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The Silver Cross Slumber Bedside Crib Travel Cot

Designed for divan beds, this bedside co sleeper crib is extremely easy to build. The instructions can be difficult to follow, particularly as there's an order in which the pieces have to be placed in, however MFM users found it extremely easy once they were familiar with it.

It also folds compactly and quickly and fits in its own travel bag for trips or holidays to grandparents.

Easy to put together

Silver Cross Slumber is a fantastic travel cot. It's easy to set up and use. It's designed to serve as an ideal bedside baby bed crib that keeps your baby close at all times of the night and allowing you to feed your child without having to get out of bed. It's also light and compact, making it ideal for traveling.

The crib is easy to put together with poles that you bend to place and a sheet to pop over the mattress. Once it's put together it's time to put your baby in. Emily, a mum tester, says it took her two attempts to master the assembly, but once she was able to master it, the process was simple. Her daughter slept well in it as well.

It includes a bassinet for newborns and a mattress that folds, making it suitable for babies from the moment of birth. It has a side zipper which allows you to lie next to your baby and observe them sleeping. Then, put them into the crib to ensure safety and zip it up. This is an excellent option if you are familiar with cosleeping with your baby and want to continue it for as long as you want to.

The crib can be folded and put in its own bag when you are ready to pack it. This is a great option for travelling. It's also a good option if you're going to be moving house or have guests staying at home for a while.

The Halo My Crib requires a bit more effort to put together than other travel cots however, it's not difficult. It's an excellent choice for parents who are just starting out because it's easy to set up and doesn't need any electronics. It has a premium clean bed, with a wipe-clean feature that's an added bonus. It's relatively light at 6.5kg and can easily fit into the suitcase or carry bag to travel with. It's ideal for holiday travel, overnight stays at the homes of your friends or visiting distant family. It could even fit into an item of checked luggage!

Easy to move

A bedside crib allows you to keep your baby close at night without having to get out of your bed to feed them. You can also check on your baby throughout the night. They can help your child learn to sleep independently. They are lightweight and portable and can be easily moved around the house or even taken on trips. Black Friday is a good time to buy one of these cribs.

The SnuzPod 4 is sleeker than other cribs that are used for bedside, but it still allows plenty of room for your baby to sleep comfortably. It has a ComfortAir comfortable mattress that regulates your baby's temperature. It also includes an optional reflux incline to help ease your baby's reflux. Home testers loved the slim frame and the ease with which it attaches to most beds. A mum on the BabyCentre Forum warns, however, that this model might not be suitable for certain divan beds as the straps are too long and don't extend to the base of the mattress.

Another mum on the BabyCentre forum suggests watching a YouTube video before buying the bedside travel cot crib, as it can be difficult to put together. She says that the instructions can be a bit confusing especially when it comes time to attach it to your bed. However, she finds it worth the effort as it's a gorgeous cot that's durable and easy to clean.

Jasmine Jasmine, an MFM mum who tested the crib at home, loved how it appeared in her bedroom. She also liked how durable it was. She also praised the dimensions of the crib, saying that it was larger than the size of a Moses' basket but not too large. She found it was easy to find bedding for and the mattress was of good quality, unlike some she's seen which feel flimsy or thin.

It is important to remember that a crib for bed isn't an alternative to a baby sleeping bag or swaddle as it does not guarantee safe sleep. Back To Sleep campaign guidelines recommend that your baby sleep on their backs in the crib or cot. It's important to remove all blankets, pillows and duvets that might affect your baby's breathing.

Easy to clean

A bedside crib travel cot will allow your baby to sleep comfortably when you are away from home. It lets you keep an eye on your child as they sleep, and also gives you a safe space to change them. Make sure you are aware of the safety features in cribs before you purchase one. Be sure it is in compliance with British standards and is easy to clean.

A good bedside crib should have mesh sides to allow airflow, and should be easy to clean. It should be simple to move from room to room. A solid frame and a top-quality mattress are essential. The bedding should be able to fit the mattress with a firmness and should not leave any gaps or loose fabric.

The size of your child is a different factor to consider. Some travel cots are large. Others fold into a compact size that is easily tucked into a suitcase or in the back of your vehicle. Some come with a carry bag.

Mom tester Nicola liked the look of the CoZee bedside sleeper cot crib looked and found it really easy to put together. She thought the mattress was lovely and comfortable, but she did feel it was very heavy compared to other cots she tested. She also mentioned she was pleased with the additional accessories, including the changing unit as well as the nightlight even when her son was too old to use them.

The cot has been shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Crib or Moses Basket category, this travel cot features strong aluminum frames and a triple-layered ventilated mattress that's designed to provide the best comfort. It has an easy-to-use changing mat as well as two overhead linking toys that will keep your baby entertained while they sleep.

Easy to store

As the name suggests, this crib is extremely easy to keep clean and store away. The sides fold up and the legs collapse into a compact, flat bag that easily fits into your car boot or suitcase, making it ideal for weekend trips, daytime breaks and staying over with family and friends. The fabric is strong and machine washed and the mattress is good to the touch. However, the mattress is smaller than the others and our mom tester Kathryn found it to be quite low to the ground, meaning she had to bend her knees to get her toddler for bedtime.

It's a bit heavier but it's still lightweight and compact. It's simple to put together and its four mesh sides allow for ventilation and better visibility. It also comes with a convenient changing station as well as a nightlight and music function however our mom tester Nicola discovered that her daughter Olly didn't really enjoy the extra features, and she felt they made her work a little more difficult in the dark.

In addition to the additional accessories, this cot is fairly basic and simple in design, but it's still one of the top on the market for its weight and user-friendliness. It is suitable from the time of birth and can be easily converted into a toddler's crib or playpen. One side opens for easy access. It also comes with a carry bag that makes it easy to pack away when not in use and transport.

The majority (but not all) airlines allow passengers to take a crib with a portable bed for free It's worth weighing your needs when you're looking at alternatives. Some of the smaller travel cots can be folded down so small that they can even fit in a suitcase, which is great when traveling on air. Make sure you are aware of the airline's regulations prior to purchasing a travel crib. Some are larger and must be checked as luggage. It's also important to consider the frequency at which you will use the travel cot to determine its size, weight and function.