Arm's Reach Original Co-Sleeper

Pros: Great for nighttime feedings and changings; keeps baby nearby for exhausted parents

Cons: Difficult to unlock; mattress can seem noisy if baby bangs on it

The Bottom Line: Some minor kinks and a bit pricey, but a good product overall; especially helpful for those extremely tiring first few months -- the convenience saves you some much-needed energy!

Review: Before our baby was born we had already decided that we'd want her sleeping in our room, but we were concerned about the dangers of true co-sleeping. Based on various friends' recommendations, we bought the Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper, and we've found it...

Pros: Sturdy, keeps baby next to you for nursing and bonding, attractive design

Cons: Heavy, expensive, difficult to assemble and disassemble

The Bottom Line: It didn't work for us, but might work out for you. A pack-n-play might be a better option.

Review: When I was expecting my twins, I decided that I wanted to try having them sleep in our room with us to help with bonding. I went out and invested in an Arms Reach Original Co-Sleeper because I thought that it would fit both babies, and still not...

Pros: very convenient, doubles as a play yard, attractive

Cons: hard to put together, bulky

The Bottom Line: This co-sleeper is well worth the money even though it's a little big and a little bit hard to assemble.

Review: Before I had kids, I didn't plan on co-sleeping. It was just something that evolved naturally. My first-born started out in a bassinet which she quickly outgrew. I then moved her to a larger cradle next to my bed. When she outgrew that but was still...

Pros: closeness of baby, long term use

Cons: not convenient to use as a playyard and cosleeper at the same time

Review: I purchased the Armsreach Bedside Co-sleeper after seeing an advertisement in a magazine, then looking it up online. I went to a baby store to see it IRL before purchasing.

The Co-sleeper is very convenient, with comfortable padding for...

Pros: Great for safe co-sleeping! Nice height. easy to assemble.

Cons: Cover should cover the sides to look nice.

The Bottom Line: Its it definatly worth the money. I would recommend this for anyone that wants to try co-sleeping. The co-sleeper will encourage you to keep co-sleeping!

Review: I saw this on the internet while I was pregnant. I fell in love with the idea and asked for it as a shower gift. Since the baby has been here it has been WONDERFUL! I always wanted to cosleep and now this has made it easier and safer than ever. When...

Pros: great for c sections and breastfeeding, very sturdy, nice product

Cons: none

The Bottom Line: This is a great product for any c section woman, breastfeeder or any woman who decides co sleeping is best.

Review: I bought this product because I knew I was having a planned C Section and the doctor recomended this to me. I agreed with her and went to buy one. It was so expensive. I thought to myself "this better be worth it". After my daughter was born and we...

Pros: Keeps baby close, secures to bed, easy to use.

Cons: May be unsafe after 6-8 months.

Review: For parents who would love to co-sleep, but have an unsafe bed, or need a little more room, the Arms Reach Co-Sleeper should be first on their list. Having baby beside you those early months is such a convenience, and assures better sleep for...

Pros: Grows with baby, Very handy to have around, basinette, crib, playpen, changing station all in one

Cons: Expensive

Review: This is a good product for new parents. It attaches to the side of your bed and the baby sleeps in it. Its very good for breastfeeding moms or for people who dont have enough room in their bed for a little one. It is kinda like a bassinette except...

Pros: peace of mind, ease of use, versatility

Cons: only at bedside until child can roll over

Review: The Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper (original) kept our baby by our side during the night, but also allowed her to have her own space. I could just reach over when she was ready to nurse and then place her down again to return to sleep.

We used...

Pros: Great for Nursing,new moms,and baby's security

Cons: Better mattress.Difficulty disassembling.

The Bottom Line: Great for keeping baby close when nursing. Great for first moms. Perfect size for small spaces. Lasts a long time too. Look at Pottery Barn Kid's Catalog for decorating ideas.

Review: I'm a new mother and I couldn't bear to see my baby cry in the night. However I was very sleepy. This was the solution. I could breast feed and pick him up when he cried. I didn't have to worry about not hearing him in the night. This Arm's Reach...