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small bedside cot Cots A bedside crib is a bassinet style that is attached to your bed and allows your baby to sleep close by. This is a great choice for parents who want their child to be close for fuss-free feedings in the beginning stages of their development. The HALO bassiNest Essentia was the winner of our top rated bedside cots for testing. It features a swiveling sleep surface and sidewalls that can be lowered easily. This makes it easy to reach over for comfort and lull them to sleep. Safety A bedside crib is a fantastic solution for new parents that want to keep their child close to them, but not compromise security. This kind of cot attaches to the bed's side and has one end which can be lifted or lowered down so that you can reach your baby. It can be used as a night time feeding station or to soothe your baby to sleep. It's also a great option for mums who have had C-sections. Bedside cots are available in a variety of sizes and designs, and some include storage. If you're shopping for a bedside cot, be sure to check the safety features to be sure it is safe for your baby. The Boori Oasis Oval Cot has a stylish design and is simple to put together. The oval shape is perfect for babies who tend to lay around during sleep, as it means they won't get trapped in a corner like they might with a rectangular cot. The cot is easily fitted through doors that have standard frames. This is a great feature for parents who are limited in space. Another great option is the La Redoute Willox Adjustable Cot Bed. This cot is an excellent all-rounder with plenty of features to make parenting easier as well as a gorgeous look. Its adjustable sides let it grow with your child and later transform into a toddler's bed when the time comes. It's also light, so it's easy to move around the home. A good quality bedside crib should have high mesh sides to stop your child from falling out. It should be securely fitted to your bed, with no gaps or loose parts. If you're not sure about fitting a bedside cot yourself you can ask a professional to do it for you. Sleeping in a co-sleeper is not recommended until your baby is at least six months old age. Official advice from The Lullaby Trust and the NHS is that infants shouldn't sleep in your bed due to the danger of suffocation or overheating. If you are forced to share a bed with your child, a crib placed at the bedside is the ideal alternative. Size A bedside cot is a bassinet-style cot which is attached to the side of your bed. It has a side that can be raised or lowered to let you reach your baby without having to leave the bed. These are a favourite of celeb mums such as Stacey Solomon, Binky Felstead and Lucy Mecklenburgh and are perfect for those who may be unable to move after having a C-section. Our top choice, the Maxi-Cosi Lora, comes with an opening that lets you see your baby from the bottom of the bed. It can also be adjusted to the height of your mattress – although some mums complained that it was difficult to move up and down. It's also one of the lightest options on our list and folds down into an ideal size for a suitcase which makes it perfect to travel with your little one. 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 Award gold medal in the best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category. It has a storage shelf and is easy to move into and out of a car. Some mothers, however, found it too long and wide to be able to fit in tight spaces, particularly when it was used as a bed by the bed. Design The best cribs for bed are modern, sleek and stylish. Some have innovative designs, like a peek-a-boo flap on the side, to help you observe your baby without disrupting them. Other features, like adjustable height, can be helpful if your partner has trouble getting up and down from bed. Some sleepers can also be used as an cot, bassinet or for babies who have reflux. There are a lot of options if you're looking for something more traditional. Some of our favorites are the CoZee Air from Tutti Bambini that won bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses Basket category and the Next2me Magic shortlisted in the same category. Both have adjustable heights and can be converted into a travel cot for use when away from home. They're also super lightweight and easy to move from room to room. Some mothers prefer the Lua Bedside sleeper that includes a changing mat, storage area and a collapsible bassinet for babies which can be turned into a portable mini cot. It also comes with an organizer bag. Jasmine says that it is the ideal size for babies and is more substantial than Moses baskets which may feel flimsy or thin. Another option that is great is another option is the iCandy Cocoon, which can be used as an Moses basket, cot or travel cot. It has a pop-up changer and a shelf that is perfect for books and toys and a mesh adjustable side that gives you an excellent view of your baby. It's not the lightest one, but it's simple to move and looks sleek in any bedroom. Cost Cost is a major factor when you are shopping for a crib, bassinet, or bedside sleeper. Some of the most popular models are costly however there are plenty of cheaper alternatives that won't break the bank. Some even come in a variety of colors and designs to suit the decor of your nursery. The best cribs for bedside use are adjustable and can be adjusted to the height of your mattress. twin bedside cot have an incline setting which is ideal for babies who suffer from reflux. They can also be folded when not in use, and some models have an included travel bag that is ideal for new mums who are often out and about or have guests staying over. Bedside cots tend to be slightly bigger than Moses baskets, but smaller than cribs. Some are able to be moved from one room to another, while others come with a side that can be lowered to allow you to pull your child towards you to feed them or soothe them. Some models also come with an integrated rocker so that you can 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, Moses Basket category. It's stylish and sleek however it is a little wider than other options. It's probably not suitable for small spaces. It is also quite heavy at over 10kg, and requires some maneuvering to place it. Emily from Clair de Lune also notes that it's not as easy to get into and out of like other beds for sleepers, as the sides don't move much and you'll have to bend to scoop your baby up.