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Choosing cotsfortots (also known as co-sleepers or bassinets) are designed to let parents rest with their baby at night without risk of SIDS. They are only recommended up to 6 months old, at which point your baby will be ready to transition to an actual bed. Mehack, a MFM home tester, was awed by the feature that this model comes with an adjustable bassinet that can be used all around the house. It also features the ability to rock manually. It was also easy to assemble and came in its own travel bag for easy storage. Size Cots are smaller than cots. They are less than. Cots can also convert into toddler beds. However, cots are usually only used by children up to the age of three. If you're looking for a wooden cot, you'll find two sizes available that are large and standard both of which convert into a cot bed/toddler bed. The larger of the two is a good choice if you want your child to sleep in it until they reach approximately three. Jasmine, an MFM mom who tried the product at home, said she liked that it was slightly larger than the typical Moses' basket but still not too big for the room of her baby. She says it's easy to lift her baby in and out for feeding or soothing, and that the quality is great, compared with many she's seen that feel flimsy. Another home-based tester, Emily, likes how the Maxi-Cosi is a versatile product – it's a lift-off bassinet that can be moved 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 for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Moses Basket category. Unlike some International or European cot brands The Lora can fit South African cot mattresses so you don't need to purchase another mattress as your baby grows. It does require a special bedding set (60x120cm). You can find the perfect mattress for your cot here. Height When selecting a bedside crib, choose one that can be adjusted to a suitable height for you. It should also be able to be lower out of the way, so you can raise your baby to feed them at night or to soothe him. This is especially useful if you're recovering from C-section. The Next2me cot and the Tutti Bambini can be adjusted to the 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 cot's base to be. Some moms find it is easier to lift their children from their standard Moses baskets when the base is situated at the lowest level, while some prefer a higher level to provide them with more stability. One of our mum testers said that the Joie Roomie Glide was a popular option. It is an easy-to-fold side that which you can use to push of one button. Be aware that a bedside or bassinet should only be used until your baby can hold their head without assistance typically around 6 months. This is due to the danger of being suffocated. It's also important to note that if you select a bassinet/bedside sleeper that can be converted into a crib, you will need to begin removing the sides once your child is ready for this to ensure that they don't climb out or get out of the bed. Design There are many styles of bedside cribs, from basic to lavish. Some of the more luxurious options include features like a built-in light or a center of calm which plays music and sounds and has two levels that help to soothe your baby back to sleep. Another option is a swivelling footrest that makes it easier for you to reach your child in order to feed them. There are also models which can be made into a cot bed or toddler bed (or both) which is ideal when your child is ready to transition to their own bigger bed. The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air for instance has won Bronze at the 2021 Mother and Baby Awards for the Best Cot, Moses Basket or Crib category. It has a swivelling bottom that lets you take your baby to the crib and move them to the opposite side of the crib without getting out of the bed. This makes it perfect for mothers who are recovering from Caesareans or who need to stay in the bed for extended periods of time. MFM mom home tester Jasmine was awed by this feature, saying that it was simple to use and made her baby much more manageable especially after a c-section. Another option is the Chicco Next2me Magic, which won Gold at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for the Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket. It also includes an easy-to-clean liner, reflux incline, and rocking feature. It's bigger than the other cribs for bed that we've tested, however it folds up into its bag for travel, making it compact when not in use. MFM mom home test Leya loved the practicality of this bedside crib explaining how it was designed with parents and babies in mind. It is easy to move and super-sturdy. She said that the bassinet's pivoting base was a great idea because it let you move it from side to side. One of its sides could be lowered to facilitate access, especially for new mums recovering from c-sections. Safety A bedside cot that is large and spacious's most important security characteristic is the fact that it can easily be adjusted or moved so that parents can reach their baby to feed, comfort or change his or their nappy. This makes it perfect for mothers who are recovering from the C-section. Find a model that allows you to lower one side at the press of a button, so you can easily lift your baby without having to get out of bed. This is particularly important as your baby grows older and becomes more mobile. It is also important to be careful not to add anything to the crib that increases the chance of suffocation or injury, including pillows and duvets. These can cause babies to overheat. 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) and enclosed openings with fabric sides (11 incidents) as well as consumer misassembly, or missing parts (6 incidents); and miscellaneous other product-related issues (9 incidents). In its NPR the CPSC considered the possibility of introducing additional requirements to bedside sleepers. For instance, these products would have to meet the minimum side height requirements for bassinets or at least the maximum height requirements for the rail that is lowered. The CPSC decided, however, that these requirements weren't practical or effective in reducing number of incidents where infants are entrapped by a bedside rail and an adult bed. A majority of the incidents mentioned in the NPR concerned multi-use bedside sleepers that can be transformed into other types of equipment, like play yards or bassinets. Several commenters suggested that the CPSC include in the proposed rule an alternative provision for multiuse bedside sleepers to allow them to meet the minimum side-height requirements for bassinets using a removable attachment that can be connected permanently or removed when the product is not being used as the bassinet. The CPSC is currently reviewing these comments and others received in response to the NPR on bedside sleeping. The Commission will be examining these comments when it votes on the final rule, which is expected to be released in the month of November 2021.