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Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib, sometimes referred to as a bassinet for babies, is placed near your bed to ensure you can be able to attend to your infant during night feeds and nappy-changings without having to leave bed. These cribs are great for fostering independence in your child as they get more comfortable in their own bed.
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. The smooth glide motion helps to soothe your baby to sleep, and its ingenuous features let you monitor them without having to leave your bed.
The side panel that slides out of the cot can be lifted and lowered with just a press of a button. This makes it simple to reach inside and soothe a baby in the night. It has 11 height adjustments to accommodate almost any mattress size. It also has adjustable folding feet so that it is at the correct level.
In terms of safety, the cot is padded and has mesh sides for better airflow, and the mattress is made of high-density foam for additional protection. It's also washable which means you can keep the cot clean. It comes with a fitted bed sheet that is suitable for the crib.
The Roomie Glide, unlike some other cribs for bed, is compatible with most beds including divans. This is because of the clips and straps which connect to it. It can also be used as a standalone crib when not attached to the bed. It's packed with features specifically designed with the bonding between parents and babies in mind.
One thing to keep in mind is that even though this crib is great for infants, it will not last long after your child is six months old, and you'll require an additional cot. Overall, Roanna felt that the Joie Roomie Glide was a very good purchase and she particularly liked its elegant design.
The Roomie Glide is available to purchase at John Lewis for PS160, which Roanna considered to be a reasonable price for a cot featuring the most advanced features. She also liked how it was positioned in the bedroom and believed that its grey colour will work well in modern homes. However, she did point out that it's not a great idea to rock a young baby as it could set an unhealthy habit that can affect later sleep patterns.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee is an award-winning bedside crib designed with a secure night's rest in mind. It has a drop-side rail that can be easily adjusted to feed your child at night without disturbing them or getting out of the bed. This is great for breastfeeding mothers! It's also lightweight, which makes it easy to move around the house during nap time and also for travel.
We love that it's made of soft materials that have mesh sides that are breathable, which promote airflow and comfort. It's available in charcoal and oak and has a variety of melange fabric options that blend well with most decor styles. Anna found it to be sturdy and secure when affixed to her bed with the legs firmly snapping into place and the zips secure for baby-safety. It took Anna about 10 minutes to put it together and did not require any tools. There are clear instructions, a video and a customer support number if you encounter any issues.
Alongside bedside sleeper cot 'd expect from a bedside crib, like being able to be connected to your existing bed using a stay-in-place connection system and six levels of height The CoZee also comes with an additional incline option which can be used to help aid congestion or reflux in babies. It can also be washed in the machine - a must for all the dribbles, vomit, and snot that come with a newborn baby!
If you're looking to keep your baby close during the first six months when they're learning to sleep independently The CoZee is a great choice because it can be used as a separate crib, changing table and toddler bed. With the addition of a sofa bed extension pack, it can be transformed into an actual cot. While it won't magically bring your baby to sleep or feed them, it can rock the baby and take them to school.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of the more expensive options, but it is packed with lots of features. It's designed to function as a side sleeper or a standalone crib and is suitable from birth to six months. bedside cot wooden features a brand new mechanism to open and close the side panel, and is easy to use even with one hand. It's also more flexible than the previous model, with 11 different height settings as well as retractable legs for a secure fit underneath any bed.
Our testers were impressed with the simple access the side panel provides that can be lowered and raised by pressing a button. This was particularly helpful at night, as they could reach in and pick their baby up without disturbing them up.
It is possible to lower the side panel by itself, but this isn't recommended since it increases the likelihood that your baby will be thrown out of the cot. But, the patented safety locking mechanism means that it will only remain in place if it is connected to the parent's bed correctly. This is an excellent feature to have for peace of mind, particularly in the case of breastfeeding and frequent nighttime feedings.
Telescopic legs permit the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed including divan bases or beds with drawers. It features a tilting feature to help reflux babies, and a rocking function to help ease them into sleep after a meal. It's also incredibly spacious and provides great ventilation due to its mesh sides.
Our test subjects found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, although it does have quite a long instruction manual. It's heavier than some of the other side-sleepers, but it's quite mobile and can be moved from room to room easily. It's small enough to be able to fit into its travel bag when not in use which is an advantage in the event that you have to transport it. The only downside our testers found was that the side panel didn't flex as much as the other models, making it a little harder to observe your child from your bed.
The Shnuggle Air
If you're looking for a crib for your bed that will grow with your child, then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth looking into. Designed to be a 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 for strengthening your bond with your baby.
Unlike some other models of bedside crib like the Shnuggle Air is built with breathability in mind. Its dual-view mesh sides as well as breathable, hypo-allergenic airflow mattress maximise airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable. A gentle incline helps to ease reflux and colic while the zip down side allows you to feed or comfort your baby at night.
The conversion kit for cots (sold separately) is also well-designed, with clear instructions and everything you require to start. It took us around an hour to assemble and was fairly simple to put together. The only issue with the instructions was that a few pictures did not have captions. This made it difficult to follow. However, it was a simple process and the quality of the materials used was excellent.
The Shnuggle Air is a great choice for mothers who are nursing or have had an e-csection. It allows them to reach out and touch their baby for comfort and feeding without having to leave their bed. It's ideal for parents who do not want to go through the hassle of putting their baby in a traditional cot, or getting out of it.
In our tests we noticed the smooth motion of the next-to-me crib to be especially beneficial in helping babies fall asleep after feedings at midday and in the evening. The drop-down sides make it easy to feed or soothe babies during the night. This was a major selling point for our tired test mums. The Joie Roomie Glide is a modern and stylish crib that doesn't rock or have extra features such as the sound machine.