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Official guidelines for safe sleep from both NHS and Lullaby Trust recommends that newborns sleep in their own crib or Moses basket. A crib that is placed near the bed is an efficient and space-saving choice for room-sharing new parents.

Mumsnetters love the co-sleeper as it's spacious, with plenty of room for babies to grow and wiggle. It's also bigger than a Moses Basket. It's also easy to put together and comes with a travel bag.

What is a bedside cot?

A bedside cot (also called a side sleeper, bassinet or co-sleeper) is a safe method for your baby to rest close to you throughout the first few months of their life. These cribs are attached to your bed and allow you to raise your baby towards you for night feeding or comforting without the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome associated with traditional bed-sharing. These cribs are also great for mums who are breastfeeding or recovering from a cesarean section.

These cots are often smaller than a standard cot however, they still provide plenty of room for your baby to relax. You can choose from a variety of designs and features depending on what your preference is. A majority of cribs for bedside use the option of a drop-down or removable side that makes it easier to reach your baby's night feeds and are available in a variety of heights to accommodate the size of your bed.

Some cribs with a bedside have an riser that permits you to add a slight incline to the sleeping space that can aid in reflux and an easy zip-off side for cleaning. Some cribs come with manual rocking features that can provide a relaxing distraction to your newborn. You'll require a mattress that's comfortable to be used with your crib. It should be at least 30cm deep to give your baby enough headroom.

You can rest assured that your child will be safe and comfortable in a cot that is positioned at the bedside. With stars like Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid all being fans of the SNOO bedside crib, it's worth considering this stylish alternative to moses basket.

Safety

The Lullaby Trust, in conjunction with the NHS has released official guidelines for safe sleeping that recommend that newborns are in the same room as their parents for the first six months. However they shouldn't sleep in your bed. This is to lower the risk of suffocation or sudden infant death syndrome. A crib that is placed near your bed allows you to keep your baby close to you so that you can calm them down and even feed them at night without leaving your bed. It's also great when you are unable to move after an operation or recovering from C-section.

Our top choice for a bedside crib, the Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3-in-1 travel cot bedside crib is small and folds flat in a matter of seconds and fits into its own travel bag making it ideal for travel and nights away from home. It's among the lightest bedside cots and has a comfy deep foam mattress with mesh air-flow panels and an incline setting, plus it was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket.

Chicco Next2me Magic is another great bedside crib option. It won Bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It comes with a built-in storage solution and changing mat, is light (only 10kg) and comes with an adjustable side that makes it easy to access.

Style

For many mums, particularly those recovering from C-sections A crib that is placed near the bed can an absolute blessing. You can easily reach your baby without getting out of bed. This lets you comfort and feed your infant during the night. The close proximity to your baby can also aid in increasing the production of milk for mothers who are breastfeeding.

Bassinets aren't just convenient but also fashionable. This is the reason they're so popular. They're usually larger than Moses baskets and are available in many different styles, some having additional features such as a gentle reflux incline setting. They're designed to sit next to your bed and can be moved around the house as baby grows. Some are portable, which means they're ideal for parents who travel.

When choosing a bedside cot It is essential to choose a model that have easy-to-use drop sides. This lets you lower your infant into the bassinet without lifting them up into your arms. This can be a challenge for mothers who have limited mobility. One such model is the Chicco Next2Me Magic which has been highly praised by Mumsnetters and was shortlisted in our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Moses, Crib or Basket category.

Some models also have a translucent side, allowing you to always see your baby. This is especially helpful in the case of 3am feeds that are bleary-eyed where one glance could make all the difference. As noted by Emily our MFM home tester, the Sleepiest BassiNest is an excellent choice. It is easy to lower.

Budget

If you're not ready to make the leap to a full-sized cot, a bedside crib may be an ideal solution. The cot is attached to the side of your bed so that you can easily reach your baby for night feeds and comfort them without disrupting your sleep.  bedside travel crib 's also a great option for those with limited movement after an operation, and is a popular choice with celeb mums including Stacey Solomon and Binky Felstead.

Our Parents Testers loved the new version of this popular crib from Chicco that won the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket. It's spacious and breathable and comes with six height options to accommodate growing babies, as well as a gentle setting for incline. It can be used as a travel crib and comes with a convenient storage case.

It can be a challenge to move a bedside cot around the home However, our Parents Testers said that the Shnuggle Air beside cot was very simple to move. It's one of the lightest options and is compact enough to fit into its own travel bag, so you can take it along with you on your trip.

The SnuzPod is another highly rated bedside cot that is easy to set up and take down and packed with features that will ensure your child gets the best night's rest. It has a removable adjustable bassinet that lifts off, which can fit more beds than other cots. The fabric is breathable and can help to regulate your baby's temperature. It also has a soft rocking function and an incline setting to help with reflux, and is light enough to be used as a travel cot when you're on the move. It's a bit more expensive than other cribs for bed however, Parent Testers agree that it's worth the extra expense.