The Best Bedside Cots

A bedside crib With changing table crib is a bassinet style that is attached to your bed which allows your babies to sleep right next to you. This is a great choice to allow your baby to be near for peaceful feedings during the early stages.

The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner in our top rated bedside crib to cot cots for testing. It comes with a swiveling sleep surface and sidewalls which can be easily lowered. This makes it easy to reach out for comfort and ease them back to sleep.

Safety

A bedside crib is a fantastic solution for new parents who wish to keep their infant close but without compromising their security. This type of cot fixes to the bed's side and has a curved end that can be lifted up or lowered down so that you can reach your baby. It can also be used as a night time feeding station or to help soothe your baby back to sleep. It's also a great choice for mums who have had a C-section. Bedside cots are available in various sizes and styles, and some include storage. If you're shopping for a bedside cot, be sure to check the safety features to make sure it is safe for your baby.

The Boori Oasis Oval Cot is a stylish-looking cot that's easy to build and compact. Its oval shape is ideal for infants who play around in their sleep, since it means they won't get stuck in the corner like they might with the rectangular cot. The cot is also easy to fit into doors with standard frames, which is a big benefit for parents with limited space.

La Redoute Willox adjustable Cot Bed is another good option. This cot has a lot of features that make parenting easier and also looks beautiful. Its adjustable sides allow it to grow with your child, and later transform into a toddler's bed once the time comes. It's also light, so it is easy to move around.

A high mesh crib side is a good feature to have at the bedside of a crib. This will prevent your baby from falling. It should be fitted securely to your bed, with no gaps or loose areas. If you're not sure about fitting a bedside cot yourself, ask a professional to do it for you.

Co-sleeping is not recommended 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 risk of overheating and suffocation. However, if you have to co-sleep, a bedside crib is the most secure option.

Size

A bedside cot for bedside, also known as bassinet, is a cot that is attached to the side of your mattress. It has one side which can be lifted or lowered down to let you reach your baby easily without having to leave the bed. Celebrity moms like Stacey Solomon Binky Felstead, and Lucy Mecklenburgh are awestruck by these. They are great for those with limited mobility following a C-section.

Our top pick, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with a peekaboo flap that lets you see your child from below the bed. It can also be adjusted to the mattress's height - although some mums complained that it was difficult to move up and down. It's also among the most lightweight options on our list and folds down into a suitcase-sized package which makes it perfect for travelling with your baby.

The Slumber 3-in-1 is a good alternative. It can be used as a travel cot or bassinet as well as playpen. The product was awarded the gold award at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the category of the best Cot or Moses Basket or Crib. It comes with a storage shelf and is easy to lift into and out of the car. However, some mums were concerned that it was too large and wide for small areas, particularly when used as a bedside sleeper.

Design

The best bedside cribs will be modern, sleek and stylish. Some cribs feature unique designs, such as a peek-aboo flap on the sides to allow you to observe your baby without disturbing him. Other features, like adjustable height are useful for those who have trouble getting out of bed. Some sleepers are also suitable as a bassinet, cot, or for babies who have reflux. If you're seeking something more traditional There are plenty of options to choose from as well.

Some of our top picks are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini that won bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Award Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category, and the Next2me Magic shortlisted in the same category. Both come with adjustable heights, and can be transformed into a travel cot that can be used for use away from home. They're also light and easy to move from room to room.

Other mums like the Lua Bedside Sleeper that has a changing mat and storage space as in addition to an adjustable bassinet that folds into a mini cot as well as a storage bag. Jasmine says it's the perfect size for infants and is more substantial than Moses baskets that are often flimsy or thin.

The iCandy Cocoon is another great alternative. It can be used as a Moses Basket or a cot for travel cot bedside. It features a pop-up changing table as well as a shelf to store toys and books, as well as an adjustable mesh side that allows you to see your baby. It's not the tiniest however it's easy to move around and looks stylish in any bedroom.

Cost

Cost is an important aspect when shopping for a crib, bassinet, or bedside sleeper. Some of the most popular models are costly, but there are plenty of cheaper alternatives that won't cost you a fortune. There are a variety of styles and colors to complement the decor of your nursery.

The most effective bedside cots come with adjustable sides that can be adjusted to match the bed's height. Some models have an incline setting which is ideal for babies suffering from reflux. Some models come with a carry-on bag and fold up when not in use. This is ideal for mothers who are always on the go or have guests coming over.

Bedside cots are generally a bit bigger than Moses baskets, but they are smaller than cribs. They can also be moved from room to if you need to and some come with the side that lowers so that you can pull your baby toward you for feeding or calming. Some have a built in rocker to help 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 or Moses Basket category. It's stylish and sleek however it is a little wider than other options. It's not ideal for small spaces. It is also quite heavy at over 10kg and requires some maneuvering to put it in place it. Emily from Clair de Lune notes that the sides of this mattress don't bend as much, which means you'll need to bend down to pick up your baby.