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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

If you're looking to keep baby as close as you can at night without getting out of the bed, a crib for bed is the best option. The fabric's breathable design lets you easily see baby and they're incredibly easy to lower for those bleary-eyed 3am feedings.

Some also double up as a moses basket as well.

What is a bedside cot?

A bedside cot bed crib (also called bassinet or co-sleeper) is a small baby crib that can be attached to your adult bed, allowing your newborn to sleep in a safe environment with you. This is a secure form of co-sleeping, which doesn't increase the risk of SIDS as bedsharing does. It also helps you bond with your new baby.

These cots often come with a side that can be adjusted so that you can easily reach your newborn throughout the night for feeding and comforting. This is particularly useful for mothers recovering from a c-section. Many of them are foldable or portable which means you can use them for trips and as a temporary solution for newborns who aren't quite ready to transition into a full-sized crib.

When you are looking for a crib to sleep in Choose a crib with a breathable mattress and a protective cover to shield your baby from the stains. You should also buy baby-safe items such as a blanket, a teether and a cuddly toy.

If you're looking for a more long-term option, some cribs have conversion kits that allow you to convert them into a cot or a toddler bed when the time comes. This is a great way to extend their life span and making the transition more seamless. Some even have a removable top section that converts into a bassinet, and some can be used on a regular or a high-rise adult bed. This is a great option for families that intend to travel frequently or change between bedrooms at night. It is also important to consider how big your bedroom is to ensure that you can fit the crib comfortably. Many cribs come with risers that can be used to create an incline for babies with reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

The Roomie Glide, a bedside crib with changing table crib from the English brand Joie is a wonderful addition to their range of high-quality products for infants. This crib was designed to enable parents to bond and sleep side by side with their babies, without sharing the same bed. It is full of features that make bonding between parent and baby safe, simple, and fun.

A smooth, steady rocking motion could be initiated by pressing a button. This gentle rhythm can to soothe your baby without disrupting their normal sleep patterns. This is perfect for older toddlers or babies who are having trouble settling down. It can also help with digestive issues such as colic and reflux.

The crib can be locked into place once the rocking is done to stop it moving and can be secured to the bed's side by clips and straps. This makes it solid and secure, allowing you to get a good night's rest without worrying about your little one falling off into the middle of the room. The rounded cocoon shape has soft padded sides and double mesh windows at both ends to allow plenty of airflow while protecting your baby.

The mattress is soft and firm. It also includes a washable cover. The aluminum frame is lightweight, making the crib extremely lightweight and easy to set up. The four lockable rubber-covered wheels ensure that the crib does not leave marks on your flooring and are easy to move. It is easy to clean with cloths that wipe clean and is simple to tote in a bag for travel, making it perfect for long-term absences from home.

The Tutti Bambini CoZeeAir

Designed to be a safe crib for babies from birth to six months old, this premium model comes with rocking bars as well as castors that allow for ease of movement. The airflow mattresses are deluxe and provide a comfortable sleeping surface, while the ventilation panels keep your baby cool. There are also 6 different height settings as well as an incline option to help with reflux and congestion.

The Tutti Bambini COZee Air crib comes with a removable fabric and wipe-clean lining. This makes it easier to clean than other bedside cribs that can be a mess to clean. Additionally, it comes with a top bar that can be easily lowered to feed at night without having to search for zips in the dark.

Anna discovered the CoZee to be a safe, comfortable place to sleep for her infant. She was delighted that it didn't rock like some other models, so it didn't wake her up at night when she was trying to soothe her baby for feedings. She also liked that the sides of the chair lowered so that she didn't have to reach over her partner to carry the child out for nighttime feedings.

The CoZee is available in charcoal and oak and is a beautiful addition to the bedroom. It's more an elegant piece of furniture than some of the other cribs we've tested, and can appear quite utilitarian. It's also fairly light at just 11kg, and comes with a carrying case so you can carry it away on holidays or when you move house. The only extras you need to buy are a waterproof cover and a co-sleeping safety strap. The instructions and illustrations are easy to follow when you first open the box.

The Maxi-Cosi Lora

The Iora is a bassinet for the bed that helps parents feel connected to their infant as they sleep. It can be adjusted upwards and downwards, and moved through three different positions for sliding to fit beside the bed of the parent or in the corner, so the baby is always at hand. The mesh siding is breathable, allowing air to circulate through and gives you a quick glance at your little one. And you can stow extra pajamas and supplies in the large storage basket underneath.

The Iora is a smaller bedside cot 6 months plus crib that folds flat. It also comes with a travel case to allow it to be carried anywhere. It was easy to move from room to space, and our mum testers believed it was the perfect size for a bedside crib. They also appreciated the large storage basket, that is ideal for storing nappies or bedding.

This is a great choice for parents looking to co-sleep, but don't wish to share their beds or whose partners may be prone to mobility issues, such as back problems or arthritis. Our mom testers were thrilled to be able to easily access their child in the Iora and that it had an adjustable reflux incline that helped to reduce gas.

Our mums are also thrilled that the mattress is in line with NICE guidelines which state that you should place the infant in the crib or Moses basket on its own (with no blankets, toys, pillows, etc). The mattress is also a good firm and comfortable for babies, and sheets are readily available. It isn't as light as the other cribs that are smaller however, so if you want something lighter and easier to move around with, consider one of the other options in our list.