Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib (also called a bassinet) is located next to your bed, so you can safely tend to your baby during night feeds and diaper changes without needing to get out of the bed. These cribs are fantastic for helping to build independence for your child as they become more comfortable 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 rest with their baby while ensuring they are sleeping safely. Its smooth glide can help ease your baby's sleep and its ingenious features allow you to keep an eye on your child without leaving bed.
The side panel that slides out of the crib can be raised and lowered by a simple pressing of a button. This makes it simple to reach inside and soothe a crying baby in the night. It also has 11 height adjustments that allow it to fit the mattress of almost any size bed and it has adjustable folding feet to ensure that it's placed at just the right height.
In terms of safety, the cot is padded and fitted with mesh sides to provide more ventilation, and its mattress is made from high-density foam for extra protection. It can also be cleaned and you can keep the crib clean. It includes a fitted mattress sheet that is suitable for a crib.
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. bedside cot used can be used as a standalone crib when it is not attached to the bed. It has many amazing features that were designed with baby and parent bonding in mind.
One thing to keep in mind is that although this crib is great for newborns, it won't last long after your baby turns six months old, and you will need to invest in an additional cot. Overall, Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide crib was an excellent buy. She liked its sleek design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a fair price for such a cot. She also liked how it was positioned in the bedroom and thought that its grey colour would suit most modern homes. However, she pointed out that it isn't an ideal idea to rock a younger baby because it can set a bad habit for later sleep patterns.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee is an award-winning bedside crib designed with a secure night's rest in mind. It features an adjustable side rail that can be easily lifted to feed your child at night without disturbing them or causing them to get out of bed. This is ideal for mothers who breastfeed! It's also lightweight, which makes it easy to move around the house during naps and for travelling.
We love that it's made 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 fabric options that are compatible with all decor styles. Anna discovered that it was solid and secure when it was attached to her bed. The legs snapped into place and the zippers were secure for security. It took Anna around 10 minutes to put together and did not require any tools. There are clear instructions along with a video and customer support number in case you encounter any issues.
The CoZee crib has all the features you would think of in a crib for your bedside, including the ability to connect it to your existing bed using a stay-in place connection system. It also comes with six height settings. Additionally there is an incline feature that can be used to aid babies suffering from reflux or congestion. It's also machine-washable, which is a necessity for all the dribbles and vomit that comes with having a new baby!
The CoZee is a fantastic option for keeping your child close during the first six months of learning to fall asleep independently. It can be used as a changing station, cot or toddler bed. It can be turned into a sofa bed with the addition of an extension pack. Although it can't magically bring your baby to sleep or feed them, it can rock them and send them off.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of Chicco's more expensive alternatives. However, it has many great features. It can be used either a side-sleeper or a standalone crib, and is suitable for babies from birth 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's also more flexible than its predecessor, with 11 different height levels and retractable feet for a secure installation under any bed.
Our testers were impressed with the simple access the side panel provides, which can be moved up and down with just one push of one button. This was a huge help during feeding times at night, as it meant they could reach into and pick up their baby without waking them up.
It is possible to lower the side panel it's own, however this is not recommended since it increases the likelihood that your baby will get out of the cot. However, the safety locking mechanism means that it can only stay down when attached to the bed properly. This is a great feature to have for peace mind, particularly when you're breastfeeding and need frequent feedings at night.
Telescopic legs enable the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed, such as divan bases as well as beds with drawers. It also has a tilting function to help babies who are refluxy and a rocking mode to bring them back to sleep after eating. It's also incredibly large and has great ventilation due to its mesh sides.
Our test subjects found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, however it does come with lengthy instructions. It's heavier than some of the other side-sleepers, however it's very mobile and can be moved from room room with ease. It's small enough to fit into a 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 didn't stretch as much as other models. This caused it to be a bit more difficult to observe your baby from the bed.
The Shnuggle Air
The Shnuggle Air bedside crib is a great option when you're looking for a crib that grows with your child. Designed to be a co-sleeping bassinet that will attach securely to your bed, but can also convert into a stylish cot once your baby is ready. It's perfect for night-time feeds and for strengthening your bond with your baby.
In contrast to other models of bedside cribs The Shnuggle Air is built with breathability in mind. Its dual-view mesh sides as well as the airflow mattress, which is hypoallergenic and breathable maximize airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable. A gentle incline can help to reduce colic and reflux and colic, while the zip-down side makes it easy to feed or comfort your baby during the night.
The cot conversion kit is also well-designed, with clear instructions. It comes with everything you need. It took us around an hour to assemble, and was relatively simple. The only drawback was the absence of written captions on some of the pictures, which made it difficult to follow certain steps. Overall, the process was easy and the materials used were of top quality.
The Shnuggle Air is a great option for women who are breastfeeding or have had an e-csection. It allows them to reach out and touch their baby to comfort them and feeding without leaving their bed. It's ideal for parents who do not want to go through the burden of putting their infant in a traditional cot, or even getting them out of it.
During our testing we observed the gliding motion of this next-to-me crib to be particularly useful in lulling babies back to sleep after midday and nighttime feeds. The drop-down side makes it easy to feed or soothe babies throughout the night. This was a big selling point for our exhausted test moms. The Joie Roomie Glide is a modern and stylish crib that doesn't rock, nor does it come with extra features like the sound machine.