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Anon
Can I use a cot for my newborn? I was originally looking at bassinets but after reading the guidelines I understand that a cot is safer. Just checking the baby can sleep in a cot right from birth? Why do bassinets even exist if you can go straight to a cot and bassinets don’t need to comply with any standards?
Red Nose Education
A baby can sleep in a cot from birth.
https://rednose.org.au/article/what-is-a-safe-sleeping-environment
https://rednose.org.au/article/what-is-a-safe-cot
While there are no standards for bassinets Product Safey Australia has information (Buying Tips) on what to look for if wanting to use a bassinet.
https://www.productsafety.gov.au/products/babies-kids/kids-furniture/bassinettes