15 Gifts For Those Who Are The Newborn Bedside Cot Lover In Your Life
Newborn Bedside Cot
A newborn bedside cot is a tiny sleeper that allows new babies to share a room as their parents without the risks of true co-sleeping (which the AAP cautions against due SIDS and suffocation). It makes it easier to care for your infant and feed them during the night.
This mattress is a firm mattress to support babies' backs and minimize the chance of SIDS. It can be swiveled on your adult bed to allow you to carry your baby to the top to snuggle them at sunrise or for midnight nursing.
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A bedside cot, also known as a co-sleeper, is the bassinet-style baby cot that clips or attaches to your bed. This allows you to comfortably and safely reach your baby during the night for feeding, comforting or cuddles. They are a great option for mothers or new parents recovering from a c-section as they allow easy access to baby and do not require you to get out of bed.
There are a variety of designs available, from the basic ones with just the drop-down side, to more sophisticated ones that have various adjustment options, such as incline or height. The majority of them can be converted to an independent crib once your baby is older and has a longer sleep time in the night.
Maxi-Cosi Lora is among our top picks. It was selected in the Best Cot category for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. MFM home tester Emily expressed her delight at how stylish and contemporary the design is as well as the fact that you can use it as a regular bassinet, or attach it to a bed for safe side-by-side sleeping. She also liked the plush mattress, which passed our firmness test and also the fact that it has a manual rocking function that can be adjusted to a slight slope for those suffering from reflux.
However, she wasn't a fan of the fact that it had a non-mesh panel on the bottom and felt it was a bit bulky to move from room room often. She also found it a little heavy to carry up and down the stairs once folded into a travel bag.
Size
A bedside cot resembles the bassinet, which is connected to the bed's side. It allows you to reach your baby for mid-night feeding, nappies and comforting. It's also great for mums recovering from C-sections.
The NHS and Lullaby Trust recommend that you keep your baby separated from you for the first 6 months to lower the risk of SIDS. The crib that is placed beside your bed, with its low sides, is a great way to do this. It allows you to be able to easily access your baby during the night.
It is important that your baby sleeps on a firm and not an extremely soft mattress. Newborns don't have the motor control to rotate and a soft mattress could increase the risk of drowning. This mattress is made of skin-friendly and air-tight materials. It is a comfortable fit for your baby, yet firm enough to ensure safety.
Mum Jasmin was pleased that the crib didn't take up the entire space in her room and thought it was the perfect size for a newborn. She also noted that the mattress was of good quality, unlike others which are thin and fragile. She also likes the fact that it has a storage space underneath for bedding and clothes which many bassinets don't have.
Mehack is an MFM mother who has tested the product at home, is thrilled that you can remove the wall on the side to allow easier access to your baby. She also loves the fact that legs can be placed under the bed to make it look less bulky and occupy less area on the floor. She is also impressed by how it was simple to move around the house when she needed to do checks and feedings during the night.
A winner of an Gold award in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards, the CoZee Air is a popular choice among parents. It is a clever design with four pulleys that can be used to raise or lower your crib. There is also an enormous basket that can be used to store blankets, toys, and other essentials. It's also easy to put together and light in weight and portable, which is ideal for travelling with your baby.
Safety
It's important to consider safety when choosing the crib for your newborn. The Lullaby Trust, as well as the NHS recommend that babies not sleep in the parents' beds due to the possibility of suffocation and sudden infant death syndrome. Bassinets for bedside use allow parents to keep their newborns close to them, facilitating nighttime feedings as well as monitoring without needing to get up.
This close proximity also supports breastfeeding mothers by allowing them to take care of their infant's needs without having to wake up completely, which can help to keep the supply of milk steady and help the breastfeeding experience. Some cots for bedside have adjustable height features that will help ensure that the bassinet is at an ideal height for mother and baby for easy access for middle-of-the-night feedings or other care.
Many bassinets come with a firm mattress, which is designed to minimize suffocation risk and meets the standards of the industry. This is essential because baby's bones are fragile and not fully developed and must be supported to prevent injury. The mattress should be covered with a fitted sheet to decrease the risk that dust mites, or other allergens, can choke a child. It should be kept clean and free of irritants.
Some cribs on the bed can be tilted. This is beneficial for babies suffering from digestive or reflux issues. However, this should be done slowly and with care. It is also essential to avoid adding pillows, duvets, or padded crib bumpers to the bassinet since they can create the risk of suffocation for your baby and should only be used when the cot is on flat surfaces.
You should also consider an infant bassinet with an attachment system that is secure. This can be connected to your bed without the need of tools. This feature is especially useful for parents who have difficulty get their child in and out of the crib or are worried about their baby accidentally rolling over while sleeping. If your bassinet does have an attachment system that is secure it's recommended to regularly ensure that it's securely secured and that there aren't any gaps or loose parts that could pose a hazard.
Comfort
If you are a soon-to-be parent, the comfort of your child is one of your primary concerns. There's bedside co sleeper cot to sleep that lets you keep your baby close to you in the evening, without the risk of sharing the bed. The newborn bedside crib is a bassinet style cot that attaches to the side of the bed. It allows you to safely carry your baby to you for feedings at night and calming. It's also the perfect choice for mothers recovering from a c-section since it makes it less necessary to bend too much or even to get out of the bed.
Modern bedside cots for babies should have a flat, firm mattress to encourage safe sleep habits and lower the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. The bedding should be kept simple with just the cot sheet and a blanket tucked tightly at the bottom. Avoid bumpers, toys or pillows because they can be thrown over your baby and pose a risk of suffocation. If your baby has been used to being swaddled for several weeks then you can use a swaddle, or a baby sleep bag. But, it should be removed after they are strong enough to remove them.
Some cribs for bedside use a removable or drop-down side that allows for the baby to be easily accessible for comforting and feeding in the middle of the night. This is a wonderful feature for parents looking to maintain the bond between them and their child while still following NHS safe sleep advice. However, if you're considering sleeping in the same bed as your baby, it's important to understand that this practice has been linked to an increased risk of SIDS especially if a parent unintentionally rolls onto their infant during sleep.
A breathable fabric is another important safety feature, as it's designed to keep your baby cool and comfortable throughout the night. This is especially crucial if you plan to sleep with your newborn, as the risk of overheating during sleep increases. The SnuzPod4 is a unique, mesh side panel that is breathable that aids in improving airflow and keep your baby snug in their bed.