Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib (also called a bassinet) sits next to your bed, so you can be able to provide care to your baby during night feeds and changing nappy without having to get out of your bed. They are also great for developing independence as your little one becomes more confident in their own bed.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide crib is a crib that can be placed at the bedside, allowing parents to stay with their newborn while ensuring that they are resting safely. Its smooth gliding motion helps to soothe your baby into sleep and its innovative features ensure that you can keep an eye on them without having to leave your bed.
The cot's side panel sliding raises and lowers at the press of a button, making it a breeze to reach inside and soothe a crying baby at night. It comes with 11 height adjustments to accommodate almost any mattress size and adjustable folding feet that ensure it is at the correct level.
The cot is padded, has mesh sides that allow for more the airflow, and the mattress is made of high-density, foam to provide extra protection. It's also washable so you can keep it clean, and it is fitted with a sheet that is suitable for use with the cot.
Unlike some other bedside cribs unlike other cribs for bedside use, the Roomie Glide is suitable for most beds, including divans, thanks to its straps and clip attachment. It can also be used as a stand-alone crib when not attached to your bed, and it's full of amazing features that are designed with parent-baby bonding in mind.
It is crucial to keep in mind that this crib won't last as long after your baby turns six months old. You will need to purchase a larger crib. Overall, Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide crib was a great buy. She was impressed by its sleek design.
The Roomie Glide is available to purchase from John Lewis for PS160, which Roanna felt was a reasonable price for a cot with these innovative features. She also liked how it appeared in the bedroom and believed that its grey colour is a good fit for modern homes. She also mentioned that it's not a good idea to rock a baby in the early years because it could create an unhealthy sleep pattern that can be difficult to overcome later.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee is an award-winning crib for bed designed with a safe night's sleep in mind. 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 up - it's ideal for mothers who are breastfeeding! It is also lightweight and easy to move around during naps or when traveling.
We love that it's constructed of soft fabrics with breathable mesh sides that promote airflow and comfort. It comes in charcoal or oak and various melange fabrics that blend with most decor styles. Anna found it to be sturdy and secure when attached to her bed, with the legs firmly snapping into place and the zips secure to ensure safety for babies. It took Anna approximately 10 minutes to put together and did not require any tools. There are clear instructions, a video and a customer service number should you experience any issues.
The CoZee crib comes with all the features you would expect from a crib to your bed, including the ability to attach it to your existing bed using a stay-in-place connection system. It also comes with six height settings. Additionally it has an inclined feature that can be used to aid babies suffering from reflux or congestion. It can also be washed in the machine - a must for all the spills and vomit that come with a newborn baby!
If you want to keep your baby close to you during the first six months when they're learning to sleep independently, the CoZee is a great choice as it can also be used as a separate cot, changing table or toddler bed. It can also be transformed into a sofa bed by the addition of an extension pack. While it won't magically make your baby sleep or feed them, it can rock them and send them off.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of the more expensive options. However, it has numerous great features. It's designed to function as a side sleeper or standalone crib, and is suitable from birth up to six months. It comes with a new mechanism to open and close the side panel and is simple to use even with one hand. It is also more adjustable than the previous model, with 11 different height settings and retractable legs for a secure fit underneath any bed.
Our testers loved the ease of access to the side panel, which can be flipped up and down with just one push of the button. This was a huge benefit during feeding times at night, as it meant they could easily reach inside and pick up their baby without disturbing them.
The side panel can be lowered on its own however it isn't recommended since it increases the risk of your baby falling out of the cot. The patented safety locking system ensures that the side panel will remain in place if it's properly attached to the parent's mattress. bedside sleeper cot is an excellent feature to have for peace mind, particularly when you're breastfeeding and need frequent feedings at night.
Telescopic legs allow the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed, including divan bases as well as beds with drawers. It has a tilting feature for babies with reflux, as well as the ability to rock to soothe them to sleep after eating. It's also extremely spacious and offers great ventilation due to its mesh sides.
The Next2Me Magic was easy to use and set up for our testers, despite the lengthy instruction manual. It's a bit heavier than other side-sleepers but it's still quite portable and can be moved from room room with ease. It's also able to fold into a travel bag, which is great when you need to transport it. The only drawback our testers noticed was that the side panel did not flex as much as the other models, which made it a little harder to see your baby from your bed.
The Shnuggle Air
If you're looking for a bedside crib that will develop with your child, then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth considering. It's designed to be a sleep-co-sleeping bassinet that is attached to your bed and convert into a chic cot when your baby is ready. It's ideal for feeding at night and for strengthening your bond with your infant.
The Shnuggle Air crib is designed to breathe, unlike some other cribs. The mesh side panels with dual-view as well as the airflow mattress that is hypoallergenic and breathable allow for maximum airflow, keeping your baby cool and comfortable. A gentle incline helps to reduce colic and reflux, while the zip down side makes it easy to feed or soothe your baby throughout the night.
The cot conversion kit (sold separately) is also well-designed, with clear directions and everything you require to begin. It took us around an hour to assemble, and was reasonably straightforward. The only drawback to the instructions was that some images did not have captions. This made it difficult to follow. However, overall it was a simple process and the quality of materials employed was of a high standard.
The Shnuggle Air is a great option for mothers who are nursing or have had C-sections. It lets them reach out and hold their baby for comfort and feeding without having to leave their bed. It's a great option for parents who don't want the stress of putting their child in a traditional cot or getting out of it.
During our tests, we found the gliding motion of this next to me crib to be extremely helpful when it comes to lulling babies back to sleep after midday and nighttime feeds. The drop-down side is also easily accessible to feed or calm babies in the middle of the night, which was a real draw for our exhausted test mothers. The Joie Roomie Glide is a sleek and functional crib that isn't rocking, nor has extra features like a sound machine.