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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

A crib that is placed near your bed will allow you to keep your baby close at night without needing to get out of bed. The breathable fabric allows you to see your baby clearly and they are easy to lower when you need an early feeding.

Some double as a moses's basket.

What is a bedside baby sleeper crib?

A bedside crib, also referred as a bassinet or co-sleeper is a baby cot that is attached to an adult bed. This allows your newborn bedside cot to sleep with you in peace. This is a secure form of co-sleeping that doesn't increase the risk of SIDS, like bedsharing. It also helps you bond with your newborn baby.

They have an end that can be lowered to allow you to reach your baby easily in the nighttime to comfort them and feed them. This is particularly helpful for mums recovering from a c-section. Many are also foldable or portable, so you can bring them along on trips and use them as a sleeping option for babies who aren't ready to transition to a full-sized cot.

Choose a crib that has a breathable mattress, and a protective cover that will keep your baby safe from staining. You might also want to purchase some baby-safe accessories like an infant blanket or a teether.

If you're looking for a more long-term solution, some cribs come with conversion kits that let you transform them into a toddler bed or cot when the time is appropriate. This can extend their lifespan and make the transition a lot easier. Some have a removable section at the top that can be transformed into the bassinet. Others can be used in conjunction with an adult bed that is standard or a high-rise one. This is a good choice for families that plan on traveling frequently or transferring between bedrooms during the night. It is also important to consider how big your bedroom is to ensure that you can squeeze the crib in comfortably. A lot of cribs have a riser which can be used to create an inclined position for infants who suffer from reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

They are known for their high-end baby products, English brand Joie has stepped into the world of cribs that are bedside with the Roomie Glide. Designed to allow parents to bond with their babies whilst sleeping together, without sharing a bed this co-sleeper comes with features that make bonding between parents and babies easy, safe and enjoyable.

A gentle rocking motion can be initiated by pressing a button. This gentle rhythm can soothe your baby into sleep without disrupting their natural sleep patterns. This is ideal for older babies or toddlers who are having trouble settling down. It can also assist with digestive issues such as reflux and colic.

The crib can be locked in its place after the rocking has been done to stop it moving and can also be secured on the side of your bed using clips and straps. This makes the crib stable and secure, allowing you to sleep peacefully, without having to worry that your child will slide off into the middle. The rounded shape of the cocoon is complemented by softly padded side panels and double mesh windows at both ends. This allows for airflow while ensuring your baby's safety.

The mattress is soft and firm. It comes with a washable cover. The crib is simple to put together and take down thanks to the lightweight aluminum frame that makes it extremely portable. The four wheels that are rubber-covered and lockable ensure that the crib does not leave marks on your flooring and is easy to move. It is easy to clean with fabric wipes and is easy to carry in a bag for travel, which makes it ideal for long-term absences from home.

The TuttiBambini CoZee air

Designed to be a safe next-to-me crib from birth to six months, this superior model features rocking bars and castors to allow for ease of movement. Its deluxe airflow mattress offers an ideal sleeping surface and the ventilation panels keep your baby cool. There are six different height settings including an incline option that can aid with congestion and reflux.

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

Anna discovered that the CoZee was a comfortable and safe sleeping space for her infant. She liked that it didn't move like other models, so she wasn't disturbed in the night trying to soothe her child for feedings. She also loved that the side of the chair lowered so she didn't have to reach over her partner to lift the child out to feed them at night.

The CoZee is available in charcoal and oak and is a chic addition to the bedroom. It's more stylish than the other cribs we've tested that are usually utilitarian. It's also quite light at just 11kg and comes with a carry bag so you can take it away on holidays or if moving your home. The only extras you require are a fitted waterproof sheet and a co-sleeping safety strap. There are step-bystep instructions and pictures to guide you through the process when you first open the box and making it a one-person job should you need to.

The Maxi-Cosi Lora

The Iora is an infant bassinet designed to make parents feel connected with their baby while they sleep. It can be adjusted upwards and downwards and moved to three different slide positions to fit beside the bed of the parent or in the corner so the baby is always at hand. The breathable mesh siding allows air to flow through and allows you to glance at your baby. You can also put away any extra pajamas or items in the large bedside crib basket underneath.

As opposed to other bedside crib that turns into cot cribs The Iora folds flat and comes with a travel bag which allows it to be carried anywhere. Our mom testers were able to move it from room to room, and believed that it was a good size for a small bedside cot that was not too big or too small. They also appreciated the large storage basket, that is ideal for storing spare bedding or nappies.

This is a great option for parents who wish to sleep in a co-sleeping bed but don't want to share their bed. Also, if one of the partners has mobility issues, such as arthritis or back pain. Our mum testers love the convenience of being able to access their baby in the Iora and that it has an optional reflux incline to aid in reducing gas.

Our mothers are thrilled that the mattress adheres to NICE guidelines. These include placing the infant in the Moses basket or crib on its own, without toys, blankets or pillows. They also say that the mattress is firm and comfortable for baby and is easy to find sheets for. It's not as light as the other smaller cribs on our list, so if prefer something lighter and easier for you to move, you can choose another option.