Bedside Cosleeper

A bedside cosleeper is a bassinet which is attached to the side of your adult bed. As long as you adhere to the CSPC guidelines for sleeping spaces for infants, it's safe.

These guidelines are similar to the crib bedding standards. Read more about the guidelines here. When choosing a bedside sleeping device safety, comfort, and ease of use are the primary factors to consider.

Safety

In keeping with the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation that infants sleep in the same bed as their parents, cosleeping (a method that is sometimes referred to as bed-sharing) has become popular among many expecting and new parents. The Academy recommends that room-sharing with a baby is less risky than sleeping in the same bed with parents, as it reduces the risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SIDS). While the AAP discourages bed-sharing, it does recommend that cosleeping be done on a separate sleep surface to limit the risk of SIDS. This is the reason why the creation of the bedside cosleeper was important to many families.

A travel bedside crib cosleeper can be described as a crib-like sleeper that is attached to an adult bed frame. The wooden bedside cot cosleeper allows parents to monitor their little one and allows them the ability to move around in a bed while keeping their baby close to them. The most reliable cosleepers meet strict safety standards and are built using durable, high-quality materials. Check for the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) stamp of approval, which demonstrates rigorous testing of the product and quality control, to ensure your child's safety cosleeping experience.

The security of a cosleeper for the bed depends on several factors such as the way it is set up and connected to the parent's bed. It is essential that the bedside co sleeper cosleeper is connected to the mattress of the parent in a manner that prevents gaps and spaces, in which the infant may be trapped. This can pose an entrapment risk. It is important that the attachment system of a bedside sleeper be tested to verify it can withstand the force that might be imposed in the course of use, for example, parents rolling onto and off the sleeper, or a 25-lb. The attachment system or the corners on the bedside cosleeper should be tested against an upward force.

The standard that is voluntary for bedside beds incorporates by reference to the federal consumer safety standard for products such as bassinets and cradles (16 CFR part 1218), which includes requirements for performance for enclosed openings made of fabric. The standard's requirements for mandatory compliance deal with the risk of neck and head imprisonment by requiring that after application, and release a 50-lb. The standard also states that after the application and release of 50-lb. cannot be created. ASTM's electronic Reading Room offers read-only versions of the standard.

Convenience

Many parents are reluctant to cosleep because they are afraid of being suffocated or SIDS, or because it's a "Ferberization" that forces children to sleep alone. Anthropologists have noticed for a long time that many mammals, primates and people from other cultures sleep regularly. This could be due to the fact that infants are soothed by the familiar voice of their mother, and it can also help them learn to self-soothe.

The best bedside sleepers come with a smart design that attaches to the side of a bed and pivots to allow easy access for feedings during the night or diaper changes. Look for a model with adjustable feet that retract to accommodate different mattress sizes. It should also come with a large storage area for everything your baby needs.

Choose a bedside sleeper that is compatible with standard crib bedding, so it will be safe to use as your child grows. Think about a model that's convertible and can be used as a play area, or a deeper bassinet. It can last for many years.

Portability

Based on the dimensions of your bedroom, a bedside sleeper with wheels and/or a light base could be more convenient to move around your home than one with a heavy wood frame or large base. The babybay bedside cot crib co sleeper bedside cot, HALO BassiNest Essentia and Snoo Smart Sleeper all come with great portability features: adjustable feet retract to accommodate platforms; legs fold inward for maximum closeness to the mattress and sides made of 100% mesh to allow for ventilation without any material covering baby bedside cot's nose or mouth.

The Arm's Reach Clear-Vue is a popular option that adjusts in 1" increments to fit in most adult beds. It can also function as an portable bassinet. It also rotates, allowing the baby to be easily accessible so that you can soothe and nurse her or check on her during the night.