Choosing a Large Bedside Cot

Bedside cots, also known as bassinets or co sleeper bedside cot-sleepers are designed to let parents sleep close to their babies at night without the danger of SIDS. However they are only suitable for use up to 6 months of age when your baby will need to move into a cot or a moses basket.

Mehack Mehack, an MFM home tester, was impressed by the feature that this model comes with an integrated bassinet that can be used throughout the home. It also comes with an option to rock manually. It was also simple to assemble and came in its own bag for easy storage.

Size

Cots and cots differ in size and size, with cots being a bit smaller than cot beds. Cots can also be transformed into toddler beds. However, cots are usually only used for children up to the age of three. If you're opting for a wooden cot, there are typically two sizes available both large and standard both of which will convert into a cot/toddler beds. If you'd like your child (or children) to be able to sleep in the larger cot, it's a great option to select the larger size.

Jasmine, a MFM mother who tested the product at home, said she liked the fact that it was a little bigger than the typical Moses basket, but not too large for the room of her baby. She claims that it is easy to lift the baby into and out of the cot during night feedings or soothing, and that its quality is better than other cots she has seen that are less sturdy.

Another home tester, Emily, likes how versatile the Maxi-Cosi Lora is It's a bassinet that lifts off that can be moved around the home, and it's rocking too. It also has an option for inclining the reflux and a machine-washable liner that is breathable. It was also shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for the best bedside cot uk Cot Crib, Crib, or Moses Basket. Contrary to some International or European cot brands Lora is a cot that Lora can be fitted with South African cot mattresses so you don't need to purchase another mattress as your baby grows. However, it will require an exclusive bedding set (60x120cm). Here's the ideal mattress for your cot.

Height

When you are choosing a crib that is bedside make sure it can be adjusted to a suitable height for you. It must also be able to be dropped to the ground to allow you to lift your baby closer to you during night feedings or for soothing. This feature is particularly useful when you're recovering from an operation such as a C-section. The Next2me cot and the Tutti Bambini can be adjusted to the maximum height of 58cm while the Snuzpod 3 can go up to 63cm and the Knuma Hutch can be adjusted to 70cm.

Another thing to think about is how low you want the base of your cot. Some moms find it is easier to lift their children from standard Moses baskets if the base is at the lowest point, while some prefer a higher level to give them more stability. One of our testers for mums mentioned that the Joie Roomie Glide was a popular option. It comes with a collapsible side you can press at the press of one button.

Keep in mind that a bassinet/bedside sleeper should not be used until your baby can hold their head up unaided generally around 6 months. This is due to the risk of inhaling suffocation. It is also important to remember that if you choose a bedside or bassinet which can be converted into a cot it is necessary to remove the sides as soon as your child is ready for this, so that they don't climb out or fall out of bed.

Design

There are many different styles of bedside cribs, from basic to extravagant. Some of the most luxurious options include features such as a built-in light and a soothing center that plays music and sound and comes with two levels to help ease your baby back to sleep or a swivelling footrest that allows you to reach your child in order to feed them. There are also models that can be converted to an infant bed or a toddler bed (or both), perfect when your child is ready to transition to a larger bed.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air For instance has won Bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot Moses Basket or Crib category. It has a swivelling bottom that allows you to pick up your baby and move them to the opposite side of the crib without having to get out of bed. This is perfect for mothers who are recovering from Caesareans or those who have to remain in bed for long periods of time. Jasmine, a MFM mom who tried this product at home, said it was easy to use and made it easier to reach her baby - especially after having a C-section.

Chicco Next2me Magic is another alternative. It won Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards as the best bedside cot for newborn Cot, Moses Basket or Crib. It has a machine-washable liner, reflux incline, and rocking feature. It's a bit bigger than other cribs that we've tried, but it folds flat into its travel bedside crib bag, so it is relatively compact when not in use.

MFM mum home tester Leya also liked the functionality of this crib for bed, describing how it was designed with the needs of parents and children in mind. It has a great design that is extremely maneuverable and is extremely sturdy. She also said that the bassinet's pivoting base was fantastic because it allowed you to move it from side to side. One of its sides could be lower to facilitate access, especially for new mums recovering from c-sections.

Safety

A large bedside cot's main security characteristic is the fact that it can easily be moved up or down so that parents can reach their child to feed, comfort or change his or their nappies. This makes it ideal for new mothers who may still recovering from a C-section. Look for a design that lets you lower one side at the push of a button so you can easily lift your baby up without getting out of bed. This is especially crucial as your baby grows older and more mobile. It is also important to not add anything to the cot that increases the chance of suffocation, or injury, such as duvets and pillows, which could cause babies to become overheated.

The NPR of the CPSC's NPR included 24 incidents that were attributed to product issues like gaps between the bedside sleeper and the adult bed (12 incidents) Fabric-side enclosed openings (11 incidents); consumer misassembly or missing parts (6 incidents) and other miscellaneous product-related issues (9 incidents).

In its NPR the CPSC looked into the possibility of introducing additional requirements to bedside sleepers. For instance they would need to meet the minimum height requirements for bassinets or at a minimum, the maximum height requirements for the rail that is lowered. The CPSC determined, however, that these requirements were not feasible or effective in reducing the number of incidents where infants are entrapped by the bedside rail as well as an adult bed.

A majority of the incidents reported in the NPR involved multiuse bedside sleepers that could be converted into other modes such as play yards and bassinets. A number of commenters suggested that the CPSC include in the proposed rule a different provision for multiuse bedside sleepers to enable them to meet the minimum side-height requirement of bassinets by using a removable attachment that can be permanently connected or disconnected when the product is not being used as the bassinet.

The CPSC is currently examining these and other comments received in response to its NPR on sleepers who are bedside. The Commission will consider these comments when it votes on the final rule, which is expected to be released in November 2021.