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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

If you want to keep baby bedside co sleeper as close as possible at night, but not have to leave the bed, a crib that is placed beside your bed is the perfect solution. The breathable fabric lets you to see your baby easily and is easy to lower when you need a 3am feed.

Some double as a moses basket, too.

What is a bedside cot?

A bedside crib (also called a co-sleeper or bassinet) is a small infant crib that is attached to your adult bed, allowing your baby to sleep in a safe environment with you. 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 new arrival.

They have an end that can be adjusted to allow you to reach your baby easily at night to comfort and feed them. This is especially useful for mothers recovering from an op. Many are portable or foldable making them suitable to travel or as an interim solution for babies who aren't quite ready to transition into a full-sized crib.

When you are looking for a bedside crib Choose a crib with a breathable mattress and a cover to shield your baby from the stains. You might also want to purchase baby-safe items such as an infant blanket or a teether.

If you're looking for a more long-term option, some cribs come with conversion kits that let you convert them into a cot or a toddler bed at the time of need. This will prolong their life and make the transition smoother. Some come with a removable section at the top that can be converted into the bassinet. Others can be used with either a regular adult bed or a high-rise model. This is a good choice for families who plan on traveling frequently or switching rooms during the night. It is also important to consider the size of your room to ensure you can fit the crib in comfortably. Many cribs come with a riser which can be used to create an inclined position for babies who suffer from reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

Famous for their high-end baby products English brand Joie has stepped into the world of cribs for bedside use with the Roomie Glide. This co-sleeper was designed to allow parents to connect and sleep side by side with their babies, without sharing a single bed. It's loaded with features that help make bonding between parent and baby safe, easy and enjoyable.

One of the key features is a soft rocking motion that can be activated by the press of an button. This gentle rhythm will help soothe your baby to sleep without disrupting their normal sleep patterns. This is perfect for toddlers or older babies who have difficulty settling down. It can also aid with digestive issues such as colic and reflux.

The crib can also be fixed to the side of the bed using an attachment strap and clip. This makes the crib very solid and secure which allows you to rest peacefully, without having to worry that your baby will roll off into the middle. The rounded shape of the cocoon has soft padded side panels and double mesh windows at both ends. This allows airflow while ensuring your baby's safety.

The mattress comes with a firm and comfortable, and has an easy-to-clean cover. The crib is simple to set up and disassemble thanks to a lightweight aluminium frame that makes it very portable. The four wheels that lock are covered in rubber to ensure the crib won't leave marks on your floor and are easy to move around. The crib is easy to clean due to the wipeable woven fabric and can be easily packed in a bag for long-term stays.

The TuttiBambini Air

This premium model is designed to be a safe, baby-sitter from birth to 6 months. It comes with bars with rocking for easy mobility and castors. The airflow mattresses are deluxe and provide an ideal sleeping surface and ventilation panels help keep your baby bedside crib cool. There are six different height settings including an incline setting that can aid in reducing reflux and congestion.

Unlike some bedside cribs which can be a challenge to clean due to their incessant stream of dribble and snot and snot, the Tutti Bambini CoZee Air comes with a wipe-clean liner and fabric that can be removed to wash in the machine. It also comes with a top bar that can be easily adjusted to accommodate nighttime feedings without having to fiddle with zips.

Anna found the CoZee to be a safe, comfortable sleeping space for her infant. She loved that it didn't sway like other models, so it didn't wake her in the night when she was trying to comfort her baby during feeds. She also liked that the sides of the chair was lowered so she didn't need to reach over her partner to lift the child to feed them at night.

The CoZee is available in oak and charcoal and is a chic addition to the bedroom. It's more modern than other cribs we've tried that are usually utilitarian. It's also quite lightweight at just 11kg and comes with a carrying case that allows you to take it with you on vacation or even when you move house. You'll need an waterproof sheet and a safety strap for sleeping together. The instructions and images are easy to follow when you first open the box.

The Maxi-Cosi lora

The Iora is a bassinet for the bed that helps parents feel connected to their child while they sleep. It can be adjusted upwards and downwards and moved to three different positions for sliding to be placed beside the bed of the parent or in the corner so that the baby is always within reach. The mesh siding is breathable, allowing air to circulate through and lets you glance at your child. And you can stow more pajamas and other supplies in the large storage basket under.

In contrast to other bedside cribs, the Iora can be folded flat and comes with a travel bag so that it can be taken anywhere. It was easy to move around from room to room, and our mum testers felt it was the perfect size for a bedside crib. They also appreciated the large storage basket perfect for storing nappies or other bedding items.

This is an excellent choice for parents who want to sleep in a co-sleeping arrangement but do not wish to share their beds, or whose partners might be suffering from mobility issues, such as back problems or arthritis. Our mums who tested it loved the ease with which they could access their baby while in the Iora and that it had an adjustable reflux incline that helped to reduce gas.

Our mothers appreciate that the mattress follows NICE guidelines. These include placing an infant in a Moses basket or crib on its own, without blankets, toys and pillows. The mattress is also sturdy and comfortable for babies, and sheets are easily available. It isn't as light as other cribs for bedside use however and if you're looking for something lighter and easier to move around, look at other options on our list.