A bedside crib, also referred to as a bassinet for babies, is positioned next to your bed to ensure you can be able to attend to your infant during night feeds and nappy-changings, without having to leave bed. They are also ideal for building confidence as your baby grows more comfortable in their own space to sleep.The Joie Roomie Glide
The Joie Roomie Glide crib is an ideal bedside crib that allows parents to rest with their newborn while ensuring that they are sleeping safely. Its smooth gliding motion will help to soothe your baby to sleep, and its innovative features allow you to monitor your baby without leaving the your bed.
The side panel that slides out of the cot can be lifted and lowered with just a pressing of a button. This makes it simple to reach inside and soothe a baby at night. It also comes with 11 height adjustments that allow it to fit the mattress of almost any size bed. It also has adjustable folding feet to ensure it sits at just the right height.
The cot is cushioned, features mesh sides for better ventilation, and its mattress is made from high-density foam for added protection. It's also wipeable to keep it clean, and it is fitted with a sheet that is suitable for the cot.
Contrary to other cribs that are bedside travel cot, the Roomie Glide is suitable for all beds, including divans thanks to its straps and clip attachment. It can be used as a standalone crib when it is not attached to the bed. It is packed with amazing features that were designed with baby and parent bonding in mind.
It is essential to keep in mind that this crib will not last as long once your baby turns six months. You will need to purchase a larger cot. But, in general Roanna found that the Joie Roomie Glide was a very good purchase and she especially liked its elegant design.
John Lewis sells the Roomie Glide for PS160. Roanna thought this was a reasonable price for a cot bedside. She also liked the way it was positioned in the bedroom and believed that the grey color would suit most modern homes. She also mentioned that it's not a good idea to rock a baby younger because it could create a bad sleep pattern for later.
The Tutti Bambini CoZee
The Tutti Bambini CoZee is an award-winning bedside crib that was designed with a secure night's rest in mind. It has an adjustable side rail that can be easily lifted to feed your child at night without disturbing them or getting out of the bed. This is great for mothers who breastfeed! It's also light, making it easy to move around the house during naps and for travelling.
It's made from soft materials and features mesh sides that are breathable to help promote airflow. It's available in oak and charcoal and has a variety of melange fabrics that blend well with most decor styles. Anna found that it was sturdy and secure once attached to her bed. The legs slid into place and the zippers were secure to ensure safety. It took Anna about 10 minutes to put together and didn't require any tools. There are clear instructions, a video and a customer support number in case you encounter any issues.
The CoZee crib comes with all the features you would expect from a crib for your bed, including the ability to attach it to your bed using a stay-in-place connection system. It also has six height settings. Additionally it has an incline feature that can be used to assist infants suffering from reflux or congestion. It is also machine-washable and is a must for all the dribbles and vomit that accompany a new baby!
If you want 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 fantastic option as it can also be used as a stand-alone cot, changing table and toddler bed. It can also be transformed into a sofa bed by the addition of an extension pack. While it isn't able to feed your baby, or magically sleep them, it will rock them until they go off!
The Chicco Next2Me Magic
This is one of Chicco's most expensive options, but it is packed with lots of features. It's designed to be used as an individual side sleeper or standalone crib, and is suitable for babies up to six months. It comes with a new mechanism to open and close the side panel and is easy to use even with one hand. It's also more adjustable than its predecessor, with 11 different height levels and retractable feet for a secure place under any bed.
Our testers were impressed with the simple access to the side panel that can be lowered and raised by pressing a button. This was particularly useful during nighttime feedings as they could reach in and pick up their baby without disturbing them up.
The side panel can be lifted by itself, too, but it's not advised as it increases the chance of your baby bedside sleeper falling out of the cot. However, the patented safety locking mechanism guarantees that it can only remain in place if it is connected to the bed of the parent correctly. This is a wonderful feature to have for peace mind, especially if you're breastfeeding and require frequent nighttime feedings.
Telescopic legs permit the Chicco Next2Me Magic to be used with any bed, such as divan bases and beds with drawers. It also has a tilting function for babies with reflux and a rocking mode that can help them sleep after feeding. It's also incredibly spacious and provides great ventilation due to its mesh sides.
The Next2Me Magic was easy to use and set up for our test subjects, even with the lengthy instruction manual. It's a bit heavier than other side-sleepers but it can still be easily moved from one room to another. It can also be folded up into its travel bag, which is great for those who want to transport it. The only downside our testers noticed was that the side panel did not flex as much as the other models, which made it a little harder to see your baby from your own bed.
The Shnuggle Air
If you're in search of a crib for your bed that will expand with your child then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth looking into. It's a sleeper crib that attaches securely to your bed and can be turned into a chic cot when your baby is old enough. Perfect for nighttime feedings and strengthening your bond with your newborn.
Unlike some other models of bedside cot 6 months plus cribs like the Shnuggle Air is built with breathability in mind. Its dual-view mesh side panels and airflow mattress that is breathable and hypoallergenic maximise airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable. The gentle incline helps ease reflux and colic. The zip-down side lets you to feed your baby or comfort them during the night.
The cot conversion kit (sold separately) is also well-designed, with clear directions and everything you require to get started. It took us about an hour to assemble, and was fairly simple to put together. The only downside was the lack of captions in writing on a few of the images which made it difficult to comprehend some of the steps. Overall, the procedure was easy and the materials used were of high quality.The Shnuggle Air is a great option for mothers who are breastfeeding or have had C-sections. It lets them reach out and touch their baby for comfort and feeding without leaving their bed. It's also great for parents who prefer not to go through the stress of getting into and out of a traditional cot, or placing their baby down for a nap.
The gliding motion was found to be very beneficial in lulling babies into sleep after feedings at midday or night. The drop-down side can also be easily accessible to feed or calm babies in the middle of the night this was a huge draw for our exhausted test mums. The Joie Roomie Glide is a modern and stylish crib that doesn't rock, nor has extra features like a sound machine.