SwaddleMe By Your Side Sleeper
Using the best co sleeper is a great way to sleep close to your baby without compromising safety. They are becoming very popular these days because they still follow NICE guidelines of postnatal care up to 8 weeks after birth. Co sleepers can either attach to your bed on even rest on your bed. They allow your baby to stay close to you but not in a separate cot. Co sleepers are recommended to prevent the accidental suffocation of your baby when sleep together. This is also known as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). They also make it convenient for moms or dads to reach the baby without having to get out of bed. Sometimes you just want to roll over to breastfeed your baby or change his or her diapers late at night. Co sleepers are nice, safe and comfortable for your baby. They are meant to replicate being inside a mother’s womb.
Normally, co sleepers have walls and make it difficult for the baby to slide out. Some even have a sliding gate that can come down so that you can have separate beds yet still sleep right next to your baby while still preventing him or her from rolling off. Because your baby is so close to you, you get to keep a vigilant eye on your baby at all times and to prevent dangerous situation from happening on the spot. The best co sleeper tends to be smaller and more portable than a crib or a basinet. Usually co sleepers can also be picked up with your baby in it and transported. They are also much more affordable. However, the trade-off is you don’t get to use co sleepers for that long. Of course, you can always save it for your next baby but the general useful life is probably one year or so. Afterwards, you will want to naturally transition your baby off to a bassinet or even a baby crib.
Best Co Sleeper Reviews
- SwaddleMe By Your Side Sleeper (Top Pick)
- Snuggle Me Organic
- The First years Close and Secure Sleeper
SwaddleMe By Your Side Sleeper
The SwaddleMe By Your Side Sleeper is the best co sleeper if you are looking for one with sturdy side walls. It is made of 100% polyester and has very sturdy mesh sidewalls. This mesh helps you get a clear view of the baby all while preventing your baby from rolling out of the co sleeper. Out of all of the co sleepers we have seen and tested, we think SwaddleMe has the strongest sidewall protection.
The mesh is sturdy but also soft to the touch. It is incredibly hard for your baby to break out of it unless he or she just grows too large. Also, with these mesh sides, air is better circulated and keeps your baby cool. This co sleeper includes a comfortable mattress pad and fitted sheets. The interior dimensions are about 30 inches by 14 inches, so plenty of space for an above average infant. Overall, the SwaddleMe By Your Side Sleeper is a great all around co sleeper that makes sidewall protection a priority. Rest assured that you won’t accidentally roll over on your baby with the tough mesh sidewalls enforced by a sturdy metal frame.
Snuggle Me Organic
If you want the best co sleeper that has won many awards and doubles as a lounger, you should look into the Snuggle Me Organic. First and foremost, this baby co sleeper is created with organic fleece, which feels extra soft and comfortable to the touch. Your baby will love this co sleeper. In terms of comfort levels, the Snuggle Me Organic is hands down the best we have seen out of all the brands out there. It was created to mimic the womb of a mother and has a portable cushion that can be used for many purposes, namely co sleeping, naps, and lounging on the couch.
Additionally, if you want, you can also turn it into a play mat, a baby carrier, a change station, and even a travel car seat. The reason this co sleeper is so popular is because there are so many uses for it besides co sleeping. Â It is truly a one product for all type of device. There is a reason why it is the number one recommended co sleeper by infant massage therapists and pediatric chiropractors. Also, the patented center sling is slightly raised pulls against the baby a bit giving him or her the feeling of being hugged.
This co sleeper also doubles as a swaddle blanket, which helps prevent the startle reflex and in turns wake your baby up in the middle of the night. The Snuggle Me is also carefully designed such that your baby’s legs are draped over the bottom instead of fitted in the center sling, which feels like resting on a set of arms and prevents your baby from turning and rolling over. It is a nice safety feature that is exclusive to the Snuggle Me. So while the Snuggle Me is quite expensive compared to the rest of the co sleepers on the market, the price is justified. It is a comfortable, versatile device that has loads of one of a kind safety features built in. It is the best co sleeper if you want a lot of features but don’t mind paying a premium.
The First Years Close And Secure Sleeper
If you want the best co sleeper that is simple, affordable, and portable you should look into First Years Close and Secure Sleeper. This baby co sleeper is an essential part of the first few months of your baby’s postnatal care. You can use it from right after you take your baby back from the hospital until your baby naturally pushes it over or is able to roll out of it. This co sleeper is designed so that you can sleep and monitor your baby right on your own bed.
It keeps your baby close to you at night so if you are woken up, you don’t have to work too hard to attend to your baby’s needs. It is also incredibly comfortable for your baby and features a patented airflow technology that keeps air circulating around your baby and makes the mesh fabric breathable. This First Years co sleeper also has a built in nightlight that requires two AA batteries to run. There are head and foot barrier to prevent your baby from escaping. It is also extremely convenient to clean and transport. The cover and sheets are easily removable and can be machine washed.
The entire unit can be picked up, folded, and transported or stored. It is about 1.5 feet wide and 2.5 feet long, enough to accommodate babies of all sizes. We like the fact that there is a large flap and tucks under the mattress to secure it in place. The only thing we have to complain about is that the sidewalls are not that sturdy and if you have an above average sized baby, it will likely outgrow it sooner than expected.
