Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib (also known as a bassinet) is placed near your bed to allow you to be able to tend to baby during night feeds and diaper changes without having to get out of bed. They also help in creating independence as your little one gets more comfortable in their own space to sleep.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide crib is an ideal bedside crib that allows parents to stay with their newborn while ensuring they are resting safely. Its smooth glide can help calm your baby and its unique features allow you to keep an eye on your child without leaving bed.
The side panel that slides out of the cot can be raised and lowered by a simple pressing of a button. This makes it easy to reach inside and soothe a baby in the night. It also comes with 11 height adjustments that let it fit on the mattress of almost every size bed. Additionally, it has adjustable folding feet to ensure that it is at the right height.
The cot is cushioned, has mesh sides to increase the airflow, and the mattress is made of high-density foam for extra protection. It's also wipeable so you can keep it clean, and it comes with a fitted sheet that is suitable for use with the cot.
Contrary to other cribs that are bedside, the Roomie Glide is suitable for most beds, including divans, thanks to its straps and clip attachment. It can also be used as a stand-alone crib if it is not attached to your bed, and it's packed with amazing features that were created with the bonding of parents and children in mind.
One thing to bear in mind is that although this crib is ideal for infants, it will not last long after your child is six months old, and you will need to invest in a bigger cot. Overall, Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide crib was an excellent buy. She was impressed by its sleek design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a fair 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's not a great idea to rock a young baby because it can set an unhealthy habit that can affect later sleep patterns.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee is an award-winning bedside crib that was designed to ensure a peaceful night's sleep in mind. It features a drop-side rail that can be easily adjusted to feed your child in the evening without disturbing them or causing them to get out of bed. This is ideal for mothers who breastfeed! It's also light, making it easy to move around the house during nap time and for travelling.
It's made from soft materials and has breathable mesh sides to promote airflow. It is available in oak or charcoal with a variety of melange fabrics that blend with all styles of decor. Anna found that it was sturdy and secure once attached to her bed. The legs clicked into place and the zippers were secured for safety. It took Anna around 10 minutes to put together and did not require any tools. There are clear instructions, a video and a customer support number in case you encounter any issues.
The CoZee crib has all the features you would expect from a crib for your bedside, such as the ability to attach it to your bed with a stay-in-place connection system. It also has six height settings. Additionally, there is an inclined feature that can be used to help babies with congestion or reflux. It's also machine washable, a essential feature for all the dribbles and vomit that comes with having a baby!
If you're looking to keep your baby close to you during the first six months of their life when they're learning to sleep independently The CoZee is a great choice as it can also be used as a stand-alone cot, changing table or toddler bed. With the addition of a sofa bed extension pack, it can be converted into an actual cot. It won't feed your baby or magically make them sleep it will rock them to send them off!
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of the more expensive options, but it comes with a lot of features. It's designed to be used as an individual side sleeper or standalone crib and is suitable from birth to six months. It is easy to open and close the side panel using a brand new mechanism. It is also more adjustable than its predecessor, having 11 different height settings as well as retractable legs for a secure place under any bed.
Our testers loved the easy access the side panel provides, which can be moved up and down at the touch of the button. This was particularly useful during nighttime feedings as they could reach in and pick up their baby without waking them.
The side panel can be lowered by itself however it isn't recommended since it increases the risk of your baby falling out of the cot. However, the safety locking mechanism ensures that it will only stay down when attached to the bed properly. This feature is great for peace of mind if you breastfeed and require frequent feedings at night.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic is designed to be compatible with any bed that is divan-based as well as beds with drawers, thanks to the legs that can be telescopic. It features a tilting feature for reflux babies, and an option to rock to soothe them to sleep after a feeding. It's also very spacious and provides excellent ventilation thanks to its mesh sides.
The Next2Me Magic was easy to use and set up for our testers, despite the lengthy instruction manual. It's a bit heavier than other side-sleepers, however it's very mobile and can be moved from room to room easily. It's also small enough to fit into its travel bag when not in use, which is an advantage when you have to transport it. The only issue our testers found was that the side panel didn't flex like some of the other models, making it a little harder to observe your child from your own bed.
The Shnuggle Air
If you're in search of a bedside crib that will expand with your child then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth considering. It's designed to be a sleep-co-sleeping bassinet that will attach securely to your bed, but can also convert into a chic cot when your baby is ready, it's perfect for night-time feeds and for strengthening your bond with your newborn.
In contrast to other cribs for bed, the Shnuggle Air is built with breathability in mind. The mesh side panels with dual-view and airflow mattress that is hypoallergenic and breathable allow for maximum airflow, keeping your baby cool and comfortable. A gentle incline helps to ease 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 includes everything you require. It took us around an hour to put together and was fairly simple to put together. The only drawback was the lack of captions written on some of the pictures which made it difficult to comprehend certain steps. Overall, the process was easy and the materials used were of high quality.
The Shnuggle Air is a great choice for mothers 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 having to leave their bed. bedside crib that turns into cot for parents who do not want to go through the burden of putting their infant in a traditional cot, or getting out of it.
In our tests we observed the gliding motion of this next-to-me crib to be particularly beneficial in helping babies fall asleep after feedings at midday and in the evening. The drop-down side makes it easy to feed or soothe babies throughout the night. This was a big selling point for our tired test mums. The Joie Roomie Glide is a elegant and practical crib that doesn't rock, nor does it come with extra features like a sound machine.