Bedside Cot Reviews

A bedside crib (also called a bassinet) is located close to your bed so you can safely tend to your baby during night feeds and diaper changes without needing to get out of the bed. They are also ideal for building independence as your little one grows more comfortable in their own space to sleep.

The Joie Roomie Glide

The Joie Roomie Glide is a bedside crib that allows parents to co-sleep with their newborn whilst making sure they're safe. Its smooth glide can help soothe your baby to sleep and its ingenious features allow you to monitor your child without having to leave bed.

The side panel that slides out of the crib can be raised and lowered by a simple push of a single button. This makes it simple to reach inside and soothe a crying baby at night. It also comes with 11 height adjustments that let it accommodate the mattress of nearly any size bed. It also includes adjustable folding feet to ensure it's placed at just the right level.

The cot is cushioned and features mesh sides for better the airflow, and the mattress is made of high-density, foam for extra protection. It is also wipeable, so you can keep the cot clean. It includes a fitted bed sheet that is suitable for the crib.

The Roomie Glide, unlike some other cribs for beds, is compatible with most beds including divans. This is because of the clips and straps which connect to it. It can also be used as a stand-alone crib if it is not attached to the bed. It's packed with features that are created with the bonding of parents and children in mind.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that although this crib is ideal for newborns, it won't last long once your child is six months old, and you'll require an additional cot. But, in general Roanna felt 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 fair price for an item. cot bedside liked the way it appeared in the bedroom and thought that its grey colour is a good fit for modern homes. She also mentioned that it's not an ideal idea to rock a baby younger because it can create a bad sleep pattern for later.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee

The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib is designed to give you a good night's rest. It comes with an adjustable side rail that can be easily lifted to feed your child during the night without disturbing them or getting out of bed. This is great for breastfeeding mothers! It's also lightweight, making it easy to move around the house during naps and when traveling.

It's made from soft materials and features mesh sides that are breathable to help promote airflow. It's available in charcoal and oak and comes with a variety of melange fabrics that work well with a variety of decor styles. Anna discovered that it was sturdy and secure after being affixed to her bed. The legs slid into place and the zippers were secure for safety. It took Anna about 10 minutes to put together and did not require any tools. There are clear instructions as well as a video, and a customer service number should you encounter any issues.

Alongside the usual features you'd expect from a crib that is bedside that include the ability to connect to your bed using a stay-in-place connector system and six height levels, the CoZee has an additional incline option which can be used to help aid congestion or reflux in infants. It can also be washed in the machine - a must for all the dribbles and vomit that accompany a new baby!

If you want to keep your baby close to you during the first six months of their life when they're beginning to learn to sleep independently The CoZee is a fantastic option because it can be used as a standalone cot, changing table or toddler bed. It can also be transformed into a sofa bed by the addition of an extension pack. 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 Chicco's more expensive options, however it is packed with lots of features. It can be used as either a side-sleeper or as a standalone crib, and is suitable for infants ranging from birth to six months. It is easy to open and close the side panel with the new mechanism. It's also more flexible than its predecessor with 11 different height levels and feet that retract to installation under any bed.

Our testers appreciated the ease of access offered by the side panel, which can be moved upwards and downwards with just one click of a switch. This was an enormous help during feeding times at night, as it meant they could reach into and pick up their baby without disturbing them.

The side panel can be lowered by itself however it isn't advised as it increases the chance of your child falling out of the cot. The patented safety locking system ensures that the side panel will only remain in place if it's connected correctly to the mattress of the parent. This is a wonderful feature to have for peace mind, particularly when you're breastfeeding and need frequent nighttime feedings.

The Chicco Next2Me Magic is designed to be a perfect fit for any bed, including divan bases and beds with drawers thanks to the legs that telescopic. It also comes with an option to tilt for reflux babies and a rocking mode to bring them back to sleep after eating. It's also incredibly spacious and provides excellent ventilation thanks to its mesh sides.

The Next2Me Magic was easy to use and set up for our test subjects, even with the lengthy instruction manual. It is a little heavier than other side-sleepers, but it's easily moved from one place to another. It's also small enough to fit in a travel bag when not in use, which is an advantage when you have to transport it. The only drawback our test subjects found was that the side panel did not flex as much as some of the other models, making it a little harder to see your baby from your own bed.


The Shnuggle Air

If you're looking for an ideal bedside crib that can grow with your child, then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth considering. It's a crib for co-sleeping 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 enhancing the bond you have with your baby's new.

The Shnuggle Air crib is designed to breathe, unlike some other cribs. The mesh side panels with dual-view as well as the airflow mattress that is hypoallergenic and breathable allow for maximum airflow, keeping your baby comfortable and cool. The gentle slope helps ease reflux and colic. The zip-down side allows you to feed your baby, or even comfort 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 around an hour to put together and was relatively easy to put together. The only issue with the instructions was that some pictures did not have captions. This made it difficult for us to follow. Overall, the procedure was easy and the materials used were of top quality.

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 baby for feeding and comfort without having to get up from their own bed. It's also great for those who want to avoid the stress of getting into and out of a traditional cot, or placing their baby down for a nap.

During our testing we noticed the smooth motion of this next-to-me crib to be extremely beneficial in getting babies to sleep after feedings at night and midday. The drop-down side is also accessible to feed or calm babies in the middle of the night this was a huge benefit for our exhausted test mothers. The Joie Roomie Glide is a modern and stylish crib that doesn't rock, or have extra features such as the sound machine.