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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

A bedside crib can help you keep your baby close to you at night, without having to get out of bed. The fabric is breathable, which allows you to easily see your baby and they're super easy to lower for those bleary-eyed 3am feeds.

Some double as a moses's basket.

What is a bedside crib?

A bedside crib (also called bassinet or co-sleeper) is a baby cot that attaches to your adult bed, allowing your baby to sleep in a safe environment with you. This is a form of co-sleeping in a safe manner that does not increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) similar to bedsharing and can help you build a bond with your baby's new arrival.

The cots come with an end that can be lowered so that you can reach your baby easily in the nighttime to comfort them and feed them. This is particularly helpful for mothers who are recovering from the c-section. Many are portable or foldable making them suitable for trips and as an interim solution for babies that aren't yet ready to move into a full-sized crib.

Choose a crib that has a mattress that is breathable, as well as a protective cover that will keep your baby safe from stains. You'll also want to purchase baby-safe accessories such as a blanket, a teether and a soft toys.

If you are looking for a longer-term solution, some cribs come with conversion kits that allow you to transform them into a toddler bed or cot when the time is appropriate. This will extend their life and make the transition a lot easier. Some have a removable top section that can be converted into an infant bed, and some can be used on the regular or high-rise adult bed. This is a good choice for families who are planning on frequent travel or switching rooms throughout the night. It is also important to consider the size of your room to ensure you can fit the crib in comfortably. A lot of cribs have an riser that can be used to create an inclined position for infants who suffer from reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

The Roomie Glide, a bedside crib made by the English brand Joie is a wonderful addition to their line of high-quality products for babies. This crib was designed to enable parents to bond and sleep side by side with their children without sharing the same bed. It's loaded with features that make bonding between parent and baby secure, easy and enjoyable.

A smooth rocking motion can be activated by pressing a button. This can soothe baby into sleep with a gentle beat that doesn't disturb their natural sleeping routine. This is great for toddlers and older infants who are struggling to settle and can aid in digestive issues like colic and reflux.

The crib can be locked into it once the rocking is finished to stop it from moving and can be secured to the bed's side with a strap and clip attachment. This makes it extremely stable and secure allowing you to enjoy a great night's sleep without having to worry about your little one rolling off into the middle of the room. The round shape of the cocoon is complemented by softly padding on the sides and double mesh windows on both ends. This allows airflow while keeping your baby safe.

The mattress included is soft and comfortable and has an easily removable cover. The crib is simple to put together and take down thanks to the lightweight aluminum frame that makes it very portable. The four wheels that are rubber-covered and lockable ensure that the crib will not leave marks on your floors and are easy to move. It is easy to clean with wipeable woven fabrics and is easy to carry in a bag for travel, making it perfect for long-term time away from home.

The TuttiBambini Air

This model is made to be a safe baby-sitter from birth to 6 months. It features bars with rocking for easy mobility and castors. The premium airflow mattresses offer a comfortable sleeping surface, and ventilation panels help keep your baby cool. There are six different height settings, including an incline option to aid in reducing reflux and congestion.

The Tutti Bambini COZee Air crib comes with a removable fabric and wipe-clean lining. This makes it much easier to clean than bedside cribs that are messy to clean. It also has a top bar which can be easily adjusted to accommodate feedings at night without having to mess with zips.

Anna discovered that the CoZee could provide a safe, comfortable sleeping space for her infant. She loved the fact that it didn't roll like some other models, which meant it wasn't waking her at night while she was trying to soothe her baby during feedings. She also appreciated that the sides of the chair could be lowered so she didn't need to reach over her partner to carry the child out to feed them at night.

The CoZee is available in charcoal and oak and was a stylish addition to the bedroom. It's more an elegant piece of furniture than some of the other cribs that we've tested, which can appear quite utilitarian. It's also quite lightweight at just 11kg and comes with a carry-on case so you can bring it on holiday or when moving house. The only extras you have to purchase are a waterproof cover and a co-sleeping safety strap. There are step-by-step directions and photos to guide you through the process as you open the box, making it a one-person task should you need to.

The Maxi-Cosi Lora

The Iora is a bassinet that can be placed at the bedside that allows parents to feel more connected to their infant while they sleep. It can be adjusted up and down and moves through three slide positions to fit next to the parent's bed, or in the corner of the room, to ensure that your baby is close to the parent's side. The breathable mesh siding allows air to flow through and gives you a quick glance at your little one. And you can store extra pajamas and supplies in the large storage basket underneath.

The Iora is a smaller bedside crib with changing table cot that can fold flat. It also comes with a travel bag which allows it to be taken anywhere. Our mom testers were able to move it from room to room and felt it was a great size for a bedside crib that turns into cot cot that was not too big or small. They also loved the large storage basket, perfect for storing nappies or other bedding items.

This is a great choice for parents who want to sleep together but don't want to share their bed. Also, if one of the partners suffers from mobility issues, such as back pain or arthritis. Our mom testers love the convenience of being able to access their baby in the Iora and it also has an option to tilt the bed upwards to help with gas.

Our mums love that it follows NICE guidelines. These are to place the infant in a Moses basket or crib on its own, without blankets, toys, pillows etc. They also state that the mattress is firm and comfortable for the baby and easy to find sheets for. It's not as light as some of the smaller cribs on our list, so if prefer something lighter and easier for you to move, you can choose another alternative.