The Best Bedside Cot
They are designed to be put near your bed to make it easier for your baby to reach you at 3am for feedings and nappy changes. They're also a good alternative to a Moses basket.
Safe sleep advice from The Lullaby Trust and NHS recommends babies sleep in a cot, away from your bed to avoid the risk of suffocation or overheating. Our mom testers loved this cosy option with an elegant gliding motion that helps bring babies back to sleep.
1. Joie Roomie Glide
The Roomie Glide is an innovative bedside cot by English brand Joie that was designed to let you sleep safely without sharing your bed. It has a smooth, single-hand glide that gently soothes baby into dreamland without you needing to leave your side of the bed. It also comes with the glide lock is a single touch that secures it once your little one is fast asleep. There are safety straps to ensure it stays securely attached to your bed and retractable wheels that allow you to move it whenever you want to.
The curved cocoon shape, softly padded sides and double-mesh windows enhance the comfort and security of your sleeper. It's also easy to put together and disassemble, making it ideal to travel with and pack away. The cot comes with a machine washable mattress cover and is easy to clean. You can also purchase additional cotton sheets in a pack of two.
Roanna loved the cotbed, and described it as "a high-quality purchase". She was pleased that the gliding motion was soothing and lulled her to sleep. She also found the design to be elegant and said it would look great in most bedrooms. She also said that it is great for infants, but when they reach six months, you will require a larger cot.
She also loved the fact that the side panel sliding can be removed with one hand so that it's easy to respond to those inevitable wake-up calls to feed or comfort little ones from the comfort of her bed. The Roomie Glide also has 11 height settings, which means it can be adjusted to fit almost any size bed. There are also clips and straps that can be used to help to secure it.
2. BassiNest
The HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper has a lot going for it, including a side pouch ideal for diapers, nipple cream, and all the other essentials you'll need during the infant stage. co sleeper bedside cot has an extremely sturdy mattress and base which can be easily cleaned up after spit-ups, blowouts and other mishaps that come with infants. It also comes with an easy-to-clean sheet to keep it clean.
The bedside cot rotates 360 degrees so you can be closer to your child's bed for a safe sleeping. Its side walls that are patent-pending lower and automatically return to allow you to take care of your baby without getting up from your bed. This is particularly important for new moms recovering from C-sections.
The swivel feature makes it simple to pick up your baby for cuddles or feeds while you're sleeping. It has a night light, three soothing sounds, two levels of vibration and a timer for nursing to help you stay on the right track with your bottle-feeding or breastfeeding routine.
The deluxe version of this cot for bedside use has wood accents for a more sophisticated look and a premium yarn dyed fabric. It also has the option of a floor lamp to let you see in the dark without disturbing your child or your companion, and a storage caddy that keeps everything you need at your fingertips. Both versions of the HALO Bassinest have a sturdy adjustable base that can be placed on beds up to 34" tall. Its side wall can be locked to ensure safety. It's designed to be used until your child is able to demonstrate signs of a rollover or reaching 20 pounds. It is JPMA certified and independently tested to meet U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada safety standards.
3. Maxi-Cosi lora
This sleek bedside bassinet has an elegant design, with a variety of modern colors and wood features. It is a real success for sleep. The breathable mesh panel allows plenty of air to circulate and offers a great view of baby, and the mattress is able to support your child to allow for both nighttime and daytime naps. It also has a reflux-incline function to reduce reflux and congestion when needed. If you're ready to give your baby their own room The crib can be transformed into a stylish standalone with the most comfortable mattress. It folds flat and fits into an easy-to-carry bag so you can take it on a trip to the beach or if baby stays at Grandma's.
This co-sleeper has been shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Cot or Crib or Moses Basket. It provides maximum comfort for babies during the first few months of. It comes with a comfortable mattress that's extra thick and adjustable to five different heights, and a rocking feature for fussy naps. Plus, it's made with EcoCare, Maxi-Cosi's new premium, future-proof fabric which is soft and comfy on baby's skin.
Its small frame makes it less bulky than other cots for bedside use. It's also simple to raise the bed to the proper level with only two levers. (Some mothers have found it difficult to move the bar linking the legs upwards and downwards. It also glides from side to side, which can help you to position it closer your bed when it's time for feeding at night or to help soothe your baby to sleep. It also has a large storage basket for all baby's necessities.
4. Shnuggle Air
Shnuggle is an organization that creates products to make parenting easier for parents, and safer for babies. The brand was launched with its first moses basket made of hypoallergenic material without wicker in 2009. It has won over 50 awards from the industry and consumer.
The dual-view mesh sides of the crib improve breathability while allowing you to keep an eye on your baby. The mattress, tested to meet the highest British safety standards and is 50 percent more air-tight. The crib can also be converted into a cot (kit sold separately) and is an ideal sleep solution for toddlers and newborns. Softly cushioned side panels protect baby's legs and arms from getting caught up on the bars on the cot. Fabrics are removable and can be washed by hand.
This bedside crib can be attached securely to your bed frame and its wheels that swivel make it easy to manoeuvre. This is the only item on this list with a side that can be removed and drop down. It is able to be opened for evening comforting or feeding.
In contrast to the bassinets featured in this guide, this one features soft padded sides, rather than cot bars, which protect infant arms and legs from getting caught or entangled. It's also a good choice for breastfeeding mothers or women who have had a C-section because it's easy to lift baby into and out of the bassinet for nursing and relaxing.
It also has extra features that are not found in the majority of cribs listed on this list including a gentle incline to help with reflux and colic. It also has a hammock for storage under the crib, as well as seven height adjustments. Our parent testers have said that the safety latch at the top bar can be noisy when it is reattached. This may wake your baby. The fabric and mattress can be taken off and cleaned by hand. The crib is simple to put together.
5. Clair de Lune
The third movement of the 1890 Suite bergamasque composed by Claude Debussy, 'Clair de Lune' (French for moonlight) is inspired by Paul Verlaine's romantic poem, and conveys an ethereal impression of a sunny Italian small town. It also fits into Twilight in which Edward Cullen has it on his stereo as he seduces Bella and stares at Bella with that lusty vampire. It's a melodramatic love tale however the music is great.
Mike Mills adapted the piece for his 2009 film C'mon C'mon, in which it is played not by a piano, but the San Francisco Saxophone Quartet.
