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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

If you want to keep baby as close as possible to him at night without getting out of the bed, a crib that is placed beside your bed is the perfect solution. The breathable fabric lets you to easily see your baby bedside cot and is easy to lower when you need an early feeding.

Some double as a moses's basket.

What is a bedside crib?

A bedside crib, also referred to as a bassinet, or co-sleeper is a crib for babies that is attached to your adult bed. This allows your baby to sleep right next to you in a safe environment. This is a type of co-sleeping in a safe manner that does not increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) like bedsharing, and can help you build a bond with your newborn.

They have one side 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 who are recovering from a csection. Many of them are portable or foldable which means you can use them for travel and as an interim solution for infants that aren't yet ready to transition into a crib that is large enough.

Look for a crib with an air-conditioned mattress, as well as an extra-safe cover that will keep your baby safe from stains. You'll also want to pick up some baby-safe add-ons such as a blanket and a soft toy.

If you're looking for a more long-term option, some cribs have conversion kits that allow you to turn them into a cot, or a toddler bed at the time of need. This will prolong their life and make the transition a lot easier. Some have a removable top section that transforms into a bassinet, and some can be used on an ordinary or high-rise adult bed. This is a great option for families that plan on traveling frequently or switching rooms during the night. Consider the dimensions of your bedroom to ensure that you be able to fit in the crib comfortably. A lot of cribs have a riser which can be used to create an incline for babies with reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

The Roomie Glide, a bedside cots crib from the English brand Joie, is a great addition to their range of high-quality products for infants. This crib was designed to help parents connect and sleep side by side with their babies without sharing one bed. It's loaded with features that make bonding between parent and baby safe, easy and enjoyable.

A smooth rocking motion can be initiated by pressing the button. This gentle rhythm can help to soothe your baby without disrupting their normal sleep patterns. This is perfect for toddlers or older babies who are having trouble settling down. It can also help with digestive issues like colic and reflux.

The crib can also be attached to the side of the bed using a strap and clip attachment. This makes the crib stable and secure, allowing you to sleep peacefully, without having to worry that your child will slide off into the middle. The rounded cocoon shape has soft padded sides and double mesh windows on both sides to allow for plenty of airflow while keeping your baby secure.

The mattress is soft and firm and is covered in a washable material. The crib is simple to assemble and disassemble with an aluminum frame that is lightweight and makes it extremely 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 able to be easily tucked away in a bag for long-term stays.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air

Created to be a safe next-to-me crib from birth to six months old, this premium model comes with rocking bars as well as castors for easy mobility. Its deluxe airflow mattress offers a comfortable sleep surface while ventilators ensure your baby is kept cool. There are six different height settings including an incline setting to aid with congestion and reflux.

The Tutti Bambini COZee air crib comes with a removable fabric and a wipe-clean lining. This makes it much easier to clean than some bedside cribs that are messy to clean. It also has a top bar that can be easily lowered to allow for feeding at night without the need to juggle zips.

Anna discovered the CoZee to be a safe, comfortable place to sleep for her infant. She was pleased that it didn't move like other models, which meant she didn't wake up at night while trying to soothe her baby to feed. She also liked that the side of the chair was lowered so that she didn't have to reach over her partner to lift the child out to feed her at night.

The CoZee comes in oak or charcoal and is a stylish accessory to any bedroom. It's more of an expensive piece of furniture than many of the other cribs that we've tested, which can look quite utilitarian in comparison. It's also quite light at 11kg, and comes with a carrying case, so you can take it on holiday or when moving house. The only extras you need to buy are a fitted waterproof sheet and a co-sleeping safety strap. The instructions and illustrations are easy to follow when you first open the box.

The Maxi-Cosi Lora

The Iora is a bassinet that can be placed at the bedside that allows parents to feel more connected to their infant while they sleep. It can be adjusted up and down, and moved through three different positions for sliding to fit under the bed of the parent or in the corner, so the baby is always at hand. The breathable mesh siding allows air to flow through and lets you glance at your child. You can also keep additional pajamas or other items in the large basket underneath.

As opposed to other bedside crib options Iora is a standout among other bedside cribs. Iora can be folded flat and comes with a carry-on bag so that it can be taken anywhere. Our mum testers were able to move it from room to room and felt that it was a good size for a bedside cot sale cot, and not too big or small. They also loved the large storage basket, perfect for storing spare bedding or nappies.

This is a great choice for parents who wish to sleep in a co-sleeping bed but don't want to share their bed. Or if one of the parents has mobility issues like back pain or arthritis. Our mums who tested it loved the ease with which they could access their baby in the Iora and that it came with an adjustable reflux incline that helped reduce gas.

Our mothers appreciate that the mattress follows NICE guidelines. These include placing an infant in the Moses basket or crib on its own without blankets, toys or pillows. They also say that the mattress is comfortable and firm for babies and is easy to find sheets for. It isn't as light as the other cribs that are smaller, though, so if you want something lighter and easier to move around with, look at alternatives on our list.