The Best Bedside Cot For Newborns
A bedside crib is a bassinet-style crib that attaches to the side of your mattress. This makes it easy to get your baby to sleep for a fuss-free feeding. They're suitable from birth to around six months.
The Lullaby Trust and the NHS both recommend that infants have separate cots to their parents' beds. This will reduce the risk of SIDS. These best bedside cribs allow for this.
1. Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper and Clear-Vue
When co-sleeping was a brand-new idea, a mother-and-father team founded Arm's Reach and came up with a concept that would allow parents to be able to sleep comfortably with their infants. It was the first cot with a bedside, allowing babies to sleep close without falling over or suffocating the mattress. Clear-Vue has been in use for 25 years, and there haven't been any reported injuries or fatalities.
It is equipped with leg extensions to allow for different mattress sizes and comes with sheets and a fitted cover. The bassinet can be used for babies up to five months old or until they are pushing up on their knees. The Co-Sleeper can be used as a stand-alone bassinet, or it can attach to the parent's bed with the included attachment strap and plate. The Co-Sleeper is easy to switch between both modes by pulling a string. However, it does not meet federal standards as an attached bed. Therefore, your baby is not safe to leave unattended.
McKenna was also impressed with the Co-Sleeper's accessibility. bedside cot sale said it is simple to lift your child in and out of the bassinet from the cozy bed to feed them during the night or for other requirements. He also praised its safety, stating that the Co-Sleeper is in compliance with all standards for cribs and bassinets and has been available for a long time with "probably 1.5 million units sold" and no reported incidents of infants being injured or killed.
In our tests in our tests, the Clear-Vue was the easiest to reach of the cots for bedside use we test. The swiveling sleep area and adjustable height of the Clear-Vue helped you to reach your baby and soothe them. The Clear-Vue does not have lower sidewalls, which require you to stand or crouch 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 came in close to being better than some we tested that were designed to be affixed to a bed that parents sleep in. It is strong, solid feel and plenty of storage space.
2. HALO Bassinest
The HALO Swivel Bassinest Sleeper is the sole bedside cot that can rotate 360 degrees to bring baby closer and making it easier for parents to access and exit. It also features a lower wall that allows moms to tend to their babies without getting out of bed--a big plus for nursing mamas who require help with their cluster feeding newborns during the early months and weeks after the birth.
The Bassinest features mesh walls on the sides to allow airflow and a swivel function for parents who want to monitor the baby throughout the night. The baby's presence and easy to see can make all the difference in the tired motherhood jitters especially during late-night nursing sessions.
This model scored high scores in the Convenience test, which rates features that make it easy to clean and use. This is a must for anyone dealing with diaper blowouts and spit-ups which are all too frequent in the early months of life. The Bassinest is easily cleaned with water and is a light weight. The mattress pad is washable. It comes with a side bag for diapers and nipple lotion, which you will need during the sleepless beginnings of motherhood.
There are a variety of versions of the Bassinest. One is the standard Essentia, which has no additional features. There is also the LUXE Plus series, which has white noise and vibrations to aid babies in falling asleep and remain asleep. Both models come with mattresses, a fitted sheet, and a large storage caddy that is larger than the storage bags on other Bassinest alternatives.
The LUXE PLUS series also has the option of lowering the wall lock, a sturdy and stable base that can be adjusted to fit most beds ranging from 22" to 34", a floor light which helps you observe your baby during the day and a movable storage caddy that can hold additional bedding or other items. The size and weight of this item make it unsuitable for travel, but its swivel feature is perfect to keep your baby close at home.
3. Joie Roomie Glide
Designed to make parent-baby bonding an ideal experience, this co-sleeper by English brand Joie is much more than just a bedside crib. It allows you to lay next to your child without sharing your bed. Sooth, feed or cuddle your baby right in the peace of your own bed and take in every moment of the infant stage.
The Joie Roomie Glide Cot is easy to use and clean. It's a great choice for parents who want to sleep together with their newborn. Its rounded cocoon shape with softly padded sides, as well as double mesh windows allow you to observe your baby's sleep from your own couch or bed. The side panel that slides up and lowers with a single hand, making it much easier to answer those late-night wakeup calls. The gliding motion gently eases your baby into a restful sleep so you can enjoy an excellent night's rest too.
The crib is equipped with a washable, fitted mattress that's removable for easy cleaning and a lightweight yet sturdy aluminium frame that allows for easy movement. It comes with four locking wheels to ensure it stays in its place. It's also covered with a rubber-coated fabric to avoid floor scratches.
One of the best things that is unique to the Roomie Glide is its adjustable height. You can adjust the legs to match the height of your couch or bed, so that it's in perfect alignment with your baby's mattress. This is especially beneficial when you're breastfeeding since you can feed your baby without having to leave your bed. The height can reduce the chance of your child falling out of the crib.
A built-in rocking function is a useful feature ideal for newborns. Two buttons on the side of the crib will trigger the baby's body in a gentle way that is relaxing and soothing for your baby. You can select a slow or lively pace and the glide feature can be locked after your baby is asleep.
The only drawback to the Roomie Glide is that it's only suitable for infants and you'll have to upgrade to a bigger cot once your baby turns six months old (usually around when they move into their own bedroom). Roanna found it to be a fantastic cotbed and would highly recommend it.
4. Bjorn Cradle
The Bjorn Cradle is a great choice for parents looking for a stylish simple bedside cot. Its simple design looks great in any room and is simple to set up and use. Its low height is also beneficial for parents who want to monitor their baby during sleep. This bassinet earned an above-average score in our Eco-Health category because it doesn't contain any flame retardant chemicals, has a small amount of toxic materials and is certified by Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Class I for baby products.
The BabyBjorn Cradle offers a warm compact cradle which soothes babies by gentle rocking motions. The cradle is able to gently rock the baby, or parents can manually rock it. The transparent mesh sides of the cradle help to promote air circulation, which allows parents to observe their child while they sleep.
In addition to its small size its light weight makes it simple to move from room to room. It is also easy to clean and machine-washed with the mattress pad and a designated sheet. It is essential to remember that the cradle should never be used with any additional padding or comforter.
Like all sleeping spaces, it's important to practice safe slumber habits to reduce the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). This includes placing your baby on their back for each nap, and also when they sleep in the cradle. It is also recommended to stop using the cradle if your baby begins to push up on their knees or hands, or reaches 8kg/18 lb.
Like all of our bassinets and cribs, the BabyBjorn cradle is constructed with baby-friendly materials that have been tested to meet the latest safety standards. The manufacturer tests their products to be sure that they don't contain harmful chemicals or toxins which could harm your child. The cradle is made of polyester and cotton and it's free of allergens that could affect your baby's sensitive skin. The fabric is hypoallergenic and promotes air circulation.