A Small bedside cot; elearnportal.science, 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 up. The fabric is breathable, which lets you easily see your baby and they're super easy to lower for those bleary-eyed 3am feedings.
Some double as a moses basket as well.
What is a bedside cot?
A bedside crib, also referred to as a bassinet or a co-sleeper is a crib for babies that is attached to your adult bed. This allows your child to sleep right next to you in a safe environment. It's a method 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 newborn.
They have an end that can be lowered so that you can reach your baby bedside crib easily at night to comfort and feed them. This is particularly useful for mothers who are recovering from a c section. Many of them are foldable bedside crib or portable which means you can use them for travel and as an interim solution for infants that aren't yet ready to transition to a larger crib.
If you're looking for a crib to sleep in, look for a model that has a breathable mattress and a protective cover to protect your newborn from staining. You'll also want to purchase baby-safe accessories like a blanket, teether and a soft toys.
If you're looking for a longer-term solution, some cribs come with conversion kits that let you transform them into a toddler bed or cot at the time that is appropriate. This is a great way to extend their lifespan and making the transition easier. Some have a removable top section that converts into a bassinet, while others can be used on an ordinary or high-rise adult bed. This is a great option for families that intend to travel bedside crib frequently or change between bedrooms at night. It is also important to consider the size of your bedroom to ensure that you can fit the crib comfortably. A lot of cribs have an incline that can be used to create an incline for babies who have reflux.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Roomie Glide, a bedside crib manufactured by the English brand Joie is a wonderful addition to their line of high-quality products for infants. This crib was designed to allow parents to bond and sleep side by side with their babies without sharing the same bed. It is full of features that help make bonding between parent and baby secure, easy and enjoyable.
A gentle rocking motion can be initiated by pressing a button. This can soothe baby into sleep with a gentle rhythm that doesn't disrupt their normal sleeping pattern. This is ideal for older babies or toddlers who are having trouble settling down. It can also assist with digestive issues such as colic and reflux.
The crib can also be attached to the side of the bed by clips and straps. This makes it solid and secure, allowing you to enjoy a great night's rest without worrying about your child rolling off into the middle of the room. The round shape of the cocoon features soft 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 included is comfortable and firm, and has a removable cover. The crib is simple to put together and take down thanks to an aluminum frame that is lightweight and makes it extremely portable. The four lockable 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 thanks to the fabric that wipes clean and is easily put in bags for overnight stays.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air
Designed to be a safe next-to-me crib from birth to six months old, this top model has rocking bars and castors to allow for ease of movement. Its deluxe airflow mattress offers an ideal sleeping surface and ventilators keep your baby cool. There are six different height settings including an incline option that can help with reflux and congestion.
The Tutti Bambini COZee air crib has a removable fabric and a wipe-clean lining. This makes it much easier to clean than some bedside cribs that are a mess to clean. It also has a top bar which 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 and cozy sleeping place for her baby. She loved that it didn't sway like other models, so it didn't wake her up in the night when she was trying to comfort her baby during feeds. She also loved that the side lowered down so that she didn't have to reach over her partner to carry the baby out to feed her at night.
The CoZee is available in charcoal and oak and is a beautiful addition to the bedroom. It's more an expensive piece of furniture than many of the other cribs that we've tested, which can appear rather utilitarian. It's also relatively lightweight at just 11kg and comes with a carry bag so you can take it with you on holiday or if moving house. The only extras you need to buy are a waterproof sheet and a safety strap for co-sleeping. There are step-bystep instructions and illustrations to assist you in putting it together as you open the box and making it a one-person job should you need to.
The Maxi-Cosi Lora
The Iora is a bassinet for the bed that allows parents to feel more connected to their child while they sleep. It can be adjusted upwards and downwards, and moved through three different slide positions to fit under 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 little one. You can also store extra pajamas or supplies in the large bedside cot basket underneath.
As opposed to other bedside cribs, the Iora can be folded flat and comes with a carry-on bag to allow it to be carried anywhere. It was easy to move from room to room, and our mom testers thought it was the right size for a bedside crib. They also loved the large bedside crib storage basket perfect for storing nappies or other bedding items.
This is a great option for parents who want to co-sleep but don't want to share their own beds or whose partner may be suffering from mobility issues, such as back problems or arthritis. Our mums who tested it loved that they could easily access their baby while in the Iora and that it came with an adjustable reflux incline that helped reduce gas.
Our mothers appreciate that the mattress follows NICE guidelines. They recommend placing an infant in a Moses basket or crib on its own without blankets, toys, pillows etc. The mattress is also firm and comfortable for the baby and sheets are easy to find. It's not as light as other cribs that are smaller on our list, so if you prefer something lighter and easier for you to move, choose another option.