12 of the best Moses baskets, cribs and bedside cribs for newborns 2024
See also cots and cot beds and mattresses and sheets.
WHAT IS A MOSES BASKET?
A Moses basket is a small basket, often with handles, where your baby can sleep. They sometimes come with a stand.
Pros of Moses baskets:
They are light and usually have handles to carry them with you around your home.
Rocking stands are available to rock and soothe your baby.
The smaller surface area makes some babies feel much more secure.
They take up a lot less space in your bedroom.
They are easy to transport for overnight stays elsewhere.
ConS of Moses baskets:
They are quickly outgrown as they can usually only be used up until about 3-4 months. If you have a large baby, you may need another bed as early as six weeks. This also means that all the extras you may have needed to buy like a mattress, waterproof cover and bedding will also be outgrown in a short amount of time.
The small size means it’s possible that the Moro reflex may cause a baby’s arm to jerk out and hit the sides. This won’t hurt them but could wake them up. Swaddling would prevent this.
A baby used to a Moses basket may take some time to adjust to a bigger bed once it is outgrown.
WHAT IS A CRIB?
A crib has bars or slats and often also has a rocking or gliding motion. They are smaller than a cot and larger than a Moses basket.
Pros of a crib:
They can be used until your baby is around 6 months so have a longer lifespan than a Moses basket.
The rocking motion may soothe your baby.
Babies can be seen easily through cribs with bars or slats.
Bigger than a Moses basket but more space-saving than a cot.
Con of a crib:
Not usually as portable as a Moses basket.
WHAT IS A BEDSIDE CRIB?
Also called a co-sleeper, a bedside crib is a small cot with a drop side so it can be attached to your bed for safe co-sleeping. They can usually also be used as a standalone crib. It’s recommended that they are used from birth until around six months.
Pros of bedside cribs
They make night feeds much easier as you don't have to keep getting out of bed.
It may encourage bonding to sleep so close to your baby.
They can often be inclined to help with reflux and colds and some can be rocked to soothe a baby.
Many are very portable and come with their own travel bag.
The best Moses baskets, cribs and bedside cribs
This list has been narrowed down to the very best with thorough research and the following considered:
Consumer reviews
Best-seller lists
Recommendations from industry experts
Award-winning products
Personal experience and the products loved by other parents.
The list is updated annually. It was last updated on 19 January 2024.
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MOSES BASKETS
1. Clair de Lune Moses Basket Bundle
This handwoven Moses basket comes with a reversible liner, a microfibre mattress, a sheet and a folding stand.
The basket has handles and a small storage pocket.
Measures 75 x 28 x 24cm.
It can be used from birth until 9kg.
The fabrics are available in a variety of colours.
2. SHNUGGLE DREAMI MOSES BASKET AND CURVE ROCKING STAND
The large size of this Moses basket means it can be used up until your baby is six months.
Comes with a stand which has two heights.
It has a fixed and a rocking position.
Ventilated base for excellent airflow.
3. THE LITTLE GREEN SHEEP NATURAL KNITTED MOSES BASKET
Comes with a natural fibre, chemical-free Little Green Sheep mattress.
The basket is made from light and durable palm leaves.
The knitted cotton liner is organic. It is available in white, linen, dove grey and honey colours.
It can be used from birth until your baby is around 3-4 months.
There is a stand available to buy separately.
CRIBS
4. CHICCO BABY HUG 4 IN 1 CRIB
A crib which can convert to a baby seat, high chair and chair for an older child so can be used from birth until three years old.
The backrest can be reclined to four different levels.
Electronic toy bar.
Wheeled feet, which can be locked.
5. OBABY SOPHIE SWINGING CRIB
This crib can be rocked or locked in place.
Made from FSC-certified timber.
Suitable from birth until 9kg.
Requires a 85 x 43cm mattress. Some retailers include this so check first.
H84 x W55 x L103cm.
Available in grey and white.
6. Babymore Air Motion Gliding Crib
This award-winning crib has a gliding motion which can be activated by the carer or by a baby’s own movements. It can also be locked.
