Choosing a Large Bedside Cot<br /><br />Bedside cots, also known as bassinets or co-sleepers are designed to let parents sleep close to their children at night without the risk of SIDS. They are only recommended up to 6 months, after which your baby is ready to move to a bed.<br /><br /><br /><br />Mehack, a MFM home tester, was awed by the fact that this model features an adjustable bassinet that can be used around the house. It also comes with the ability to rock manually. It was easy to assemble, and it came with a travel bag.<br /><br />Size<br /><br />Cots and cot beds differ in terms of size, with cots being smaller than cot beds. They also can be converted into toddler beds, whereas cot beds are generally only used up to three years old. There are two sizes of wooden cots, large and standard that can be converted into a toddler bed or a cot. Choosing the larger of the two is a good choice when you want your child to sleep in it until they reach approximately three.<br /><br />MFM mum home test Jasmine liked that this bedside cot was a little bigger than the Moses basket, but not too large for the space of her baby's. She claims that it is easy to get the baby in and out of the cot for night feedings or soothing and that it's quality is superior to others she has seen that are flimsy.<br /><br />Another home tester, Emily, likes how versatile the Maxi-Cosi Lora is it's a drop-off bassinet that can be moved around the home, and it's rocking too. It also has an option to tilt the reflux upwards and a machine-washable liner that breathes. It was also shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&amp;Baby awards for Best Cot Crib, Crib or Moses Basket. Unlike some International or European cot brands, the Lora can be fitted with South African cot mattresses so you don't have to buy another mattress as your baby grows. However, it will require an exclusive bedding set (60x120cm). Here's the ideal mattress for your cot.<br /><br />Height<br /><br />When you are choosing a cot for your bed, look for one that can be raised up to a level that is comfortable for you when feeding babies. It must also be lowered away from the way, so you can raise your baby towards you to feed them at night or comfort him. This feature is especially helpful when you're recovering from C-section. For example the Next2me and Tutti Bambini cots can be adjusted up to a height of 58cm while the Snuzpod 3 goes up to 63cm, and the Knuma Huddle up to 70cm.<br /><br />Another thing to consider 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 children from their standard Moses baskets when the base is at the lowest level and others prefer a higher height to give them more stability. The Joie Roomie Glide is a well-liked option and one of our mom testers stating that it has an easy-to-use collapsible side that you can press down at the touch of one button.<br /><br />Be aware that a bedside or bassinet device should only be used when your baby is able to hold his head without assistance, which is typically about 6 months old. This is due to the possibility of suffocation. You should also be aware that if your child is old enough to turn the bedside sleeper into a cot, they must remove the sides once they are ready to do so. This will stop them from getting out or falling out of bed.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.cots4tots.co.uk/categories/bedside-cot-beds">cots4tots.co.uk</a><br /><br />There are a variety of bedside crib with a range of styles from simple to luxurious. Some of the most luxurious options include features such as a built-in light and a soothing center that plays music and sounds and has two levels that help to soothe your baby back to sleep, or an adjustable footrest that makes it easier for you to reach your child when you need to feed them. There are also models that can be transformed into the form of a toddler bed or cot bed (or both) ideal for when your child is ready to transition to a larger bed.<br /><br />The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air for instance has won Bronze at the 2021 Mother&amp;Baby Awards for the Best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib category. It is a swivelling base that allows you to take your baby to the crib and move them to the other side of the crib without getting out of the bed. This is ideal for new mothers who are recovering from Caesareans or who require bed for longer durations of time. Jasmine, a MFM mom who tried this product at home, said that it was easy to use and made it easier for her to reach her baby - especially after having a c-section.<br /><br />Chicco Next2me Magic is another alternative. It was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&amp;Baby Awards to be the Best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib. It is machine washable and comes with a interior, reflux incline, and a rocking feature. It's slightly larger than other cribs for bed we've tested but it folds flat into its travel bag, so it is relatively compact when not in use.<br /><br />Leya, MFM mum home tester, also praised the bedside crib's functionality. She said it was designed for parents and infants. It is easy to move and super-sturdy. Its swivelling base is fantastic as it means you can 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 their c-sections,' she said.<br /><br />Safety<br /><br />The most important safety characteristic of a bedside cot is that it can be easily adjusted or moved to allow parents to reach their baby when they require to feed them, soothe them or change their nappy. This makes it ideal for new mothers who may still be recovering from a C-section. You should look for a design which allows you to lower the sides of the bed with a simple button press. This will allow you to easily lift your child without having to get out of bed. This is particularly important as your baby gets older and becomes more mobile. Avoid adding anything that could increase the risk of injury or suffocation like duvets and pillows, which can cause your baby to overheat.<br /><br />The NPR of the CPSC NPR includes 24 incidents that are attributed to product-related issues that include gaps between the bedside sleeper (adult bed) and the bedside sleeper (12 incidents) and enclosed openings with fabric sides (11) and consumer disassembly (6 incidents).<br /><br />In its NPR in its NPR, the CPSC considered the possibility of additional requirements for sleepers in bed, such as the requirement that these products meet the minimum side height requirement for bassinets or at a minimum, meet the maximum height requirement for the lowered side rail. The CPSC decided, however, that these requirements weren't efficient or effective in reducing the number of instances in which infants are trapped between the bedside rail and an adult bed.<br /><br />A majority of the incidents reported in the NPR included multi-use bedside sleepers which can be converted to different modes like play yards and bassinets. Many commenters suggested that the CPSC include a different clause to the proposed rule for multi-use bedside sleepers which would permit them to meet the minimum side height requirements for bassinets by using a removable attachment. Attachments can be permanently connected or removed when the product is not being used as a bassinet for babies.<br /><br />The CPSC is reviewing these comments as well as other submissions received in response to the NPR regarding bedside sleeping. The Commission will consider these comments when deciding on the final rule that is expected to be released in November 2021.<br /><br />