The Best Bedside Cot
These cribs are designed to be put close to your bed, making it easier for your baby to reach you at 3am for night feeds and nappy changes. They can also be a great alternative to a Moses basket.
The Lullaby Trust, NHS and other experts in safe sleep recommend that babies are kept in a crib that is away from your bed. This will prevent the possibility of suffocation or overheating. Our mum testers loved this cozy option that has smooth gliding motions to bring babies back to sleep.
1. Joie Roomie Glide
The Roomie Glide bedside cot is an innovative product made by English brand Joie. It was designed to let you sleep with your partner without sharing the bed. It features a smooth single-hand glide that gently lulls your infants into a state of bliss without needing to leave your side of the bed and a one-touch glide lock that secures it once your little one is asleep. There are also safety straps that ensure it stays securely attached to your bed, as well as retractable wheels that let you move it whenever you want to.
bedside crib with changing table , softly padded sides and double-mesh windows increase the security and comfort of your little sleeper. It's also simple to assemble and disassemble, making it ideal for travelling with and packing away. The cot comes with a machine-washable mattress cover and is easy to clean. Additional sheets of cotton are available in packs of two.
Roanna loved the cotbed and called it "a high-quality purchase". She was pleased that the gliding motion was soothing and lulled her to sleep. She thought the design was elegant and that it would go with most bedrooms. However, she did point out that although it's great for infants, once they reach six months old, you'll need to buy them a bigger cot.
She also appreciated that the side panel that slides could be lifted with one hand, meaning she could easily answer those wake-up calls from her bed to feed or comfort her children. The Roomie Glide also has 11 height settings, so it can be adjusted to fit nearly every size bed. There are straps and clips that help to secure it.
2. BassiNest
The HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper comes with many advantages, including a side pouch that's perfect for diapers, nipple cream, and all the other essentials you'll need during the infant stage. It also comes with a sturdy base and mattress which can be easily cleaned up after spit-ups, blowouts and other mishaps associated with infants. Additionally, it comes with a machine-washable sheet so that you can keep it fresh.
This bedside cot rotates 360 degrees so you can be closer to your child's for a secure sleeping. Its patented side wall can be raised and then returned automatically so you can tend to your baby from the bed without having to get away from the crib which is crucial for new mothers recovering from C-sections.
The Swivel feature makes it easy to pick up your baby for cuddles or feeds while you're sleeping. It features the nightlight, three calming sounds, and two levels of vibration to help you stick to your breastfeeding or bottle-feeding routine.
The more luxurious version of this bedside cot adds wood accents to give it an elegant look and a premium yarn dyed fabric. It also has the option of a floor lamp to help you see in the dark without disrupting your baby or your partner, as well as a storage caddy that keeps everything you need at your fingertips. Both versions of the HALO Bassinest have a sturdy and adjustable base that sits close to beds that are that are up to 34 inches high and the side wall can be locked to ensure security. It is designed to be used up until your baby shows signs that they are moving over or reach 20 pounds. It has been independently tested and approved by JPMA to meet the safety standards of Health Canada and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
3. Maxi-Cosi lora
With its clean and stylish design that comes in a range of contemporary colors and wood effect details, this sleek bedside bassinet is a real sleep winner. The breathable mesh allows plenty of air to circulate and provides you with a great view of your baby. The mattress is sturdy enough for even naps during the day as well as the night time sleep. It also features a reflux-incline function to help ease reflux and congestion, if necessary. When you're ready to give your baby a space of their own The crib can be transformed into a stylish stand-alone unit with a comfortable mattress. It can be folded flat and fit into a handy travel bag, so you can take it on a trip to the beach or when baby stays over at Grandma's.
Shortlisted for 2021's best Cot Crib, Crib, or Moses Basket at the Mother and Baby Awards, this crib offers optimal comfort for babies in the first few months of. It has a comfortable and extra-thick mattress, adjustable up to five height settings, and a rocking feature for nappers who are fussy. Additionally, it's made of EcoCare, Maxi-Cosi's new premium, future-proof fabric that is soft and comfortable on baby's skin.
Its small frame makes it smaller than other cots for bedside use. It's also simple to raise the bed to the proper level with just two levers. (Some mothers have reported that they find it difficult to move the bar that connects the legs upwards and downwards. It also glides side to side, which can help you place it closer to your bed when it's time to feed your baby night feeding or to soothe baby back to sleep. Like other bedsides, it has a spacious storage basket beneath for everything your baby needs.
4. Shnuggle Air
Shnuggle is an American company that creates products that make parenting easier for parents, and safer for babies. The company was founded with its first moses basket made of hypoallergenic material without wicker in 2009. It has been awarded over 50 awards from industry and consumer groups.
The crib's dual-view mesh sides maximise breathability and allow you to monitor baby. Its mattress is also 50 percent more breathable than standard foam mattresses, and is tested to highest British safety standards. The crib can also be transformed into a cot (kit sold separately) which makes it an ideal sleeping solution for newborns to toddlers. The softly padded sides prevent babies' arms or legs from being caught in cot bars, and the fabrics are removable and hand washable.
This bedside crib is easy to move around thanks to its swivel wheel. It can be attached securely to a divan or bedframe. It's the only item on this list with the option of a drop-down side that can be opened to allow you access to your food at night or comforting.
This model is different from the other bassinets which are featured in this guide. It has softly cushioned side panels instead of bars for cots. This helps prevent little legs and arms from becoming entangled. It's also a great option for breastfeeding mothers or women who have had a C-section as it's easy to get baby into and out of the bassinet to nurse and soothe.
It also comes with more features than most of cribs on this list, such as an easy incline for reflux and colic and a hammock for storage underneath and seven height adjustments. However, our testers for parents did mention that the safety catch on the top bar can click loudly when reattached, which could wake up your baby. The mattress and fabric are both removable and hand washed and the crib is simple to put together.
5. Clair de Lune
The third movement of the 1890 Suite bergamasque of Claude Debussy 'Clair de Lune,' (French moonlight) is based on Paul Verlaine’s poetic wistfulness and conveys the impression of a sunny Italian small town. It is also an ideal fit into Twilight in which Edward Cullen has it on his stereo as he woos Bella and gazes at Bella with that lusty vampire. It's a melodramatic love story and the music is excellent.
Mike Mills adapted this piece for his 2009 film C'mon C'mon. In the film, it is not played by a pianist but by the San Francisco Saxophone Quartet.