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Choosing a large bedside cot (Learn Even more Here)

Bedside cots, also referred to as co-sleepers and bassinets, are designed to let parents sleep close to their children at night without the risk of SIDS. However they are not recommended for use up to 6 months, when your baby will need to be moved into a cot or a moses basket.

Mehack is an MFM home tester, loved the feature that this model comes with a bassinet that can be used throughout the house. It also features a manual rocking feature. It was simple to put together, and it came with a travel bedside crib bag.

Size

Cots are smaller than cots. They are smaller than. Cots can also be transformed into toddler beds. However cots are generally used for children up to the age of three. If you're opting for a wooden cot, there are usually two sizes to choose from - standard and large - both of which convert into a cot/toddler bed. If you wish for your child (or children) to be able to sleep in a bigger cot, it's a great idea to pick the larger size.

Jasmine is an MFM mum who tested the product at home, was pleased that it was slightly larger than the typical Moses' basket but still not too big for the room of her baby. She says it's easy to lift her baby in and out for feeding or calming and that the quality is excellent when compared to other cots she's encountered that feel cheap bedside cot and flimsy.

Emily, another home tester, loves the flexibility of the Maxi-Cosi lora that is a portable, lift-off bassinet. It also is a rock. It also comes with a reflux incline and a machine washable liner that is breathable. It was also shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Moses Basket category. The Lora is compatible with a South African cot mattress unlike other international or European brands. This means that you don't have to purchase an entirely new mattress each time your baby grows. However, it does require a specific bedding set (60x120cm). Find the ideal mattress for your cot here.

Height

When you are choosing a cot for your bed, look for one that can be elevated to a height that's comfortable for you to feed your the baby. It should also be able to be lowered to a level that is not in the way so you can lift up your child towards you to feed them at night or to soothe him. This feature is especially helpful in the event of recovering from a C-section. The Next2me cot and Tutti Bambini can be adjusted to the maximum height of 58cm while the Snuzpod 3 can go up to 63cm, and the Knuma Hutch up to 70cm.

Another thing to think about is the height you would like to set for the cot's base to be. While some mothers find it easier to lift their children out of standard Moses baskets when they are at the lowest height, other mums prefer an elevated base to give them more stability. The Joie Roomie Glide is a well-liked option and one of our mum test subjects saying that it is easy to use with a collapsible side that is easy to push down with the click of the button.

Remember that a bassinet/bedside sleeper should not be used until your baby can hold their head up unaided typically about 6 months. This is due to the risk of being suffocated. It's also important to note that if you select a bassinet/bedside sleeper that can be converted into a crib, you will need to remove the sides as soon as your child is able to do this, so that they don't get out of bed or fall out of bed.

Design

There are many different styles of cribs for bedside use that range from basic to extravagant. Some of the more expensive options come with features such as an integrated light or a center of calm that plays music and sound and comes with two levels that help to soothe your baby back to sleep, or the swivelling footrest, which allows you to reach your child when you need to feed them. There are also models that can be transformed into an infant bed or a toddler bed (or both) ideal for when your child is ready to transition to their own bigger bed.

For instance the Tutti Bambini CoZee Air that won Bronze in the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category, has an adjustable base that allows you to pick up your newborn and transfer them from one side of the crib to the other without needing to get out of bed. This is ideal for new mothers who are recovering from Caesarean or require a bed for longer periods of time. MFM mom home tester Jasmine loved this feature, stating that it was easy to use and made reaching her baby easier especially after a c-section.

Chicco Next2me Magic is another alternative. It was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for the best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib. It is machine washable and comes with a liner, reflux incline, and rocking feature. It's a bit larger than the other cribs that we've tried, but it folds flat in its travel bag, so it's relatively compact when not in use.

Leya, MFM mum home tester Also, she acknowledged the crib's usefulness. She claimed that it was designed for parents and infants. It is a fantastic design that is incredibly maneuverable and is extremely durable. She also said that the bassinet's swivelling base was fantastic because it allowed you to move it from side to side. One of its sides could be lower to facilitate access, especially for new mums recovering from C-sections.

Safety

A large bedside cot's main safety characteristic is that it is able to be raised or lowered so parents can reach their child to feed, comfort or change his or their nappies. This makes it ideal for mothers who still recovering from a C section. It is recommended to choose a design which allows you to lower the sides of the bed with a simple button press. This will allow you to lift your child up without getting out of bed. This is crucial, particularly as your baby grows and becomes more mobile. Do not add anything that may increase the chance of injury or suffocation, like duvets and pillows that can cause your baby to overheat.

The NPR released by the CPSC NPR included 24 incidents that were attributed to product issues, such as gaps between the bedside sleeper and the adult bed (12 incidents) Fabric-side enclosed openings (11 incidents) as well as consumer misassembly, or missing parts (6 incidents); and miscellaneous other product-related issues (9 incidents).

In its NPR the CPSC examined the possibility of introducing additional requirements to bedside sleepers. For instance they would need to meet the minimum height requirements for bassinets, or at least the maximum height requirements for the lowered rail. However, the CPSC found that these requirements are not practical or effective in reducing the number of incidents in which infants were entrapped between the bedside sleeper and the adult bed.

A majority of the incidents reported in the NPR included multi-use bedside sleepers that could be converted into different modes like bassinets and play yards. Several commenters suggested that the CPSC include in the proposed rule a different provision for multi-use bedside beds to enable them to meet the minimum side-height requirement for bassinets using an attachment that can be connected permanently or disconnected when the product is not being used as the bassinet.

The CPSC is currently reviewing these comments and others received in response to the NPR on bedside sleeping. The Commission will take into account these comments when deciding on the final rule, which is expected to be released in November 2021.