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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 during the night, without the need to get out of bed. The fabric is breathable, which allows you to easily see your baby, and they're easy to lower for those bleary-eyed 3am feedings.

Some also double up as a moses basket too.

What is a bedside crib?

A bedside crib, also known as a bassinet or a co-sleeper is a crib for babies that is attached to your adult bed. This allows your baby to sleep with you in a safe environment. This is a form of co-sleeping that is safe and doesn't increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) like bedsharing, and can help you bond with your new arrival.

They have a side which 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 an op. Many of them are portable or foldable, so you can take them on your travels and use them as a temporary sleep option for babies who aren't quite ready to move into a cot that is full size.

Find a crib that has an air-conditioned mattress, as well as an extra-safe cover that will protect your baby from staining. You'll also want to buy baby-safe items like a blanket, teether and a cuddly toy.

If you're looking for a more long-term alternative, some cribs are equipped with conversion kits that allow you to convert them into a cot bedside or toddler bed when the time comes. This can extend their lifespan and make the transition a lot easier. Some have a removable top section that transforms into a bassinet, and some can be used as a regular or a high-rise adult bed. This is a great option for families who plan on traveling frequently or switching rooms at night. It is also important to consider the size of your bedroom to ensure you can fit the crib comfortably. A lot of cribs have an adjustable riser that can be used to create an inclined position for babies who suffer from reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

Known for their high-quality baby products for babies, the English brand Joie has stepped into the world of bedside cribs 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 packed with features that make bonding between parent and baby safe, easy, and fun.

A gentle rocking motion can be activated by pressing the button. It can help soothe baby to sleep with a gentle rhythm that doesn't disturb their natural sleeping pattern. This is perfect for older babies or toddlers who are having trouble settling down. It can also assist with digestive issues like colic and reflux.

The crib can also be affixed to the side of the bed by clips and straps. This makes it stable and secure, allowing you to enjoy a peaceful night's sleep without worrying about your little one falling off into the middle of the room. The rounded shape of the cocoon is complemented by softly padding on the sides as well as double mesh windows at both ends. This allows for airflow while ensuring your baby's safety.

The mattress is comfortable and firm and comes with a removable cover. The aluminum frame is lightweight, making the crib very lightweight and easy to set up. The four wheels that lock are rubber-covered to ensure that the crib doesn't leave marks on your floor and are easy to move around. The crib is easy to clean with the wipeable woven fabric and is easily put in bags for long-term stays.

The TuttiBambini CoZee air

Designed to be a safe crib that can be used as a next-to-me crib from birth until six months, this superior model has rocking bars and castors to allow for easy mobility. The airflow mattress is a premium model that provides an incredibly comfortable sleeping surface, while ventilators keep your baby cool. There are six different height settings, including an incline option that can aid in reducing reflux and congestion.

The Tutti Bambini COZee air crib has a fabric that can be removed and wipe-clean lining. This makes it easier to clean than bedside cribs that can be messy to clean. It also has an upper bar that can be easily lowered to allow for feeding at night without having to fiddle with zips.

Anna discovered that the CoZee could be a safe, comfortable place to sleep for her baby. It was a pleasure to not move like other models so she wasn't woken up in the night trying to soothe her child to feed. She also enjoyed the fact that the side could be lowered so she didn't have to reach out over her partner to pull the baby for night time feeds.

The CoZee is available in charcoal or oak and is a chic accessory to any bedroom. It's more stylish than the other cribs we've tested that are usually utilitarian. It's also light at 11kg, and comes with a carry-on case, so you can take it with you on vacation or when moving house. The only things you'll have to purchase are a waterproof cover and a safety strap for co-sleeping. There are step-by-step directions and illustrations to assist you in putting it together as you open the box and making it a one-person task should you need to.

The Maxi-Cosi lora

The Iora is a bassinet designed for infants designed to help parents feel more connected to their baby as they sleep. It adjusts upwards and downwards and slides through three positions to be placed next to the bed of the parent, or in the corner of the room so that the baby is always within arm's reach. The breathable mesh siding allows air to circulate through and lets you glance at your child. You can also store extra pajamas and supplies in the large storage basket underneath.

As opposed to other bedside cot newborn cribs, the Iora folds flat and comes with a travel cot bedside bag which allows it to be taken wherever. Our mom testers found it easy to move from room to room and believed it was a great size for a bedside cot for bedside, not too big or small bedside cot. The large storage basket is ideal to store bedding and nappies.

This is a great choice for parents who want to co-sleep but don't want to share their bed. If one of the partners suffers from mobility issues like back pain or arthritis. Our mum testers were thrilled to be able to easily access their baby while in the Iora and that it included an option to have a reflux incline which helped reduce gas.

Our mums appreciate the fact that it complies with NICE guidelines which state that you should place the infant in the crib or Moses basket on its own (with no blankets, toys, pillows, etc). They also say that the mattress is firm and comfortable for babies and is easy to find sheets for. It isn't as light as other cribs for bedside use, though, so if you want something lighter and more portable, consider one of the other options in our list.