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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

A crib that is placed near your bed allows you to keep your baby close to you at night without having to get out of bed. The breathable fabric allows you to easily see your baby and they are easy to lower when you need to feed your baby at 3am.

Some double as a moses basket, too.

What is a bedside cot?

A bedside crib, also referred to as a bassinet or co-sleeper is a baby bedside co sleeper cot that is attached to an adult bed. This allows your newborn to sleep with you in peace. This is a safe form of co-sleeping and does not increase the risk of SIDS like bedsharing. It also helps you bond with your newborn baby.

These cots have an end that can be adjusted so that you can reach your baby easily in the nighttime to comfort them and feed them. This is particularly useful for mothers recovering from a csection. Many of them are portable or foldable so you can use them to travel or as an interim solution for infants who aren't ready to move to a larger crib.

When you are looking for a crib to sleep in, look for a model with a breathable mattress and a cover to shield your baby from stains. You might also want buy baby-safe accessories such as the blanket or teether.

If you're looking for a longer-term alternative, some cribs are equipped with conversion kits that let you convert them into a cot or a toddler bed at the time of need. This will extend their life and make the transition a lot easier. Some even have a detachable top section that transforms into a bassinet, while others can be used on either the regular or high-rise adult bed. This is an excellent choice for families that intend to frequently travel or switch between bedrooms at night. It is also important to consider how big your bedroom is to ensure that you can squeeze the crib in comfortably. Many cribs come with risers that can be used to create an incline for babies who have reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

Famous for their high-end baby bedside co sleeper products, English brand Joie has entered the world of cribs for bedside use with the Roomie Glide. This co-sleeper was designed to help parents bond and sleep side by side with their babies, without sharing the same bed. It is full of features that make bonding between parent and baby safe, easy, and fun.

One of the most important features is a smooth, rocking motion that can be activated with the press of an button. This gentle rhythm can soothe your baby into sleep without disrupting their natural sleep patterns. This is ideal for toddlers and older babies who are struggling to settle. It can also help with digestion problems such as colic and reflux.

The crib can also be attached to the side of the bed by an attachment strap and clip. This makes it stable and secure allowing you to get a good night's rest without having to worry about your little one rolling off into the middle of the room. The rounded cocoon shape comes with softly padded sides and two mesh windows on both ends to allow for ample air flow while making sure your baby is safe.

The mattress is soft and comfortable and has an easily removable cover. The crib is simple to set up and disassemble thanks to a lightweight aluminium frame that makes it very portable. The four locking wheels 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 with wipeable woven fabrics and is easy to carry in a backpack, making it perfect for extended stays away from home.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air

This model is made to be a safe, baby-sitter from birth to 6 months. It has rocking bars to make it easy to move and castors. Its airflow mattress is luxurious and provides a comfortable sleep surface while ventilation panels ensure your baby is kept cool. There are 6 different height settings, including an incline option that can aid with congestion and reflux.

The Tutti Bambini COZee Air crib comes with a removable fabric and wipe-clean lining. This makes it much easier to clean than bedside cribs that can be a mess to clean. It also has an upper bar that can be easily adjusted for nighttime feeds without needing to search for zips in the dark.

Anna found that the CoZee was a comfortable and safe sleeping space for her infant. She loved that it didn't rock like other models, so it wasn't waking her in the night when she was trying to comfort her baby for feeds. She also appreciated that the sides of the chair could be lowered so she didn't have to reach over her partner in order to carry the child out to feed her at night.

The CoZee is available in oak and charcoal and was a stylish addition to the bedroom. It's more stylish than other cribs we've tried that are usually utilitarian. It's also relatively lightweight at 11kg and comes with a carrying case so you can take it on vacation or if moving house. The only additional items you'll need to buy are a waterproof sheet and a safety strap for co-sleeping. There are step-bystep instructions and pictures to assist you in putting it together as you open the box, making it a one-person job when needed.

The Maxi-Cosi lora

The Iora is a bedside bassinet that helps parents feel closer to their child while they sleep. It can be adjusted both up and down, and moved through three different slide positions to fit beside the bed of the parent or in the corner, so that the baby is always at hand. The breathable mesh siding allows air to circulate through and allows you to glance at your baby. And you can stow additional pajamas and other items in the large storage basket beneath.

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

This is a great choice for parents who wish to sleep in a co-sleeping bed but don't want to share their bed. If one of the partners suffers from mobility issues like arthritis or back pain. Our mom testers are thrilled with the ease with which they can access their child in the Iora, and it also has an optional reflux incline to help with gas.

Our moms are thrilled that the mattress adheres to NICE guidelines. These are to place the baby in a Moses basket or crib on its own without blankets, toys or pillows. They also say that the mattress is firm and comfortable for baby and is easy to find sheets for. It isn't as light as other cribs that are smaller however it is a good choice if you are looking for something lighter and easier to move around with, look at other options in our list.