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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

If you want to keep your baby as close as you can at night, without having to get out of bed, a bedside crib is the best option. The breathable fabric lets you easily see baby and they're incredibly easy to lower for those tired 3am feedings.

Some double as a moses basket as well.

What is a bedside crib?

A bedside crib with wheels crib (also called bassinet or co-sleeper) is a small baby cot that attaches to your adult bed, allowing your baby to sleep in a safe environment with you. This is a form of co-sleeping in a safe manner that doesn't increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) like bedsharing and can help you build a bond with your new arrival.

These cots often come with a side that can be adjusted so that you can easily reach your infant during the night for feeding and comforting. This is particularly helpful for mothers recovering from a csection. Many are also mobile or foldable, which means you can take them on your travels and use them as a temporary sleep solution for newborns who aren't yet ready to move to a full-sized cot.

When you are looking for a crib that is bedside, look for a model with a breathable mattress and a protective cover to protect your newborn from the stains. You'll also want to buy baby-safe items such as a blanket, a teether and a soft toys.

If you're looking for a longer-term option, some cribs come with conversion kits that allow you to convert them into a cot, or a toddler bed when the time comes. This can extend their lifespan and make the transition easier. Some have a removable section at the top that can be turned into the bassinet. Others can be used with either an adult bed that is standard or a high-rise bed. This is a good choice for families that are planning on frequent travel or transferring between bedrooms during the night. You should also consider how big your bedroom is to ensure you can fit the crib in comfortably. A lot of cribs have a riser that can be added to create an incline to accommodate babies with reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

The Roomie Glide, a bedside cot wooden crib from the English brand Joie is a wonderful addition to their range of high-quality products for babies. This crib was designed to help parents connect and sleep side by side with their babies without sharing a single bed. It's loaded with features that make bonding between parents and baby safe, easy and enjoyable.

A gentle rocking motion can be activated by pressing the button. This will help soothe your baby to sleep with a gentle rhythm that doesn't disturb their natural sleeping pattern. This is great for older babies and toddlers who struggle to settle and can also help with digestive issues like reflux and colic.

The crib can also be fixed to the side of the bed with an attachment strap and clip. This makes the crib stable and secure which allows you to rest comfortably without fearing that your baby might roll off into the middle. The rounded shape of the cocoon features soft padding on the sides as well as double mesh windows on both ends. This allows for airflow while ensuring your baby's safety.

The mattress included is comfortable and firm. It also is covered in a washable material. The aluminium frame is light and lightweight, making the crib very mobile and easy to put together. The four lockable wheels are covered in rubber to ensure the crib doesn't leave marks on your floor and are easy to move around. The crib is easy to clean due to the wipeable woven fabric and is able to be easily tucked away in a bag for long-term stays.

The TuttiBambini Air

This superior model is designed to be a secure, baby-sitter from birth to 6 months. It comes with bars with rocking to allow for easy mobility, as well as castors. Its deluxe airflow mattress offers an incredibly comfortable sleeping surface, while ventilators ensure your baby is kept cool. There are also 6 different height settings and an incline option that could help with congestion and reflux.

Contrary to some cribs that are placed on the bed which can be a nightmare to clean due to their incessant stream of dribble and snot and snot, the Tutti Bambini CoZeeAir comes with a wipe-clean liner and fabric that can be removed to wash in the machine. Plus, it has a top bar that can be easily adjusted to feed at night without having to search for zips in the dark.

Anna discovered the CoZee to provide a safe, comfortable place to sleep for her infant. She was pleased that it didn't move like other models, so she didn't wake up in the night trying to comfort her child during feedings. She also enjoyed that the side was lowered so she didn't have to reach over her partner to pull the baby to feed her at night.

The CoZee comes in oak or charcoal and is a stylish accessory to any bedroom. It's more modern than the other cribs we've tested that are usually utilitarian. It's also quite light at 11kg, and comes with a carry-on case, so you can take it on holiday or when you are moving home. The only extras you need to buy are a waterproof cover and a safety strap for co-sleeping. The instructions and illustrations are simple to follow once you open the box.

The Maxi-Cosi Lora

The Iora is a bassinet for the bed that helps parents feel connected to their infant while they sleep. It can be adjusted up and down and slides through three positions to fit next to the bed of the parent, or in the corner of the room so that baby is always within arm's reach. The mesh siding lets air flow through and allows you to see your baby easily. You can also keep any extra pajamas or items in the large storage basket beneath.

As opposed to other bedside cribs Iora is a standout among other bedside travel cot cribs. Iora folds flat and comes with a travel bag so that it can be carried anywhere. Our mom testers were able to move it from room to room and believed that it was a suitable size for a bedside cot newborn cot, not too big or small. The large storage basket is great to store extra bedding or nappies.

This is a great choice for parents who wish to co-sleep, but don't wish to share their bed. If one of the partners has mobility issues like arthritis or back pain. Our mom testers loved the ease with which they could access their child while in the Iora and that it included an optional reflux incline that helped reduce gas.

Our mothers also love the fact that it complies with NICE guidelines that state to put the baby in a crib or Moses basket on its own (with no toys, blankets pillows, etc.). They also state that the mattress is firm and comfortable for baby and is easy to find sheets for. It's not as light as other cribs that are smaller, though, so if you want something lighter and easier to move around, consider one of the alternatives on our list.