Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib (also known as a bassinet) is located near your bed so you can safely tend to your baby during feedings at night and nappy changes without needing to get out of your bed. These cribs are great for helping to build independence for your child as they get more comfortable in their own sleeping space.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide crib is an ideal bedside crib that allows parents to sleep with their infant while ensuring that they are resting safely. Its smooth gliding motion will help to calm your baby and its unique features allow you to monitor your child without having to leave bed.
The side panel that slides out of the crib can be raised and lowered by a simple push of a single button. This makes it simple to reach inside and soothe a crying baby at night. It comes with 11 height adjustments that can be adjusted to fit almost any mattress size and adjustable folding feet to ensure that it is at the correct level.
In terms of safety the cot is padded and has mesh sides for better airflow, and the mattress is made from high-density foam to provide extra protection. It's also washable so that you can keep it clean, and it comes with a fitted sheet that is suitable for the cot.
The Roomie Glide, unlike some other bedside cribs is compatible with most beds including divans. This is due to the clips and straps that attach it. It can also be used as a standalone crib when it is not connected to the bed. It comes with a variety of amazing features that were designed with baby and parent bonding in mind.
It is crucial to keep in mind that this crib will not last as long once your baby turns six months. You will need to buy a bigger cot. Overall, Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide crib was an excellent buy. She loved its sleek design.
The Roomie Glide is available to purchase at John Lewis for PS160, which Roanna thought was an affordable price for a cot featuring these advanced features. She also liked how it looked in the bedroom and thought that its grey colour will work well in modern homes. However, she pointed out that it's not a great idea to rock a young baby because it can set a bad habit for later sleep patterns.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib is designed to give you the best sleep possible. It has a drop side rail that is easily lowered for nighttime feeds without having to disturb your little one or get them out of bed It's perfect for breastfeeding mothers! It's also lightweight, making it easy to move around the house during naps and when traveling.
It's made of soft material and features mesh sides that are breathable to help promote airflow. It's available in charcoal and oak and comes with a variety of melange fabrics that are compatible with all decor styles. Anna found it to be solid and secure when it was attached to her bed, with the legs securely snapping into place and the zips secure to ensure baby safety. It took her about 10 minutes to assemble it and did not require tools, and comes with clear instructions and a video or support number available if you have any problems.
Alongside the usual features you'd expect from a crib for your bed that include the ability to be connected to your existing bed using a stay-in-place connector system and six height levels The CoZee comes with an additional incline option that can be used to alleviate reflux or congestion in babies. It's also machine-washable, a necessity with all the dribble, vomit and snot that come with having a newborn!
If you're looking to keep your baby close during the first six months when they're beginning to learn to sleep independently The CoZee is a great option because it can be used as a separate cot, changing table and toddler bed. With the addition of a sofa-bed extension pack, it can be transformed into a cot. While it won't magically make your baby sleep or feed them, it will rock the baby and take them to school.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of Chicco's more expensive options, however it comes with a lot of features. travel cot bedside crib 's designed to function as a side sleeper or standalone crib, and is suitable for babies up to six months. It has a new mechanism for opening and closing the side panel, and is easy to operate even with one hand. It is also more adjustable than the previous model, with 11 different height settings as well as legs that retract to fit underneath any bed.
Our testers were impressed with the simple access the side panel provides that can be flipped up and down by pressing a button. This was especially helpful in the evening when feeding time was over, since they could reach in and pick up their baby without waking them.
It is possible to lower the side panel it's own, however this is not recommended because it increases the chance that your baby will fall out of the cot. The safety locking system ensures that the side panel will only stay down if it is attached correctly to the mattress of the parent. This is an excellent feature to have for peace of mind, especially if you're breastfeeding and require frequent feedings at night.
Telescopic legs enable the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed, including divan bases or beds with drawers. It features a tilting feature for babies with reflux, as well as a rocking function to help soothe them to sleep after a feeding. It's also incredibly spacious and offers great ventilation due to its mesh sides.
The Next2Me Magic was easy to use and set up for our test subjects even with the lengthy instruction manual. It's a bit heavier than other side-sleepers but it can still be easily moved from one area to another. It's small enough to fit into its travel bag when not in use, which is an advantage in the event that you have to transport it. The only negative our testers have found is that the side panel did not stretch as much as other models. This made it a bit harder to see your baby from your bed.
The Shnuggle Air
If you're in search of an ideal bedside crib that can grow with your child, then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth a look. It is designed to be a co-sleeping bassinet that can be attached securely to your bed but also convert into a stylish cot when your baby is ready, it's ideal for feeding your baby at night and for strengthening your bond with your baby.
The Shnuggle Air crib is designed to breathe, not like other models. Its dual-view mesh side panels and breathable, hypo-allergenic airflow mattress maximize airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable. The gentle slope can help alleviate colic and reflux. The zip-down side allows you to feed your baby or soothe them during the night.
The kit for conversion to cot is also well designed, with clear instructions. It includes everything you need. It took us about an hour to assemble, and was reasonably straightforward. bedside cot used with the instructions was that certain images were not captioned. This made it difficult to follow. However, it was an easy process and the quality of the materials used was high.
In co-sleeping mode we found the Shnuggle Air to be an excellent option for breastfeeding mothers and women who have had a C-section, since it allows them to comfortably reach out to their infant for feeding and comfort without having to get up from their own bed. It's also great for those who prefer not to go through the hassle of getting into and out of a traditional cot or placing their child down for a nap.
In our tests we observed the gliding motion of the next-to-me crib to be especially helpful when it comes to lulling babies back to sleep after feedings at midday and in the evening. The drop-down side can also be accessible to feed or soothe babies in the middle of the night this was a huge benefit for our exhausted test mothers. The Joie Roomie Glide is a elegant and practical crib that doesn't rock or have extra features such as a sound machine.