Maxi-Cosi Iora Co Sleeper Crib, Foldable Baby Bedside Crib, 0–6 Months, max 9 kg, 4 Incline & 5 Height Positions, Easy Slide, Comfortable Mattress, Large Basket, Easy to Carry, Essential Graphite

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Chloe is currently 5 months old and still has plenty of room to kick her legs without hitting the end of the crib. You're likely to have no problem fitting this co-sleeper to your own bed as it reaches a height up to 73cm and is adjustable for bed up to 95cm. Though it took a little longer to set up than some of the other cribs we tried, assembly is straightforward and we completed the build in about 45 minutes thanks to the clear and concise instructions that came with it. The Chicco Next2Me Magic is the latest update to the original Next2Me side-sleeping crib, which has won fans for its versatility. While the side feels secure when zipped up, it does require two hands to open and close and this could often be quite fiddly, especially in the middle of the night after the little one had just gone to sleep.

and the SnüzPod 3, the Iora feels like good value for money - although it doesn’t have a rocking function, for example, as some of those do.

However, the weight, height, and gross motor skill level of your child will affect how long your baby can stay in a Next to Me Crib. While this bed may not rock or offer extras such as lullabies, it covers all the demands of life with a newborn baby. The plastic is broken down into pellets, spun into thread and then woven into fabric, which provides the same soft, breathable qualities you’d expect from Maxi-Cosi. MFM testers also rated the crib highly for its portability – it is ideal as a travel cot, as despite its large size, it is compact when folded. Studies show that being close is better for babies’ development; they breathe more regularly, grow faster and experience less stress.

Our Maxi-Cosi Iora / Iora Air / Tori Bedsheet is specially designed to cover the mattress of our Maxi-Cosi Iora, Iora Air and Tori bedside sleepers. This is particularly important for those first few days and weeks after giving birth when your body is still recovering. For design-discerning parents, this dreamy co-sleeper from Gaia Baby was without doubt the most beautiful we tested. As well as a gentle incline option and a zip-down side, it also has seven height adjustments that make it suitable for most beds.

This bedside crib offers a zip down feature that is easily adjustable, even when attached to the parent bed. But with such a long-standing reputation for being an outstanding crib, could this model compete with the brand’s signature design? If your baby can pull themselves out of the bedside crib, it is time to move them to a larger, more suitable crib.

It helps decrease the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, especially for low-weight or premature babies. The American Academy of Pediatrics ( AAP ) takes it a bit further by recommending the first 12 months, with 6 months as a bare minimum. I had a c section and found it much easier to get her in and out of while I’m in bed, plus you can see her easily at all times.This is great if you want to check whether or not baby is asleep without hovering over the top of the crib. Like other bedside cribs, you can use it as a standalone bed too, but the side must be securely zipped up and clipped into place when it is not being used as a co-sleeper. There is very little difference between the Maxi Cosi Iora and the Chicco Next To Me when comparing the dimensions and maximum capacities.

As well as having an optional tilt function for congested or colicky babies (simply slide the incline “leg” underneath one side of the base), the bassinet sits on a rather handsome-looking rocking stand to help soothe little ones to sleep when needed.

Safe, spacious and functional, the Chicco Next2Me Magic is a super popular choice among Mumsnetters – and for good reason. The curved wooden base does rock, but only back and forth, which can be awkward to operate if you’re lying in bed. More controlled than the head-to-toe rocking functionality of cribs like the SnuzPod 4, the one-handed motion gently slides the bassinet from side to side, helping parents to soothe a newborn without leaving their own bed. It's also available in several shades, including slate, white and natural wood, to tie in with your décor.