Transitioning From Moses Basket to Co-Sleeper
A bedside crib, also known as a co-sleeper, lets your baby sleep in a safe place near your bed. Many come with extra features like rockers, music, and night lights.
The Shnuggle Air comes with a mattress for a cot and a conversion kit, which transforms your child's safe, comfortable sleeping area into an elegant cot. This innovative feature was well-loved by our mom testers.
Sleeping bag
Baby sleeping bags provide the same comfort to infants as a blanket without the dangers associated with blankets. These bags are a great option for parents who are looking to transition from an Moses basket to cribs or cots. The sleep sacks are designed with safety and strict European standards in mind. They also permit parents to engage with their infant throughout the night, which helps to foster bonds and closeness. This is essential for promoting healthy sleeping patterns and developing brain connections.
Most experts agree that a bedside crib is the safest place for your baby to sleep. It's important to keep in the mind that your baby becomes more mobile after six months. This means that they'll likely want to roll over and crawl before eventually sitting up during naps as well as at night. This makes it more important to move your baby from their moses basket to an appropriate cot at the right time for them.
Babies who have reached this stage are typically ready to transition from their moses baskets to a cot or cradle at around four months of age, but this will vary based on the individual child. When your baby is ready, they could start to roll over while sleeping, and raise their arms while lying on their stomachs and become uncomfortable in their bassinet.
It is crucial to select a sleeping bag that fits well and is not too tight or loose. It is essential to select the right tog to suit your baby's body temperature. You can also change it when the weather changes. Also, be sure to keep all blankets in a safe place since they can block your baby's breathing and lead to excessive heat.
When your baby is settled in their cot, make sure that they're not close to any heat sources like radiators or sunny windows. Make sure that all curtains and baby monitor cables are away from reach. Be aware that your baby isn't as able to regulate their temperature than you, therefore they are more prone to overheating.
Blankets
Baby blankets make a great accessory to any cot or bedside table, and it's natural for parents who are new to cover their child with a soft blanket when they lay them down to sleep. However the use of blankets in a crib isn't safe for infants and could increase the danger of SIDS, suffocation, or the possibility of entrapment. The best choice is a fitted sheet that covers your mattress. A blanket can be used as a top layer but should never cover the baby's face and should be loose enough to allow airflow.
Many instances of accidental suffocation among infants involve soft bedding such as blankets, pillows, and toys. The blanket can suffocate the baby when it is too tight or if it blocks the baby's breathing. This can also happen when the blanket becomes tangled in the corners of the crib.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends waiting until your baby is at 1 year old before they use a blanket in the crib or bassinet. This is because research has found that blankets increase the risk of SIDS for infants and newborns especially when they are placed on their backs for sleep. The AAP recommends that you avoid crib bumpers and pillows, as well as sheepskin blankets and toys that are stuffed in the crib. These items increase the risk of suffocation.
You can use blankets to cover your convertible cot to provide warmth. However, large bedside cot should always ensure that the blanket is tucked in to avoid it becoming loose. You can also use swaddles or sleep bags to keep your child warm during the night.
Another alternative is a portable bedside crib, which is attached securely to the side of the parent's mattress for seamless transition from toddler to sleeper bed. This type of crib is lightweight and portable, making it easy to move between rooms. Many also come with a conversion kit so that you can transform the crib to a standalone cot as your child develops. When shopping for a portable cot ensure that it meets the current British or European safety standard.
Cuddles
A bedside crib is an excellent way to keep baby close all night long without having to get out of bed to feed. They are a great choice for mothers recovering from a csection who need to be able to reach baby easily, and are also excellent at helping babies to begin to get used to their own space while remaining close to their parents.
When picking a crib it is important to choose one that's compatible with your bed - look for one with safety straps or harnesses to securely attach to your bed. Double-check the height compatibility of your crib because some cribs aren't suitable with a high bed frame. Some cribs have additional features, like the reflux slope or storage shelf. But, they're not essential if you want the most simple solution.
You can also choose a crib with an adjustable base that allows you to move the baby easily around the room. This is a great option when you have a small or awkward space. Also, you'll need think about how mobile the crib is - do you want it to be easy to move from room room, or can it fold flat and/or detach to be a moses basket, or an older baby cot?
Cuddle cots have also become more popular as an alternative to sleeping bag. They let you stay in the same bedroom as your baby for the first few weeks of life. This is especially helpful if you're struggling to sleep or are suffering from post-natal depression. Charlotte Szakacs and her husband Attila were devastated when their daughter Evlyn who was born with a rare chromosomal disorder passed away just four weeks later. But they were able spend 16 wonderful days snuggling in their sleeping. The couple posted their time with her on Instagram, which was a huge relief to the rest of the family.
Baby steps
After you've helped your child sleep through the night in their crib at night it's time to think about a step up. It's at this point that they will move from a crib with a co-sleeper, to a separate crib. This can be a difficult task for many parents. But, with thoughtful planning, the transition from Moses basket to cot could be a breeze.
A bedside crib is a specifically designed infant sleeping solution that allows babies to sleep safely in their parents bed. Often also called a co-sleeper crib or side sleeping bassinet, the crib is attached to a mattress of the parent to allow them to easily reach their child during the night without needing to leave the bed.
The Lullaby Trust, along with the NHS recommend that your baby sleeps in your bedroom for the first six-months. However it is not recommended that you allow your child to sleep in your bed because of the risk of suffocation or overheating. A bedside crib is an ideal and safe alternative to let your child sleep in the same bed as you. This will provide you with the best night's sleep.
The ideal bedside crib must be sturdy and well-made with an incredibly secure mattress. A breathable design is best to ensure that your child doesn't overheat and be relaxed throughout the night. It is also important to make sure that the crib is compatible with your bed style For instance, certain models work with divan beds while others work with standard frames.
Many experts recommend the use of a crib during awake times during the day to help your baby become comfortable with their new sleeping area. During these times you can put your baby in the crib for short intervals while you're in the room. This will help them adjust to the crib while they're still awake. This will make the transition from sleeping in the crib easier for both of you.
Mum tester Jasmine loved that the bedside crib has a storage space under it. This is perfect to store nappies and blankets. It's also the perfect size, stating that it's larger than the standard Moses baskets, but not as big as some large-sized cribs.