Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib, also referred to as a bassinet for babies, is placed next to your bed to ensure that you can safely attend to your infant during night feeds and nappy-changings, without having to leave bed. These cribs are great to help develop independence in your child as they get more comfortable in their own sleeping space.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide is a bedside crib that allows parents to sleep together with their baby while making sure they're safe. Its smooth gliding motion helps to soothe your baby into sleep and its innovative features allow you to keep an eye on your baby without leaving your bed.
The cot's slide-away side panel raises and lowers at the push of the button, making it easy to reach inside and soothe a crying baby in the night. It comes with 11 height adjustments to fit almost any mattress size. It also has adjustable folding feet so that it sits exactly at the correct level.
In bedside co sleeper of safety the cot is cushioned and has mesh sides for increased airflow, and the mattress is made of high-density foam for additional protection. It can also be cleaned which means you can keep the crib clean. It includes a fitted mattress sheet that is suitable for the crib.
The Roomie Glide, unlike some other cribs for bed, is compatible with all beds including divans. This is due to the straps and clips which connect it. It can also be used as a stand-alone crib when it is not attached to the bed. It comes with a variety of incredible features that were designed with parent and baby bonding in mind.
It is important to remember that this crib will not last as long after your baby turns six months. You will have to purchase a larger crib. Overall, Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide crib was a great buy. She liked its sleek design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a reasonable price for a cot. She liked the way it looked in her bedroom and thought the grey color would work in most modern homes. She did mention that it's not a good idea to rock a baby when it's younger as it can create an unhealthy sleep pattern that can be difficult to overcome later.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib is designed to ensure an uninterrupted night's sleep. It comes with a drop-side rail that is able to be easily adjusted to feed your child during the night without disturbing them or forcing them out of the bed. This is perfect for breastfeeding mothers! It's also lightweight and easy to move around during nap time or for travel.
It's made of soft material and has mesh sides that breathe to increase airflow. It's available in charcoal and oak and has a variety of melange fabric options that are compatible with all decor styles. Anna found it to be sturdy and secure after being affixed to her bed. The legs clicked into place and the zippers were secured for security. It took her about 10 minutes to assemble it and did not require tools, and comes with clear instructions and a video or support contact number should you have any issues.
Alongside the usual features you'd expect from a crib for your bed, like being able to connect to your existing bed with a stay-in-place connection system and six levels of height The CoZee also comes with an additional incline option that can be used to aid congestion or reflux in infants. It's also machine-washable, which is a necessity with all the dribble and vomit that come with having a baby!
If you're looking to keep your baby close to you during the first six months when they're learning to sleep independently The CoZee is a great option as it can also be used as a stand-alone crib, changing table and toddler bed. It can also be transformed into a sofa bed by the addition of an extension pack. While it will not feed your baby or magically put them to sleep it will gently rock them and send them off!
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of Chicco’s more expensive options. It does have many excellent features. It can be used either a side-sleeper or as a standalone crib and is suitable for babies from birth to six months. It features a brand new mechanism for opening and closing the side panel and is simple to use even with one hand. It's also more flexible than its predecessor, having 11 different height settings and legs that retract to fit underneath any bed.
Our testers were impressed with the simple access the side panel provides, which can be lowered and raised with just one push of one button. This was especially helpful during nighttime feedings as they could reach in and pick up their baby without disturbing them.
The side panel can be lifted by itself, too, but it's not recommended since it increases the risk of your baby falling out of the cot. The patented safety locking system makes sure that the side panel will remain in place when it is properly attached to the parent's mattress. This feature can be very beneficial to have peace of mind when you are breastfeeding and need 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, thanks to the legs that can be telescopic. It has a tilting feature for reflux babies, and the ability to rock to soothe them to sleep after a meal. It's also very spacious and provides great ventilation due to its mesh sides.
Our testers found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, though it does have quite an extensive instruction manual. It's heavier than some of the other side-sleepers but it's still quite portable and can be moved from room to room easily. It's small enough to fit into its travel bag when not in use, which is a plus in the event that you have to transport it. The only downside our testers found was that the side panel didn't move like some of the other models, making it slightly harder to see your baby from your own bed.
The Shnuggle Air
The Shnuggle Air bedside crib is an excellent choice for a crib that grows with your child. It is designed to be a co-sleeping bassinet that is attached to your bed and transform into a stylish 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, which is different from other cribs. The dual-view mesh side panels and hypoallergenic, breathable airflow mattress maximize airflow and keep your baby cool and comfortable. A gentle incline helps to ease reflux and colic while the zip down side allows you to feed or soothe your baby at night.
The kit for conversion to cot (sold separately) is also well-designed, with clear directions and everything you require 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 images, which made it difficult to follow some of the steps. However, overall it was a straightforward process and the quality of materials used was excellent.
The Shnuggle Air is a great choice for women who are breastfeeding or have had a c-section. It allows them to reach out and hold their baby to comfort them and feeding without having to leave their bed. It's ideal for parents who don't want to deal with the stress of putting their child in a traditional cot, or even getting them out of it.
During our tests, we found the gliding motion of this next to me crib to be extremely useful in helping babies fall asleep after feedings at night and midday. The drop-down side is also easily accessed to feed or soothe babies in the middle of the night and was a major draw for our exhausted test moms. Although it doesn't rock or have extra features such as an audio system, the Joie Roomie Slide's sleek design and functionality are a welcome addition our top bedside crib reviews.