We co-slept with DS but had both a cot and a bassinet (which neither was used!). This time I'm buying a cradle (smaller version of a cot) but may end up co-sleeping again, just depends on what this baby is like.

Every baby is different. My DS just wouldn't sleep unless he was next to me. I even tried putting my shirt in his bassinet/cot but that didn't work so it just depends on the baby and your parenting style when it comes to bedding.