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Choosing a Large Bedside Cot

Bedside cots (also known as co-sleepers or bassinets) are designed to allow parents to snuggle with their infant at night without the risk of SIDS. They are recommended for up to 6 months old, at which point your baby is ready to be moved to a crib.

Mehack Mehack, an MFM home tester, loved the fact that this model features a bassinet that can be used around the home. It also comes with the ability to rock manually. It was easy to set up, and it came with a travel bag.

Size

Cots are smaller than cots. Cots can also convert into toddler beds. However they are typically intended for children who are the age of three. If you're considering a wooden cot, there are usually two sizes available both large and standard both of which will convert into a cot/toddler bed. Selecting the larger of the two is a good idea if you want your child to sleep in it until the age of +/- three.

MFM mum home test Jasmine loved that the bedside cot was slightly larger than the Moses basket but not too big for her baby's room. She claims that it is easy to lift the baby in and out of the cot for evening feedings or to soothe, and that its quality is better than other cots she has seen that are less sturdy.

Another home test subject, Emily, likes how versatile the Maxi-Cosi Lora is It's a bassinet that lifts off that can be moved around the home, and it's a blast too. It also has an incline for reflux 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.  website  is compatible with a South African cot mattress unlike many international or European brands. This means that you don't have to purchase a new mattress every time your baby grows. However, it will require an exclusive bedding set (60x120cm). Here is the ideal mattress for your cot.

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 when feeding baby. It should also be able to be lower to a level that is not in the way so you can lift up your baby to feed them at night or to soothe him. This feature is especially helpful in the event of recovering from C-section. For instance the Next2me and Tutti Bambini cots can be adjusted to a height of 58cm while the Snuzpod 3 goes up to 63cm and the Knuma huddle up to 70cm.

Another thing to consider is the height you would like to set for the cot's base to be. Some mothers find it is easier to lift their children from their standard Moses baskets if the base is at the lowest level and others prefer a higher elevation to provide them with more stability. One of our mum testers mentioned that the Joie Roomie Glide was a popular choice. It has an easily collapsible side that you can push at the push of the button.

Be aware that a bedside or bassinet is only suitable until your baby can hold their head up without assistance generally about 6 months. This is due to the danger of inhaling suffocation. It is also important to remember that if you choose a bedside sleeper or bassinet that you can be converted into a crib, you will need to start removing the sides when your child is ready for this to ensure they don't climb out or fall out of bed.

Design

There are many different styles of cribs for beds with a range of styles from simple to lavish. Some of the most luxurious options include features like an integrated light or a center of calm that plays music and sound and comes with two levels to help soothe your baby back to sleep, or the swivelling footrest, which allows you to reach your child when you need to feed them.  cot bedside  can be converted into the toddler bed or cot bed (or both) when your child is ready to go to their own bed.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air for instance was awarded Bronze at the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards for the Best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib category. It has a swivelling bottom that allows you to take your baby to the crib and transfer them to the other side of the crib without getting out of bed. This makes it perfect for new mums who are recovering from Caesareans or who require bed for longer periods of time. MFM mom home tester Jasmine loved this feature, saying it was easy to use and made reaching her baby easier - especially after her c-section.

Chicco Next2me Magic is another option. It was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards to be the best Cot, Moses Basket, or Crib. It has a machine-washable lining, reflux incline, and rocking feature. It's bigger than the other cribs for bed that we've tested, however it folds down into its bag for travel, making it a small size when not in use.

MFM mom home tester Leya loved the practicality of this bedside crib, explaining how it was designed with babies and parents in mind.  It is a fantastic design that is very maneuverable and is super-sturdy. She also said that the bassinet's pivoting base was brilliant since it allowed you to move it from side to side. One of its sides could be lowered to make access easier for mothers who are recovering from C-sections.

Safety

A bedside cot that is large and spacious's most important safety characteristic is that it can easily be adjusted or moved so that parents can reach their child to feed or comfort them, or change his or their diaper. This makes it perfect for new mothers recovering from an C-section. Look for a design that lets you lower one side with the push of a button. This way, you can effortlessly lift your baby without having to get out of bed. This is essential, especially as your child grows and becomes more mobile. It is also important to avoid adding anything to the crib that increases the chance of suffocation or injury, like duvets and pillows, which could cause babies to become overheated.

The NPR of the CPSC's NPR included 24 incidents that were attributed to problems with the product, 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 components (6 incidents) and miscellaneous other product-related issues (9 incidents).

In its NPR, the CPSC examined the possibility of imposing additional requirements for bedside sleepers, such as the requirement that they satisfy the minimum side height requirement for bassinets or at least meet the maximum height requirement for the side rail. The CPSC found, however that these requirements weren't feasible or effective in reducing the number of incidents where infants are trapped between the bedside rail and an 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. A number of commenters suggested that the CPSC include in the proposed rule a different provision for multiuse bedside sleepers to allow them to meet the minimum side-height requirement of bassinets using a removable attachment that can be permanently connected or removed when the product is not being used as an actual bassinet.

The CPSC is considering these and other comments that were received in response to its NPR on bedside sleepers. The Commission will take into account these comments when it votes on the final rule which is expected to come out in November 2021.