Bedside Cot Reviews

A bedside co sleeper cot crib (also called a bassinet) sits near your bed so you can be able to provide care to baby during night feeds and nappy changes without needing to get out of bed. These cribs are great for fostering independence in your child as they get more comfortable in their own space to sleep.

The Joie Roomie Glide

The Joie Roomie Glide crib is a crib that can be placed at the bedside cots for newborns, allowing parents to sleep with their infant while ensuring that they are safe to sleep. Its smooth glide will help soothe your baby to sleep and its unique features allow you to keep an eye on your child without having to leave bed.

The cot's sliding side panel raises and lowers at the press of a button, making it easy to reach in and soothe a crying baby in the night. It has 11 height adjustments to fit almost any mattress size and adjustable folding feet to ensure that it is at the right height.

In terms of safety, the cot is padded and comes with mesh sides to provide more airflow, and the mattress is made of high-density foam for additional protection. It can also be cleaned which means you can keep the crib clean. It comes with a fitted mattress sheet that is suitable for the crib.

The Roomie Glide, unlike some other cribs for bed, is compatible with a wide range of beds, including divans. This is because of the straps and clips that attach to it. It can also be used as a standalone crib when it's not connected to your bed, and it's packed with amazing features that were specifically designed with the bonding between parents and babies in mind.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that even though this crib is ideal for newborns, it won't last long after your child is six months old, which means you'll have to purchase a bigger cot. But, in general Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide was a really good buy and she particularly liked its sleek design.

The Roomie Glide is available to purchase at John Lewis for PS160, which Roanna felt was an affordable price for a cot featuring such innovative features. She liked the way it looked in her bedroom and thought its gray color would be appropriate for most modern homes. However, she did point that it's not a great idea to rock a young baby as it could set an unhealthy habit that can affect later sleep patterns.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee

The Tutti Bambini CoZee is an award-winning twin bedside cot crib designed with a safe night's sleep in mind. It has a drop-side rail that is easily lowered to feed your baby at night without having to disturb your little one or get them out of bed It's perfect for mothers who are breastfeeding! It's also lightweight and easy to move around during nap time or when traveling.

It's made of soft material and has breathable mesh sides to promote airflow. It's available in charcoal and oak and comes with a variety of melange fabrics that are compatible with all decor styles. Anna found it to be sturdy and secure when attached to her bed with the legs securely clicking into the frame and the zips securely secured to ensure baby safety. It took her around 10 minutes to assemble and didn't require tools, with clear instructions and a video as well as a customer support contact number should you have any problems.

The CoZee crib comes with all the features you'd expect from a crib for your bed, including the ability to attach it to your existing bed with a stay-in-place connection system. It also has six height settings. Additionally, there is an inclined feature that can be used to help infants suffering from reflux or congestion. It's also machine-washable, which is a necessity with all the dribble, vomit and snot that come with having a baby!

The CoZee is a fantastic option for keeping your child close during their first six months of learning to sleep independently. It can be used as a crib, changing station or Bedside Cot Reviews toddler bed. With the addition of a sofa bed extension pack, it can be transformed into an actual bed. It isn't able to 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 most expensive models, but it comes with a lot of features. It's designed to be used as a side sleeper or standalone crib, and is suitable for babies up to six months. It has a new mechanism to open and close the side panel and is easy to operate even with one hand. It is also more adjustable than the predecessor, with 11 different height settings and retractable legs for a secure fit underneath any bed.

Our testers were impressed with the simple access the side panel provides that can be lowered and raised at the touch of the button. This was a huge help in feedings at night because it meant they could easily reach inside and take their baby away 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 be thrown out of the cot. However, the patented safety locking mechanism guarantees that it can only remain in place if it is connected to the parent's bed correctly. This feature is fantastic for peace of mind if you're breastfeeding and require frequent nighttime feeds.

Telescopic legs enable the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed, including divan bases or beds with drawers. It also comes with a tilting function to help babies who are refluxy and a rocking feature to soothe them back to sleep after eating. It's also extremely large and offers excellent ventilation due to its mesh sides.

Our testers found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, however it comes with lengthy instructions. It is a little heavier than other side-sleepers but it's easily moved from one room to another. It's small enough to be able to fit into a travel bag when not in use which is a plus if you need to transport it. The only drawback our test subjects found was that the side panel did not flex like some of the other models, making it slightly harder to observe your child from your own bed.

The Shnuggle Air

If you're in search of a crib for your bed that will develop with your child, then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth considering. It's a sleeper crib that can be attached securely to your bed and can be converted into a chic cot when your baby is old enough. Ideal for feeding at night and enhancing 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. 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 reduce colic and reflux. The zipper-down side lets you to feed your baby or comfort them during the night.

The conversion kit for cots (sold separately) is also well-designed, with clear directions and everything you need to get started. It took us around an hour to assemble, and was relatively simple. The only drawback was the lack of written captions on a few of the images, which made it difficult to comprehend certain steps. However, it was a simple process and the quality of materials employed was of a high standard.

In the co-sleeping mode, we discovered the Shnuggle Air to be an excellent option for breastfeeding mothers and women who have had a C-section because it lets them easily reach out to their newborn for feeding and comfort without having to leave their bed. It's also great for those who prefer not to go through the difficulty of getting into and out of a traditional cot, or placing their baby down for a nap.

During our testing, we found the gliding motion of this next-to-me crib to be extremely useful in getting babies to sleep after feedings at night and midday. The drop-down sides make it easy to feed or soothe babies throughout the night. This was a major selling point for our tired test mums. Although it doesn't rock or have additional features like a sound machine, the Joie Roomie Glide's sleek design and functional features are a welcome addition to our top bedside cots uk crib reviews.