Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib (also known as a bassinet) is located near your bed so you can be able to provide care to your baby during feedings at night and nappy changes without having to get out of the bed. These cribs are fantastic to help develop independence in your child as they become more comfortable in their own bed.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide is a bedside crib that lets parents co-sleep with their newborn whilst making sure that they're asleep safely. The smooth glide motion helps to soothe your baby to sleep, and its ingenuous features let you monitor your baby without leaving your bed.
The cot's sliding side panel lifts and lowers with the press of a button, making it a breeze to reach inside and soothe a crying baby in the night. It also comes with 11 height adjustments that allow it to fit on the mattress of almost every size bed. Additionally, it comes with adjustable feet that fold down to ensure it sits at just the right level.
In terms of safety, the cot is padded and fitted with mesh sides for increased ventilation, and its mattress is made of high-density foam to provide extra protection. It is also wipeable which means you can keep the cot clean. It is fitted with a mattress sheet that is suitable for a crib.
The Roomie Glide, unlike some other cribs for beds, is compatible with all beds including divans. This is due to the straps and clips which connect to it. It can also be used as a stand-alone crib if it is not attached to your bed and it's full of amazing features that were created with the bonding of parents and children in mind.
One thing to bear in mind is that although this crib is perfect for newborns, it won't last long after your child is six months old, so you'll need to invest in larger cots. However, overall Roanna felt that the Joie Roomie Glide was a excellent purchase and she particularly liked its sleek design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a reasonable price for such a cot. She also liked how it looked in the bedroom and thought that the grey shade is a good fit for modern homes. However, she pointed out that it isn't a great idea to rock a younger baby as it could set a bad habit for later sleep patterns.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib is designed to ensure a good night's rest. It has a drop side rail which can be easily lowered to feed your baby at night without having to disturb your little one or get out of bed it's ideal for breastfeeding mothers! It is also lightweight and easy to move around during naps or for travel.
We love that it's constructed from soft materials with mesh sides that are breathable, which promote airflow and ease of use. It's available in oak and charcoal, with a range of melange fabrics that are compatible with all decor styles. Anna found it to be sturdy and secure after being affixed to her bed. The legs snapped into place and the zippers were secure for security. It took her around 10 minutes to assemble and didn't require any tools, with clear instructions and a video or customer support contact number should you encounter any issues.
In addition to the standard features you'd expect from a crib for your bed such as the ability to connect to your bed using a stay-in-place connector system and six levels of height The CoZee also comes with an additional incline option which can be used to help aid congestion or reflux in infants. It can also be washed in the machine - a must for all the spills and snot that can be found in a newborn baby!
The CoZee is an excellent choice if you want to keep your child in the first six months of acquiring the ability to sleep independently. It can be used as a crib, changing station or toddler bed. It can also be transformed into a sofa bed with the addition of an extension pack. While it won't magically put your baby to sleep or feed them, it will rock them and send them off.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of Chicco’s more expensive options. It does have many amazing features. It can be used as either a side-sleeper, or a standalone crib that is suitable for infants from birth to six months. It is easy to open and close the side panel with the new mechanism. It is also more adjustable than the previous model, with 11 different height settings as well as retractable legs for a secure fit underneath any bed.
Our testers appreciated the ease of access offered by the side panel which can be moved upwards and down with one push of a switch. This was particularly helpful in the evening when feeding time was over, since they could reach inside and pick their baby up without waking them.
The side panel can be removed by itself however it isn't advised as it increases the risk of your baby falling out of the cot. The patented safety locking system ensures that the side panel will only remain in place when it is attached correctly to the parent's mattress. This feature can be very beneficial to have peace of mind when you breastfeed and require frequent night feeds.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic is designed to be a perfect fit for any bed that is divan-based as well as beds with drawers due to the legs that telescopic. It also has a tilting function to help babies who are refluxy and a rocking feature to help them sleep after eating. It's also extremely large and offers excellent ventilation due to its mesh sides.
Our test participants found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, however it does come with an extensive instruction manual. It is a little heavier than other side-sleepers, however, it is easily moved from one place to another. It can also be folded up into its travel bag which is a great option if you want to transport it. The only thing our testers found is that the side panel didn't stretch as much as other models. This made it a bit harder to observe your baby from the bed.
The Shnuggle Air
If you're looking for a bedside crib that will grow with your child, then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth looking into. bedside cosleeper is designed to be a co-sleeping bassinet that can be attached securely to your bed but also convert into a chic cot when your baby is ready, it's perfect for night-time feeds and for strengthening your bond with your infant.
Unlike some other cribs for bed, the Shnuggle Air is built with breathability in mind. The dual-view mesh side panels and hypoallergenic, breathable airflow mattress maximize airflow and keep your baby comfortable and cool. The gentle slope can help ease reflux and colic. The zip-down side allows you to feed your baby or soothe them at night.
The kit for conversion to cot (sold separately) is also well-designed, with clear instructions and everything you require to begin. It took us about an hour to complete and was surprisingly simple. The only drawback to the instructions was that a few pictures did not have captions. This made it difficult to follow. Overall, it was a straightforward procedure and the quality of the materials employed was of a high standard.
In the co-sleeping mode, we discovered the Shnuggle Air to be an ideal choice for breastfeeding mothers and women who have had a C-section since it allows them to comfortably reach out to their infant to feed and comfort them without having to climb out of their 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 putting their baby down for a nap.
The motion of gliding was found to be extremely helpful in lulling babies into sleep after feedings during the midday or at night. bedside crib or cot -down side makes it easy to feed or soothe babies during the night. This was a huge selling point for our tired test moms. The Joie Roomie Glide is a elegant and practical crib that doesn't rock nor does it come with extra features like the sound machine.