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Official safe sleeping guidance from both NHS and Lullaby Trust recommends that newborns sleep in their own cot or Moses basket. A bedside crib is an effective and space-saving solution for room-sharing new parents.

Mumsnetters love the co-sleeper as it is spacious, with plenty of room for baby's to grow and wriggle. It's also larger than a Moses Basket. It's also easy to assemble and comes with a travel bag.

What is a bedside cot?

Bedside cribs (also known as bassinets, side sleepers, or co-sleepers) are a safe and convenient way for your baby to sleep with you during their first few months. These cribs attach to your bed and allow you to raise your baby towards you for night feeding or comforting without the danger of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome as a result of traditional bed sharing. These cribs are also ideal for mothers who are nursing or recovering from a cesarean section.

These cots are typically smaller than a standard cot but they provide plenty of space for your baby to sleep. You can pick from a wide range of designs and features depending on what you prefer. A majority of cribs for bedside use an adjustable or drop down side that allows you to reach your baby for evening feeds. They are available in a variety of heights to suit the size of your bed.

Some bedside cribs come with a riser that allows you to add a slight rise to the sleep space which can help with reflux and an easy zip-off side for cleaning.  bedside travel crib  feature manual rocking options that can provide a relaxing distraction to your newborn. You'll need a mattress that is air-conditioned to match your crib. It must be at least 30cm deep to allow your baby plenty of headroom.

A bedside crib is an investment but you can be certain that your baby will be comfortable and safe sleep. With the likes of Kate Hudson, Serena Williams and Gigi Hadid all awed by the SNOO bedside crib, it's worth looking into this elegant alternative to a moses basket.

Safety

The Lullaby Trust, in conjunction with the NHS has released official guidelines for safe sleeping that recommend that newborns sleep in the same bedroom as their parents for the first six months. However they should not be sleeping in your bed. This is to lower the risk of suffocation, or sudden infant death syndrome. A crib for bed allows you to keep your infant close to you to help soothe them to sleep and feed them at night without having to leave your bed. It's also a great option if you are recovering from an operation or C-section and have limited mobility.

Silver Cross Slumber Carbon 3 in 1 bedside cot travel cot is our top choice for a crib to sleep in. It's compact and folds down flat to fit into its travel bag, making it perfect for trips away on holidays or from home. It's one of the tiniest bedside cots available and comes with a an extremely comfortable mattress, air-flow panels, and an tilt setting, and it won Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for the best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket.

Chicco Next2me Magic is another fantastic bedside crib. It won Bronze at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards. It features a built-in change mat and storage solution It weighs just 10kg, and comes with an adjustable side that can be lowered down to make it easy to access.

Style

A crib for your bed is a blessing for many mums, especially those recovering from C-sections. They are attached to your bed so you can easily reach your baby without having to get out of bed in order to feed them and comfort them quickly. They are an excellent choice for breastfeeding mothers as their close proximity will help boost the amount of milk they produce.

They are not just practical, but also fashionable. This is the reason they're so sought-after. They're typically more spacious than Moses baskets and are available in many different styles, with some even having extra features such as a gentle tilt to the reflux. They are designed to fit close to your bed and can be moved around the home as baby grows. Some are portable, which means they're great for travelling parents.

It is important to choose an cot with bedside that is easy to use drop-sides. They allow you to lower your infant into the bassinet without needing to lift them into your arms, which can be difficult for mums with mobility issues. One of them is the Chicco Next2Me Magic which has been highly praised by Mumsnetters and was shortlisted in our 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Moses or Crib Basket category.

Another useful feature that a few models have is a transparent side that lets you observe your baby at all times. This is especially useful when you're exhausted at 3am and you need to feed your baby. A quick glance could make a huge difference. One such option is the Sleepiest BassiNest, which is easy to lower as outlined by our MFM home tester Emily.

Budget

If you're not ready to make the leap to a larger cot, an infant crib on your bed could be a great option. The cot is attached to the bed's side so you can easily reach your baby for evening feeds and also comfort them without disrupting your sleep. It's an excellent choice for those with restricted movement after the C-section. Famous moms like Binky Felstead and Stacey Solomon have also chosen it.

Our Parent Testers loved this new version of the well-loved Chicco crib, which won 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for Best Cot or Crib. It's large and breathable, and comes with six height options to accommodate babies who are growing, plus a gentle reflux setting for incline. It can also be used as a travel cot, and it comes with a handy storage bag.

It can be a challenge to move a bedside cot around your home However, our Parents Testers reported that the Shnuggle Air beside cot was very simple to move. It is one of the lighter options that can be tucked away in its own travel bag.

The SnuzPod is a different highly rated bedside cot that's simple to set up and take down and comes with a variety of features to ensure a good night's sleep. It comes with a removable, lift-off bassinet that fits more beds than other cots. The fabric is breathable, and helps keep your baby's temperature in check. It also has a gentle rocking function, as well as an incline option for reflux, and is light enough to use as a travel cot while you're out and about. It's more expensive than other bedside cots however our Parent Testers affirm that it's worth the extra money.