Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib (also called a bassinet) is placed close to your bed to allow you to be able to tend to your baby during night feeds and nappy changes without having to get out of the bed. They also help in building independence as your child becomes more confident in their own bed.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide is a bedside crib that lets parents sleep with their infant while making sure they're safe. The smooth glide motion helps to lull your baby back into sleep and its innovative features let you monitor them without leaving your own bed.
The side panel that slides out of the cot can be lifted and lowered by a simple press of a button. This makes it easy to reach inside and soothe a baby in the night. It has 11 height adjustments to accommodate nearly any mattress size, and adjustable folding feet that ensure it's at the correct level.
In terms of safety the cot is padded and comes with mesh sides to provide more ventilation, and its mattress is made from high-density foam for additional protection. It's also washable, so you can keep the cot clean. It comes with a fitted bed sheet that can be used for the crib.
The Roomie Glide, unlike some other bedside cribs is compatible with a wide range of beds, including divans. This is thanks to the straps and clips that attach it. It can also be used as a stand-alone crib when not attached to the bed. It's full of amazing features that were created with the bonding of parents and children in mind.
It is important to remember that this crib will not last as long as when your baby turns six months old. You will have to buy a bigger cot. Overall, Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide crib was an excellent buy. She was impressed by its sleek design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a fair price for such a cot. She was pleased with the way it was positioned in her bedroom and thought the grey color would work in the majority of modern homes. However, she pointed out that it's not an ideal idea to rock a younger baby as it could set a bad habit for later sleep patterns.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib is designed to ensure the best sleep possible. It comes with an adjustable side rail that can be easily lifted to feed your child during the night without disturbing them or causing them to get out of bed. This is great for mothers who breastfeed! It's also light and easy to move around during naps or for travel.
It's made of soft material and features breathable mesh sides to promote airflow. It's available in oak and charcoal and has a variety of melange fabrics that work well with a variety of decor styles. Anna found it sturdy and secure when affixed to her bed, with the legs firmly snapping into the bed and the zips secured for baby-safety. It took her about 10 minutes to put together and did not require tools, and comes with clear instructions and a video or customer support contact number should you encounter any issues.
rocking bedside crib is equipped with all the features you'd expect from a crib to your bedside, including the ability to attach it to your existing bed using a stay-in-place connection system. It also has six height settings. In addition there is an inclines feature that can be used to aid infants suffering from reflux or congestion. It's also machine-washable, a essential feature with all the dribble, vomit and snot that come with having a newborn!
If you're looking to keep your baby close during the first six months as they're learning to sleep independently and independently, the CoZee is a great choice because it can be used as a separate cot, changing table and toddler bed. It can also be transformed into a sofa bed with the addition of an extension pack. It will not feed your baby or magically make them sleep, it will rock them until they go off!
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of Chicco's most expensive options, but it comes with a lot of features. It's designed to be used as a side sleeper or standalone crib, and is suitable from birth to six months. It is easy to open and close the side panel with a brand new mechanism. It's also more adjustable than its predecessor with 11 different height levels as well as retractable feet for a secure fit under any bed.
Our testers loved the ease of access offered by the side panel, which can be moved upwards and down with one push of a switch. This was especially helpful during nighttime feedings as they could reach in and pick up their baby without waking them up.
The side panel can be removed on its own, but it's not recommended since it increases the chance of your baby falling out of the cot. But, the patented safety locking mechanism means that it can only stay down when attached to the bed of the parent correctly. This feature is great for peace of mind if you're breastfeeding and require frequent feedings at night.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic is designed to be compatible with any bed that includes divan bases as well as beds with drawers, thanks to the telescopic legs. It also has tilting functions to help babies who are refluxy and a rocking feature to bring them back to sleep after eating. It's also extremely spacious and has excellent ventilation thanks to its mesh sides.
Our testers found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, although it comes with a long instruction manual. It's a bit heavier than other side-sleepers but it's easily moved from one place to another. It can also be folded into a bag for travel which is a great option for those who want to transport it. The only thing our testers have found is that the side panel did not flex as much compared to other models. This caused it to be a bit more difficult to observe your baby from the bed.
The Shnuggle Air
The Shnuggle Air bedside crib is a great 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 turned into a stylish cot once your baby is old enough. It is ideal for feeding your baby at night and strengthening the bond you have with your new born.
In contrast to other cribs for bed like the Shnuggle Air is built with breathability in mind. Its dual-view mesh sides and airflow mattress that is breathable and hypoallergenic maximize airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable. The gentle slope helps reduce colic and reflux. The zip-down side allows you to feed your baby or comfort them during the night.
The kit for conversion to cot (sold separately) is also well-designed, with clear directions and everything you need to get started. It took us around an hour to construct and was surprisingly simple. The only drawback was the absence of written captions on a few images, which made it difficult to comprehend certain steps. Overall, the process was simple and the materials used were of top quality.
The Shnuggle Air is a great option for mothers who are breastfeeding or have had an e-csection. It lets them reach out and touch their baby for comfort and feeding without leaving their bed. It's ideal for parents who don't want the hassle of putting their baby in a traditional cot, or getting them out of it.
In our tests, we found the gliding motion of the next-to-me crib to be extremely beneficial in 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 major selling point for our exhausted moms who took part in our tests. The Joie Roomie Glide is a elegant and practical crib that doesn't rock nor has extra features like a sound machine.