7 Small Changes You Can Make That'll Make The Difference With Your Bedside Cot Reviews

7 Small Changes You Can Make That'll Make The Difference With Your Bedside Cot Reviews

Bedside Cot Reviews

A bedside crib (also called a bassinet) is located next to your bed, to allow you to be able to tend to your baby during night feeds and diaper changes without having to get out of your bed. These cribs are great for helping to build independence in your child as they get more comfortable in their own sleeping space.

The Joie Roomie Glide

The Joie Roomie Glide crib is a bedside crib which allows parents to rest with their infant while ensuring that they are safe to sleep. The smooth gliding motion of the Joie Roomie Glide can help soothe your baby to sleep and its unique features let you monitor your child without leaving bed.

The sliding side panel of the cot can be raised and lowered with just a push of a single button. This makes it simple to reach inside and soothe a crying baby at night. It has 11 height adjustments that can be adjusted to fit almost any mattress size and adjustable folding feet to ensure that it sits exactly at the correct level.

In terms of safety the cot is cushioned and has mesh sides for increased airflow, and the mattress is made of high-density foam for extra protection. It's also wipeable to keep it clean. It also is fitted with a sheet that is suitable for use with the cot.

The Roomie Glide, unlike some other bedside cribs is compatible with all beds including divans. This is because of the straps and clips that connect it. It can be used as a standalone crib if it isn't attached to the bed. It is packed with amazing features designed with parent and baby bonding in mind.

It is important to remember that this crib won't last as long once your baby turns six months old. You'll need to purchase a larger crib. Overall, Roanna thought that the Joie Roomie Glide crib was an excellent purchase. She loved its sleek design.

The Roomie Glide is available to purchase at John Lewis for PS160, which Roanna felt was an affordable price for a cot with these advanced features. She was pleased with the way it looked in her bedroom, and thought its grey color would fit most modern homes. She did mention that it's not a good idea to rock a baby when it's younger as it can cause an unhealthy sleep pattern that can be difficult to overcome later.

The Tutti Bambini CoZee

The Tutti Bambini CoZee is an award-winning bedside crib that was designed with a safe night's sleep in mind.  bedside crib with wheels  comes with a drop-side rail that is able to be easily adjusted to feed your child at night without disturbing them or getting out of bed. This is ideal for breastfeeding mothers! It's also light and easy to move around during naps or when traveling.

We love that it's made from soft materials with breathable mesh sides that promote airflow and ease of use. It's available in oak and charcoal and comes with a variety of melange fabric options that blend well with most decor styles. Anna found that it was sturdy and secure once attached to her bed. The legs snapped into place and the zippers were secure to ensure safety. It took her about 10 minutes to assemble it and did not require tools, and comes with clear instructions and a video or support number if you run into any issues.


The CoZee crib has all the features you'd think of in a crib for your bedside, including the ability to connect it to your existing bed using a stay-in-place connection system. It also comes with six height settings. Additionally, there is an incline feature that can be used to aid infants suffering from reflux or congestion. It's also machine washable, a must with all the dribble, vomit and snot that come with having a baby!

If you're looking to keep your baby close to you during the first six months of their life when they're beginning to learn to sleep independently and independently, the CoZee is a great option as it can also be used as a stand-alone crib, changing table and toddler bed. With the addition of a sofa bed extension pack, it can be transformed into an actual bed. While it isn't able to feed your baby, or magically make them sleep it will gently rock them to send them off!

The Chicco Next2Me Magic

This is one of Chicco's most expensive options, but it comes with a lot of features. It can be used as either a side-sleeper, or a standalone crib and is suitable for babies from birth to six months. It's easy to open and close the side panel with a new mechanism. It's also more adjustable than its predecessor, having 11 different height levels as well as retractable feet for a secure installation under any bed.

Our testers loved the ease of access to the side panel, which can be moved up and down by pressing one button. This was especially helpful during nighttime feedings as they could reach in and pick their baby up without disturbing them.

It is possible to lower the side panel itself, but this isn't advised, as it increases the risk that your child will be thrown out of the cot. However, the patented safety locking mechanism guarantees that it can only remain in place when it is attached to the parent's bed correctly. This is a wonderful feature to have in place for peace of mind, particularly if you're breastfeeding and require frequent nighttime feedings.

The Chicco Next2Me Magic is designed to work with any bed, including divan bases and beds with drawers due to the telescopic legs. It comes with a tilting function to help reflux babies, and a rocking function to help ease them into sleep after eating. It's also very spacious and has excellent ventilation due to its mesh sides.

Our test participants found the Next2Me Magic easy to set up and use, however it does have quite lengthy instructions. It's a bit heavier than some of the other side-sleepers, however it's very portable and can be moved from room room with ease. It's also small enough to fit into a travel bag when not in use, which is an advantage in the event that you have to transport it. The only drawback our testers noticed was that the side panel didn't flex like some of the other models, making it difficult to observe your child from your own bed.

The Shnuggle Air

If you're looking for a bedside crib that will grow with your child, then the Shnuggle Air is definitely worth considering. Designed to be a co-sleeping bassinet that will attach securely to your bed, but can also convert into a stylish cot when your baby is ready. It's ideal for feeding your baby at night and growing your bond with your newborn.

The Shnuggle Air crib is designed to breathe, which is different from other cribs. Its dual-view mesh side panels and airflow mattress that is breathable and hypoallergenic maximise airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable. The gentle incline helps reduce colic and reflux. The zipper-down side lets you to feed your baby or soothe them during the night.

The kit for converting cots is also well-designed, with clear instructions. It comes with everything you need. It took us around an hour to construct and was fairly straightforward. The only drawback was the absence of written captions on a few of the images, which made it difficult to follow certain steps. Overall, it was a straightforward process and the quality of the materials used was high.

In co-sleeping mode we discovered the Shnuggle Air to be an ideal choice for breastfeeding mothers and women who have had a C-section because it lets them comfortably reach out to their newborn to feed and comfort them without having to leave their bed. It's a great option for parents who do not want to go through the stress of putting their child in a traditional cot, or even getting them out of it.

bedside cots for newborns  gliding motion was discovered to be extremely helpful in lulling babies to sleep following meals at midday or night. The drop-down side is also accessible to feed or soothe babies during the middle of the night and was a major benefit for our exhausted test mums. Although it doesn't rock, or come with extra features like a sound system the Joie Roomie Glide's sleek design and functionality make it a great addition to our top bedside crib reviews.