The Best Bedside Cot For Newborns
A wooden bedside cot crib is a bassinet style that fixes to the bed’s side, making it easy to reach your baby for fuss-free night feeding. These are suitable for babies 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 reduce the risk of SIDS. The Best bedside cot For newborn cribs for beds can help.
1. Arm’s Reach Co-Sleeper with Clear-Vue
Co-sleeping was a new idea, a father and son team formed Arm’s Reach and came up with a concept that would allow parents to safely sleep alongside their newborns. It was the first-ever bedside cot that allowed infants to sleep close without suffocating or falling into the mattress or on the parent’s side of the bed. Clear-Vue has been in use for over 25 years and has never been any reported deaths or injuries.
It includes a fitted sheet and a bassinet. The bassinet is suitable for babies up to five months old or until they are pushing up on their knees. The Co-Sleeper is available as a bassinet which can be used as a stand-alone unit or affixed to the mattress of the parent using the strap and plate that come with it. It’s easy to switch between the two modes using the pulling of a string but be aware that it doesn’t meet the federal standards for an attached bed which means your child should never be left unattended in this sleeping arrangement.
McKenna was awed by the Co-Sleeper’s ease of use, noting that it’s easy to lift a baby into and out of the bassinet during mid-night feedings or other needs from your bed. He also praised its safety and said that the Co-Sleeper meets all crib and bassinet standards and has been available for a long time with « probably 1.5 million units sold » and no reports of infants being injured or killed.
In our tests, the Clear-Vue was the most easy to access of all the bedside crib vs cot cots we tested. Its swiveling sleep area and height adjustment allowed you to easily reach in and comfort your baby. Other models had lower sidewalls that required you to reach over and over or crouch down to get your child but not the Clear-Vue.
The Clear-Vue is the only one of our top choices that doesn’t have a connection to a bed for a parent, but it was close to being better than some we tested that were designed to be attached to a bed that parents sleep in. It’s sturdy and solid with plenty of storage space.
2. HALO Bassinest
The HALO Swivel Bassinest Sleeper is the only bedside cot wooden cot that rotates 360 degrees to bring baby closer and making it easier for parents access and exit. It also features a lower wall that allows moms to take care of their babies without stepping out of bed. A big plus for nursing mamas who need help tending to their newborns who are feeding in clusters during the early months and weeks after the birth.
The Bassinest has mesh walls on the sides that allow for plenty of airflow. The swivel feature is great for parents who want to watch their little one throughout the night. The ability to see the baby and keep them close to them can make a huge difference in the tired delirium that comes with being a new parent.
The Bassinest scored well in the Convenience Assessment, which evaluates features that make it simple to use and clean. This is a must for anyone who has to deal with spit ups and diaper blowouts during the beginning of life. The Bassinest can be cleaned easily by water and is light. The mattress pad can also be washed. It also has an additional pouch on the side which is ideal to store items such as diapers and nipple cream, which are always needed during the sleep-deprived first days of motherhood.
There are many variations of the Bassinest that are available, including a cheaper standard Essentia version that does not have any additional features, and a more extravagant LUXE PLUS series with built-in white noise and vibrations to help babies fall asleep and remain asleep. Both models come with mattresses, a fitted sheet, and a large storage caddy that is larger than the storage bags on other Bassinest alternatives.
The LUXE Plus series has an lowering-wall lock, a stable and sturdy base that can be adjusted to most beds that are between 22″ and 34″, the floor lamp lets you see your baby throughout the day and a removable storage bag that can store extra bedding or supplies. It’s not ideal for travel due the weight and size, however the swivel function is great for keeping baby near while you’re at home.
3. Joie Roomie Glide
Created to make bonding between parents and babies an ideal experience this co-sleeper from English brand Joie is much more than a bedside crib travel crib. With a single-hand glide and sliding side panels that lets you sleep comfortably next to your baby without sharing your own bed. Feed, soothe or snuggle your baby from the comfort of your own slumber and take pleasure in every second of the infant stage.
The Joie Roomie Glide Cot is easy to use and clean. It’s ideal for parents who want to sleep together with their infant. Its rounded cocoon shape with softly padded sides, as well as double mesh windows allow you to observe your baby’s sleep from your own couch or bed. The sliding side panel lifts and lowers with one hand, making it easier to answer those late night wakeup calls. The gliding motion gently eases your baby into a peaceful slumber to ensure you get a restful night’s sleep as well.
The crib comes with a washable, fitted mattress that is removable for easy cleaning and a lightweight yet sturdy aluminium frame that allows for easy movement. It comes with four locking wheels to ensure it stays in place, and is backed with a rubber-coated fabric to avoid scratches to the floor.
The Roomie Glide’s adjustable height is one of its best features. You can adjust the legs to ensure that they are perfectly aligned with your baby’s mattress. This is particularly useful when you’re breastfeeding since it allows you to feed your baby close by without having to leave your bed. The height helps reduce the chance of your child falling out of the crib.
Another useful feature is the built-in rocking feature that’s ideal for newborns. Two buttons on the sides of the crib allow a gentle rocking motion that is soothing and comforting for infants. You can choose to go at a slow or a lively pace. The glide feature can be locked once your baby is asleep.
The only drawback of the Roomie Glide cot is that it is only suitable for infants. You’ll need to upgrade your baby’s cot to a larger crib when he/she is six months old (normally around the time they move into their room). Roanna thought it was an excellent cot and would certainly recommend it.
4. Bjorn Cradle
The Bjorn Cradle is a great option for parents who are looking for an easy, stylish bedside cot. It’s simple design looks great in any room and is simple to use and set up. Its low-height makes it a great choice for parents who want to watch their baby as they sleep. This bassinet was rated above average in our Eco-Health Category because it does not contain any flame retardant chemicals and has a low level of harmful materials. It is also certified by Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class I for baby products.
The BabyBjorn Cradle is a cozy compact cradle which soothes babies with gentle rocking motions. The cradle will gently rock the baby or parents can manually rock it manually. The transparent mesh sides of the cradle encourage air circulation, which allows parents to watch their baby while they sleep.
The cradle is simple to move around the house because of its light weight. It is also easy to clean and can be machine-washed using the mattress pad and designated sheet. It is important to note that the cradle shouldn’t be used in conjunction with any additional cushion or mattress, pillow, bedding, or comforter, as this can pose a suffocation risk for infants.
To reduce the risk of SIDS, it is important to have safe sleeping habits in all sleeping areas. It is important to place your baby on its back during every nap, and also in the cradle. It is also recommended to stop using the cradle when your baby begins pushing up on their hands or knees or reaches 8kg/18lbs.
Like all of our bassinets and cradles, the BabyBjorn cradle is constructed with safe materials for children that are tested to meet the latest safety standards. The manufacturer tests their products to be sure they do not contain harmful chemicals or toxins that could harm your child. The cradle is made of cotton and polyester, and is free of allergens that could cause irritation to your baby’s sensitive skin. The fabric also helps with air circulation and is hypoallergenic.