A Small Bedside Cot That Attaches to Your Adult Bed

If you want to keep your baby as close as possible to him at night, without having to get out of the bed, a crib that is placed beside your bed is the perfect solution. The fabric is breathable and allows you to easily see your baby and they are easy to lower when you require an early feeding.

Some double as a moses's basket.

What is a bedside crib travel cot?

A bedside crib (also called a bassinet or co-sleeper) is a small baby cot that attaches to your adult bed, allowing your newborn to sleep comfortably next to you. This is a safe form of co-sleeping that does not increase the risk of SIDS, like bedsharing. It also helps you bond with the new baby.

They have one side that can be lowered so that you can reach your baby easily in the nighttime to comfort them and feed them. This is particularly helpful for mothers who are recovering from a csection. Many of them are portable or foldable making them suitable for trips and as an interim solution for babies who aren't ready to be able to transition to a larger crib.

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

If you're looking for a longer-term solution, some cribs come with conversion kits that allow you to transform them into a toddler bed or cot at the time that is right. This is a great way to extend their life span and making the transition easier. Some come with a removable section at the top that can be transformed into a bassinet. Other models can be used with either a standard adult bed or a high-rise one. This is a great option for families that are planning on frequent travel or switching rooms during the night. You should also think about the size of your room to ensure that you can fit the crib in comfortably. Many cribs come with a riser which can be used to create an inclined position for infants who suffer from reflux.

The Joie Roomie Glide

The Roomie Glide, a bedside crib manufactured by the English brand Joie is a fantastic addition to their range of high-quality baby products. It is designed to help parents bond with their children while sleeping together without sharing a bed this co-sleeper is packed with features that help make bonding between parents safe, easy and fun.

A smooth, steady rocking motion could be activated by pressing a button. This will help soothe your baby to sleep with a gentle rhythm that doesn't disrupt their normal sleep pattern. This is great for older babies or toddlers who have difficulty settling down. It can also help with digestive problems like reflux and colic.

The crib can be locked in it once the rocking is finished to stop it from moving and small bedside cot can also be secured to the side of your bed by clips and straps. This makes the crib sturdy and secure, allowing you to sleep peacefully, without having to worry that your baby will roll off into the middle. The cocoon's rounded shape features softly cushioned sides and double mesh windows on both sides to allow for plenty of airflow while making sure your baby is safe.

The mattress is soft and firm and comes with a washable cover. The crib is simple to assemble and disassemble with an aluminum frame that is lightweight and makes it extremely portable. The four rubber-covered wheels lockable ensure that the crib does not leave marks on your flooring and are easy to move. It is easy to clean with wipeable woven fabrics and is easy to carry in a bag for travel, which makes it ideal for long-term time away from home.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee Air

This model is made to be a safe next-to-me-crib from birth to 6 months. It features rocking bars to make it easy to move and castors. The airflow mattress is a premium model that provides an ideal sleeping surface and ventilators ensure your baby is kept cool. There are 6 different height settings, including an incline option to help with congestion and reflux.

The Tutti Bambini COZee air crib has a removable fabric and a wipe-clean lining. This makes it easier to clean than bedside cribs that are messy to clean. Additionally, it comes with a top bar that is easily lowered for nighttime feeds without needing to search for zips in the dark.

Anna found that the CoZee was a safe and comfy place to sleep for her baby. She liked that it didn't move like other models so she didn't wake up in the night trying to soothe her child for feedings. She also appreciated that the sides of the chair could be lowered so that she didn't have to reach over her partner in order to carry the child out to feed them at night.

The CoZee comes in oak or charcoal and is a stylish accessory to any bedroom. It's more a designer piece than some of the other cribs we've tried, which appear rather utilitarian. It's also fairly light at just 11kg, and comes with a carrying case which allows you to take it with you on holiday or if you're moving your home. You only need to purchase an waterproof sheet and a safety strap for sleeping together. There are helpful step-by-step instructions and photos to assist you in putting it together when you first open the box which makes it a one-person job if needed.

The Maxi-Cosi lora

The Iora is a bedside bassinet that helps parents feel connected to their infant while they sleep. It can be adjusted upwards and downwards, 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 within reach. The mesh siding lets air flow through, and allows you to quickly see your baby. And you can stow additional pajamas and other items in the large bedside crib storage basket under.

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

This is a great choice for parents who are looking to co-sleep, but do not want to share their own beds or whose partner may be prone to mobility issues, such as back problems or arthritis. Our mum testers loved the ease with which they could access their child while in the Iora and that it had an option to have a reflux incline which helped to reduce 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 and pillows. They also claim that the mattress is firm and comfortable for the baby and easy to find sheets for. It's not as light as other cribs that are smaller however it is a good choice if you are looking for something lighter and more portable, look at other options in our list.