The Best Bedside Cot For Newborns

A bedside crib is a bassinet-style crib that attaches to the mattress’s side. This allows you to reach your baby at night for a relaxed feeding. They are suitable from birth until approximately six months.

Official safe sleeping guidance from both the NHS and The Lullaby Trust recommends newborns sleep in a separate cot to parents’ beds to lower the chance of SIDS. The best cribs for bedside use allow for this.

1. Arm’s Reach Co-Sleeper and Clear-Vue

Co-sleeping was a new concept, a father-and-son team came together to form Arm’s Reach and came up with a design that would let parents comfortably sleep with their infants. It was the very first cot for bedside that allowed babies to sleep together without falling over or suffocating the mattress. The Clear-Vue is still in wide use and has a 25-year history and no reported deaths or injuries.

It is equipped with leg extensions to adjust to different mattress sizes and comes with an upholstered cover and sheet. The bassinet is designed for babies up to five months old or until they start pushing up on their hands and knees, whichever occurs first. The Co-Sleeper can be used as a stand-alone bassinet, or it can be attached to the bed of the parent using the included attachment strap and plate. It is simple to switch between both modes by pulling strings. However it is not able to conform to federal standards as an attached bed. Therefore, your baby should not be left alone.

McKenna was impressed by the Co-Sleeper’s accessibility, noting that it’s simple to lift the baby in and out of the bassinet for middle-of-the-night feedings or other care requirements from your bed. He also praised the safety of the Co-Sleeper as it meets all requirements for baby bassinets and cribs. It has been on the marketplace for decades and “about 1.5 million units have been sold” with no reports of infant accidents or deaths.

The Clear-Vue bedside cot was the easiest to access of the cots we evaluated. The swiveling sleeping space and adjustable height of Clear-Vue made it easy for you to reach your baby and provide comfort. The Clear-Vue does not have lower sidewalls, which require you to crouch or reach down to grab your baby.

The Clear-Vue is the only one of our top picks that doesn’t connect to a parent’s bed, but it came in close to being superior to other models that were intended to be attached to a bed for parents. It is sturdy and solid feel and plenty of storage space.

2. HALO Bassinest

The HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper is a unique bedside cot that rotates 360 degrees to keep baby close and make it easier for parents to get in and out of bed. It also has a lowering wall that lets moms take care of their babies without getting out of bed–a big plus for nursing mamas who need help tending to their infants in cluster feeding in the first few weeks and months after delivery.

The Bassinest has mesh walls on the sides that allow plenty of airflow. The Swivel feature is perfect for parents who want to watch their little one throughout the night. The ability to see the baby and keep them in close proximity can make a huge difference in the grumpy delirium that comes with new parenthood.

The model scored highly in the Convenience Assessment, which rates features that make it simple to use and clean. This is a must for anyone who has to deal with spit ups and diaper blowouts in the beginning of life. The Bassinest can be easily cleaned by water and is light. The mattress pad can also be washed. It has a side pouch for items like diapers and nipple lotion, which you’ll need during those sleepless early days of motherhood.

There are several models of the Bassinest which include a less expensive standard Essentia version that does not have any extra features and the more extravagant LUXE PLUS series that includes white noise and vibrations to help babies fall and remain asleep. Both models include a mattress pad, fitted sheet, and a huge storage caddy that is larger than the storage bags on other Bassinest models.

The LUXE Plus series comes with the ability to lower-wall lock, a stable and sturdy base that can be adjusted for most beds that are between 22″ and 34″, the floor lamp lets you see your baby during the day, and a removable storage bag that can hold extra bedding or supplies. It’s not ideal for travel due the size and weight, but the swivel feature is great to keep baby close while you’re at home.

3. Joie Roomie Glide

This co-sleeper by English brand Joie was designed to make the bond between parents and children a reality. It is more than just a crib. It allows you to sleep next to your child without sharing your bed. You can feed, soothe or hug your baby in the comfort of your own slumber and take pleasure in every second of the newborn stage.

The Joie Roomie Glide Cot is simple to use and clean. It’s ideal for parents who wish to sleep together with their baby. Its rounded cocoon-shaped design with softly padded side panels and double mesh windows allow you to monitor your baby’s sleep from the comfort of your sofa or bed. The sliding side panel lifts and lowers with just one hand, making it easy to answer those late night wake-up calls. The gliding motion gently soothes your baby into a peaceful slumber so you can get a good night’s sleep too.

The crib is equipped with a washable, fitted mattress that can be removed to make cleaning easier and an aluminum lightweight and sturdy frame for ease of movement. It comes with four locking wheels to help keep it in its place. It’s also covered with a rubber-coated fabric to avoid scratches on the floor.

One of the best features that is unique to the Roomie Glide is its adjustable height. You can adjust the legs to fit the height of your own couch or bed, so that it stays in perfect alignment with your infant’s mattress. This is particularly helpful if you’re breastfeeding as it lets you feed your baby close by without leaving your bed. The height reduces the risk of your child falling out of the crib.

Another useful feature is the built-in rocking feature that’s ideal for newborns. Two buttons on the side of the crib will trigger the baby’s body in a gentle way that’s soothing and comforting for your baby. You can choose a leisurely or vigorous pace, and the glide feature can be locked after your baby has fallen asleep.

The only drawback to the Roomie Glide cot is that it is not suitable for babies. You’ll need to upgrade your baby’s bed to a bigger cot when he or she is six months old (normally around the time they move into their own room). Roanna thought it was an excellent cot and would certainly recommend it.

4. Bjorn Cradle

The Bjorn Cradle is a fantastic option for parents who want an easy, stylish bedside cot. It’s minimalist in design that is attractive in any room and it’s easy to set up and use. Its low-height makes it an ideal choice for parents who want to monitor their baby while they sleep. This bassinet scored above the average in our Eco-Health Category because it contains no chemicals that can cause flames and also has a an extremely low amount of harmful materials. It is also certified by Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class I for baby items.

The BabyBjorn cradle is a compact, cozy cradle which soothes babies by gently rocking them. Parents can manually rock their baby, or the cradle can transform their own movements into gentle rocking. The cradle’s transparent mesh sides promote air circulation and allows parents to monitor their baby while they sleep.

In addition to its small size The cradle’s light weight makes it easy to move from room room. It is also easy to clean and can be machine-washed with the mattress pad and the designated sheet. It is essential to keep in mind that the cradle should never be used with any additional padding or comforter.

To reduce the risk of SIDS, it is crucial to practice secure sleeping habits in all sleeping areas. It is crucial to put your baby on their backs at every nap, and in the cradle. You should also put the cradle down when your baby starts pushing up on their hands or knees or reaches 8kg/18lbs.

Like all of our bassinets and cribs, the BabyBjorn cradle is made with safe materials for children that are tested to meet the latest safety standards. The manufacturer tests their products to make sure that they don’t contain toxic chemicals or substances that could harm your child. The fabric used in the cradle is made of cotton and polyester and is free of allergens which can cause irritation to the skin of your baby. The fabric also aids in air circulation and is hypoallergenic.