https://www.openlearning.com/u/sallingfrank-sodxtg/blog/9LessonsYourParentsTaughtYouAboutBedsideCribAndCot Choosing a Travel Cot Bedside Crib You can keep your baby close to you at night to ensure they can sleep and eat during the night. Some, such as the Joie Kubbie Sleep, also have a bassinet insert for babies that can be used from birth for more convenience. Our mum testers love the fact that most feature an easy, intuitive fold, and a tiny footprint for use at home or when traveling. Easy assembly There are a variety of cribs that are bedside and travel cots. It is essential to select one that is suited to your baby's needs as well as your own. For instance, if you have a newborn baby you may have to use the crib in bassinet mode for a few days. SnuzPod4 is a crib that is easy to fold and set up. It's compact and slim, so it can fit in smaller rooms and also comes with an adjustable reflux incline that can help your baby sleep comfortably. Clair de Lune is a great option for a chic and functional crib. It's available in a range of colors and has mesh sides so you can see your baby. It's also light and can be folded down into a flat surface, making it easy to store it in your home or carry on holiday. It's a bit more expensive than some other models, but it's also good value for money. If you're not sure, you could opt for an older style of travel cot that you can use from birth and is designed to adapt into a toddler playpen or travel cot. Our parent testers liked the ErgoPouch Kubbie Sleep because it was easy to assemble and had ample space for tall infants. It can be used either as a separate crib or in the bassinet for newborns. It is simple to use and clean. A mother posted on the BabyCentre forum that, even though it was not easy to construct for her, the directions were well-written and clear. The mother says that even though it's not as strong as other cot beds, it is still an excellent value for the price. A bedside cot is an ideal alternative to moses b