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Bedside Cosleeper
A bedside cosleeper can be described as a bassinet that attaches to the side of your adult bed. As long as you adhere to the CSPC guidelines for infant sleeping spaces It's safe.
These guidelines are similar to the crib bedding standards. You can read more about these guidelines here. The most important factors to consider when selecting the right bedside sleeper are Safety as well as comfort and convenience.
Safety
In accordance 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 many new and expecting parents. The Academy notes that room-sharing is more secure than sleeping with an infant in the same bed because it decreases the risk of Sudden Unexpected Death in Infants (also known as SIDS). The AAP does not advocate bed-sharing but it does recommend that co-sleeping on an individual sleeping surface is a good option to decrease the risk of SIDS. The creation of the bedside crib was essential for a number of families.
A bedside cosleeper is a similar to a crib sleeper that is attached to an adult bed frame. The bedside cosleeper allows parents to monitor their little one and gives them the ability to move around in a bed while keeping their baby close by. The most reliable cosleepers are made with 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 crib is contingent on a variety of factors. It is dependent on the way it's put in place and secured to the mattress of the parent. If the bedside cosleeper is not attached to the parent's bed in a way that blocks the gaps and openings where an infant can become trapped, it could be a suffocation hazard. It is essential that the attachment system of a bedside cosleeper be tested to ensure that it can withstand the force that could be imposed during the use of it, like parents rolling onto and off of the sleeper or a 25-lb. horizontal force applied to the attachment system or to the corners of the bedside cosleeper.
The standard that is voluntary for bedside beds incorporates by reference to the federal consumer product safety standard for bassinets and cradles (16 CFR part 1218) and includes performance requirements for enclosed openings with a fabric-side. The standard's requirements for mandatory compliance deal with the risk of head and neck imprisonment by requiring that after application, and release a 50-lb. bedside crib travel requires that following the application and release of 50-lb. must not be created. ASTM's electronic Reading Room offers read-only versions of the standard.
Convenience
Many parents are reluctant to cosleep because they fear suffocation or SIDS or because it's a "Ferberization" which requires children to sleep on their own. However, anthropologists have noticed for a long time that many mammals, primates and people from other cultures sleep frequently. This is because babies are soothed by hearing their mother's voice, and may also learn to soothe themselves.
The best bedside sleepers have a clever design that attaches on the side of any mattress and can swivel so that you can easily access it for diaper changes or feedings in the middle of the night. Find a model with adjustable feet that retract to accommodate various mattress sizes. It should also include ample storage space for all the baby's necessities.
Select a bedside sleeper that is compatible with standard crib bedding, so it's safe to use as your child grows. Look for a model that is convertible and can be used as a play area, or a deeper bassinet. It can last for many years.
Portability
A bedside cosleeper with wheels or a light base is easier to move than one that has a heavy wooden frame or a substantial base. The babybay bedside sleeper HALO bassiNest essencetia, as well as Snoo Smart Sleeper are all portable. They come with feet that can be adjusted that can be retracted to accommodate platforms; legs that fold inwards so that they are in close proximity to the mattress; and 100 mesh sidewalls that allow airflow without covering baby's mouth or nose.
The Arm's Reach Clear-Vue is a popular option that adjusts in 1" increments to fit most adult beds and can also serve as a portable bassinet. It also swivels to allow for quick access to baby so you can comfort, nurse or check on her throughout the night.