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A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

A bedside crib allows you to keep your baby close to you at night without the need to get up. The breathable fabric 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.

What is a bedside cosleeper cot?

A bedside crib, also referred to as a bassinet, or co-sleeper, is a small baby cot for bedside that is attached to an adult bed. This allows your child to sleep with you in a safe environment. This is a form of co-sleeping in a safe manner that does not increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) like bedsharing, and can help you bond with your newborn.

The cots come with an end that can be lowered to allow you to reach your baby easily at night to soothe and feed them. This is especially useful for mums recovering from the c-section. Many are portable or foldable which means you can use them for travel and as an interim solution for babies that aren't yet ready to be able to transition to a larger crib.

Look for a crib with an air-conditioned mattress, as well as an extra-safe cover that will protect your baby from stains. You might also want purchase baby-safe items such as a blanket or teether.

If you're looking for a longer-term alternative, some cribs are equipped with conversion kits that allow you to transform them into a cot, or a toddler bed when the time comes. This can extend their lifespan and make the transition smoother. Some have a removable top section that converts into an infant bed, and some can be used on the regular or high-rise adult bed. This is a good choice for families who plan on traveling frequently or transferring between bedrooms throughout the night. Take into consideration the dimensions of your bedroom to ensure you fit comfortably in the crib. Many cribs have a riser that can be used to create an incline for babies who have reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

Famous for their high-end baby products English brand Joie has stepped into the world of bedside cribs with the Roomie Glide. This co-sleeper was designed to enable parents to bond and sleep side-by-side with their babies, without sharing one bed. It's packed with features that make bonding between parent and baby secure, easy and enjoyable.

A gentle rocking motion can be activated by pressing a button. This gentle rhythm will help soothe your baby to sleep without disrupting their natural sleep patterns. This is ideal for toddlers or older babies who have difficulty settling down. It can also assist with digestive problems like colic and reflux.

The crib can also be attached to the side of the bed with clips and straps. This makes it very solid and secure, allowing you to get a good night's rest without worrying about your little one falling off into the middle of the room. The round shape of the cocoon has soft padded side panels and double mesh windows on both ends. This allows airflow while keeping your baby safe.

The mattress is soft and comfortable and has an easy-to-clean cover. The crib is simple to put together and take down thanks to a lightweight aluminium frame that makes it extremely portable. The four lockable wheels are rubber-covered to ensure that the crib doesn't leave marks on your floor and are easy to move around. It is easy to clean with cloths that wipe clean and is easy to carry in a bag for travel, making it ideal for overnight time away from home.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air

This model is made to be a safe, baby-sitter from birth until 6 months. It features bars that rock for easy mobility and castors. Its deluxe airflow mattress offers a comfortable sleep surface while ventilation panels keep your baby cool. There are also 6 different height settings, including an incline option that could help with reflux and congestion.

In contrast to other cribs for bed, which can be a nightmare to clean due to their incessant stream of dribble and snot The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air has a wipe-clean liner and fabric that can be removed to wash in the machine. It also comes with a top bar that can be easily lowered to allow for feeding at night without the need to juggle zips.

Anna discovered that the CoZee could be a safe, comfortable sleeping space for her baby. She was pleased that it didn't move like other models so she didn't wake up in the night trying to soothe her child to feed. She also liked that the side of the chair was lowered so she didn't need to reach over her partner in order to lift the child to feed her at night.

The CoZee is available in charcoal or oak and is a stylish accessory to any bedroom. It looks more designer than other cribs we've seen that are usually utilitarian. It's also quite light at just 11kg, and comes with a carry bag so you can take it on vacation or when you move home. The only additional items you'll have to purchase are a fitted waterproof sheet 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 bedside rocking crib bassinet that helps parents feel closer to their infant while they sleep. It can be adjusted upwards and downwards and shifted through three different slide positions to fit under the bed of the parent or in the corner so the baby is always in reach. The mesh siding lets air flow through, and allows you to see your baby quickly. You can also put away additional pajamas or other items in the large basket underneath.

In contrast to other bedside crib options Iora is a standout among other bedside cribs. Iora can be folded flat and comes with a carry-on bag to allow it to be taken wherever. It was easy to move around from room to room and our mom testers thought it was the right size for a bedside crib. The large bedside crib storage basket is perfect to store extra bedding or nappies.

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

Our mums appreciate that the mattress follows NICE guidelines. These include placing the baby in a Moses basket or crib on its own, without toys, blankets, pillows etc. The mattress is also sturdy and comfortable for babies and sheets are easily available. It isn't as light as the other cribs for bedside use however and if you're looking for something lighter and more portable, think about one of the other options in our list.