A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed
If you want to keep baby as close as possible at night, without having to get out of the bed, a crib that is placed beside your bed is the ideal solution. The breathable fabric means you can easily see your baby and they're incredibly easy to lower for those bleary-eyed 3am feedings.
Some double as a moses basket too.
What is a bedside cot?
A bedside crib, also referred as a bassinet or co-sleeper, is a small baby cot attached to your adult bed. This allows your newborn to sleep with you in safety. This is a safe form of co-sleeping, which does not increase the risk of SIDS like bedsharing. It can also help you bond with the new baby.
The cots come with an end that can be lowered to allow you to reach your baby easily at night to comfort and feed them. This is especially helpful for mothers who are recovering from a c section. Many are portable or foldable which means you can use them to travel or as an interim solution for infants who aren't quite ready to move into a full-sized crib.
Look for a crib with an air-conditioned mattress, as well as a protective cover that will keep your baby safe from staining. You might also want purchase some baby-safe accessories like an infant blanket or a teether.
If you're seeking a long-term solution Some cribs have conversion kits that allow you to convert them into a toddler bed or a cot when the time is right. This is a great option for extending their life and making the transition smoother. Some have a removable section at the top that can be turned into a bassinet. Other models can be used with a regular adult bed or a high-rise bed. This is a great option for families that plan to travel frequently or switch between bedrooms at night. You should also think about the size of your room to ensure you can fit the crib comfortably. Many cribs come with risers which can be used to create an incline to accommodate babies with reflux.
bedside crib to cot Glide
The Roomie Glide, a bedside crib manufactured by the English brand Joie, is a great addition to their range of high-quality products for infants. This crib was designed to help parents bond and sleep side-by-side with their children without sharing one bed. It's packed with features that help make bonding between parent and baby safe, simple, and fun.
A gentle rocking motion can be activated by pressing the button. This gentle rhythm can help soothe your baby into sleep without disturbing their natural sleeping patterns. This is great for older toddlers or babies who are having trouble settling down. It can also help with digestive problems like colic and reflux.
The crib can be locked in place once the rocking is completed to stop it from moving. It can also be secured to the bed's side by clips and straps. This makes the crib solid and secure and allows you to sleep comfortably without fearing that your baby might roll off into the middle. The rounded cocoon shape has softly cushioned sides and double mesh windows at both ends to allow for ample air flow while keeping your baby secure.
The mattress is soft and firm. It is covered in a washable material. The crib is easy to set up and disassemble thanks to the lightweight aluminum frame that makes it extremely portable. The four locking wheels are covered with rubber to ensure that the crib doesn't leave marks on your floor and are easy to move around. It is easy to clean using wipeable woven fabrics and is easy to put in a bag for travel, which makes it ideal for long-term stays away from home.
The Tutti Bambini CoZeeAir
It is designed to be a secure crib for babies from birth to six months, this superior model comes with rocking bars as well as castors that allow for ease of movement. Its deluxe airflow mattress offers an incredibly comfortable sleeping surface, while ventilation panels keep your baby cool. There are six different height settings as well as an incline option that could aid in reducing reflux and congestion.
Unlike some bedside cribs that can be a challenge to clean due to their endless stream of dribble and snot, the Tutti Bambini CoZee Air comes with a wipe-clean liner and fabric that can be washed in the machine. Plus, it has a top bar that is easily lowered to feed at night without having to search for zips in the dark.
Anna discovered that the CoZee was a comfortable and safe sleeping space for her infant. She loved that it didn't rock like some other models, meaning it didn't wake her up in the night when she was trying to comfort her baby during feeds. She also enjoyed that the side was lowered so that she didn't have to reach out over her partner to lift the baby out for feedings at night.
The CoZee is available in charcoal or oak and is a chic option for any bedroom. It looks more like an elegant piece of furniture than some of the other cribs that we've tested, and can appear quite utilitarian. It's also light at just 11kg. It also comes with a carry-on case that allows you to take it on holiday or when moving house. The only extras you need to buy are a waterproof cover and a safety strap for co-sleeping. There are helpful step-by-step instructions and pictures to assist you in putting it together when you first open the box and making it a single-person job if needed.
The Maxi-Cosi Lora
The Iora is an infant bassinet designed to help parents feel connected with their baby as they sleep. bedside crib to cot can be adjusted upwards and downwards and shifted through three different slide positions, to be placed beside the bed of the parent or in the corner, so that the baby is always in reach. The mesh siding is breathable, allowing air to circulate through and lets you glance at your little one. You can also store additional pajamas and other items in the large storage basket under.
The Iora is a smaller bedside cot that folds flat. It also comes with a travel case to allow it to be carried anywhere. It was easy to move around from room to space, and our mum testers felt it was the right size for a bedside crib. The large storage basket is ideal to store bedding and nappies.
This is a great choice for parents who are looking to co-sleep, but don't want to share their own beds, or whose partners might have mobility issues, like arthritis or back issues. Our mums who tested it loved that they could easily access their baby in the Iora and that it came with an option to have a reflux incline which helped to reduce gas.
Our mums appreciate that the mattress follows NICE guidelines. They recommend placing the baby in the Moses basket or crib on its own without blankets, toys, pillows etc. The mattress is also firm and comfortable for babies, and sheets are easily available. It's not as light as the other smaller bedside cribs, though it is a good choice if you are looking for something lighter and easier to move around, consider one of the other options on our list.