Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib, also referred to as a bassinet for babies, is positioned next to your bed so that you can safely attend to your baby during night feedings and nappy-changings, without having to leave your bed. They are also great for building independence as your little one grows more comfortable in their own sleep space.
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 glide motion helps to soothe your baby to sleep. Its innovative features allow you to monitor them without having to leave your own bed.
The sliding side panel 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 crying baby at night. It has 11 height adjustments to fit almost any mattress size. It also has adjustable folding feet that ensure it sits exactly at the right height.
The cot is cushioned, has mesh sides to increase ventilation, and its mattress is made of high-density foam for extra protection. It can also be cleaned which means you can keep the cot clean. bedside cot used cots4tots includes a fitted bed sheet that is suitable for the crib.
In contrast to other cribs for bedside use, the Roomie Glide is suitable for all beds, including divans, thanks to its straps and clip attachment. It can also be used as a standalone crib if it is not attached to the bed. It's packed with features that were designed with parent-baby bonding in mind.
One thing to keep in mind is that even though this crib is great for newborns, it won't last long once your little one turns six months old, so you will need to invest in a bigger cot. However, overall Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide was a really good buy and she particularly liked its elegant design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a reasonable price for such a cot. She also liked how it was positioned in the bedroom, and believed that the grey shade will work well in modern homes. She did point out that it's not an ideal idea to rock a baby in the early years because it can create an unhealthy sleep pattern that can be difficult to overcome later.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee is an award-winning bedside crib that was designed with a safe night's sleep in mind. It comes with an adjustable side rail that can be easily lifted to feed your child at night without disturbing them or getting out of the bed. This is perfect for mothers who breastfeed! It's also lightweight and easy to move around during naps or for travel.
We love the fact that it's made from soft materials with mesh sides that are breathable, which promote airflow and ease of use. It comes in charcoal or oak with various melange fabrics that can be incorporated with most decor styles. Anna found it sturdy and secure when attached to her bed with the legs firmly snapping into the frame and the zips securely secured for baby-safety. 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 support number if you encounter any issues.
The CoZee crib is equipped with all the features you would expect from a crib to your bedside, including the ability to connect it to your existing bed using a stay-in-place connection system. It also has six height settings. In addition it has an incline feature that can be used to assist infants suffering from reflux or congestion. It's also machine washable, a necessity for all the dribbles and vomit that come with having a new baby!
If you're looking to keep your baby close to you during the first six months as they're beginning to learn to sleep independently The CoZee is a fantastic option because it can be used as a stand-alone crib, changing table and toddler bed. It can also be transformed into a sofa bed by the addition of an extension pack. While it won't magically put your baby to sleep or feed them, it will rock the baby and take them to school.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of Chicco’s more expensive options. However, it has a lot of excellent features. It's designed to function 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 thanks to a new mechanism. It is also more adjustable than its predecessor, having 11 different height settings as well as legs that retract to installation underneath any bed.
Our testers were impressed with the simple access the side panel provides, which can be moved up and down by pressing the button. This was particularly helpful at night, as they could reach in and pick their baby up without waking them.
It is possible to lower the side panel by itself, but this isn't advised, since it increases the likelihood that your child could get out of the cot. However, the safety locking mechanism ensures that it can only remain in place if it is connected to the parent's bed correctly. This feature is fantastic to have peace of mind when you are breastfeeding and need frequent night feeds.
Telescopic legs permit the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed including divan bases and beds with drawers. It comes with a tilting function for reflux babies, and the ability to rock to soothe them to sleep after eating. It's also very spacious and provides excellent ventilation due to its mesh sides.
Our testers found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, however it comes with an extensive instruction manual. It's a bit heavier than other side-sleepers but it's still quite portable and can be moved from room room with ease. It can also be folded into a travel bag, which is ideal for those who want to transport it. The only negative our testers have found is that the side panel didn't move as much as other models. This caused it to be a bit more difficult to see your baby from your bed.
The Shnuggle Air
The Shnuggle Air bedside crib is a great option when you're looking for an infant crib that will grow with your child. It's designed to be a sleep-co-sleeping bassinet that can be attached securely to your bed but also transform into a chic cot when your baby is ready. It's ideal for feeding your baby at night and for strengthening your bond with your infant.
The Shnuggle Air crib is designed to breathe, not like other models. Its dual-view mesh sides as well as airflow mattress that is breathable and hypoallergenic increase airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable. The gentle incline helps reduce colic and reflux. The zip-down side allows you to feed your baby or soothe them at night.
The cot conversion kit is also well designed, with clear instructions. It includes everything you require. It took us an hour to put together and was surprisingly simple. The only downside was the lack of captions in writing on a few images which made it difficult to follow some of the steps. 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 allows them to reach out and touch their baby for comfort and feeding without leaving their bed. It's also great for mothers who want to avoid the stress of getting into and out of a traditional cot, or putting their baby down to sleep.
The gliding motion was found to be very beneficial in lulling babies to sleep after feedings at night or midday. The drop-down sides make it easy to feed or soothe babies throughout the night. This was a big selling point for our tired test moms. The Joie Roomie Glide is a elegant and practical crib that doesn't rock or have extra features such as a sound machine.