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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

If you want to keep baby as close as possible at night, without having to get out of the bed, a crib that is placed beside your bed is the perfect solution. The fabric is breathable and allows you to see your baby easily and they are 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 known as a bassinet or co-sleeper) is a small baby cot that attaches to your adult bed, allowing your infant to sleep in a safe environment with you. This is a secure form of co-sleeping and doesn't increase the risk of SIDS as bedsharing does. It also helps you bond with the new baby.

The cots come with one side that can be adjusted so that you can reach your baby easily at night to soothe and feed them. This is especially useful for mums recovering from an op. Many of them are foldable or portable making them suitable for travel and as an interim solution for babies who aren't ready to be able to transition into a crib that is large enough.

Look for a crib with a mattress that is breathable, as well as an extra-safe cover that will keep your baby safe from staining. You might also want buy baby-safe accessories such as an infant blanket or a teether.

If you're looking for a more long-term alternative, some cribs are equipped with conversion kits that allow you to turn them into a cot or toddler bed when the time comes. This will extend their life and make the transition easier. Some have a removable section at the top that can be transformed into an infant bed. Others can be used in conjunction with an adult bed that is standard or a high-rise bed. This is a great option for families who are planning on frequent travel or switching rooms throughout the night. It is also important to consider the size of your room to ensure that you can fit the crib comfortably. Many cribs come with risers which can be used to create an incline for babies who have reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

Famous for their high-end baby products for babies, the English brand Joie has stepped into the world of cribs for best bedside cot use with the Roomie Glide. This crib was designed to enable parents to connect and sleep side by side with their babies, without sharing a single bed. It's loaded with features that make bonding between parent and baby secure, easy, and fun.

A smooth rocking motion can be activated by pressing the button. This gentle rhythm can soothe your baby to sleep without disrupting their normal sleep patterns. This is ideal for toddlers and older infants who are struggling to settle. It can aid in digestive issues such as colic and reflux.

The crib can also be affixed to the side of the bed with clips and straps. This makes it extremely stable and secure allowing you to enjoy a great night's sleep without having to worry about your little one rolling off into the middle of the room. The rounded cocoon shape has softly padded sides and two mesh windows on both ends to allow plenty of air flow whilst making sure your baby is safe.

The mattress comes with a soft and comfortable and has an easily removable cover. The crib is easy to put together and take down thanks to the lightweight aluminum frame that makes it extremely portable. The four lockable wheels are covered in rubber to ensure the crib won't leave marks on your floor and are easy to move around. The crib is easy to clean with the fabric that is washable and is easily put in a bag for long-term stays.

The Tutti Bambini CoZeeAir

Created to be a safe crib for babies from birth to six months old, this premium model features rocking bars and castors for easy mobility. Its airflow mattress is luxurious and provides a comfortable sleep surface while ventilation panels ensure your baby bedside cot is kept cool. There are also 6 different height settings as well as an incline option that can help with reflux and congestion.

In contrast to other cribs for bed, which can be difficult to clean due to their incessant stream of dribble and snot The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air comes with a wipe-clean lining and fabric that can be removed to wash in the machine. It also has a top bar that can be easily adjusted to feed at night without having to fumble with zips in the dark.

Anna found that the CoZee was a safe and comfortable sleep space for her newborn. She was pleased the fact that it didn't roll like some other models, so it wasn't waking her at 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 carry the baby out for feedings at night.

The CoZee comes in oak or charcoal and is a chic accessory to any bedroom. It's more an expensive piece of furniture than many of the other cribs that we've tested, and can look quite utilitarian in comparison. It's also quite lightweight at just 11kg and comes with a carry case, so you can take it on holiday or even when you move house. You'll need a waterproof sheet and a safety strap for co-sleeping. The instructions and illustrations are easy to follow once you open the box.

The Maxi-Cosi lora

The Iora is a bassinet designed for infants designed to make parents feel more connected to their baby as they sleep. It adjusts up and down and slides through three positions to be placed next to the bed of the parent or in the corner of the room so that the baby bedside cot is always close at hand. The mesh siding allows air to flow through and allows you to quickly see your baby. And you can store extra pajamas and supplies in the large storage basket beneath.

In contrast to other bedside cribs The Iora folds flat and comes with a travel bag so that it can be taken wherever. It was easy to move around from room to space, and our mom testers thought it was the right size for a bedside crib vs cot crib. They also liked the large storage basket perfect for storing nappies or bedding.

This is a great option for parents looking to co-sleep but do not want to share their own beds or whose partner may be suffering from mobility issues, such as arthritis or back pain. Our mum testers love the convenience of being able to access their child in the Iora and that it comes with an adjustable reflux incline that can help alleviate gas.

Our moms appreciate the fact that it meets NICE guidelines that state to put the baby in a crib or Moses basket on its own (with no blankets, toys, pillows, etc). They also claim that the mattress is comfortable and firm for baby and is easy to find sheets for. It's not as light as other cribs for bedside sleeper cot use however, so if you want something lighter and more portable, look at other options in our list.