Bedside Cosleeper

A bedside cosleeper attaches to your adult bed. As long as you adhere to the CSPC guidelines for sleeping areas for infants, it's safe.

These guidelines are similar in many ways to crib bedding standards. You can learn more about these guidelines here. When selecting a bedside sleeping device security, comfort and convenience are the most important factors to consider.

Safety

In keeping with the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation that infants sleep in the same bed with their parents cosleeping (a practice also referred to as bed-sharing) has gained popularity with many new and expecting parents. bedside baby sleeper that room-sharing with a baby is less risky than sleeping in the same bed as parents, as it reduces the risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SIDS). While the AAP disapproves of bed sharing, it does recommend that sleeping with a partner be done on a separate sleeping surface to reduce the risk of SIDS. This is the reason why the creation of the bedside cosleeper was so important for many families.


A bedside cosleeper can be described as a crib-like sleeper that can be attached to an adult bed frame. The bedside cosleeper allows parents to monitor the baby and allows the baby the ability to sleep in their own bed. The most reliable cosleepers are made using high-quality materials and adhere to stringent safety standards. Be sure to look for the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) stamp of approval, which confirms rigorous testing of the product and quality controls, to ensure your child's secure cosleeping experience.

The security of a cosleeper for the bed depends on several factors, including the way it is set up and secured to the parent's bed. It is essential that the bedside cosleeper be attached to the parent's mattress in a manner that prevents gaps and spaces where the infant may be trapped. This could result in the risk of suffocation. It is important that the attachment system of a bedside sleeper be tested to ensure that it can withstand the force that could be imposed during the course of use, for example, parents rolling onto and off of the sleeper or 25-pound. horizontal force applied to the attachment system or the corners of the bedside cosleeper.

The standard for bedside sleeping cribs incorporates, by reference to the federal consumer product safety standards for bassinets (16 CFR part 1218) which includes specifications for the performance of closed openings. The standard's mandatory requirements address the danger of head and neck traps by requiring after the application and release the 50-lb. horizontal force in the vicinity of the attachment systems and corners of the bedside sleeping device, a gap larger than 1.0 in. It is not permitted to create a gap greater than 1.0 in. ASTM's electronic Reading Room offers read-only versions of the standard.

Convenience

Many parents have resisted cosleeping due to fear of suffocation SIDS or the "Ferberization" process that forces children to sleep on their own Anthropologists have long observed that mammals and primates, as well as people who live in non-Western societies, have regularly cosleep. This is because babies are soothed by hearing their mother's voice. They may also learn to soothe themselves.

bedside baby bed have clever designs that are attached to the sides of any mattress and swivels so you can easily reach it to change diapers or feeds during the middle of the night. Look for a model with adjustable feet that retract to accommodate various mattress sizes. It should also have ample storage space for everything your baby needs.

Select a bedside sleeper that will fit the standard crib bedding, so that it's safe to use as your child grows. Consider a model that is convertible and can be used as a play area or a bassinet that is deeper. It will last for a long time.

Portability

Based on the size of your bedroom, a bedside cosleeper with wheels and/or a light base might be easier to move around the house than one that has frames made of wood or a substantial base. The babybay bedside sleeping system, HALO bassiNest essencetia, and Snoo Smart Sleeper are all portable. They come with adjustable feet that can be retracted to accommodate platform mattresses; legs that fold up to provide maximum access to the mattress; and 100 mesh sidewalls for ventilation without covering the baby's nose or mouth.

The Arm's Reach ClearVue is a top option. It adjusts in 1" increments and can be used as a bassinet, or a portable bed. It also swivels to allow easy access to your baby to help her relax, nurse her, or monitor them during the night.