The Silver Cross Slumber Bedside Crib Travel Cot
Designed for divan beds, this bedside crib is extremely easy to build. The instructions are a little difficult to follow since there is a specific order in which you need to place the pieces, but MFM users found it easy to follow after they had gotten used to it.
It also folds very compactly and quickly and fits into its own bag for trips or holidays to visit grandparents.
Easy to assemble
Silver Cross Slumber is a great travel cot. It's simple to use and set up. It's designed to serve as a bedside crib, keeping your baby close by all night long and letting you feed them without getting out of bed. It's also light and compact, making it perfect to take on trips.
The crib is easy to build using poles you can bend into positions and a sheet that slides over the mattress. Once it's put together and you're ready to put your baby inside. Mum tester Emily says it took her a few attempts to master the art of assembling it but once she did, it was quick and simple. Her daughter was able to sleep comfortably in it, too.
It includes a foldable mattress as well as a baby bassinet which makes it suitable from birth. It also has a side-zip, which allows you to lie with your baby as they sleep and then place them in the crib and zip them up for safety. This is an excellent option if you are used to sleeping with your child and wish to continue this as long as you want to.
When you're ready to take it down the crib folds up in one move and is then put away in its own carry bag which is a great idea if you're travelling. It's also a great option for those who are planning on moving your home or have guests staying in your home for a time.
The Halo My Crib is a bit more difficult to put up than other travel cots, but it's not too difficult. It's an excellent option if you're a first-time parent since it doesn't need any electronic devices and is simple to put together. It comes with a top-quality clean bed, with a wipe-clean feature, which is an added bonus. It's light at 6.5kg and can easily fit into a suitcase or carry bag for travel. It's a great option for holidays, staying overnight at friends' houses or visiting family who reside far away. It can even fit in the luggage of a checked piece!
Easy to move
A bedside crib lets you to keep your baby close during the night, without needing to get up from bed to feed them. They also help your baby learn to sleep independently and allow you to keep an eye on them throughout the night. They are typically light and portable, making them easy to move around your home and even take on excursions. Black Friday is a great 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 rest comfortably. It comes with a ComfortAir breathable mattress that regulates your baby's temperature. It also comes with an optional reflux incline that can help alleviate your baby's reflux. The slim frame was a favorite with testers at home, since it was able to be attached to most beds. A mum on the BabyCentre Forum warns, however, that this model might not fit certain divan beds because the straps are too long and do not extend to the base of the mattress.
A mom on the BabyCentre Forum recommends watching a YouTube video first before purchasing this bedside crib. It isn't easy to assemble. She noted that the instructions were a bit confusing especially when it came to putting it on your bed. But she says it's worth the effort since it's a gorgeous cot that's robust and easy to clean.
Jasmine, a MFM mum who tested the crib at home, loved the way it was positioned in her bedroom. She also appreciated the fact that it was durable. She also was awed by its size, stating that it was larger than a Moses basket, but not so large that it was oversized. She was able to find bedding for and the mattress was of a high-quality, unlike other mattresses she's encountered that feel thin or thin.
It's important to keep in mind that a bedside crib isn't an alternative to a baby swaddle or sleeping bag in the sense that it doesn't guarantee the safety of your baby during sleep. Back To Sleep campaign guidelines recommend that your baby sleep on their back in the crib or cot. It is also essential to remove any pillows, duvets or blankets that may affect your baby's breathing.
Easy to clean
If you'd like your baby to rest comfortably while away from home, a bedside travel cot is a great alternative. You can keep an eye on them while they sleep, and you have a safe space to change their diaper. But before you purchase a crib that is placed on the bed, be sure to examine its safety features. Be sure it is in compliance with British standards and is easy to clean.
A good bedside crib will have mesh sides that allow airflow and be easy to clean. It should also be simple to move from room room. A solid frame and a top-quality mattress are essential. The bedding should fit comfortably over the mattress and not have gaps or loose fabrics.
The size of your child's head is another crucial factor. Some travel cots are somewhat bulky, while others fold down into an incredibly compact size which can be easily put in a suitcase or the back of your car. Some even have a carry bag.
Nicola mother test participant, was impressed with the CoZee crib bedside and found it easy to put together. She found the mattress very comfortable and lovely but it was a bit heavy in comparison to the other cots she tested. She also said that she found the additional accessories like the changing unit and nightlight useful, even though her son was a bit old for them by then.
The cot has been shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot Crib, Crib or Moses Basket category, this travel cot has a sturdy aluminium frame and an air-conditioned mattress that's designed to offer superior comfort. bedside crib or cot has a handy changing mat and two overhead linking toys that will keep kids entertained while they sleep.
Easy to store
This crib is easy to clean and to store. The legs and sides fold into a flat bag that can be tucked away in your car luggage, backpack or boot. It's perfect for day trips, weekends or even for long-term stays. The mattress is soft and feels wonderful to the touch. The fabric can be machine washed and is a long-lasting material. The mattress is shallower than many and our mum test subject Kathryn had to bend to pick up her toddler for bedtime.
It's also a little heavier than other travel cots we test, but it's quite compact and light. It is easy to assemble and its four mesh sides allow for ventilation and visibility. It also has a music function, a nightlight, and a changing station. However, our mum test participant Nicola felt that her older son Olly was not a fan of these features.
Apart from the additional accessories the cot is simple and basic in design, but still one of the best available for its weight and convenience. It is suitable for babies from the time of birth and easily converts into a toddler travel crib or playpen. One side opens to allow more accessibility. It comes with a bag, making it easy to transport and store when not in use.
It's worth looking at the options available when you look. Some travel cribs are so small, they can fit into a suitcase. This is ideal for travel. Others are larger and require transport in checked luggage, so be sure to read the rules and regulations prior to purchasing a travel crib. It's also important to consider the frequency at which you'll be using the travel cot in order to determine its size, weight and functionality.