Bedside Cosleeper
A bedside cosleeper can be described as a bassinet that attaches to the side of your adult bed. It's safe, as long as you adhere to the CSPC safety guidelines for infant sleep spaces.
These guidelines are similar in many ways to crib bedding standards. Find out more about the guidelines here. When choosing bedside crib with changing table sleeping device safety, comfort, and convenience are the main aspects to take into consideration.
Safety
In keeping with the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation that infants are in the same room with their parents, cosleeping (a method that is sometimes referred to as bed-sharing) is becoming popular with a lot of new and expecting parents. The Academy recommends that room-sharing with a baby is less risky than sleeping in the same bed with a parent because it reduces the risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SIDS). The AAP does not advocate bed-sharing but it does suggest that co-sleeping on a separate sleeping surface is a good way to decrease the risk of SIDS. The creation of the bedside crib was essential for a number of families.
A bedside cosleeper can be described as a crib-like sleeper that attaches to an adult bed frame. The bedside cosleeper enables parents to easily keep an eye on their child and allows parents the freedom of an adult bed while keeping their child close to them. The most reliable cosleepers are made using high-quality materials and adhere to stringent safety standards. To ensure your child's safety ensure that you look for the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association stamp of approval. This proves that the product has been tested thoroughly and quality control.
The security of a cosleeper for the bed is contingent on a variety of factors, including the way it is set up and secured to the parent's bed. It is essential that the bedside cosleeper be attached to the parent's mattress in a way that does not create gaps and spaces, where the infant may be trapped. This could pose an entrapment risk. It is crucial that the attachment system of the bedside sleeper be tested to ensure that it can withstand forces that may be applied to it during use, like the parent rolling on and off the sleeper. The attachment system or corners of the bedside sleeper should be exposed to the horizontal force.
The standard that is voluntary for bedside beds incorporates by reference to the federal consumer safety standard for bassinets and cradles (16 CFR part 1218), which includes requirements for the performance of fabric-sided enclosed openings. The standard's requirements for mandatory compliance tackle the issue of head and neck imprisonment by requiring that after the application, release the 50-lb. horizontal force near the attachment system and the corners of the bedside sleeper, a gap larger than 1.0 in. It is not permitted to create a gap larger than 1.0 in. ASTM's electronic Reading Room offers read-only versions of the standard.
Convenience
Many parents avoid cosleeping because they are afraid of being suffocated or SIDS or because it is a "Ferberization" which requires children to sleep on their own. Anthropologists have observed for a long time that many primates, mammals and people from other cultures sleep often. This is because babies are soothed by hearing their mother's voice, and can also learn to self-soothe.
The top bedside sleepers have clever design that can be attached to the sides of any bed and swivels for easy access for feedings during the night or diaper changes. Look for a model with feet that can be adjusted to accommodate different mattress sizes. It should also come with ample storage space for all of your baby's essentials.
Choose a bedside sleeper which can fit in with standard crib bedding so that it can be used safely as your child grows. Consider a model that is convertible and can be used as a play area or a bassinet that is deeper. It will last for a long time.
Portability
Depending on the size of your bedroom, a bedside sleeping system with wheels and/or a lightweight base might be more convenient to move around your home than one with frames made of wood or a large base. The babybay Bedside Sleeper, HALO BassiNest Essentia and Snoo Smart Sleeper are all equipped with excellent portability features. Adjustable feet retract to accommodate platform beds and the legs fold inward to ensure maximum proximity to the mattress and a sidewalls made of 100% mesh that allow for ventilation without any material covering baby's mouth or nose.
The Arm's Reach ClearVue is an excellent option. It adjusts in 1" increments and can be used as a bassinet, or a portable bed. It also pivots to give you quick access to the baby to soothe her, feed her or check on them during the night.