Bedside Cot Reviews

A bedside crib co sleeper crib, sometimes referred to as a baby bassinet is positioned next to your bed so that you can safely look after your infant during night feeds and nappy-changings, without having to leave bed. These cribs are fantastic for helping to build independence for your child as they become more comfortable in their own space to sleep.

The Joie Roomie Glide

The Joie Roomie Glide is a bedside crib that allows parents to sleep with their infant while making sure that they're asleep safely. Its smooth gliding motion can help calm your baby, and its innovative features allow you to monitor your child without having to leave your bed.

The side panel that slides out of the cot can be lifted and lowered with a simple press of a button. This makes it easy to reach inside and soothe a baby in the night. It also has 11 height adjustments that allow it to fit the mattress of almost any size bed. It also comes with adjustable feet that fold down to ensure that it's placed at just the right level.

The cot is padded, has mesh sides that allow for more the airflow, and the mattress is made from high-density foam for added protection. It's also washable and you can keep the crib clean. It includes a fitted bed sheet that can be used for the crib.

The Roomie Glide, unlike some other bedside baby sleeper cribs is compatible with all beds including divans. This is because of the straps and clips that attach it. It can also be used as a stand-alone crib if it is not attached to your bed and it's packed with features that were designed with parent-baby bonding in mind.

It is essential to keep in mind that this crib will not last as long after your baby turns six months. You will have to purchase a larger crib. But, in general Roanna felt that the Joie Roomie Glide was a excellent purchase and she particularly liked its sleek design.

John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a fair price for a cot. She also liked the way it looked in the bedroom, and believed that the grey color will work well in modern homes. She did mention that it's not a good idea to rock a baby in the early years because it can cause a bad sleep pattern for later.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee

The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib to cot crib is designed to ensure a good night's rest. It features 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 bed. This is perfect for mothers who breastfeed! It's also light and easy to move around during naps or when traveling.

It's made of soft material and has breathable mesh sides to promote airflow. It comes in oak or charcoal with a variety of melange fabrics that can be incorporated with most decor styles. Anna found it solid and secure when it was attached to her bed with the legs securely snapping into the bed and the zips secured to ensure safety for babies. It took her about 10 minutes to assemble and did not require tools, and comes with clear instructions and a video or customer support number if you have any issues.

In addition to the standard features you'd expect from a crib that is bedside cot reviews, like being able to attach to your existing bed with a stay-in-place connection system and six height levels The CoZee comes with an additional incline option that can be used to help aid congestion or reflux in infants. It is also machine-washable essential for all the dribbles and vomit that can be found in a newborn baby!

The CoZee is a great option to keep your child close during their first six months of learning to fall asleep independently. It can be used as a cot, changing station and toddler bed. It can be turned into a sofa bed with the addition of an extension pack. While it isn't able to 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 alternatives. However, it comes with many excellent features. It's designed to function as an individual side sleeper or standalone crib and is suitable from birth to six months. It features a brand new mechanism for opening and closing the side panel and is easy to operate, even for one-handed operation. It's also more flexible than the predecessor, with 11 different height settings as well as retractable legs for a secure installation underneath any bed.

Our testers appreciated the ease of access offered by the side panel, which can be moved upwards and down with one click of a switch. This was a huge benefit in feedings at night because it meant they could easily reach in and take their baby away without waking them.

It is possible to lower the side panel by itself but this is not recommended because it increases the chance that your baby will be thrown out of the cot. The safety locking system makes sure that the side panel will remain in place if it's attached correctly to the parent's mattress. This feature can be very beneficial to have peace of mind when you're breastfeeding and require frequent nighttime feeds.

Telescopic legs enable the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed, including divan bases as well as beds with drawers. It also comes with a tilting function to help babies who are refluxy and a rocking feature to soothe them back to sleep after eating. It's also very spacious and has excellent ventilation thanks to its mesh sides.

The Next2Me Magic was easy to use and set up for our test subjects, even with the lengthy instruction manual. It's a bit heavier than other side-sleepers but it can still be easily moved from one place to another. It can also be folded up into its travel bag, which is great for those who want to transport it. The only negative our test subjects found was that the side panel did not move as much as other models. This made it a bit harder to observe your baby from the bed.

The Shnuggle Air

If you're looking for a bedside crib 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 can be attached securely to your bed, but can also transform into a stylish cot when your baby is ready. It's ideal for feeding at night and for strengthening your bond with your infant.

Unlike some other models of bedside cribs, the Shnuggle Air is built with breathability in mind. Its dual-view mesh sides and breathable, hypo-allergenic airflow mattress maximise airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable. A gentle incline can help to reduce colic and reflux, while the zip down side allows you to feed or soothe your baby throughout the night.

The cot conversion kit is also well-designed, with clear instructions. It includes everything you need. It took us around an hour to assemble, and was relatively simple. The only issue was the lack of captions written on a few of the images, which made it difficult to follow certain steps. Overall, it was a straightforward process and the quality of materials employed was of a high standard.

In the co-sleeping position, we found the Shnuggle Air to be an excellent option for breastfeeding mothers and women who have had a c-section since it allows them to comfortably reach out to their infant to feed and comfort them without having to climb out of their bed. It's also great for mothers who prefer not to go through the hassle of getting in and out of a traditional cot, or placing their child down to sleep.

During our tests we noticed the smooth motion of the next-to-me crib to be particularly helpful when it comes to helping babies fall asleep after feedings at night and midday. 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 moms. Although it doesn't rock, or have additional features like a sound system, the Joie Roomie Glide's sleek design and functionality are a welcome addition to our top bedside crib or cot crib reviews.