Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib (also called a bassinet) is located close to your bed so you can be able to provide care to your baby during feedings at night and changing nappy without getting out of bed. These cribs are great to help develop independence for your child as they get more comfortable in their own space to sleep.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide is a bedside crib that allows parents to sleep together with their baby while making sure that they're asleep safely. The smooth gliding motion of the Joie Roomie Glide will help to calm your baby, and its innovative features allow you to monitor your baby without leaving the bed.
The cot's side panel sliding can be raised and lowered with the touch of the button, making it easy to reach in and soothe a crying baby at night. It has 11 height adjustments to accommodate nearly any mattress size, and adjustable folding feet so that it is at the right height.
The cot is cushioned and features mesh sides for better the airflow, and the mattress is made from high-density foam to provide extra protection. It is also wipeable, so you can keep the crib clean. It includes a fitted bed sheet that can be used for the crib.
The Roomie Glide, unlike some other bedside cribs is compatible with most beds including divans. This is because of the straps and clips which connect it. It can also be used as a standalone crib if it isn't connected to the bed. It comes with a variety of wonderful features designed with the idea of parent-child bonding in mind.
The most important thing to keep in mind is that while this crib is perfect for infants, it will not last long after your child is six months old, which means you will require an additional cot. But, in general Roanna found that the Joie Roomie Glide was a excellent purchase and she was particularly impressed by its sleek design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a reasonable price for an item. She also liked how it looked in the bedroom and thought that the grey shade is a good fit for modern homes. However, she did point out that it's not a great idea to rock a younger baby because it can set an unhealthy habit that can affect later sleep patterns.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib is designed to ensure an uninterrupted night's sleep. It features a drop side rail that can be easily lowered to feed your baby at night without having to wake your child or get up it's ideal for mothers who are breastfeeding! It's also lightweight, which makes it easy to move around the house during nap time and also for travel.
We love that it's constructed of soft fabrics with mesh sides that breathe, which aids in airflow and ease of use. It's available in charcoal and oak, with a range of melange fabrics that blend well with most decor styles. Anna found it to be sturdy and secure when attached to her bed, with the legs firmly snapping into place and the zips secure to ensure baby safety. It took Anna about 10 minutes to put together and did not require any tools. There are clear instructions, a video and a customer support number in case you have any problems.
In addition to the standard features you'd expect from a crib that is bedside that include the ability to connect to your existing bed with a stay-in-place connection system and six height levels The CoZee also comes with an additional incline option which can be used to alleviate reflux or congestion in infants. It's also machine-washable, which is a necessity for all the dribbles, vomit and snot that comes with having a baby!
If you're looking to keep your baby close to you during the first six months of their life when they're able to go to sleep on their own and independently, the CoZee is a fantastic option because it can be used as a separate cot, changing table and toddler bed. With the addition of a sofa bed extension pack, it could be transformed into an actual cot. While it will not feed your baby or magically put them to sleep, it will rock them to send them off!
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of the more expensive options, but it is packed with lots of features. bedside cot sale can be used either a side-sleeper or a standalone crib and is suitable for infants ranging from birth to six months. It features a brand new mechanism to open and close the side panel and is easy to use even with one hand. It's also more adjustable than its predecessor, with 11 different height levels and retractable feet for a secure fit under any bed.
Our testers were impressed with the simple access to the side panel that can be lowered and raised at the touch of a button. This was particularly helpful in the evening when feeding time was over, since they could reach inside and pick their baby up without waking them.
It is possible to lower the side panel by itself, but this isn't recommended because it increases the chance that your baby will fall out of the cot. The safety locking system guarantees that the side panel will only remain in place if it's attached correctly to the parent's mattress. This is an excellent feature to have for peace of mind, particularly in the case of breastfeeding and frequent feedings at night.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic is designed to be a perfect fit for any bed that is divan-based as well as beds with drawers thanks to the telescopic legs. It comes with a tilting function for babies with reflux, as well as an option to rock to calm them after a meal. It's also extremely large and has great ventilation due to its mesh sides.
Our testers found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, although it does have quite a long instruction manual. It's heavier than some of the other side-sleepers but it's still quite mobile and can be moved from room room easily. It's also able to fold into a travel bag which is great for those who want to transport it. The only downside our testers found was that the side panel didn't flex like some of the other models, which made it difficult to observe your child from your bed.
The Shnuggle Air
If you're looking for a bedside crib that will develop with your child, then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth considering. It's a sleeper crib that attaches securely to your bed and can be transformed into a stylish cot when your baby is old enough. Ideal for feeding at night and strengthening the bond you have with your baby's new.
Contrary to other models of bedside crib The Shnuggle Air is built with breathability in mind. The mesh side panels with dual-view and hypoallergenic, breathable airflow mattress maximize airflow and keep your baby cool and comfortable. The gentle incline helps reduce colic and reflux. The zipper-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 includes everything you require. It took us around an hour to put together and was fairly straightforward. The only issue was the absence of captions written on some of the pictures which made it difficult to understand some of the steps. However, it was a straightforward procedure and the quality of the materials employed was of a high standard.
In the co-sleeping mode, we discovered the Shnuggle Air to be an excellent choice for breastfeeding mums and women who have had a C-section as it allows them to comfortably reach out to their infant for comfort and feeding without having to climb out of their bed. It's a great option for parents who don't want the stress of putting their child in a traditional cot, or getting them out of it.
In our tests, we found the gliding motion of this next-to-me crib to be especially useful in getting babies to sleep after feedings at midday and in the evening. The drop-down side makes it easy to feed or soothe babies throughout the night. This was a huge selling point for our tired test mums. The Joie Roomie Glide is a sleek and functional crib that isn't rocking, nor does it come with extra features like an audio system.