The Best Bedside Cot For Newborns

A bedside crib is a bassinet-style crib that is attached to the mattress's side. This allows you to get your baby to sleep for a fuss-free feeding. These are suitable for infants from birth up to six months.

Official safe sleeping guidelines from both the NHS and The Lullaby Trust recommends newborns sleep in a separate cot from parents' beds to lower the chance of SIDS. The best bedside cots allow this.

1. Arm's Reach Cosleeper with Clear-Vue

Arm's Reach was founded by a mother and father team when co-sleeping wasn't an everyday practice. They designed a design that allowed parents to sleep safely with their newborns. It was the first-ever bedside cot, which allows babies to sleep close by without being suffocated or falling into the mattress or onto the parent's side of the bed. The Clear-Vue remains in wide use today, with an average of 25 years and no reported deaths or injuries.

It comes with a fitted mattress and a bassinet. The bassinet can be used for infants up to five months old, or until they begin getting up on their knees. The Co-Sleeper is available as a bassinet which can be used as a stand-alone unit or attached to the parent's mattress using the strap and plate included. It's easy to transfer between the two modes by just a pull of a string but you should be aware that it doesn't meet the federal requirements for a bed that is attached so your child shouldn't be left unattended in this arrangement of sleeping.

McKenna was awed by the Co-Sleeper's ease of use, noting that it's simple to lift a baby into and out of the bassinet during middle-of-the-night feedings or other care needs from your bed. He also praised its safety, stating 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 dying or being injured.

In our tests during our tests, the Clear-Vue was the simplest to reach of all the bedside cots we test. Its swiveling sleep area and height adjustment allowed you to easily reach into and soothe your baby. Other models had lower-sided walls that required you to reach over and over or crouch down to retrieve your child but not the Clear-Vue.

The Clear-Vue was the only one in our top five that didn't connect to the parent's bed. It was a close runner-up and far superior to a few of those we tested that were designed to be attached to parental beds. large bedside cot and solid with plenty of storage.

2. HALO Bassinest

The HALO Swivel Bassinest Sleeper is the sole bedside cot that rotates 360 degrees, bringing baby closer and making it easier for parents get in and out. It also has a lower wall that allows moms to tend to their babies without having to get out of bed. This is a huge benefit for nursing mothers who require help with their infants in cluster feeding during the early months and weeks following delivery.

The Bassinest has mesh side walls that allow for plenty of airflow. The swing feature is ideal for parents who want to keep an eye on their little one throughout the night. Being close to the baby and easily accessible can make all the difference in the motherhood jitters particularly during late-night nursing sessions.

This model scored high in the Convenience Assessment, which rated features to make it easy-to-use and clean. This is a necessity for anyone who must deal with spit ups and diaper blowouts in the beginning of life. The Bassinest can be easily cleaned with water and is a light weight. The mattress pad is washable. It comes with a side bag to store diapers and nipple lotion, which you will need in those sleepless first days of motherhood.

There are many versions of the Bassinest, including a less expensive standard Essentia version that doesn't have any extra features and a more extravagant LUXE PLUS series that comes with white noise and vibrations to help babies fall and remain asleep. Both models come with a fitted sheet, mattress pad, and a storage bag that's larger than other Bassinest alternatives.

The LUXE Plus series includes the ability to lower-wall lock, a sturdy and sturdy base that adjusts to most beds that are between 22" and 34", a floor lamp that lets you see your baby during the day, and a movable storage bag that can be used to store extra bedding or supplies. It isn't 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

The design is designed to make bonding between parents an ideal experience This co-sleeper made by English brand Joie is much more than a crib for the bed. With a single-hand slide and sliding side panel that lets you sleep comfortably next to your baby without sharing your own bed. You can feed, soothe or hug your baby right in the cozy slumber of your own and take pleasure in every second of the newborn stage.

The Joie Roomie Glide Cot is easy to use and clean. It's perfect for parents who want to sleep together with their baby. Its rounded cocoon-shaped design, soft side panels that are padded and a double mesh window allow you to observe your baby's sleep from your couch or bed. The side panel that slides up and lowers with one hand, making it easier to respond to those late night wake-up calls. The gliding motion will also gently soothe your child to an unwinding sleep so that you can enjoy a good night of sleep.

The crib comes with a the mattress that is washable and removable. It's also lightweight and sturdy. It comes with four locking wheels to keep it secure in place, and is backed with a rubber-coated material to protect scratches to the floor.

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 bed or sofa, so it's in perfect alignment with your infant's mattress. This is particularly useful when you're breastfeeding because you can feed your baby without leaving your bed. The height helps reduce the chance of your child falling out of the crib.

A built-in rocking feature is another handy feature that's perfect for newborns. Two buttons on the crib's side activate a gentle rocking movement that is soothing and relaxing for infants. You can choose a leisurely or a lively pace. The glide feature can be locked after your baby has fallen asleep.

The only downside of the Roomie Glide cot is that it is only suitable for newborns. You will need to upgrade your baby's cot to a bigger cot when he or she is six months old (normally at the time they move into their new room). Roanna found it to be an excellent cotbed and would highly recommend it.


4. Bjorn Cradle

The Bjorn Cradle is a fantastic option for parents who are looking for a simple, stylish bedside cot. It has a minimal design that is attractive 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 monitor their baby as they sleep. This bassinet earned an above-average score in our Eco-Health category since it doesn't contain any fire 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 is a compact, cozy cradle which soothes babies by gently rocking them. The cradle can gently rock the baby or parents can manually rock it manually. The transparent mesh sides of the cradle help to promote air circulation, allowing parents to observe their child while they sleep.

The cradle is easy to move around the house because of its lightweight weight. It is easy to clean, and is washable in the machine using the mattress pad. It is vital to note that the cradle should not be used in conjunction with any other cushion or mattress, pillow, bedding, or comforter because this could pose an obstructive risk to infants.

To decrease the risk of SIDS, it's crucial to practice safe sleeping habits in all sleeping areas. This includes putting your baby on their backs during every nap and while sleeping in the cradle. It is also recommended to discontinue use of the cradle once your baby starts pushing up on their knees and hands or reaches 8kg/18 lbs or 8 kg/18 lbs, whichever is first.

Like all of our bassinets and cribs, the BabyBjorn cradle is constructed with baby-friendly materials that have been tested to meet the most recent safety standards. In fact, the company tests every product to ensure that they don't contain any harmful chemicals or toxic substances that could harm your baby. The cradle is made from polyester and cotton and it's free of allergens that could cause irritation to your baby's sensitive skin. The fabric also aids in air circulation and is hypoallergenic.