A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed
A bedside crib can help you keep your baby close during the night without having to get up. The fabric is breathable and allows you to easily see your baby and is easy to lower if you need to feed your baby at 3am.
Some double as moses' baskets.
What is a bedside cot?
A bedside crib, also referred as a bassinet or co-sleeper is a baby cot that is attached to an adult bed. This allows your child to sleep with you in safety. This is a secure form of co-sleeping and doesn't increase the risk of SIDS like bedsharing. It also helps you bond with your new baby.
They usually come with a side that can be adjusted so that you can easily reach your baby at night to feed and comforting. go now is especially useful for mums recovering from the c-section. Some are also mobile or foldable, which means you can take them on trips and use them as a temporary sleeping option for babies who aren't ready to transition to a larger cot.
When shopping for a bedside crib, look for a model with a breathable mattress and a cover to shield your infant from stains. You may also want to purchase baby-safe items such as the blanket or teether.
If you are looking for a more long-term solution cribs are available with conversion kits that allow you to transform them into a toddler bed or cot at the time that is appropriate. This is a great way to extend their lifespan and making the transition easier. Some have a removable section at the top that can be converted into a bassinet. Some can be used with either a regular adult bed or a high-rise one. This is a good choice for families who plan on traveling frequently or transferring between bedrooms during the night. Consider the size of your bedroom to ensure you fit in the crib comfortably. A lot of cribs have a riser which can be used to create an incline to accommodate babies with reflux.
The Joie Roomie Glide
Famous for their high-end baby products, English brand Joie has entered the world of cribs for bedside use with the Roomie Glide. The idea behind the product is to help parents bond with their infants while they sleep together without sharing a bed. This co-sleeper has features that help make bonding between parents safe, easy and fun.
One of the most important features is a smooth rocking motion that can be activated with the push of a button. This gentle rhythm will help soothe your baby to sleep without disturbing their natural sleeping patterns. This is perfect for older babies or toddlers who have difficulty settling down. It can also assist with digestive issues like colic and reflux.
The crib can be locked into its place after the rocking has been done to stop it moving. It can also be secured on the bed's side using clips and straps. This makes it extremely solid and secure, allowing you to enjoy a great night's sleep without worrying about your child sliding off into the middle of the room. The cocoon's rounded shape features softly padded sides and two mesh windows on both ends to allow plenty of air flow whilst keeping your baby secure.
The mattress is soft and comfortable, and has a removable cover. The aluminium frame is light and lightweight, making the crib extremely portable and easy to assemble. The four wheels that are rubber-covered and lockable ensure that the crib does not leave marks on your flooring and are easy to move. The crib is easy to clean due to the wipeable woven fabric and is easily put in a bag for long-term stays.
The TuttiBambini Air
This superior model is designed to be a safe, baby-sitter from birth until 6 months. It comes with bars that rock for easy mobility and castors. Its airflow mattress is luxurious and provides a comfortable sleep surface while the ventilation panels keep your baby cool. There are 6 different height settings, including an incline option that could aid in reducing reflux and congestion.
Unlike some bedside cribs that can be a nightmare to clean due to their incessant stream of snot and dribble, the Tutti Bambini CoZee Air comes with a wipe-clean lining and fabric that can be removed to wash in the machine. 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 found the CoZee to provide a safe, comfortable sleeping space for her infant. She was delighted that it didn't rock like some other models, so it didn't wake her up at night while she was trying to soothe her baby during feedings. She also loved that the side was lowered so that she didn't have to reach out over her partner to carry the baby out for night time feeds.
The CoZee is available in charcoal and oak and is a beautiful addition to the bedroom. It's more modern than the other cribs we've tested and are typically utilitarian. It's also quite lightweight at just 11kg and comes with a carrying case, so you can take it on holiday or when you are moving home. The only things you'll have to purchase are a waterproof sheet and a safety strap for co-sleeping. There are helpful step-by-step instructions and pictures to help you put it together when first opening the box and making it a single-person job when needed.
The Maxi-Cosi Lora
The Iora is a bedside bassinet that allows parents to feel more connected to their infant while they sleep. It adjusts up and down and slides through three positions to be placed next to the bed of the parent, or in the corner of the room so that baby is always close to the parent's side. The breathable mesh siding allows air to flow through and lets you glance at your child. You can also put away any extra pajamas or items in the large basket beneath.
The Iora is a smaller bedside crib that folds flat. It also comes with a travel case to allow it to be carried anywhere. It was easy to move around from room to space, and our mum testers felt it was the perfect size for a bedside crib. The large storage basket is perfect to store bedding and nappies.
This is a great choice for parents who want to sleep in a co-sleeping bed but don't want to share their bed. If one of the parents has mobility issues such as arthritis or back pain. Our mom testers loved the ease with which they could access their baby while in the Iora and that it had an option to have a reflux incline which helped alleviate gas.
Our moms appreciate that the mattress follows NICE guidelines. These are to place the infant in the Moses basket or crib on its own without toys, blankets or pillows. They also claim that the mattress is comfortable and firm for babies and is easy to find sheets for. It's not as light as other cribs that are smaller on our list, so if prefer something lighter and easier for you to move around, consider a different option.