I too tried the cot next to the bed for a little while with the sides down. Our cot had wheels so we ensured all the brakes were on when DD went in. She hated the cot though and co-slept with us pretty much from birth until 9.5months. At 9.5months, we put her in a toddler bed, very low to the ground, in her own room. The transition was perfect. Was amazed actually. She has been in the toddler bed ever since.

DD still wakes most nights in her toddler bed. I think they go through developmental stages. Some nights she sleeps through but it is very rare. We do a good sleep routine now. Bottle, story, bed, stroke hair, light off and she falls asleep fine.

Good luck with everything though, each Bub is different and you really have to do what works and what makes you all get good sleep. I know how you are feeling though. It is difficult at times, hugs to you xx