a restful sleep so you can get an excellent night's rest too.
The crib has an washable, fitted mattress that is removable to make cleaning easier and an aluminum, lightweight but sturdy frame that allows for easy movement. It has four locking wheels to keep it in place, and it's covered in a rubbery fabric to protect the floor.
The adjustable height of the Roomie Glide is one of its best features. You can alter the legs so that they are perfectly aligned with your baby's mattress. This is especially useful for breastfeeding mothers because you can feed your baby without leaving your bed. The height can reduce the chance of your child falling out of the crib.
Another useful feature is the built-in rocking feature that's ideal for newborns. Two buttons on the sides of the crib enable a gentle rocking sound that is soothing and comforting for infants. You can choose to go at a slow or lively pace and the glide feature can be locked after your baby is asleep.
The only drawback to the Roomie Glide cot is that it is not suitable for babies. You'll need to upgrade your baby's cot to a full size crib when he/she is six months old (normally around the time they move into their own room). Roanna found it to be a great crib and would recommend it.
4. Bjorn Cradle
The Bjorn Cradle is a great option for parents who are looking for an easy, stylish bedside cot. It has a minimal style that looks great in any room and it's easy to set up and use. Its low-height makes it a great choice for parents who wish to watch their baby as they sleep. This bassinet was rated above average in our Eco-Health Category because it does not contain any flame retardant chemicals and has the lowest amount of toxic materials. It is also certified by Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class I for baby products.
The BabyBjorn Cradle offers a warm compact cradle which soothes babies with gentle rocking motions. The cradle can rock the baby gently or parents can manually rock it. The cradle's mesh sides allow for air circulation and allows parents to watch their baby while they sleep.
In addition to its compact size, the cradle's light weight makes it simple to move from room to room. It is easy to clean, and is able to be washed in the machine with the mattress pad. It is important to remember that the cradle should never be used with any extra padding, mattress, pillow, bedding, or comforter, as this can pose the risk of suffocation for infants.
To reduce the risk of SIDS, it is crucial to practice secure sleeping habits in all sleeping areas. It is essential to put your baby on their backs at every nap, and in the cradle. You should also put the cradle down when your baby begins to push up on their knees or hands, or reaches 8kg/18 lb.
The BabyBjorn cradle, like all of our bassinets and cribs, is made of child-friendly materials. These materials are tested to ensure they are up to date with safety standards. In fact, the company tests every product to ensure that they do not contain harmful chemicals or chemicals that could harm your baby. The cradle is constructed of polyester and cotton and it's free from allergens that can cause irritation to your baby's sensitive skin. The fabric is hypoallergenic and promotes air circulation.