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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

If you're looking to keep your baby as close as you can at night without getting out of bed, a bedside crib is the ideal solution. The breathable fabric allows you to see your baby clearly and is easy to lower when you require a 3am feed.

Some double as a moses' basket.

What is a bedside crib or cot crib?

A bedside crib, also referred to as a bassinet or co-sleeper, is a small crib for babies that is attached to your adult bed. This allows your newborn to sleep next to you in safety. This is a safe form of co-sleeping that doesn't increase the risk of SIDS, like bedsharing. It can also help you bond with your newborn baby.

They usually have a side that can be raised, so you can easily reach your newborn throughout the night for feeding and comforting. This is especially helpful for mothers who are recovering from a c-section. Many of them are portable or foldable which means you can use them for travel and as a temporary solution for newborns who aren't quite ready to be able to transition to a larger crib.

Find a crib that has a mattress that is breathable, as well as a protective cover that will protect your baby from staining. You may also want to buy baby-safe accessories such as an infant blanket or a teether.

If you're looking for a long-term option, some cribs have conversion kits that let you transform them into a cot or a toddler bed when the time comes. This is great for extending their lifespan and making the transition easier. Some come with a removable section at the top that can be transformed into the bassinet. Others can be used in conjunction with a standard adult bed or a high-rise one. This is a good choice for families who plan on frequently traveling or transferring between bedrooms at night. Consider the dimensions of your bedroom to ensure that you be able to fit in the crib comfortably. Many cribs come with an adjustable riser that can be used to create an inclined position for infants who suffer from reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

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

One of the key features is a smooth, rocking motion that can be activated with the press of an button. It can help soothe baby to sleep with a gentle beat that doesn't disrupt their natural sleep pattern. This is great for toddlers and older babies who are struggling to settle. It can aid in digestive issues like reflux and colic.

The crib can be locked into place once the rocking is completed to stop it from moving and can also be secured to the bed's side using a strap and clip attachment. This makes the crib solid and secure, allowing you to sleep comfortably without fearing that your baby will roll off into the middle. The rounded shape of the cocoon is complemented by softly padding on the sides as well as double mesh windows at both ends. This allows for airflow while ensuring your baby's safety.

The mattress included is comfortable and firm and is covered in a washable material. The lightweight aluminium frame makes the crib extremely portable and easy to assemble. The four lockable rubber-covered wheels ensure that the crib will not leave marks on your floors and are easy to move. The crib is easy to clean with the fabric that wipes clean and is able to be easily tucked away in bags for long-term stays.

The Tutti Bambini CoZeeAir

This model is made to be a secure, baby-sitter from birth until 6 months. It has bars with rocking for easy mobility and castors. The deluxe airflow mattresses provide a comfy sleeping surface, while the ventilation panels keep your baby cool. There are 6 different height settings and an incline option that could help with reflux and congestion.

The Tutti Bambini COZee air crib has a removable fabric and a wipe-clean lining. This makes it much easier to clean than bedside cribs that are a mess to clean. It also has a top bar that can be easily lowered for feeding at night without having to fiddle with zips in the dark.

Anna found the CoZee to be a safe, comfortable place to sleep for her infant. It was a pleasure to not move like other models, which meant she didn't wake up in the night trying to soothe her child for feedings. She also appreciated that the side of the chair was lowered so she didn't have to reach over her partner in order to lift the child to feed them at night.

The CoZee is available in charcoal and oak and is a chic addition to the bedroom. It's more an expensive piece of furniture than many of the other cribs that we've tested, which can appear quite utilitarian. It's also lightweight at just 11kg and comes with a carrying case that allows you to take it with you on vacation or when moving house. It's all you need to buy is an extra waterproof sheet and safety strap to sleep with your partner. There are step-by-step directions and pictures to help you put it together as you open the box and making it a single-person job should you need to.

The Maxi-Cosi lora

The Iora is a bassinet for infants designed to make parents feel connected with their infant while they sleep. It can be adjusted up and down and can be moved through three slide positions to fit beside the parent's bed, or in the corner of the room so that the baby is always close to the parent's side. The mesh siding allows air to flow through, and allows you to quickly see your baby. You can also store extra pajamas and supplies in the large storage basket beneath.

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

This is a great choice for parents who want to sleep in a co-sleeping bed but don't want to share their bed. Also, if one of the parents has mobility issues like arthritis or back pain. Our mum testers love the fact that they can easily access their baby in the Iora and that it has an optional reflux incline to aid in reducing gas.

Our moms appreciate the fact that it meets NICE guidelines, which are to place the infant in the crib or Moses basket on its own (with no blankets, toys pillows, etc.). They also claim that the mattress is firm and comfortable for the baby and easy to find sheets for. It isn't as light as other smaller bedside cribs however and if you're looking for something lighter and more portable, think about one of the other options in our list.