A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed
A crib for bed allows you to keep your baby close during the night without needing to get up. The fabric’s breathable design lets you easily see your baby, and they’re easy to lower for those sleepy 3am feeds.
Some double as a moses basket too.
What is a bedside cosleeper cot?
A bedside cots uk crib, also known as a bassinet, or co-sleeper is a baby cot attached to your adult bed. This allows your newborn to sleep with you in safety. This is a safe form of co-sleeping and doesn’t increase your risk of SIDS as bedsharing does. It also helps you bond with your new baby.
The cots usually have a side that can be raised, so you can easily reach your newborn throughout the night for feeding and comforting. This is especially useful for mums recovering from a c-section. Some are also mobile or foldable, which means you can take them on your travels and use them as a temporary sleeping solution for infants who aren’t yet ready to move to a full-sized cot.
When shopping for a crib that is bedside cots uk, look for a model that has a breathable mattress and a cover to protect your newborn from the stains. You may also want to buy baby-safe accessories such as an infant blanket or a teether.
If you are looking for a longer-term solution cribs are available with conversion kits that let you convert them into a toddler bed or 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 converted into a bassinet. Other models can be used with a regular adult bed or a high-rise bed. This is a good choice for families who plan on frequently traveling or switching between bedrooms during the night. You should also consider the size of your bedroom to ensure that you can squeeze the crib comfortably. A lot of cribs have an riser that can be used to create an inclined position for babies who suffer from reflux.
The Joie Roomie Glide
Known for their high-quality baby products English brand Joie has entered the world of bedside cribs with the Roomie Glide. It is designed to allow parents to bond with their babies whilst sleeping side by side without sharing a bed this co-sleeper comes with features that make parent-baby bonding easy, safe and enjoyable.
A smooth rocking motion can be activated by pressing the button. This will help soothe your baby to sleep with a gentle beat that doesn’t disrupt their normal sleeping pattern. This is ideal for toddlers and older babies who are struggling to settle and can aid in digestive issues such as reflux and colic.
The crib can be locked in it once the rocking is finished to stop it from moving and can also be secured to the side of your bed by clips and straps. This makes the crib very stable and secure, allowing you to sleep soundly without worrying that your child will slide off into the middle. The rounded cocoon shape comes with softly cushioned sides and double mesh windows on both sides to allow for plenty of air flow whilst keeping your baby secure.
The mattress comes with a firm and comfortable and has an easily removable cover. The crib is easy to set up and disassemble thanks to the lightweight aluminum frame that makes it very portable. The four lockable wheels are covered in rubber to ensure the crib won’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 easily put in a bag for long-term stays.
The TuttiBambini CoZee air
Created to be a safe crib that can be used as a next-to-me crib from birth until six months, this superior model comes with rocking bars as well as castors to allow for easy mobility. The deluxe airflow mattresses provide an ideal sleeping surface and ventilation panels help keep your baby cool. There are six different height settings, including an incline setting to help with reflux and congestion.
Unlike some bedside cribs that can be a challenge to clean due to their endless stream of dribble and snot and snot, the Tutti Bambini CoZee Air comes with a wipe-clean lining and fabric that can be removed for machine-washing. It also has a top bar that can be easily lowered to allow for feeding at night without having to fiddle with zips.
Anna discovered that the CoZee was a comfortable and safe sleep space for her newborn. She was pleased that it didn’t sway like other models, so it didn’t wake her up at night while she was trying to soothe her baby during feeds. She also loved the fact that the side could be lowered so that she didn’t have to reach over her partner to pull the baby to feed her at night.
The CoZee is available in charcoal and oak and is a beautiful addition to the bedroom. It’s more an elegant piece of furniture than some of the other cribs that we’ve tried, which appear rather utilitarian. It’s also quite lightweight at just 11kg and comes with a carry-on case so you can bring it on holiday or when you are moving home. The only additional items you’ll require are a waterproof cover and a safety strap for co-sleeping. There are step-bystep instructions and illustrations to assist you in putting it together when first opening the box which makes it a single-person job should you need to.
The Maxi-Cosi Lora
The Iora is a bassinet for the bed that helps parents feel closer to their infant as they sleep. It can be adjusted up and down and can be moved through three slide positions to be placed next to the bed of the parent or in the corner of the room so that the baby is always close to the parent’s side. The mesh siding lets air flow through, and allows you to see your baby easily. You can also store extra pajamas or supplies in the large storage basket beneath.
In contrast to other bedside crib options Iora is a standout among other bedside cribs. Iora can be folded flat and comes with a bag for travel which allows it to be taken anywhere. It was easy to move around from room to space, and our mum testers believed it was the right size for a bedside crib. The large storage basket is ideal to store bedding and nappies.
This is a great option for parents who want to sleep together but don’t want to share their bed. Also, if one of the partners suffers from mobility issues like arthritis or back pain. Our mom testers loved that they could easily access their baby in the Iora and that it had an option to have a reflux incline which helped alleviate gas.
Our mums appreciate that the mattress follows NICE guidelines. These are to place an infant in the Moses basket or crib on its own without toys, blankets or pillows. They also claim that the mattress is comfortable and firm for the baby and easy to find sheets for. It isn’t as light as other smaller bedside cribs, though it is a good choice if you are looking for something lighter and more portable, consider one of the other options in our list.