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Bedside Cot Reviews
A bedside cot sale crib (also called a bassinet) sits near your bed so you can be able to provide care to baby during night feeds and nappy changes without having to get out of the bed. These cribs are ideal for helping to build independence in your child as they get more comfortable in their own sleeping space.
The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide is a bedside baby sleeper crib that allows parents to co-sleep with their newborn whilst making sure that they're asleep safely. The smooth gliding motion of the Joie Roomie Glide will help ease your baby's sleep and its unique features allow you to keep an eye on your child without leaving bed.
The side panel that slides out of the crib can be raised and lowered with a simple pressing of a button. This makes it simple to reach inside and soothe a baby in the night. It also has 11 height adjustments that allow it to accommodate the mattress of nearly any size bed and it comes with adjustable feet that fold down to ensure it sits at just the right height.
In terms of safety, the cot is padded and comes with mesh sides for better airflow, and the mattress is made of high-density foam for additional protection. It can also be cleaned, so you can keep the crib clean. It includes a fitted bed sheet that is suitable for a crib.
The Roomie Glide, unlike some other bedside cribs is compatible with all beds including divans. This is due to the clips and straps that attach it. It can also be used as a standalone crib when it's not connected to your bed, and it's packed with features created with the bonding of parents and children in mind.
One thing to bear in mind is that while this crib is perfect for newborns, it won't last long after your little one turns six months old, so you'll need to invest in larger cots. But, in general Roanna found that the Joie Roomie Glide was a really good buy and she particularly liked its elegant design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a reasonable price for an item. She was pleased with the way it was positioned in her bedroom, and thought its gray color would be appropriate for the majority of modern homes. However, she did point that it's not a great idea to rock a smaller baby as it could set the stage for bad habits that will affect later sleep patterns.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib is designed to ensure a good night's rest. It has an adjustable side rail that can be easily adjusted to feed your child in the evening without disturbing them or causing them to get out of bed. This is perfect for mothers who breastfeed! It's also lightweight, which makes it easy to move around the house during naps and also for travel.
It's made from soft materials and features mesh sides that are breathable to help promote airflow. It's available in charcoal and oak and comes with a variety of melange fabric options that are compatible with all decor styles. Anna found it to be sturdy and secure once attached to her bed. The legs slid into place and the zippers were secure for security. It took her around 10 minutes to assemble it and did not require tools, and comes with clear instructions and a video as well as a customer support contact number should you encounter any issues.
The CoZee crib comes with all the features you would expect from a crib to your bedside, such as the ability to attach it to your bed with a stay-in-place connection system. It also has six height settings. In addition there is an inclined feature that can be used to help babies with congestion or reflux. It is also machine-washable - a must for all the dribbles and vomit that come with a newborn baby!
If you're looking to keep your baby close 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 standalone cot, changing table or toddler bed. With the addition of a sofa-bed extension pack, it could transform into an actual cot. Although it can't magically bring your baby to sleep or feed them, it will rock them and send them off.
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of Chicco's more expensive models, but it is packed with lots of features. It can be used either a side-sleeper or as a standalone crib and is suitable for babies from birth to six months. It's easy to open and close the side panel using the new mechanism. It's also more flexible than the previous model, with 11 different height settings as well as legs that retract to installation underneath any bed.
Our testers loved the ease of access provided by the side panel that can be moved up and down with one push of a switch. This was a huge benefit in feedings at night because it meant they could easily reach inside and take their baby away without disturbing them.
The side panel can be lowered by itself however, it's not recommended since it increases the chance of your child falling out of the cot. The safety locking system makes sure that the side panel will only remain in place when it is properly attached to the mattress of the parent. This feature can be very beneficial to have peace of mind when you're breastfeeding and require frequent nighttime feeds.
Telescopic legs permit the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed, including divan bases and beds with drawers. It has a tilting feature for reflux babies, and a rocking function to help calm them after a feeding. It's also extremely spacious and provides great ventilation due to its mesh sides.
The Next2Me Magic was easy to use and set up for our test subjects, despite the lengthy instruction manual. It's heavier than other side-sleepers but it's still quite portable and can be moved from room to room easily. It's also able to fold into a bag for travel bedside crib, which is a great option for those who want to transport it. The only drawback our test subjects found was that the side panel didn't flex as much as some of the other models, which made it difficult to see your baby from your own bed.
The Shnuggle Air
The Shnuggle Air bedside crib is a great option for a crib that grows with your child. It's a co-sleeping crib that attaches securely to your bed and can be converted into a stylish cot once your baby is old enough. Perfect for nighttime feedings and enhancing the bond between you and your new born.
Unlike some other cribs for bed like the Shnuggle Air is built with breathability in mind. The mesh side panels with dual-view as well as the airflow mattress that is hypoallergenic and breathable allow for maximum airflow, keeping your baby comfortable and cool. A gentle incline can help to ease reflux and colic, while the zip down side allows you to feed or soothe your baby throughout the night.
The kit for conversion to cot (sold separately) is also well-designed, with clear directions and everything you need to get started. It took us an hour to construct and was relatively easy to put together. The only issue was the lack of captions written on some of the pictures, which made it difficult to follow certain steps. Overall, the procedure was simple and the materials used were of high quality.
In the co-sleeping mode, we discovered the Shnuggle Air to be an ideal choice for breastfeeding mothers and women who have had a c-section because it lets them comfortably reach out to their infant to feed and comfort them without having to leave their bed. It's ideal for parents who don't want the stress of putting their child in a traditional cot or getting them out of it.
During our tests we noticed the smooth motion of this next-to-me crib to be particularly helpful when it comes to lulling babies back to sleep after midday and nighttime feeds. The drop-down side can also be accessible to feed or soothe babies in the middle of the night, which was a real benefit for our exhausted test moms. Although it doesn't rock, or have extra features, like a sound system, the Joie Roomie Glide's sleek design and functional features make it a great addition to our top bedside Rocking crib crib reviews.