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A bedside crib (also called a bassinet) is located close to your bed so you can safely tend to your baby during feedings at night and changing nappy without having to get out of the bed. These cribs are great to help develop independence in your child as they become more comfortable in their own bed.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide is a bedside crib that lets parents sleep with their infant while ensuring they're sleeping safely. The smooth gliding motion of the Joie Roomie Glide can help ease your baby's sleep, and its innovative features let you monitor your child without leaving your bed.
The side panel that slides out of the cot can be raised and lowered with a simple pressing of a button. This makes it easy to reach inside and soothe a crying baby at night. It also comes with 11 height adjustments that let it accommodate the mattress of nearly every size bed. Additionally, it comes with adjustable feet that fold down to ensure that it's placed at just the right level.
In terms of safety the cot is padded and comes with mesh sides for increased ventilation, while its mattress is made of high-density foam for additional protection. It is also wipeable, so you can keep the cot for bedside clean. It is fitted with a mattress sheet that is suitable for the crib.
The Roomie Glide, unlike some other cribs for beds, is compatible with all beds including divans. This is thanks to the clips and straps that connect it. It can also be used as a standalone crib if it isn't connected to the bed. It has many incredible features that were that were designed with baby and parent bonding in mind.
It is crucial to keep in mind that this crib won't last as long as when your baby turns six months. You will have to buy a bigger crib. However, overall Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide was a very good purchase and she particularly liked its elegant design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a reasonable price for an item. She also liked the way it appeared in the bedroom and believed that the grey color will work well in modern homes. However, she pointed out that it isn't an ideal idea to rock a younger baby as it could set the stage for bad habits that will affect later sleep patterns.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib co sleeper crib is designed to ensure the best sleep possible. 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 causing them to get out of the bed. This is perfect for breastfeeding mothers! It's also light and easy to move around during naps or when traveling.
We love that it's made from soft materials with mesh sides that breathe, which aids in airflow and comfort. It is available in charcoal or oak with various melange fabrics that blend with a variety of styles. Anna discovered that it was sturdy and secure once attached to her bed. The legs snapped into place and the zippers were secured to ensure security. It took Anna approximately 10 minutes to put it together and did not require any tools. There are clear instructions along with a video and customer service number should you encounter any issues.
Alongside the usual features you'd expect from a crib that is bedside such as the ability to be connected to your existing bed using a stay-in-place connection system and six height levels The CoZee also comes with an additional incline option that can be used to help ease reflux or congestion in infants. It's also machine-washable, which is a necessity with all the dribble, vomit and snot that come with having a newborn!
If you want to keep your baby close during the first six months of their life when they're learning to sleep independently The CoZee is a fantastic option because it can be used as a standalone cot, changing table or toddler bed. It can even be converted into a sofa bed with the addition of an extension pack. It will not feed your baby or magically put them to sleep it will gently rock them to send them off!
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of Chicco's more expensive options, but it comes with a lot of features. It's designed as a side sleeper or standalone crib, and is suitable for babies up to six months. It's easy to open and close the side panel with the new mechanism. It's also more flexible than its predecessor, having 11 different height levels and retractable feet for a secure fit under any bed.
Our testers loved the easy access the side panel provides, which can be lowered and raised with just one push of a button. This was a huge help during feeding times at night, as it meant they could easily reach in and take their baby away without waking them.
The side panel can be lifted by itself, but it's not advised as it increases the chance of your child falling out of the cot. The safety locking system ensures that the side panel will stay down if it is connected correctly to the parent's mattress. This is a wonderful feature to have in place for peace of mind, particularly in the case of breastfeeding and frequent night feeds.
Telescopic legs enable the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed, such as divan bases as well as beds with drawers. It has a tilting feature for babies with reflux, as well as a rocking function to help soothe them to sleep after a meal. It's also extremely spacious and provides excellent ventilation due to its mesh sides.
The Next2Me Magic was easy to use and set up for our testers, even with the lengthy instruction manual. It's heavier than some of the other side-sleepers but it's still very portable and can be moved from room room easily. It's also foldable into a travel bag, which is a great option for those who want to transport it. The only thing our testers have found is that the side panel didn't flex as much compared to other models. This made it a bit harder to see your baby from your bed.
The Shnuggle Air
If you're in search of a crib for your bed that will develop with your child, then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth looking into. It's designed to be a sleep-co-sleeping bassinet that will attach securely to your bed, but can also transform into a stylish cot when your baby is ready. It's perfect for night-time feeds and growing your bond with your baby.
The Shnuggle Air crib is designed to breathe, not like other cribs. Its dual-view mesh side panels and breathable, hypo-allergenic airflow mattress maximise airflow to keep your baby bedside cot cool and comfortable. The gentle incline helps ease reflux and colic. The zipper-down side lets you to feed your baby or comfort them at night.
The conversion kit for cots (sold separately) is also well-designed, with clear directions and everything you need to begin. It took us about an hour to assemble, and was fairly simple to put together. The only drawback to the instructions was that some pictures did not have captions. This made it difficult for us to follow the instructions. Overall, the process was easy and the materials used were of top quality.
The Shnuggle Air is a great option for mothers who are nursing or have had a c-section. It lets them reach out and touch their baby to comfort them and feeding without leaving their bed. It's also great for those who want to avoid the difficulty of getting into and out of a traditional cot or putting their baby down to sleep.
During our testing, we found the gliding motion of this next to me crib to be especially beneficial in lulling babies back to sleep after feedings at midday and in the evening. The drop-down side makes it easy to feed or soothe babies during the night. This was a huge selling point for our exhausted moms who took part in our tests. The Joie Roomie Glide is a sleek and functional crib that doesn't rock nor has extra features like an audio system.