A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed
If you want to keep baby as close as you can at night, but not have to leave the bed, a crib for bed is the perfect solution. The fabric is breathable and allows you to see your baby clearly and is easy to lower if you need a 3am feed.
Some double as a moses's basket.
What is a bedside crib?
A bedside crib, also referred as a bassinet or a co-sleeper, is a small crib for babies that is attached to your adult bed. This allows your newborn to sleep next to 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) similar to bedsharing and can help you bond with your newborn.
These cots often have a side that can be lowered, so you can easily reach your infant throughout the night for feeding and comforting. This is especially useful for mothers recovering from the c-section. Many of them are portable or foldable making them suitable for travel and as an interim solution for infants that aren't yet ready to be able to transition into a full-sized crib.
If you're looking for a crib to sleep in, look for a model that has a breathable mattress and a cover to protect your newborn from stains. You might also want to purchase baby-safe items such as a blanket or teether.
If you are seeking a long-term solution, some cribs come with conversion kits that allow you to convert them into a toddler bed or cot when the time is appropriate. This will extend their life and make the transition smoother. Some have a removable section at the top that can be turned into a bassinet. Some can be used with a regular adult bed or a high-rise bed. This is a great option for families that are planning on frequent travel or switching between bedrooms during the night. It is also important to consider the size of your bedroom to ensure that you can squeeze the crib in comfortably. Many cribs have risers which can be used to create an incline for babies who have reflux.
The Joie Roomie Glide
They are known for their high-end baby products for babies, the English brand Joie has stepped into the world of cribs that are bedside with the Roomie Glide. This crib was designed to enable parents to bond and sleep side by side with their babies, without sharing a single bed. It is full of features that make bonding between parents and baby safe, simple and enjoyable.
One of the key features is a smooth, rocking motion that can be activated with the touch of a button. This gentle rhythm can to soothe your baby bedside crib without disrupting their normal sleep patterns. This is great for toddlers and older infants who struggle to settle. It can help with digestion problems such as reflux and colic.
The crib can be locked into it once the rocking is finished to stop it from moving and can also be secured on the bed's side by a strap and clip attachment. This makes the crib solid and secure which allows you to rest soundly without worrying that your baby will roll off into the middle. The cocoon's rounded shape features softly cushioned sides and double mesh windows on both sides to allow plenty of airflow while keeping your baby secure.
The mattress comes with a firm and comfortable and comes with an easy-to-clean cover. The aluminium frame is light and lightweight, making the crib extremely mobile and easy to put together. The four rubber-covered wheels lockable ensure that the crib does not leave marks on your flooring and is easy to move. The crib is easy to clean with the wipeable woven fabric and is easily put in a bag for long-term stays.
The Tutti Bambini CoZeeAir
It is designed to be a secure crib for babies from birth to six months, this superior model comes with rocking bars as well as castors to allow for easy mobility. Its airflow mattress is luxurious and provides a comfortable sleep surface while the ventilation panels ensure your baby is kept cool. There are 6 different height settings, including an incline option that could help with reflux and congestion.
The Tutti Bambini COZee Air crib has a fabric that can be removed and a wipe-clean lining. This makes it much easier to clean than some bedside cot bed cribs that can be messy to clean. It also comes with a top bar which can be easily lowered to accommodate nighttime feedings without the need to juggle zips.
Anna discovered that the CoZee could be a safe and comfortable sleeping space for her infant. She loved that it didn't rock like other models, meaning it wasn't waking her in the night when she was trying to soothe her baby during feeds. She also loved the fact that the side could be lowered so that she didn't have to reach out over her partner to pull the baby out for night time feeds.
The CoZee comes in charcoal or oak and is a fashionable addition to any bedroom. It's more stylish than other cribs we've seen that are usually utilitarian. It is also relatively light at 11kg, and comes with a carrying case that allows you to take it with you on vacation or when moving house. It's all you need to buy is a waterproof sheet and a safety strap for sleeping together. There are step-bystep instructions and photos to guide you through the process as you open the box, making it a single-person job when needed.
The Maxi-Cosi lora
The Iora is a bassinet that can be placed at the bedside that helps parents feel closer to their infant as they sleep. It can be adjusted both up and down and shifted through three different positions for sliding to fit under the bed of the parent or in the corner so the baby is always in reach. The breathable mesh siding allows air to circulate through and allows you to glance at your baby. You can also store more pajamas and other supplies in the large storage basket beneath.
The Iora is a smaller bedside cot that folds flat. It also comes with a travel bag so it can be carried anywhere. It was easy to move from room to room, and our mum testers believed it was the perfect size for a bedside crib. The large bedside crib storage basket is great to store extra bedding or nappies.
This is a great choice for parents who want to co-sleep, but don't wish to share their bed. If one of the parents has mobility issues like back pain or arthritis. Our mom testers love the convenience of being able to access their child in the Iora, and it also has an optional reflux incline to help with gas.
Our mothers love that it follows NICE guidelines. These are to place an infant in a Moses basket or crib on its own, without blankets, toys and pillows. The mattress is also firm and comfortable for the baby and sheets are readily available. It's not as light as other smaller bedside cribs, though it is a good choice if you are looking for something lighter and more portable, consider one of the other options on our list.