9 Signs You're A Small Bedside Cot Expert
A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed
If you're looking to keep baby as close as you can at night, but not have to leave the bed, a crib for bed is the best option. The breathable fabric allows you to easily see your baby and is easy to lower when you need a 3am feed.
Some double as moses' baskets.
What is a bedside cot?
A bedside crib (also called bassinet or co-sleeper) is a small baby cot that attaches to your adult bed, allowing your infant to sleep in a safe environment with you. This is a safe form of co-sleeping and doesn't increase the risk of SIDS like bedsharing. It can also help you bond with your newborn baby.
These cots have an end that can be lowered so that you can reach your baby easily in the nighttime to comfort them and feed them. This is particularly helpful for mothers recovering from a c-section. Many are portable or foldable so you can use them for travel and as a temporary solution for newborns who aren't ready to move into a full-sized crib.
Choose a crib that has a mattress that is breathable, as well as an extra-safe cover that will shield your baby from staining. You'll also want to pick up some baby-safe add-ons such as a blanket, a teether and a soft toys.
If you are looking for a more long-term solution, some cribs come with conversion kits that let you transform them into a toddler bed or cot at the time that is right. This will extend their life and make the transition easier. Some come with a removable section at the top that can be transformed into an infant bed. Some can be used in conjunction with an adult bed that is standard or a high-rise bed. This is a great option for families that are planning on frequent travel or transferring between bedrooms throughout the night. You should also consider the size of your bedroom to ensure you can fit the crib comfortably. A lot of cribs have a riser which can be used to create an inclined position for babies who suffer from reflux.
The Joie Roomie Glide
They are known for their high-end baby products English brand Joie has stepped into the world of cribs that are bedside with the Roomie Glide. Designed to help parents bond with their children while sleeping side by side without sharing a bed this co-sleeper comes with features that help make bonding between parents easy, safe and enjoyable.
A smooth, steady rocking motion could be activated by pressing a button. It can help soothe baby to sleep with a gentle rhythm that doesn't disturb their natural sleeping routine. This is great for toddlers or older babies who struggle to settle down. It can also help with digestive problems like reflux and colic.
The crib can also be attached to the side of the bed with clips and straps. This makes the crib very solid and secure, allowing you to sleep comfortably without fearing that your child will slide off into the middle. The cocoon's rounded shape features soft padded sides and double mesh windows at both ends to allow for plenty of airflow while making sure your baby is safe.
The mattress included is soft and comfortable and comes with an easily removable cover. The crib is simple to assemble and disassemble with the lightweight aluminum frame that makes it very portable. The four lockable rubber-covered wheels ensure that the crib will not leave marks on your flooring and are easy to move. The crib is easy to clean with the wipeable woven fabric and is easily put in bags for long-term stays.
The TuttiBambini CoZee Air
This premium model is designed to be a safe, baby-sitter from birth until 6 months. It has bars that rock to make it easy to move and castors. The airflow mattress is a premium model that provides a comfortable sleep surface while ventilators ensure your baby is kept cool. There are 6 different height settings including an incline option that can aid in reducing reflux and congestion.
The Tutti Bambini COZee Air crib comes with a removable fabric and wipe-clean lining. This makes it much easier to clean than some bedside cribs that can be a mess to clean. It also has a top bar that can be easily adjusted to accommodate feedings at night without having to mess with zips.
Anna found the CoZee to be a safe, comfortable place to sleep for her baby. She liked that it didn't move like other models, which meant she wasn't disturbed at night while trying to comfort her child during feedings. She also appreciated that the side of the chair could be lowered so she didn't need to reach over her partner in order to lift the child to feed her at night.
The CoZee is available in charcoal or oak and is a stylish addition to any bedroom. It's more of an expensive piece of furniture than many of the other cribs that we've tested, which can appear quite utilitarian. It's also lightweight at just 11kg and comes with a carry-on case so you can bring it on holiday or even when you move house. It's all you need to buy is a waterproof sheet and a safety strap to sleep with your partner. There are bedside travel cot cotsfortots -by-step instructions and pictures to guide you through the process as you open the box, making it a single-person job should you need to.
The Maxi-Cosi Lora
The Iora is a bassinet that can be placed at the bedside that helps parents feel closer to their infant while they sleep. It can be adjusted up and down and moved to three different slide positions to fit under the parent's bed or in the corner so that the baby is always within reach. The mesh siding allows air to flow through and allows you to see your baby quickly. You can also put away additional pajamas or other items in the large storage basket beneath.
The Iora is a bedside crib that is smaller and can fold flat. It also comes with a travel case to allow it to be carried anywhere. Our mum testers were able to move it from room to room and believed it was a great size for a bedside cot, not too big or too small. The large storage basket is great for storing extra bedding or nappies.
This is a great option for parents who wish to sleep together, but don't wish to share their bed. Or if one of the parents has mobility issues like arthritis or back pain. Our mom testers loved the ease with which they could access their baby in the Iora and that it had an adjustable reflux incline that helped reduce gas.
Our moms also love the fact that it complies with NICE guidelines, which are to place the infant in the crib or Moses basket on its own (with no toys, blankets, pillows, etc). They also say that the mattress is firm and comfortable for baby and is easy to find sheets for. It isn't as light as other cribs for bedside use however, so if you want something lighter and more portable, consider one of the other options in our list.