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Transitioning From Moses Basket to Co-Sleeper With a crib that is placed at your bedside or a co-sleeper, your baby can sleep comfortably close to your bed. Many come with additional features, such as 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 and cosy sleeping space into a stylish cot. Our mom testers loved this innovative feature. Sleeping baby bedside cot sleeping bags offer the same level of comfort as a blanket but without the risks. They are a great option for parents who are trying to transition their child from the Moses basket to a cot or bedside crib. The sleep sacks are made with safety and strict European standards in mind. The sleep sacks allow parents to interact and connect with their children throughout the night. This is crucial for promoting healthy sleeping patterns and the development of brain connections. Experts believe that a crib near your bed is the best option for your baby. It's important to keep in your mind that your baby will be more mobile after six months. This means they'll likely want to roll or crawl, and then sit up during their naps and at night. This makes it more important to transfer your baby from the moses basket to a cot at the right time for them. At around four months, babies who have reached this age will be able to move out of their moses baskets and into a cradle/cot. But, it all is dependent on the child. When your baby is ready, they might begin to roll over while sleeping, or raise their arms when lying flat on their stomach and may become uncomfortable in their bassinet. It's important to choose an appropriate sleeping bag that's not too tight or too loose. It is essential to select the appropriate tog for your baby's body temperature. You can also alter it when the weather changes. Also, make sure to keep any blankets tucked away because they could obstruct your baby's breathing and cause excessive heat. Once your baby is settled in their cot, make sure they're not close to any heat sources, like radiators or windows that receive direct sunlight. Make sure that all curtains and baby monitor cables are away from reach. Be aware that your child is less capable than you to regulate your body temperature, and they are more susceptible to overheating. Blankets Baby blankets are a cute accessory to any bedside crib or cot and it's common for parents who are new to cover their little one with a cozy blanket when they go to sleep. It is not recommended to use a blanket for an infant cover. This could increase the risk for SIDS, suffocation or even entrapment. The best choice is a fitted sheet that covers your mattress. A blanket is a good option as a cover, but should never be used to cover the baby's face. It should be loos enough to allow airflow. Many cases of accidental suffocation in infants involve soft bedding such as blankets, pillows, and toys. The blanket can suffocate the baby if it is too tight or if it restricts 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 blankets in the bassinet or crib. This is because research has found that blankets increase the risk of SIDS in infants and newborns particularly when they are positioned on their backs while they sleep. The AAP suggests that you stay clear of crib bumpers and pillows, as well as sheepskin blankets and stuffed toys in the crib. These items could increase the risk of suffocation. You can use blankets to cover your convertible or convertible-to divan cot to provide warmth. But, you must make sure that the blanket is secured to prevent it from becoming loose. Swaddles or sleep sacks to keep your child warm during the night. Another alternative is a portable bedside crib, which attaches securely to the side of the parent's bed to provide a seamless transition from toddler to sleeper bed. This type of crib can be easily moved from room to room due to its light weight and portable. A majority of cribs come with a kit that permits you to turn the crib into a cot as your child grows. When you are looking for a portable cot, make sure that it meets the current British or European safety standard. Cuddles A crib that is placed near your bed allows you to keep your baby close to you all night long without having to get up to feed them. These cribs are a great choice for mothers who just had a c-section and need to be able reach their baby. They also help babies get used to their own space while being close to parents. It's important that you choose a crib that is suitable for your bed. Choose a crib with safety straps and harnesses that are able to be securely clipped to. Make sure you are able to check the height the crib is compatible with, because some cribs aren't suitable with a high bed frame. Some cribs also have additional features like a reflux incline or a storage shelves, but they're not important if you're trying to find the simplest solution. You may also opt for one with a swivel-base, which allows you to move the baby easily around the room. This is ideal when you have a small or awkward space. It is also important to consider how mobile the crib will be. Do you want it to easily move from one place to another, or could it detach and/or fold flat to make it a larger moses basket or baby cot? Cuddle cots are also becoming increasingly popular as an alternative to sleeping bag. They allow you to remain in the same bedroom as your infant for the first few months of life. This is especially beneficial for those who have trouble sleeping or have a post-natal depressive disorder. Charlotte Szakacs and her husband Attila were devastated when their daughter Evlyn was born with a rare chromosomal disorder died four weeks later. However, they were able to spend 16 wonderful days in their cuddle in their bed. The couple documented the time they spent with her on Instagram. This was a great comfort to the family. Baby Steps When you've successfully helped your child to sleep through the night in their bedside crib it's time to think about an upgrade. It's at this point that they will move from a co-sleeper to an independent crib. This is a daunting task for a lot of parents. With some planning, the transition could be effortless. A bedside crib is a specially designed baby sleeping solution that allows babies to rest comfortably in their parents in their beds. The crib, also referred to as a co-sleeper or side sleeping bassinet attaches to the bed of a parent to allow parents to reach their child during the middle of the night without having to get out of the bed. Official guidelines for safe sleep from the Lullaby Trust and NHS recommends that your infant sleeps in the same room as you for the first six months but not in your bed due to the possibility of suffocation and overheating. A bedside crib is a safe and convenient alternative to sleeping with your baby in the same space as you, ensuring you a better night's sleep. The ideal crib for bed is strong, well-constructed and has a sturdy mattress. A design that is breathable is ideal so that your baby doesn't overheat and will be at ease throughout the night. You should also make sure that the crib you choose matches the style of your bed. For instance, some cribs are compatible with divan beds and others with standard frames. Many experts suggest using a crib for awake times during the day too to help your baby become familiar with their new sleep space. During these times, you can place your child in their crib for brief periods of time when you are in the room. This will allow them to get used to the crib even if they're still awake. This will make the transition from sleeping in the crib much easier for you and your baby. Mum tester Jasmine said she was awed by the feature that this particular crib with a bedside has an under-bed storage space which is ideal to store blankets and nappies. She also said that it was the ideal size. It's bigger than standard Moses baskets, but not so big as other full-sized cradles.