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A crib that is placed near your bed can help you keep your baby close to you at night without needing to get up. The fabric is breathable and allows you to easily see your baby and they are easy to lower when you need to feed your baby at 3am.
Some also double up as a moses basket, as well.
What is a bedside crib?
A bedside crib that turns into cot crib, also known as a bassinet or a co-sleeper is a baby cot that is attached to an adult bed. This allows your baby to sleep with you in safety. It is a safe method of co-sleeping that doesn't increase your risk of SIDS, like bedsharing. It also helps you bond with the newborn baby.
They have one side that can be lowered so that you can reach your baby easily at night to soothe and feed them. This is especially helpful for mothers who are recovering from a csection. Some are also foldable or portable, so you can bring them along on trips and use them as a temporary sleep solution for newborns who aren't yet ready to move to a full-sized cot.
Choose a crib that has a mattress that is breathable, as well as an extra-safe cover that will protect your baby from staining. You should also pick up some baby-safe add-ons such as a blanket, a teether and cuddly toys.
If you're looking for a longer-term option, some cribs come with conversion kits that allow you to turn them into a cot or toddler bed when the time comes. This is great for extending their life and making the transition easier. Some even have a removable top section that converts into a bassinet, and some can be used as the regular or high-rise adult bed. This is a good choice for families who are planning on frequent travel or transferring between bedrooms at night. It is also important to consider how big your bedroom is to ensure that you can squeeze the crib 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
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. Designed to allow parents to bond with their infants while they sleep side by side without sharing a bed. This co-sleeper is packed with features that make bonding between parents and babies easy, safe and enjoyable.
One of the key features is a smooth rocking motion that can be activated at the push of the button. This gentle rhythm can soothe your baby into sleep without disrupting their normal sleep patterns. This is great for older babies and toddlers who are struggling to settle. It can aid in digestion problems such as reflux and colic.
The crib can be locked in 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 and allows you to sleep soundly without worrying that your child will slide off into the middle. The rounded cocoon shape comes with soft padded sides and double mesh windows at both ends to allow ample air flow while protecting your baby.
The mattress included is comfortable and firm and comes with a washable cover. The crib is simple to set up and disassemble thanks to the lightweight aluminum frame that makes it very portable. The four locking wheels are rubber-covered to ensure that the crib won't leave marks on your floor and are easy to move around. The crib is easy to clean with the wipeable woven fabric and can be easily packed in bags for the duration of your stay.
The Tutti Bambini CoZeeAir
Created to be a safe crib for babies from birth to six months, this superior model features rocking bars and castors to allow for ease of movement. The airflow mattress is a premium model that provides a comfortable sleep surface while the ventilation panels ensure your baby is kept cool. There are six different height settings as well as an incline option that could help with reflux and congestion.
The Tutti Bambini COZee air crib has a removable fabric and a wipe-clean lining. This makes it easier to clean than bedside crib with changing table cribs that are a mess to clean. Additionally, it comes with an upper bar that can be easily adjusted to feed at night without having to search for zips in the dark.
Anna found the CoZee to be a safe, cozy sleeping place for her baby. She liked that it didn't move like other models so she wasn't disturbed at night while trying to soothe her baby to feed. She also loved that the side was lowered so that she didn't have to reach over her partner to lift the baby out to feed her 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, which are often quite utilitarian. It's also lightweight at just 11kg and comes with a carrying case that allows you to take it with you on vacation or when moving house. You only need to purchase an extra waterproof sheet and safety strap to sleep with your partner. The instructions and pictures are simple to follow once you open the box.
The Maxi-Cosi lora
The Iora is a bedside bassinet that allows parents to feel more connected to their infant as they sleep. It adjusts up and down and can be moved 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 mesh siding is breathable, allowing air to circulate through and gives you a quick glance at your little one. And you can stow additional pajamas and other items in the large storage basket beneath.
As opposed to other bedside cribs, the Iora folds flat and comes with a bag for travel which allows it to be taken wherever. Our mom testers found it easy to move from room to room and felt it was a great size for a bedside cot that was not too big or too small. They also appreciated the large storage basket perfect for storing nappies or other bedding items.
This is a great option for parents who are looking to co-sleep but don't want to share their beds or whose partner may have mobility issues, like arthritis or back issues. Our mom testers were thrilled to be able to easily access their baby in the Iora and that it had an option to have a reflux incline which helped reduce gas.
Our mothers are also thrilled that the mattress is in line with NICE guidelines that state to put the infant in the crib or Moses basket on its own (with no blankets, toys pillows, etc.). They also claim that the mattress is firm and comfortable for the baby and easy to find sheets for. It's not as light as the other cribs that are smaller on our list, so if you prefer something lighter and easier to move, choose another alternative.