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Choosing a Large Bedside Cot Bedside cots (also called co-sleepers or bassinets) are designed to allow parents to sleep close to their baby at night without fear of SIDS. However, they are only suitable for use up to 6 months when your baby will need to move into a cot or a moses basket. MFM home tester Mehack loved the fact that this model comes with a bassinet that can be lifted off to use around the house and the ability to rock manually. It was also easy to put together and came in its own travel bag for easy storage. Size Cots and cots differ in terms of size, with cots being smaller than beds for cots. They can also be converted into toddler beds, whereas cot beds are generally only used for up to three years. older. If you're looking for a wooden cot, there are typically two sizes to choose from both large and standard both of which can be converted into a toddler bed or cot bed. Choosing the larger one is a good choice for children who want to sleep in it until the age of approximately three. MFM mother home test Jasmine loved that the bedside cot was slightly bigger than the Moses basket but not too large for the space of her baby's. It's easy to lift her baby in and out for night feeding or calming and that the quality is great in comparison to other cots she's seen that feel flimsy. Another home-based test subject, Emily, likes how the Maxi-Cosi Lora can be used in a variety of ways It's a bassinet that lifts off that can be moved around the house, and it rocks too. It also has a reflux incline option and a machine-washable breathable liner. And it was shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for the Best Cot Crib, Crib, or Moses Basket. In contrast to International or European cot brands, the Lora can be fitted with South African cot mattresses so you don't need to buy another mattress as your baby grows. However, it does require an exclusive bedding set (60x120cm). Find the ideal mattress for your cot here. Height When choosing a bedside cot choose one that can be elevated to a height that is comfortable for feeding your babies. It must also be able to be lowered down out of the way to allow you to lift your baby closer to you during night feedings or soothing. This is particularly useful in the event of recovering from a C section. best bedside cot and Tutti Bambini can be adjusted to an 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 base of your cot to be. Some moms find it is easier to lift their babies from their standard Moses baskets when the base is at the lowest point, while some prefer a higher level to provide them with more stability. The Joie Roomie Glide is a popular option and one of our mum test subjects saying that it is easy to use with a collapsible part that you can press down at the touch of one button. Keep in mind that a bassinet/bedside sleeping device should not be used until your baby is able to hold their head up without assistance generally approximately 6 months. This is due to the possibility of being suffocated. It is also important to be aware that if your child is old enough to turn the bedside sleeper into a cot, you will have to take the sides off as soon as they are able to do this. This will stop them from falling out or climbing out of the bed. Design There are many different styles of cribs that are bedside, ranging from simple to luxurious. The most luxurious models could include features such as a built-in nightlight or a soothing center which plays music and sounds and offers two levels of vibration to help soothe your baby back to sleep, or even an adjustable base that makes it easier to reach your child for feedings. Some models can be transformed into the toddler bed or cot (or both) when your child is ready for their own bed. The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air For instance has won Bronze at the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards in the Best Cot Moses Basket or Crib category. It features a swivelling bottom that lets you pick up your baby and transfer them to the opposite side of the crib without getting out of bed. This is ideal for mothers who are recovering from Caesarean or require a bed for longer durations of time. Jasmine is an MFM mum who tested this product at home, said it was easy to use and made it easier to reach her baby – especially after having a c-section. Chicco Next2me Magic is another alternative. It was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards as the Best Cot, Moses Basket, or Crib. It is machine washable and comes with a interior, reflux incline, and rocking feature. It's larger than other cribs for bed that we've tested, but it folds into its travel bag to make it relatively compact when it's not in use. MFM mom home tester Leya loved the practicality of this crib for bed, she explained how it was created with babies and parents in mind. It is lightweight and easy to move. The swivelling base of the bassinet is amazing because it allows you to move the bassinet from side to side, and one of its sides can be opened down to make access easier especially for mothers who are recovering from C-sections,' she added. Safety The main safety aspect of a large bedside cot is that it is able to be raised or lowered to enable parents to reach their baby when they require to feed them, comfort them, or change their nappy. This makes it ideal for mothers who are still be recovering from a C-section. It is recommended to choose the design that lets you lower the side of the bed with a single button press. This will allow you to lift your child without having to get out of bed. This is essential, especially as your baby grows and becomes more mobile. It is also important to be careful not to add anything to the crib that could increase the chance of suffocation or injury, like pillows and duvets, which can cause babies to overheat. The NPR of the CPSC's NPR included 24 incidents that were attributed to problems with the product that included gaps between the bedside sleeper and the adult bed (12 incidents) and enclosed openings with fabric sides (11 incidents); 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 example, these products would have to meet the minimum height requirements for bassinets or at a minimum, the maximum height requirements for the rails that are lowered. The CPSC determined, however, that these requirements weren't feasible or effective in reducing the number of incidents where infants are entrapped by the bedside rail and an adult bed. The majority of the reported incidents in the NPR included multi-use bedside sleepers that could be converted into other types of use, such as play yards and bassinets. A number of commenters suggested that the CPSC include in the proposed rule an alternative provision for multi-use bedside beds to allow them to meet the minimum side-height requirements for bassinets through the use of an attachment that can be permanently connected or removed when the product is not being used as a bassinet. The CPSC is currently reviewing these comments as well as other submissions received in response to the NPR on sleep at night. The Commission will take into account these comments when voting on the final rule that is expected to come out in November 2021.