It can be used from birth until around six months or 9kg.
The breathable mesh sides also offer good visibility.
Includes a reflux wedge.
Can be folded into a travel bag so doubles up as a travel cot.
BEDSIDE CRIBS/CO-SLEEPERS
7. TUTTI BAMBINI COZEE® BEDSIDE CRIB/CO-SLEEPER
This can be used as a co-sleeper or standalone cot from birth until six months old.
Can be inclined.
The foam mattress has a removable and washable cover.
Comes with a travel bag. It can be folded and set up again in 30 seconds.
Handy storage shelf under the crib.
Six different height positions to ensure it fits alongside your bed.
Available in a variety of colours.
There is also a version available with rocking feet.
8. SNÜZPOD 4 BEDSIDE CRIB
This can be attached to the bed but also has a light, lift-off bassinet so your baby can move with you during daytime naps.
The base is vented and there are breathable mesh sides, both of which help your baby to regulate their temperature.
It can be tilted (good for reflux babies).
Rocking stand.
Nine different height positions.
The mattress is made from OEKO-Tex 100 Certified materials.
The frame is made from sustainably sourced beech wood.
Can be used from birth until around six months old.
Available in a variety of colours.
It is sold at John Lewis in a bundle with a waterproof mattress protector, two fitted crib sheets and a Snuzcloud sleep aid.
9. Chicco Next2Me Magic 2 BEDSIDE CRIB
Chicco make some of the most popular bedside cribs and most can also be used as standalone cribs too. The Magic is particularly good as it has a panel which can be slid down with one hand and in standalone mode, it has a rocking function.
It is well-ventilated as both sides have mesh windows and the mattress has a 3D mesh surface.
There are four different reclines which may be useful if your child has reflux.
There are 11 different height positions and safety straps so it can be perfectly and safely attached to the adult’s bed.
It has wheels (with brakes) so can be easily moved.
The fabrics are removable and washable.
It can be used from birth until six months old or until a child can sit up unaided.
A travel bag is included.
Also available is the Next2Me Dream, which is very similar to the Magic but is lighter and the panel opening and rocking work slightly differently. The Next2Me Air has all-around mesh sides for great breathability, two tilt positions, 6 height positions and two wheeled feet. The Next2Me Forever has the longest lifespan as it can be used until four years old. It can’t fold down into a travel bag though and doesn’t have the rocking function. The original Next2Me is the cheapest and most basic model with six height levels and two wheels. The Chicco Next2Me pop can be folded down easily without having to dissemble it or remove the mattress so makes a great travel bedside cot.
10. MAXI-COSI IORA BEDSIDE CRIB
This can be used as a co-sleeper or standalone crib.
Five different height positions and a slide function so it fits perfectly next to your bed.
Very handy storage basket underneath.
Folds down easily into a travel bag.
Comes with a mattress.
Suitable from birth until six months old or 9kgs.
The fabrics are removable and machine washable.
Available in different colours.
There is also now the Iona Air which is designed to be very breathable and can also be rocked.
11. SHNUGGLE AIR BEDSIDE CRIB
This modern-looking bedside crib can be used until your baby is around 6 months old and then it’s possible to buy a conversion kit to turn it into a standalone cot that can be used until your child is around two years old.
Breathable mesh sides.
The sides zip down for easy access in the night.
Includes a mattress that is 50% more breathable than a standard foam mattress.
Seven height adjustments.
The legs can be adjusted to incline the cot.
Removable, hand-washable fabrics.
Available in dove grey and stone grey.
12. Mamas & Papas Lua bedside crib
This is a very versatile bedside crib as it can be placed next to the bed or the bassinet can be removed and placed anywhere in the home.
The legs can be adjusted to various heights and inclines.
There are no straps to secure it to the bed.
One side can be lowered to easily lift a baby in and out at night.
Mesh panels for visibility and breathability.
Comes with a breathable fibre mattress.
It can be taken apart and placed in a travel bag.
There is a storage area underneath.
Suitable from birth until around six months.
Available in grey and beige.
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