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A bedside crib (also called a bassinet) sits near your bed so you can be able to provide care to baby during night feeds and changing nappy without having to get out of the bed. These cribs are fantastic for helping to build independence for your child as they become more comfortable in their own sleeping space.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide crib is a bedside crib which allows parents to rest with their newborn while ensuring they are resting safely. The smooth gliding motion of the Joie Roomie Glide will help to calm your baby and its unique features let you monitor your child without having to leave your bed.
The side panel that slides out of the crib can be raised and lowered with just a pressing of a button. This makes it simple to reach inside and soothe a crying baby at night. It has 11 height adjustments that can be adjusted to fit almost any mattress size. It also has adjustable folding feet that ensure it sits exactly at the correct level.
The cot is cushioned and features mesh sides for better ventilation, and its mattress is made of high-density, foam for extra protection. It can also be cleaned and you can keep the crib clean. It includes a fitted mattress sheet that can be used for the crib.
Unlike some other bedside cribs like the Roomie Glide is suitable for most beds, including divans, thanks to its straps and clip attachment. It can also be used as a standalone crib even when it's not connected to the bed. It has many amazing features designed with the idea of parent-child bonding in mind.
One thing to bear in mind is that even though this crib is perfect for infants, it will not last long after your child is six months old, which means you'll need to invest in a bigger cot. Overall, Roanna found that the Joie Roomie Glide was a very good purchase and she especially liked its sleek design.
The Roomie Glide is available to purchase at John Lewis for PS160, which Roanna considered to be a reasonable cost for a cot that has these innovative features. She also liked how it looked in the bedroom and thought that the grey color would suit most modern homes. However, she pointed out that it isn't an ideal idea to rock a younger baby because it can set the stage for bad habits that will affect later sleep patterns.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee is an award-winning bedside crib designed with a safe night's sleep in mind. It has a drop-side rail that can be easily lifted to feed your child in the evening without disturbing them or getting out of bed. This is great for breastfeeding mothers! It's also light, making it easy to move around the house during nap time and for travelling.
We love the fact that it's made of soft fabrics with mesh sides that breathe, which aids in airflow and ease of use. It's available in charcoal and oak and comes with a variety of melange fabric options that work well with a variety of decor styles. Anna found it to be sturdy and secure when attached to her bed with the legs securely clicking into the bed and the zips secured to ensure safety for babies. It took Anna about 10 minutes to put together and did not require any tools. There are clear instructions along with a video and customer service number should you have any problems.
The CoZee crib has all the features you'd expect from a crib to your bed, including the ability to connect it to your existing bed using a stay-in-place connection system. It also comes with six height settings. Additionally there is an inclined feature that can be used to assist infants suffering from reflux or congestion. It is also machine-washable - a must for all the dribbles and snot that accompany a new baby!
If you want to keep your baby close during the first six months when they're learning to sleep independently, the CoZee is a fantastic option as it can also be used as a separate cot, changing table and toddler bed. It can even be converted into a sofa bed with the addition of an extension pack. Although it can'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 alternatives. However, it comes with numerous amazing features. It's designed to function as a side sleeper or standalone crib, and is suitable from birth up to six months. It features a brand new mechanism to open and close the side panel. It's simple to use even with one hand. It's also more adjustable than its predecessor, having 11 different height settings and retractable legs for a secure installation underneath any bed.
Our testers loved the ease of access provided by the side panel, that can be moved up and down with one push of a switch. This was particularly useful during nighttime feedings as they could reach inside and pick their baby up without waking them up.
It is possible to lower the side panel by itself, but this isn't advised, because it increases the chance that your child could get out of the cot. However, the patented safety locking mechanism guarantees that it will only remain in place if it is connected to the bed properly. This is an excellent feature to have for peace mind, particularly when you're breastfeeding and need frequent feedings at night.
bedside cot 6 months plus permit the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed, such as divan bases as well as beds with drawers. It has a tilting feature to help reflux babies, and the ability to rock to ease them into sleep after a feeding. It's also extremely spacious and offers excellent ventilation thanks to its mesh sides.
Our test subjects found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, although it does come with lengthy instructions. It's heavier than other side-sleepers, but it's fairly mobile and can be moved from room to room easily. It's also able to fold into a bag for travel which is ideal for those who want to transport it. The only downside our test subjects found was that the side panel didn't flex like some of the other models, which made it a little harder to observe your child from your bed.
The Shnuggle Air
The Shnuggle Air bedside crib is an excellent choice if you want a crib that grows with your child. It's a sleeper crib that can be attached securely to your bed and can be transformed into a stylish cot once your baby is old enough. Ideal for feeding at night and strengthening the bond between you and your baby's new.
The Shnuggle Air crib is designed to breathe, unlike some other cribs. Its dual-view mesh side panels and the airflow mattress, which is hypoallergenic and breathable maximize airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable. The gentle slope helps reduce colic and reflux. The zip-down side lets you to feed your baby or soothe them during the night.
The kit for converting cots is also well-designed with clear instructions. It comes with everything you need. It took us about an hour to assemble, and was fairly simple to put together. The only issue was the lack of captions written on a few of the images which made it difficult to understand some of the steps. However, overall it was a simple procedure and the quality of materials used was high.
In co-sleeping mode we discovered the Shnuggle Air to be an excellent choice for breastfeeding mums and women who have had a C-section, because it lets them easily reach out to their infant for comfort and feeding without having to leave their bed. It's also great for those who prefer not to go through the hassle of getting into and out of a traditional cot or putting their baby down for a nap.
During our testing we noticed the smooth motion of this next to me crib to be extremely useful 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 throughout the night. This was a huge selling point for our exhausted test moms. While it doesn't rock or come with extra features such as an audio system, the Joie Roomie Glide's sleek design and functionality make it a great addition to our top bedside crib reviews.