Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside crib, also known as a bassinet for babies, is placed next to your bed so that you can safely take care of your child during feedings at night and diaper-changing without having to leave your bed. These cribs are great for fostering independence in your child as they get more comfortable in their own bed.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide is a bedside crib that allows parents to co-sleep with their newborn whilst making sure that they're asleep safely. Its smooth gliding motion helps to lull your baby back into sleep and its innovative features ensure that you can keep an eye on them without leaving your own bed.
The sliding side panel of the cot can be raised and lowered with just a push of a single button. This makes it easy to reach inside and soothe a crying baby at night. It also has 11 height adjustments that allow it to fit the mattress of almost every size bed. Additionally, it comes with adjustable feet that fold down to ensure it is at the right height.
The cot is cushioned and has mesh sides to increase ventilation, and its mattress is made of high-density, foam for added protection. It's also washable so you can keep it clean. Additionally, it comes with a fitted sheet that is suitable for use with the cot.
The Roomie Glide, unlike some other cribs for beds, is compatible with all beds including divans. This is thanks to the clips and straps which connect it. It can also be used as a standalone crib if it is not attached to the bed. It's full of amazing features that were created with the bonding of parents and children in mind.
The most important thing to keep in mind is that while this crib is great for newborns, it won't last long once your little one turns six months old, which means you will have to purchase larger cots. Overall, Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide crib was an excellent buy. She liked its sleek design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a fair price for such a cot. She also liked the way it looked in the bedroom, and believed that the grey shade will work well in modern homes. She did mention that it's not an ideal idea to rock a baby when it's younger as it can create a bad sleep pattern for later.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib is designed to provide an uninterrupted night's sleep. It has a drop-side rail which can be easily removed for feedings at night without having to wake your child or get up It's perfect for mothers who are breastfeeding! It's also lightweight, which makes it easy to move around the house during naps and for travelling.
We love the fact that it's made of soft fabrics with mesh sides that breathe, which aids in airflow and ease of use. baby bedside crib comes in oak or charcoal with a range of melange fabrics that can be incorporated with a variety of styles. Anna discovered that it was sturdy and secure once attached to her bed. The legs slid into place and the zippers were secure for safety. It took her about 10 minutes to assemble and didn't require any tools, with clear instructions and a video as well as a customer support number if you run into any problems.
The CoZee crib is equipped with all the features you'd expect from a crib for your bedside, such as the ability to connect it to your bed using a stay-in place connection system. It also comes with six height settings. Additionally there is an inclines feature that can be used to help babies suffering from reflux or congestion. It's also machine-washable, which is a must with all the dribble and vomit that come with having a newborn!
If you want to keep your baby close to you during the first six months as they're able to go to sleep on their own The CoZee is a great option as it can also be used as a stand-alone crib, changing table and toddler bed. It can also be transformed into a sofa bed by the addition of an extension pack. Although it can't magically make your baby sleep or feed them, it will rock the baby and take them to school.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of Chicco's most expensive models, but it is packed with lots of features. It can be used as either a side-sleeper or a standalone crib, and is suitable for babies from birth to six months. It is easy to open and close the side panel using the new mechanism. It's also more adjustable than its predecessor, with 11 different height levels as well as retractable feet for a secure place under any bed.
Our testers loved the ease of access the side panel provides, which can be flipped up and down with just one push of a button. This was a huge help during feeding times at night because it meant they could reach into and pick up their baby without waking them up.
It is possible to lower the side panel by itself, but this isn't recommended since it increases the likelihood that your child will be thrown out of the cot. The safety locking system guarantees that the side panel will only remain in place when it is attached correctly to the parent's mattress. This is an excellent feature to have for peace of mind, especially in the case of breastfeeding and frequent night feeds.
Telescopic legs enable the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed, such as divan bases as well as beds with drawers. It also comes with an option to tilt for reflux babies and a rocking feature to help them sleep after feeding. It's also incredibly spacious and offers great ventilation due to its mesh sides.
The Next2Me Magic was easy to use and set up for our testers, even with the lengthy instruction manual. It's a bit heavier than some of the other side-sleepers, however it's very portable and can be moved from room to room easily. It's also able to fold into a bag for travel which is great when you need to transport it. The only downside our test subjects found was that the side panel did not flex as much as some of the other models, which made it a little harder to observe your child from your bed.
The Shnuggle Air
If you're looking for an ideal bedside crib that can develop with your child, then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth a look. It is designed to be a co-sleeping bassinet that will attach securely to your bed and convert into a stylish cot when your baby is ready, it's ideal for feeding at night and for strengthening your bond with your newborn.
In contrast to other models of bedside crib The Shnuggle Air is built with breathability in mind. The mesh side panels with dual-view and airflow mattress that is hypoallergenic and breathable increase airflow and keep your baby cool and comfortable. The gentle incline helps alleviate colic and reflux. The zip-down side lets you to feed your baby or soothe them during the night.
The kit for converting cots is also well-designed, with clear instructions. It comes with everything you need. It took us about an hour to construct and was relatively easy to put together. The only drawback was the lack of written captions on a few of the images, which made it difficult to follow some of the steps. Overall, the process was simple and the materials used were of high quality.
The Shnuggle Air is a great choice for women who are breastfeeding or have had C-sections. It allows them to reach out and touch their baby for comfort and feeding without leaving their bed. It's great for parents who don't want the hassle of putting their baby in a traditional cot, or getting out of it.
During our tests we observed the gliding motion of this next-to-me crib to be extremely useful in lulling babies back to sleep after midday and nighttime feeds. The drop-down side makes it easy to feed or soothe babies during the night. This was a big selling point for our tired test moms. The Joie Roomie Glide is a modern and stylish crib that isn't rocking, nor does it come with extra features like an audio system.