Choosing a Large Bedside Cot Bedside cots, also referred as co-sleepers and bassinets, are designed to let parents sleep close to their children at night, without the risk of SIDS. However they are only suggested for use until 6 months of age when your baby is required to move into a cot, or a moses basket. MFM home tester Mehack loved the fact that this model has a lift-off bassinet you can use throughout the house, as well as the ability to rock manually. It was simple to put together, and even came with a travel bag. Size Cots and cot beds differ in terms of size and size, with cots being a bit smaller than beds for cots. Cots can also be converted into toddler beds. However cots are generally intended for children who are the age of three. There are two sizes of wooden cots, large and standard - which can be converted into a toddler bed or a cot. The larger of the two is a good option for children who want to sleep in it until they are approximately three. MFM mom home test Jasmine loved that the bedside cot was a little bigger than a Moses basket but not too big for her baby's room. She says that it is easy to get the baby in and out of the cot for night feeds or for soothing, and that its quality is better than other cots she has seen that are cheap and flimsy. Another home-based tester, Emily, likes how versatile the Maxi-Cosi Lora is it's a drop-off bassinet that you can move around the home, and it's rocking too. It also has an option for inclining the reflux and a machine-washable liner that breathes. It was also shortlisted in the 2021 Mother&Baby awards for the Best Cot Crib, Crib or Moses Basket. In contrast to International or European cot brands Lora is a cot that Lora can be fitted with South African cot mattresses so you don't need to buy a new mattress as your baby grows. However, it requires an exclusive bedding set (60x120cm). You can find the right mattress for your cot here. Height When choosing a crib for your bed, choose one that can be adjusted to a suitable height for you. It must also be lowered out of the way, so you can raise your baby towards you to feed them at night or comfort him. This feature is particularly helpful in the event of recovering from a C section. For bedside cots , the Next2me and Tutti Bambini cots can be adjusted to an elevation of 58cm. 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 base of your cot to be. While some mums find it easier to lift their babies out of the standard Moses baskets at the lowest height, other mums prefer a higher base to give them more stability. The Joie Roomie Glide is a popular choice, with one of our mom testers stating that it comes with a simple collapsible side that is easy to use at the push of one button. Remember that a bassinet/bedside sleeping device should only be used when your baby is able to hold his head up without assistance, which is usually at around 6 months. This is because of the possibility of suffocation. It's also important to note that if you opt for a bassinet/bedside sleeper that can be converted into a crib, you will need to begin removing the sides once your child is able to do this to ensure that they don't climb out or fall out of bed. Design There are a variety of cribs for bedside use that range from basic to luxurious. Some of the more extravagant options include features like an integrated light or a center of calm that plays music and sound and comes with two levels to help ease your baby back to sleep, or an adjustable footrest that allows you to reach your child in order to feed them. You may also find some models which can be made into the form of a toddler bed or cot bed (or both) ideal for when your child is ready to transition to their own bigger bed. The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air, for example 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 having to get out of bed. This makes it ideal for new mothers who are recovering from Caesarean births or who require the bed for extended periods of time. MFM mum home tester Jasmine was awed by this feature, saying it was easy to use and made reaching her baby much easier particularly after her c-section. Chicco Next2me Magic is another alternative. It was awarded Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for the best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib. It is machine washable and comes with a interior, reflux incline, and rocking feature. It's bigger than other cribs we tested, but it folds into its travel bag to make it a small size when not in use. Leya, MFM mum home tester also praised the bedside crib's functionality. She claimed that it was designed to be used by parents and babies. 'It has an excellent design that is very maneuverable and is extremely sturdy. She also said that the bassinet's pivoting base was a great idea since it allowed you to move it from side to side. One of its sides could be lower to facilitate access, especially for new mums recovering from C-sections. Safety The most important safety characteristic of a bedside cot is that it can be easily moved up or down to allow parents to reach their baby when they need to feed them, soothe them or change their nappy. amazon bedside cot is why it's perfect for mothers who are still be recovering from a C-section. It is recommended to choose a design which allows you to lower the side of the bed by pressing a button. This allows you to raise your child without having to get out of bed. This is particularly important as your baby gets older and becomes more mobile. Beware of items that could increase the chance of suffocation or injury, like duvets and pillows that can cause your baby to overheat. The NPR of the CPSC NPR includes 24 incidents that are attributed to product-related issues like gaps between the bedside sleeper (adult bed) and the bedside sleeper (12 incidents), fabric-sided enclosed openings (11) and consumer assembly errors (6 incidents). In its NPR the CPSC examined the possibility of introducing additional requirements to bedside sleepers. For instance the products would need to meet the minimum side height requirements for bassinets or at the very least, the maximum height requirements for the rail that is lowered. However the CPSC determined that these requirements are not practical or effective in reducing the amount of instances in which infants were entrapped between a bedside sleeper and an adult bed. A majority of the incidents mentioned in the NPR focused on multi-use bedside sleepers which can be converted to other modes, such as play yards or bassinets. Several 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 requirement for bassinets using an attachment that can be permanently connected or disconnected when the item is not being used as an actual bassinet. The CPSC is reviewing these comments and others received in response to the NPR regarding bedside sleeping. The Commission will take into consideration these comments when deciding on the final rule which is expected to be issued in November of 2021.
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