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Transitioning From Moses Basket to Co-Sleeper With the help of a bedside crib or a co-sleeper, your baby can be comfortable next to your bed. Many come with extra features, such as rockers and music. The Shnuggle Air comes with a mattress for a cot and a conversion kit, which transforms your child's safe and cosy sleeping space into a chic cot. Our mom testers were thrilled with this innovative feature. Sleeping bag Baby sleeping bags offer the same level of comfort for babies as a bedding wrap without any of the dangers associated with blankets. They are a great choice for parents who are looking to transition their baby from the Moses basket to a bedside or cot crib. The sleep sacks are created with safety in mind and adhere to strict European standards. They also permit parents to play with their child throughout the night, encouraging bonds and closeness. This is important for promoting healthy sleep patterns and the formation of essential brain connections. Most experts agree that a bedside crib is the safest place for your baby's sleep. It is important to keep in your mind that your baby will be more mobile after six months. They will want to roll, crawl and then sit up during the night and during naps. This makes it more important to move your baby from the moses basket to an appropriate cot at the right time for them. Babies who have reached this milestone are usually at a point where they can move from their moses basket to a cot or cradle at around 4 months of age, but this will depend on the individual child. When your baby is ready, they might start to roll over while sleeping, push up their arms while lying flat on their stomach and then become uncomfortable in their bassinet. It is important to select a well-fitting sleeping bag that is not too tight or loose. It is crucial to select the right tog to suit your baby's body temperature. You can also change it when the weather changes. Keep blankets tucked in since they could block the baby's breathing and cause overheated. After your baby is settled into their cot, make sure they are not too near any heat sources such as radiators or windows that receive direct sunlight. Make sure that all baby monitors and curtains cables are away from reach. Remember that your child is less able than you to regulate your body temperature, which means they are more susceptible to overheating. Blankets Baby blankets make a lovely addition to any crib or cot. It's only natural that new parents would want to wrap their child with a cozy blanket before going to bed. It is not recommended to use a blanket as a crib cover. This could increase the risk for SIDS, suffocation or even entrapment. The best solution is a fitted sheet that covers your mattress. A blanket can be added as a cover, but should never be used to cover the face of the baby and should be able to move around enough to allow airflow. Many infants drown when wrapped in soft bedding such as blankets, pillows and toys. The blanket can suffocate the baby in the event that it is too tight, or if it blocks the baby's breathing. It can also happen when the blanket becomes tangled in the corners of the crib. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) suggests waiting until your baby is at 1 year old before they use a blanket in the crib or bassinet. Research has proven that blankets increase the risk of SIDS for infants and newborns when they sleep on their backs. The AAP suggests avoiding crib bumpers and pillows, and sheepskin blankets and toys that are stuffed inside the crib. These items can increase the risk of suffocation. You can use blankets to cover your convertible cot for warmth. However, you should always make sure that the blanket is secured to prevent it from becoming loose. You can also use swaddles or sleep sacks to keep your child warm at night. Another alternative is a portable bedside crib, which attaches securely to the side of the parent's bed for seamless transition from sleeper to toddler bed. This type crib is able to be easily transported between rooms due to its light weight and portable. Many cribs come with a kit that allows you to transform the crib into a cot as your child is growing. If you're shopping for a portable crib ensure you select one that meets the current British or European safety standards. Cuddles A bedside crib is an excellent method to keep baby close throughout the night without needing to get out of bed for feeding. They are a great choice for mums recovering from c-section who require the ability to reach baby quickly, and they are also great at helping babies become independent while remaining close to their parents. It's important that you choose a crib that is suitable for your bed. Look for a crib with safety straps and harnesses that are able to be secured. Make sure bedside cot newborn are able to check the height the crib is compatible with, as some cribs won't fit when you have a tall bed frame. Certain cribs have additional features, like the reflux slope or storage shelf. However, these are not necessary if you want the simplest solution. You can also choose a crib with an adjustable base that allows you to move the baby around the bedroom easily. This is ideal for those who have the space that is small or difficult to maneuver. It is also important to think about how portable the crib will be. Do you need it to easily move from one place to another, or can it fold down to transform into a bigger baby cot or moses basket? Cuddle cots are also an increasingly popular choice, because they provide a different option to sleeping bags and can aid in staying in the same room with your baby during their first few months of life. This is particularly helpful if you have trouble sleeping or have a post-natal depressive disorder. Charlotte Szakacs and her husband Attila were devastated when their daughter Evlyn, who was born with an uncommon chromosomal condition, passed away four weeks after her birth. However, they were able to spend 16 days in their cuddle sleeping. The couple recorded the time they spent with Evlyn on Instagram. This was a huge comfort for the family. Baby steps It's time to move up. It's at this point that they'll transition from a crib with a co-sleeper, to a standalone crib. This can be a difficult task for many parents. With a little planning, the transition will be smooth. A bedside crib is a specifically designed for infants that allows babies to rest comfortably in their parents' beds. Sometimes, it is referred to as a co-sleeper crib or side sleeping bassinet the crib is attached to a parent's mattress so they can easily reach their baby during the night without needing to get out of bed. Official safe sleeping guidance from the Lullaby Trust and NHS recommends that your infant is in the same room as you for the first six months, but not in your bed because of the danger of overheating and suffocation. A bedside crib is an ideal and safe alternative to let your child sleep in the same bed as you. This will ensure you an easier sleep. The ideal bedside crib is strong, well-constructed and has a sturdy mattress. A design that is breathable is ideal so that your baby doesn't overheat and remain comfortable throughout the night. It is also important to ensure that the crib you choose matches your bed's style. For instance, some cribs are compatible with divan beds, while others are compatible with standard frames. Many experts suggest the use of a crib during awake times throughout the day, too so your baby becomes familiar with their new sleep space. During these times, you can put your baby in their crib for brief periods of time while you are in the room. This will allow them to get used to the feel of their crib even when they are still awake, which will make the transition to sleeping in it much simpler for both of you. Mum tester Jasmine loved that this bedside crib has a storage area under it. This is great to store extra blankets and nappies. She also noted that it was the ideal size. It's bigger than the standard Moses baskets, but not so big as other full-sized cradles.