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Bedside Cot Reviews

A bedside crib (also known as a bassinet) sits close to your bed so you can safely tend to baby during night feeds and nappy changes without getting out of the bed. They are also great for building independence as your child gets more comfortable in their own bed.

The Joie Roomie Glide

The Joie Roomie Glide crib is an ideal bedside crib that allows parents to stay with their baby while ensuring they are resting safely. Its smooth gliding motion will help ease your baby's sleep and its unique features allow you to keep an eye on your child without leaving bed.

The sliding side panel of the cot can be raised and lowered with a simple press of a button. This makes it easy to reach inside and soothe a crying baby in the night. It has 11 height adjustments to accommodate almost any mattress size and adjustable folding feet to ensure that it sits exactly at the right level.

The cot is padded, has mesh sides to increase the airflow, and the mattress is made of high-density foam for extra protection. It's also able to be cleaned so you can keep it clean. It also comes with a fitted sheet that is suitable for the cot.

The Roomie Glide, unlike some other cribs for beds, is compatible with most beds including divans. This is due to the clips and straps which connect it. It can also be used as a stand-alone crib when it's not connected to your bed, and it's full of amazing features designed with parent-baby bonding in mind.

One thing to bear in mind is that while this crib is ideal for infants, it will not last long after your child is six months old, which means you will have to purchase larger cots. Overall, Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide crib was an excellent purchase. She was impressed by its sleek design.

The Roomie Glide is available to purchase from John Lewis for PS160, which Roanna felt was an affordable price for a cot featuring the most advanced features. She liked how it looked in her bedroom and thought the grey color would work in most modern homes. However, she did point out that it's not a great idea to rock a young baby because it can set an unhealthy habit that can affect later sleep patterns.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee

The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib is designed to provide the best sleep possible. It features a drop side rail that can be easily lowered for nighttime feeds without having to disturb your little one or get up It's perfect for mothers who are breastfeeding! It's also light and easy to move around during nap time or when traveling.

We love that it's made from soft materials with mesh sides that are breathable, which promote airflow and ease of use. It comes in charcoal or oak with a variety of melange fabrics that can be incorporated with all styles of decor. Anna found it sturdy and secure when attached to her bed, with the legs securely snapping into place and the zips secure to ensure baby safety. It took Anna around 10 minutes to put it together and didn't require any tools. There are clear instructions along with a video and customer support number in case you experience any issues.

As well as the usual features you'd expect from a bedside crib, like being able to be connected to your existing bed using a stay-in-place connection system and six height levels The CoZee comes with an additional incline option which can be used to help alleviate reflux or congestion in babies. It can also be washed by a machine - a must for all the spills, vomit, and snot that accompany a new baby!

The CoZee is an excellent choice for keeping your child in the first six months of learning to fall asleep independently. It can be used as a crib, changing station or toddler bed. It can also be transformed into a sofa bed with the addition of an extension pack. While it won't be able to magically make your baby sleep or feed them, it can rock the baby and take them to school.

The Chicco Next2Me Magic

This is one of Chicco's more expensive options, but it has a wide array of features. It can be used as either a side-sleeper or as a standalone crib and is suitable for babies from birth to six months. It has a new mechanism for opening and closing the side panel and is simple to use even with one hand. It's also more adjustable than its predecessor, having 11 different height settings and legs that retract to fit underneath any bed.

Our testers loved the ease of access to the side panel, which can be lowered and raised at the touch of the button.  bedside cot co sleeper  was particularly helpful during nighttime feedings as they could reach in and pick up their baby without waking them.

The side panel can be removed by itself, too, but it's not advised as it increases the risk of your child falling out of the cot. The patented safety locking system ensures that the side panel will remain in place if it's attached correctly to the parent's mattress. This feature is fantastic for peace of mind if you're breastfeeding and require frequent night feeds.

The Chicco Next2Me Magic is designed to be a perfect fit for any bed, including divan bases and beds with drawers, thanks to the telescopic legs. It also has an option to tilt for reflux babies and a rocking mode that can bring them back to sleep after eating. It's also very spacious and offers excellent ventilation thanks to its mesh sides.

Our test subjects found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, however it does come with an extensive instruction manual. It's a bit heavier than other side-sleepers but it's easily moved from one place to another. It's also foldable up into its travel bag which is great when you need to transport it. The only issue our testers noticed was that the side panel didn't move as much as the other models, making it slightly harder to observe your child from your bed.

The Shnuggle Air

The Shnuggle Air bedside crib is an excellent choice for a crib that can grow with your child. It's a sleeper crib that can be attached securely to your bed and can be transformed into a stylish cot once your baby is old enough. Ideal for feeding at night and strengthening the bond between you and your newborn.

The Shnuggle Air crib is designed to breathe, unlike some other models. The mesh side panels with dual-view as well as the hypoallergenic, breathable airflow mattress allow for maximum airflow, keeping your baby cool and comfortable. A gentle incline can help to reduce colic and reflux, while the zip down side allows you to feed or soothe your baby during the night.

The conversion kit for cots (sold separately) is also well-designed, with clear directions and everything you need to get started. It took us about an hour to assemble and was fairly simple to put together. The only drawback was the lack of written captions on a few images which made it difficult to comprehend some of the steps. However, it was a straightforward procedure and the quality of materials used was high.

In co-sleeping mode we discovered the Shnuggle Air to be an ideal choice for breastfeeding mothers and women who have had a C-section, as it allows them to comfortably reach out to their baby for feeding and comfort without having to leave their bed. It's also great for those who want to avoid the hassle of getting in and out of a traditional cot, or placing their child down for a nap.

During our tests we observed the gliding motion of the next-to-me crib to be particularly helpful when it comes to helping babies fall asleep after feedings at midday and in the evening. The drop-down side is also easily accessed to feed or calm babies in the middle of the night this was a huge benefit for our exhausted test moms. Although it doesn't rock or have extra features, like an audio system the Joie Roomie Glide's sleek design and functional features make it a great addition to our top bedside crib reviews.