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Bedside CosleeperA bedside cosleeper attaches to your adult bed. It's safe, so long as you comply with the CSPC safety guidelines for infant sleeping spaces.newborn bedside cot are similar to crib bedding standards. You can read more about these guidelines here. The most important aspects to consider when choosing the best bedside sleeper are Safety as well as comfort and convenience.SafetyIn line with the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation that infants are in the same room as their parents, cosleeping (a practice also referred to as bed-sharing) has gained popularity among many expecting and new parents. The Academy notes that room-sharing is more secure than sleeping with babies in the same bed since it reduces instances of Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy, or SIDS. While the AAP does not recommend bed sharing, it does recommend that co-sleeping be done on a separate sleeping surface to reduce the risk of SIDS. This is why the introduction of the bedside cosleeper was so crucial for many families.A bedside cosleeper is attached to a bed frame that is suitable for adults. It's similar to a crib sleeper. The bedside cosleeper allows parents to keep an eye on their baby and allows them the option of sleeping in their own bed. The best cosleepers are built using high-quality materials and adhere to strict safety standards. Be sure to look for the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) stamp of approval, which confirms rigorous product testing and quality control, to ensure your child's safe cosleeping experience.The safety of a cosleeper is dependent on several aspects. This includes how it's set up and secured onto the mattress of the parent. If the bedside cosleeper isn't connected to the parent's bed in a way that prevents the gaps and spaces where an infant can become trapped, it could be an hazard of suffocation. It is important that the attachment system of a bedside cosleeper be tested to ensure that it can withstand the forces that may be applied in use, such as a parent rolling onto and off the sleeper, or a 25-lb. horizontal force applied to the attachment system or the corners of the bedside cosleeper.The voluntary standard for bedside sleepers incorporates by reference the federal consumer safety standard for bassinets and cradles (16 CFR part 1218) and includes requirements for the performance of enclosed openings made of fabric. The standard's requirements for mandatory compliance tackle the issue of neck and head imprisonment by requiring that after the application, release 50 lbs. horizontal force in the vicinity of the attachment system and the corners of the bedside sleeper, an opening greater than 1.0 in. must not be created. ASTM's electronic Reading Room offers read-only versions of the standard.ConvenienceMany parents avoid cosleeping because they fear being suffocated or SIDS or because it is a "Ferberization" which requires children to sleep on their own. However, anthropologists have observed for a long time that many mammals, primates and people from other cultures sleep frequently. This is due to the fact that babies are soothed when they hear their mother's voice, and can also learn to self-soothe.The best bedside sleepers come with a smart design that attaches to the sides of any bed and pivots to allow ease of access to feedings in the middle of the night or diaper changes. Find one with adjustable feet that retract to accommodate different mattress sizes and a huge storage compartment for all the necessities for your baby.Pick a bedside crib that can fit in with standard crib bedding to be used safely as your child grows. You might also consider a convertible model that could transform into a play yard or deeper bassinet for a long time of use, and folds up easily to travel.PortabilityBased on the dimensions of your bedroom, a bedside cosleeper with wheels and/or a lightweight base could be more convenient to move around your home than one that has an imposing wood frame or massive base. The babybay bedside sleeper, HALO bassiNest essencetia, as well as Snoo Smart Sleeper are all movable. They have adjustable feet that can be retracted to accommodate platforms and legs that fold up to allow maximum proximity to the mattress; 100 mesh sidewalls that allow ventilation without covering the baby's nose or mouth.The Arm's Reach Clear-Vue is a top choice that adjusts in 1" increments to fit in most adult beds. It can also function as a portable bassinet. It also swivels to allow easy access to your baby so you can comfort, nurse or check on her at night.