The Best Bedside Cot For Newborns

A bedside crib is a bassinet type crib that is attached to the side of your mattress. This allows you to reach your baby during the night for a fuss-free feeding. They're suitable from birth to about six months.

The Lullaby Trust and the NHS both recommend that newborns have separate cots to their parents' beds. This will lower the risk of SIDS. These best bedside cots can help.

1. Arm's Reach Clear-Vue Co-Sleeper


In the early days of co-sleeping, a novel idea, a father and son team formed Arm's Reach and came up with a concept that would let parents be able to sleep comfortably with their infants. It was the first cot with a bedside, allowing babies to sleep close without falling or suffocating into the mattress. The Clear-Vue is still in widespread use in the present, with over 25 years of history and no reported injuries or deaths.

It has built-in leg extensions to adjust to different mattress heights. It also comes with a sheet and fitted cover. The bassinet is designed for newborns up to five months or until they begin pushing up on their knees and hands depending on when that happens. The Co-Sleeper can be used as a stand-alone, standalone bassinet or it can be attached to the parent's bed using the strap that comes with it and plate. The Co-Sleeper is simple to switch between the two modes by pulling strings. However, it does not meet federal standards as an attached bed. Therefore, your child should not be left unattended.

McKenna was also impressed by the Co-Sleeper's ease of use. She said it is easy to get your child in and out of the bassinet from the comfortable bed to feed them during the night or other care requirements. He also praised the safety of the Co-Sleeper, saying that it is in compliance with all crib and baby bassinet standards. It's been in the market for years and "about 1.5 million units have been sold" with no reports of infant accidents or deaths.

The Clear-Vue bedside crib was the most accessible of all the cots that we tried. Its swiveling sleeping 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 is the only one of our top picks that doesn't attach to a parent's bed, however, it was an impressive second place and better than other beds we tried that were meant to be connected to a parental bed. It's sturdy and sturdy with plenty of storage.

2. HALO Bassinest

The HALO Swivel Bassinest Sleeper is the only bedside cot that can rotate 360 degrees, bringing baby closer and making it easier for parents access and exit. It also has a lower wall that allows moms to take care of their babies without needing to leave the bed. This is a great feature for nursing mothers who need assistance with their cluster-feeding newborns in the early weeks and month after delivery.

The Bassinest features mesh side walls which allow for plenty of airflow, and the Swivel feature is perfect for parents who need to keep an eye on their little one throughout the night. Having the baby nearby and easily accessible can make all the difference in the tired anxiety of being a new parent particularly during late-night nursing sessions.

The Bassinest model received top scores in the Convenience assessment which rated features that make it simple 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 lightweight and can be cleaned down with water and the mattress pad can be washed as well. It also has a side pouch which is ideal to store things like diapers and nipple cream which are always needed during those sleep-deprived early days of motherhood.

There are a variety of versions of the Bassinest. One is the standard Essentia model, which is without additional features. The other is the LUXE Plus series, which includes white noise and vibrations that aid in assisting babies to fall asleep and remain asleep. Both models include the mattress pad, a fitted sheet, and a large storage caddy that's larger than the storage pouches on other Bassinest models.

The LUXE PLUS series also includes an adjustable wall lock that lowers that is sturdy and stable, a base that can be adjusted to fit most beds from 22" to 34", a floor lamp which helps you see your newborn throughout the day and a movable storage caddy that can store any additional bedding or items. The size and weight of this product makes it unsuitable for travel, however its swivel feature is ideal to keep your baby close at home.

3. Joie Roomie Glide

Created to make bonding between parents and babies an ideal experience, this co-sleeper by English brand Joie is more than just a bedside crib. It lets you lay next to your child, without sharing your bed. You can feed, soothe or hug your baby in the cozy slumber of your own and enjoy every waking moment of the newborn stage.

The Joie Roomie Glide Cot is simple to use and clean. It's perfect for parents who want to sleep together with their infant. Its cocoon-shaped, rounded design and soft padded side panels and double mesh window allow you to monitor your baby's sleep from your sofa or bed. The side panel sliding can be lowered and raised with one hand. This makes it easier to answer late-night wakeup calls. The gliding motion gently eases your child into a restful sleep to ensure you get an excellent night's rest too.

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

The adjustable height of the Roomie Glide is among its most useful features. You can alter the legs so that they are perfectly aligned with your baby's mattress. This is especially beneficial if you are 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.

Another handy feature is the built-in rocking mechanism that's ideal for newborns. Two buttons located on the sides of the crib activate an easy rocking motion that is soothing and comforting for your baby. You can choose to go at a slow or a lively pace. The glide feature can be locked after your baby has fallen asleep.

The only drawback to the Roomie Glide is that it's only suitable for infants which means you'll need to upgrade to a bigger cot once your baby is six months old (usually around the time they move into their own space). Roanna found it to be an excellent cotbed and would recommend it.

4. Bjorn Cradle

The Bjorn Cradle makes a great option for parents looking for a chic simple bedside cot. It's simple design looks great in any room and is easy to set up and use. baby bedside cot is also an excellent feature for parents who want to monitor their child during sleep. This bassinet was rated above average in our Eco-Health Category because it does not contain any chemicals that cause flames and has a the lowest amount of toxic materials. It is also certified by Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class I for baby products.

The BabyBjorn cradle is a small, cozy cradle that soothes babies by gently rocking them. The cradle is able to gently rock the baby, or parents can rock the baby manually it manually. The cradle's transparent mesh sides promote air circulation and allows parents to keep an eye on their baby while they sleep.

In addition to its compact size The cradle's light weight makes it easy to move from room to room. It is easy to clean and is washable using the mattress pad. However, it is important to note that the cradle should never be used in conjunction with any additional cushion or mattress, pillow, bedding, or comforter since this could create a suffocation risk for infants.

To reduce the risk of SIDS, it is essential to establish safe sleeping habits in all sleeping areas. This includes placing your baby on their backs for every nap and while sleeping in the cradle. It is also recommended to end the use of the cradle as soon as your baby starts pushing up on their hands and knees or reaches 8 kg/18lbs or more, whichever occurs first.

The BabyBjorn crib, as well as the other bassinets and cribs, is made from child-friendly materials. These materials are tested to ensure that they meet the latest safety standards. In fact, the manufacturer tests every product to ensure that they don't contain harmful chemicals or toxic substances that could harm your baby. The cradle is made of polyester and cotton and it's free of allergens that could cause irritation to your baby's sensitive skin. The fabric also promotes air circulation and is hypoallergenic.