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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

A crib for bed allows you to keep your baby close to you at night, without needing to get out of bed. The fabric is breathable and allows you to easily see your baby and they are simple to lower if you need to feed your baby at 3am.

Some double as a moses basket, too.

What is a bedside cot?

A bedside crib, also known as a bassinet or a co-sleeper is a baby bedside crib cot that is attached to an adult bed. This allows your baby to sleep with you in a safe environment. This is a safe form of co-sleeping, which doesn't increase the risk of SIDS, like bedsharing. It can also help you bond with your newborn baby.

These cots often have a side that can be raised, so you can easily reach your newborn during the night for feeding and comforting. This is especially useful for mothers who are recovering from the c-section. Many are also foldable or portable, so you can bring them along on trips and use them as a sleeping option for babies who aren't yet ready to move to a larger cot.

If you're looking for a crib to sleep in Choose a crib with a comfortable mattress and a protective cover to protect your newborn from staining. It is also advisable to purchase baby-safe accessories such as a blanket, a teether and a cuddly toys.

If you're looking for a longer-term solution cribs are available with conversion kits that let you transform them into a toddler bed or a cot when the time is right. This will prolong their life and make the transition easier. Some models have a removable portion at the top that can be turned into a bassinet. Some can be used in conjunction with a standard adult bed or a high-rise one. This is a great option for families that plan on traveling frequently or switching between bedrooms at night. Take into consideration the dimensions of your room to ensure that you be able to fit in the crib comfortably. A lot of cribs have a riser that can be used to create an incline for babies with reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

Famous for their high-end baby products English brand Joie has stepped into the world of bedside travel cot cribs with the Roomie Glide. It is designed to aid parents in bonding with their infants while they sleep together without sharing a bed this co-sleeper comes with features that make bonding between parents and babies safe, easy and fun.

One of the main features is a soft rocking motion that can be activated by the push of an button. It can help soothe baby to sleep by a gentle rhythm that doesn't disturb their natural sleeping routine. This is ideal for toddlers and older infants who struggle to settle and can help with digestive issues such as colic and reflux.

The crib can be locked in its place after the rocking has been finished to stop it from moving and can be secured to the bed's side by a strap and clip attachment. This makes the crib solid and secure and allows you to sleep comfortably without fearing that your child will slide off into the middle. The rounded shape of the cocoon has soft padding on the sides and double mesh windows on both ends. This allows airflow while ensuring your baby's safety.

The mattress included is comfortable and firm and comes with an easy-to-clean cover. The crib is simple to put together and take down thanks to the lightweight aluminum frame that makes it very portable. The four wheels that lock are covered in rubber to ensure the crib won't leave marks on your floor and are easy to move around. It is easy to clean using wipeable woven fabrics and is easy to carry in a bag for travel, making it ideal for long-term absences from home.

The Tutti Bambini CoZeeAir

Created to be a safe crib that can be used as a next-to-me crib from birth until six months old, this premium model has rocking bars and castors that allow for ease of movement. The deluxe airflow mattresses provide a comfy sleeping surface, while ventilation panels help keep your baby cool. There are 6 different height settings as well as an incline option that can help with reflux and congestion.

The Tutti Bambini COZee air crib has a removable fabric and wipe-clean lining. This makes it easier to clean than some bedside cot 6 months plus cribs which can create a mess to clean. It also has a top bar which can be easily adjusted to allow for feeding at night without having to fiddle with zips.

Anna discovered that the CoZee could provide a safe, comfortable place to sleep for her baby. She was pleased the fact that it didn't roll like some other models, meaning it wasn't waking her at night while she was trying to soothe her baby for feeds. She also appreciated that the side of the chair was lowered so she didn't have to reach over her partner to lift the child for nighttime feedings.

The CoZee comes in oak or charcoal and is a fashionable option for any bedroom. It's more an expensive piece of furniture than many of the other cribs we've tested, which can appear quite utilitarian. It's also quite lightweight at just 11kg and comes with a carry-on case so you can bring it with you on vacation or when moving house. The only extras you require are a waterproof cover and a co-sleeping safety strap. There are step-bystep instructions and illustrations to help you put it together as you open the box, making it a single-person job should you need to.

The Maxi-Cosi Lora

The Iora is a bassinet for the bed that allows parents to feel more connected to their infant as they sleep. It can be adjusted up and down and can be moved through three slide positions to fit beside the bed of the parent or in the corner of the room to ensure that your baby is close at hand. The mesh siding is breathable, allowing air to circulate through and allows you to glance at your baby. And you can store extra pajamas and supplies in the large storage basket underneath.

The Iora is a smaller bedside cot crib cot that can fold flat. It also comes with a travel bag which allows it to be taken anywhere. Our mum testers were able to move it from room to room, and believed it was a great size for a bedside cot that was not too big or too small. The large storage basket is great to store bedding and nappies.

This is a great option for parents who want to co-sleep, but do not want to share their own beds, or whose partners might have mobility issues, like back problems or arthritis. Our mum testers love the ease with which they can access their baby in the Iora and it also has an optional reflux incline to help with gas.

Our moms appreciate the fact that it complies with NICE guidelines that state to put the infant in the crib or Moses basket on its own (with no toys, blankets, pillows, etc). The mattress is also a good firm and comfortable for the baby, and sheets are easily available. It's not as light as the other smaller cribs on our list, so if you prefer something lighter and easier for you to move, you can choose another alternative.