Guide To Large Bedside Cot: The Intermediate Guide On Large Bedside Cot

Choosing a Large Bedside Cot

Bedside cots, also known as bassinets and [Redirect-302] co-sleepers, are designed to allow parents to rest close to their babies at night without the danger of SIDS. However they are not recommended for use up to 6 months when your baby will need to move into a cot or moses basket.

MFM home tester Mehack loved that this model has an adjustable bassinet that you can use in the home and a manual rocking function. It was also simple to put together and came in its own travel bag for convenient storage.

Size

Cots and cot bedside beds vary in size in size, with cots smaller than beds for cots. Cots can also be converted into toddler beds. However they are typically used by children up to the age of three. If you're looking for a wooden cot, you'll find two sizes available - standard and large - both of which convert into a toddler bed or cot beds. If you wish for your child (or children) to be able to sleep in a bigger cot, it's an excellent idea to pick the larger one.

MFM mum home tester Jasmine was pleased that this bedside cot was a little bigger than the Moses basket, but not too large bedside crib for her baby's room. Jasmine says it's easy to get the baby into and out of the cot during evening feedings or to soothe and that it's quality is far superior to other cots she has seen that are less sturdy.

Another home-based tester, Emily, likes how the Maxi-Cosi is a versatile product - it's a lift-off bassinet that you can move around the home, and it's rocking too. It also has an incline of reflux as well as a machine washable liner that is breathable. It was also shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for best bedside cot Cot Crib, Crib or Moses Basket. The Lora is a perfect fit for a South African cot mattress unlike some international or European brands. This means that you don't have to purchase an entirely new mattress each time your baby grows. However, it will require a special bespoke bedding set (60x120cm). You can find the right mattress for your cot here.

Height

When selecting a cot for the bed, look for one that can be raised to a height that's comfortable for you when feeding the baby. It also needs to be able to be dropped down out of the way to allow you to lift your baby closer to you for feedings at night or for soothing. This is especially useful in the event of recovering from C-section. For example, the Next2me and Tutti Bambini cots can be adjusted up to the height of 58cm. the Snuzpod 3 goes up to 63cm, and the Knuma Huddle up to 70cm.

Another thing to think about is the height you would like to set for the base of your cot. Some moms find it is easier to lift their infants from their standard Moses baskets when the base is at the lowest level, while some prefer a higher level to provide them with more stability. One of our mom testers stated that the Joie Roomie Glide was a popular choice. It has an easily collapsible side that you can push at the touch the button.

Keep in mind that a bedside or bassinet should not be used until your baby is able to hold their head up unaided generally around 6 months. This is because of the possibility of inhaling suffocation. It's also important to note that if you opt for a bedside sleeper or bassinet that you 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 climb out or get out of bed.

Design

There are a variety of newborn bedside cot cribs, from simple to luxurious. Some of the most expensive options come with features like a built-in 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 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 move to a larger bed.

For instance the Tutti Bambini CoZee Air which was awarded Bronze in the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards for the Best Crib, Cot or Moses Basket category, has an adjustable base that allows you to take your baby and move them from one side of the crib to the other without having to get up. This is great for new mums recovering from Caesareans or who have to remain in bed for long periods of time. MFM mom home tester Jasmine was awed by this feature, stating that it was simple to use and made her baby easier particularly 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 [Redirect Only] Crib and has a machine-washable lining, reflux incline, and a rocking feature. It's bigger than other cribs for bed that we've tested, however it folds up into its travel bag to make it a small size when not in use.

Leya, MFM mum home tester also appreciated the bedside crib's function. She said it was designed to be used by parents and children. It has a great design that is extremely easy to manoeuvre and it is extremely sturdy. 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 lowered down to ease access especially for mothers who are recovering from c-sections,' she said.

Safety

A large bedside cot's main security feature is that it can easily be raised or lowered so parents can reach their child to feed, comfort or change his or her nappy. This means that it's ideal for new mothers who may still recovering from a C section. Find a model that allows you to lower one side at the push of a button. This way, you can easily lift your baby up without getting out of the bed. This is important, especially as your child grows and becomes more mobile. You'll also want to avoid adding anything to the crib that could increase the chance of suffocation, or injury, such as duvets and pillows, which could cause babies to become overheated.

The NPR of the CPSC's NPR included 24 incidents that were attributed to product problems, such as gaps between the bedside sleeper and the adult bed (12 incidents); fabric-sided enclosed openings (11 incidents); consumer misassembly or missing components (6 incidents) and miscellaneous other product-related issues (9 incidents).

In its NPR In its NPR, the CPSC considered the possibility of adding additional requirements for bedside sleepers, like the requirement that these beds satisfy the minimum side height requirement for bassinets or at a minimum, meet the maximum height requirement for the lowered side rail. The CPSC determined, however, that these requirements were not practical or effective in reducing the number of instances in which infants are trapped between the bedside rail and an adult bed.

A majority of the incidents mentioned in the NPR concerned multi-use bedside sleepers which can be converted into different types of furniture, like play yards or bassinets. Several commenters suggested the CPSC include a different clause to the proposed rule for bedside sleepers that are multi-use that would permit them to meet minimum side height requirements for bassinets using an attachment that is removable. The attachment can be permanently fixed or removed when the item is not being used as a baby bassinet.

The CPSC is currently reviewing these comments and others received in response to the NPR on bedside sleeping. The Commission will consider these comments when voting on the final rule, which is expected to be published in November 2021.