Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib (also called a bassinet) is located close to your bed so you can safely tend to baby during night feeds and changing nappy 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 bed.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide crib is an ideal bedside crib that allows parents to sleep with their newborn while ensuring they are sleeping safely. The smooth glide motion helps to ease your baby back to sleep. Its innovative features allow you to keep an eye on your baby without leaving your own bed.
The cot's side panel sliding can be raised and lowered with the press of a button, making it easy to reach in and soothe a crying infant at night. It has 11 height adjustments to accommodate almost any mattress size and adjustable folding feet to ensure that it is at the right height.
The cot is cushioned and has mesh sides that allow for more the airflow, and the mattress is made from high-density foam to provide extra protection. It's also washable so you can keep it clean. It also is fitted with a sheet that's suitable for use with the cot.
In contrast to other cribs for bedside use like the Roomie Glide is suitable for the majority of beds, including divans thanks to its straps and clip attachment. It can be used as a standalone crib when it is not connected to the bed. It is packed with amazing features designed with parent and baby bonding in mind.
One thing to keep in mind is that even though this crib is perfect for newborns, it won't last long once your little one turns six months old, and you will have to purchase larger cots. Overall, Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide crib was an excellent purchase. She liked its sleek design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a fair price for a cot. She liked how it was positioned in her bedroom and thought its gray color would be appropriate for most modern homes. However, she pointed out that it's not a great idea to rock a smaller 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 ensure a good night's rest. It has a drop-side rail that is able to be easily adjusted to feed your child at night without disturbing them or getting out of the bed. bedside crib co sleeper is ideal for mothers who breastfeed! It's also light, making it easy to move around the house during naps and also for travel.
We love that it's made of soft materials that have breathable mesh sides that promote airflow and ease of use. It's available in oak and charcoal, with a range of melange fabric options that blend well with most decor styles. Anna found it to be sturdy and secure after being affixed to her bed. The legs slid into place and the zippers were secure for safety. It took her about 10 minutes to assemble it and didn't require any tools, with clear instructions and a video or customer support contact number should you encounter any issues.
The CoZee crib has all the features you'd think of in a crib for your bedside, such as the ability to connect it to your bed with a stay-in-place connection system. It also has six height settings. Additionally it has an inclines feature that can be used to assist babies suffering from reflux or congestion. It's also machine-washable, a must with all the dribble and vomit that comes with having a baby!
The CoZee is a great option if you want to keep your child in the first six months of learning to sleep independently. It can be used as a crib, changing station or toddler bed. With the addition of a sofa-bed extension kit, it can be converted into a cot. It will not feed your baby or magically put them to sleep it will gently rock them to send them off!
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of the more expensive alternatives. However, it comes with a lot of excellent features. It can be used either a side-sleeper, or a standalone crib that is suitable for babies from birth to six months. bedside cot co sleeper 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 to the side panel that can be moved up and down by pressing a button. This was particularly useful at night, as they could reach inside and pick their baby up without disturbing them.
The side panel can be removed on its own however, it's not recommended as this increases the chance of your child falling out of the cot. However, the patented safety locking mechanism means that it can only remain in place if it is connected to the bed properly. This is a wonderful feature to have for peace mind, particularly in the case of breastfeeding and frequent night feeds.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic is designed to be compatible with any bed that includes divan bases as well as beds with drawers due to the legs that telescopic. It comes with a tilting function for babies with reflux, as well as the ability to rock to calm them after a meal. It's also extremely spacious and offers excellent ventilation thanks to its mesh sides.
Our test participants found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, however it comes with a long instruction manual. It's a bit heavier than some of the other side-sleepers, however it's very mobile and can be moved from room to room with ease. It's also small enough to fit into its travel bag when not in use, which is a plus when 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 caused it to be a bit more difficult to see your baby from your bed.
The Shnuggle Air
The Shnuggle Air bedside crib is an excellent choice for a crib that can grow with your child. It's a crib for co-sleeping that is securely attached to your bed and can be converted into a stylish cot once your baby is old enough. Perfect for nighttime feedings and enhancing the bond you have with your newborn.
The Shnuggle Air crib is designed to breathe, unlike some other cribs. Its dual-view mesh sides and breathable, hypo-allergenic airflow mattress increase airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable. The gentle slope can help reduce colic and reflux. 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 directions and everything you need to get started. It took us around an hour to assemble and was fairly simple to put together. The only issue was the absence of captions written on a few of the images which made it difficult to understand some of the steps. Overall, the procedure was easy and the materials used were of high quality.
In the co-sleeping mode, we found the Shnuggle Air to be an excellent option for breastfeeding mothers and women who have had a C-section because it lets them comfortably reach out to their infant for comfort and feeding without having to leave their bed. It's also great for those who wish to avoid the stress of getting into and out of a traditional cot or placing their child down for a nap.
The gliding motion was found to be very helpful in lulling babies to sleep following feedings during the midday or at night. The drop-down sides make it easy to feed or soothe babies throughout the night. This was a major selling point for our tired test mums. Although it doesn't rock, or have additional features like an audio system, the Joie Roomie Slide's sleek design and functionality make it a great addition to our top crib reviews for bed.