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Bedside Cosleeper A bedside cosleeper is attached to your adult bed. If you stick to the CSPC guidelines for infant sleeping spaces It's safe. These guidelines are very similar to crib bedding standards. Learn more about the guidelines here. When selecting bedside crib with wheels sleeping device safety, comfort, and ease of use are the primary factors to consider. Safety In 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 become popular with a lot of new and expecting parents. The Academy recommends that room-sharing with a baby is safer than sleeping in the same bed as parents because it lowers the chance of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SIDS). The AAP doesn't recommend bed sharing but it does suggest that sleeping on an individual sleeping surface is a good way to decrease the risk of SIDS. The development of the bedside crib was essential for many families. A bedside cosleeper is attached to a bed frame designed for adults. bedside crib and cot 's an equivalent of a crib-style sleeper. The bedside cosleeper lets parents to monitor their little one and allows them the freedom of a bed while keeping their child close by. The best cosleepers have strict safety standards and are constructed using durable, high-quality materials. To ensure the safety of your child be sure to look for the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association stamp of approval. This is a sign of rigorous testing and quality control. The safety of a bedside sleeper depends on several factors, including the way it is set up and attached to the parent's bed. If the bedside sleeper is not connected to the bed of the parent in a way that blocks the gaps and openings where the infant can get trapped, it could create an hazard of suffocation. It is vital that the attachment system of the bedside sleeper is examined to make sure that it can withstand forces that are imposed during use, such as the parent rolling on and off the sleeper. The attachment system, or the corners of the bedside sleeper should be exposed to a horizontal force. The voluntary standard for bedside sleeping cribs incorporates, as a reference to the federal consumer safety standards for bassinets (16 CFR part 1218) which includes the requirements for performance for closed fabric openings. The mandatory requirements in the standard also address neck and head entrapment hazards by requiring that after the application and release of 50 lbs. The standard also requires that after the release and application of 50 pounds. It is not allowed to create a gap greater than 1.0 in. ASTM's electronic Reading Room offers read-only versions of the standard. Convenience Many parents have resisted cosleeping due to fear of suffocation, SIDS or the “Ferberization” process that makes children to sleep on their own, anthropologists have long noted that the majority of mammals and primates as well as those in non-Western societies, regularly co-slept. This may be because infants are soothed by the familiar voice of their mother, and it also helps them practice self-soothing. The best bedside sleepers feature an innovative design that is attached to the side of a bed and pivots to allow easy access for feedings during the night or diaper changes. Find a model with adjustable feet, which retract to accommodate various mattress sizes. It should also include a large storage area for everything your baby needs. Choose a bedside sleeper that fits standard crib bedding, so it's safe to use as your child grows. Consider a model that is convertible and can be used as a play yard, or a deeper bassinet. It will last for many years. Portability Based on the size of your bedroom, a bedside cosleeper 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 substantial base. The babybay Bedside Sleeper, HALO BassiNest Essentia and Snoo Smart Sleeper all come with great portability features: adjustable feet that retract to fit platform beds and legs fold inwards for maximum closeness to the mattress; and 100% mesh sidewalls that allow for ventilation without any material covering baby's mouth or nose. The Arm's Reach Clear-Vue is a top choice that adjusts in 1” increments to fit most adult beds and can also serve as a portable bassinet. It also swivels to allow quick access to the baby to help her relax, nurse her, or monitor the baby during the night.