The Best foldable bedside crib Cot

They are designed to be put by your bed to make it easier to reach your baby at 3am for night feeds and changing nappy. They are also a great alternative to a Moses Basket.

Safe sleep tips from The Lullaby Trust and NHS recommends infants sleep in a crib, away from your bed in order to avoid the risk of suffocation or overheating. This cosy option was a favorite by our mom testers. It is a smooth motion that can help soothe babies to sleep.

1. Joie Roomie Glide

The Roomie Glide is an innovative bedside cot from English brand Joie that is designed to allow you to sleep in a safe manner without sharing the bed. It has a smooth, single-hand glide that gently lulls your infants into a state of bliss without having to get off your side of the bed. It also has an easy-to-use glide lock that locks it in place after your child is fast asleep. There are safety straps to ensure it stays securely attached to your bed, and retractable wheels that allow you to move it when you want to.

The curved cocoon shape softly padded sides, and double-mesh windows enhance the security and comfort of your child's sleeper. It's also easy to assemble and cot bedside disassemble, making it ideal to take on trips and then pack away. The cot bedside comes with a machine-washable mattress cover that is easy to clean. Additional sheets of cotton are sold in two-packs.

Roanna was awed by this cotbed and deemed it "a top-quality purchase". She liked that the gliding motion was gentle and lulled her to sleep. She also found the design to be elegant and said it would fit into most bedroom decors. She did mention that it's great for infants, but when they reach the age of six months, you'll require a bigger cot.

She also liked that the side panel that slides could be lifted by one hand, so she could easily respond to wake-up calls from her bed to feed or soothe her children. Another benefit was that the Roomie Glide has 11 height adjustments, so it can be fitted to nearly any size bed, cot bedside and it comes with clips and straps to hold it securely.

2. BassiNest

The HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper has many advantages with a side pouch that's perfect for diapers, nipple cream and other items you'll require during the newborn stage. It also has a sturdy mattress and a solid base which can be easily cleaned up after spit-ups, blowouts and the other mishaps associated with infants. Additionally, it is machine washable so you can keep it fresh.

The most appealing feature of this cot bedside is that it can rotate 360 degrees, meaning you can get closer to your baby to ensure peace of mind. Its side wall, which is patent-pending, lowers and then automatically returns to allow you to take care of your baby from bed without having to step out of your way This is particularly important for new mothers recovering from C-sections.

Its swivel feature allows you to relax while your baby naps in your arms and helps you scoop them up for cuddles or feedings in the bed. It has a night light and three soothing sounds, two levels of vibration and a nursing timer that will keep you on the right track in your breastfeeding or bottle feeding routine.

The premium version includes wood accents for an elegant look and a premium yarn-dyed fabric. It also comes with a floor light to let you see in the dark without disturbing your baby or your companion, and a storage caddy to keep everything you need at your fingertips. Both versions of the HALO Bassinest feature a stable and adjustable base that can fit on beds up to 34" tall. The side wall can also be locked to increase security. It is designed to be used until your baby shows signs that they are rolling over or reaches a weight of 20 lbs. It has been independently tested and inspected by JPMA to meet the safety standards of Health Canada and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

3. Maxi-Cosi lora

The sleek bedside bassinet features an elegant design, with a range of contemporary colours, and wood effect features. It's a winner for sleep. The breathable mesh siding allows plenty of air to circulate and offers a great view of your baby, and the mattress is comfortable enough to allow for both nighttime and nap time during the day. It also has an incline function to help with reflux, alleviating reflux and congestion if needed. And when you're ready to move your baby into their own room, it converts to a stylish standalone crib with a comfortable mattress. It also folds flat and fits in an easy-to-carry bag so you can carry it on a weekend away or if baby stays at Grandma's.

This co-sleeper is shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards, which are for the best Cot or Crib, or Moses Basket. It provides optimum comfort to baby during the first few months of. It has a breathable mattress that is extra thick and adjustable to five different heights, and a rocking feature to help with infants who are fussy during nap time. It's also constructed with EcoCare fabric, Maxi-Cosi’s new premium fabric that is soft and supple on the baby's body.

Its slim frame makes it smaller than the majority of bedside cots. It's also easy to raise the bed to the proper level using just two levers. (Some mothers have found it difficult to move the bar linking the legs upwards and downwards. It also glides from side to side, which can help you position it closer to your bed when it's time to feed your baby feeding at night or to help soothe your baby to sleep. It also comes with a large basket that can store all baby's necessities.

4. Shnuggle Air

Shnuggle is an organization that creates products that make parenting easier for parents, and more secure for infants. The company began with their first hypoallergenic wicker-free moses basket in 2009 and has been awarded more than 50 industry and consumer awards.

The crib's dual-view mesh sides maximize the airflow and allow you to monitor baby. Its mattress is also 50% more comfortable than standard foam mattresses and is tested to highest British safety standards. The crib can also be transformed into a cot by a separate kit, making it an adaptable sleeping solution for infants and toddlers. Softly padded side panels prevent the baby's arms and legs from being caught by bars on the cot. Fabrics are washable and can be hand washed.

This bedside crib travel crib is easy to move around due to its swivel wheel. It can be attached securely to a bed frame or divan. This is the only product on this list with an open, slide-down side. It is able to be opened for evening comforting or feeding.

This model is different from the other bassinets which are in this guide. It features soft padding on the sides instead of cot bars. This stops the legs and arms of babies from becoming entangled. It's a great choice for mothers who are breastfeeding or who have had a csection, since it's easy to get the baby inside and out.

It also comes with more features than cribs on this list, such as an easy incline for colic and reflux as well as a storage hammock beneath and seven height adjustments. But our parent testers did say the safety catch on the top bar may click loudly when reattached, which could wake up your baby. The mattress and fabric can be taken off and cleaned by hand. The crib is also easy to assemble.

5. Clair de Lune

The third movement of Claude Debussy's 1890 Suite bergamasque called 'Clair deLune' (French for moonlight) is inspired by Paul Verlaine's romantic poem, and conveys a dreamy sense of a sun-drenched Italian small town. It also fits into Twilight, where Edward Cullen has it on his stereo as he woos Bella and gazes at her with that vampire love. It's a melodramatic love story certainly but the music is fantastic.

Mike Mills adapted this piece for his 2009 film C'mon C'mon. In the film, the piece isn't played by a pianist but by the San Francisco Saxophone Quartet.