Chicco Next2Me Original, Grey | Side-Sleeping Crib, Adjustable Height, inc. Mattress and Travel Bag

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The only other thing you may need to consider getting is a second bed for naps as our tester did feel it was too big to move around a house or even use as a travel cot. The adjustable height options and one-handed drop side help with night feeds and allow parents to co-sleep safely, while the adjustable feet and safety straps fit the crib securely to your bed. This product is intended for a child who is not able to sit, to turn around and to pull themselves up with their hands and knees. Chicco Next2Me Dream is the side-sleeping crib that features a one handed side panel that can be easily opened during the night, allowing parents to reach little one for night feeds and cuddles. The Next2Me Magic is equally as versatile as the original Next2Me. This crib comes with a travel bag included and can be easily dismantled to take with you on your travels. This crib features 4 wheels on the base for easier transportation and also boasts a 4 level tilt-function to ease symptoms of reflux or congestion in your little one.

This is an area that didn’t score as highly as other baby beds we tested, such as the Tutti Bambini CoZee Bedside Crib. The mesh windows encourage air to flow easily throughout the crib and all the corners are covered so there are no sharp bits to catch yourself on. Zips feel safe for little fingers and there are no gaps on the sliding rail for them to get caught. When the crib is not attached to the bed you should always make sure that the side is up.The Chicco Next2me sits on the higher end of the price spectrum for bedside cribs, but Katy felt it was worth its price tag thanks to its 'versatility and longevity'. The Chicco Next2Me Dream features 11 adjustable height levels, ranging from 35cm to 52 cm, allow parents to create the perfect sleeping position for their little one, and can be tilted to aid with reflux. Additionally, the crib has an additional mesh window for increased breathability to keep baby cool and comfortable during the night. Really easy to comfort baby in the night when in side-sleeping mode as you don’t have to get out of bed The Next2Me Forever is the only Next2Me crib which is suitable from birth all the way up to 4 years old. It boasts 3in1 capabilities; offering a bedside co-sleeper mode, a standalone crib mode and then can be transformed into a toddler bed when your little one is not-so-little anymore!

Suitable from: newborn until baby can sit alone, turn and raise themselves unaided – maximum weight 9kgThe Chicco Next2Me Air the latest addition to the award-winning Chicco Next2Me collection, promoting enhanced airflow and allowing little ones to sleep comfortably next to their parents all night long. For parents looking for a crib compatible with divan beds, all three cribs in the Chicco Next2Me range feature adjustable feet. The Chicco Next2Me Magic is designed with retractable feet, whilst the Chicco Next2Me Dream and Chicco Next2Me Air feature folding feet.

The size of this bed allows your baby plenty of room to move, wriggle and grow, but that does mean it is quite chunky so you may struggle to fit it into smaller spaces. Our mum thought it was a great size for her 30s semi and the adjustable height settings allowed her to align the crib perfectly to her bed. Any of the Next2Me cribs (apart from the Next2Me Forever) boast this dual functionality. The latest addition to the collection, the Next2Me Pop Up Travel Cot has been designed to make travel a breeze! As easy as 1,2,3 with cot's instant folding feature, collapse your Next2Me Pop Up in 3 seconds without having to remove any parts! Once folded, the cot is compact and easy to carry so simply place it into your Next2Me Pop Up Travel Bag (included) to set off to your destination. No need to threat about whether your Next2Me Pop Up will be compatible with your accommodation's bed, the cot includes 6 different height levels and foldable feet so your cot can adjust to any size of bed! Do you want a crib that you can raise and lower the partition at will once it's attached to your bed? To help aid with reflux and congestion, the crib can be tilted, whilst the 11 adjustable height options allow parents to find the perfect sleeping position for their little one. The double-sided mesh side panels and breathable 3D mattress cover improve airflow and aid in temperature regulation throughout the night. It might not be the most stylish or beautiful bed, but it is safe and will offer lots of room as your baby grows, meaning you shouldn't need another option before they - and you - are ready for them to move into their own room,” she explains. 'It’s not cheap but I do think it offers great value and performance: it offers flexibility of use, and has plenty of functions built in to meet most, if not all, of baby's needs.'

What are the specs?

The bed comes with two straps which you adjust to attach the crib securely to your bed and, when it comes to converting it to a stand-alone, you simply remove the straps and slide the side up. Our mum thought it was very easy to make the change. Chicco does warn not to use this bed if your mattress is lower than 51cm or higher than 66cm off the ground. You should also ensure that, when the side is lowered, there are no gaps between the rail of the crib and the adult mattress. Always read all of the manufacturers safety advice before using any newborn bed. How easy is it to clean? Do not use the product with beds with containers/drawers having a base 11 cm more protruding than the mattress. Our tester didn’t travel with the crib, even though it does come with a storage bag. It wasn’t that compact when folded, so she felt it would take up too much room in her car. The Chicco Next2Me Magic is the latest version of the award-winning Chicco Next2Me side-sleeper – and they have done all they can to try and make it even more functional.

For parents looking for enhanced air flow, the new Chicco Next2Me Air features mesh panelling on all four sides of the crib to keep little one cool. The Chicco Next2Me Magic Side-Sleeper is a stylish, clean design that comes in two neutral colours – cool grey and snow white – and would fit any décor. With a zip side panel that folds down, the Next2Me Air offers the same popular functions as the original side-sleeping crib, Next2Me, allowing parents to share a space with their little one without risking their safety during the night. Thanks to the folding feet, the Chicco Next2Me Air is suitable for most beds, including divans. This model also features 4 wheels, so wheeling it from room to room is no problem at all if you want to keep little one close as they nap. Arguably, this is the most transportable Next2Me crib as it is the lightest one with 4 wheels, so that's something to bear in mind if you're after something especially mobile.

Verdict in 10 seconds

The Next2Me Forever also boasts 4 mesh sides for optimal air circulation and to allow curious little ones to see their surroundings. The drop-side is very easy to adjust with just one hand so will help breastfeeding mums and those with bad sleepers Katy was also really impressed by the crib’s generous size. 'It’s plenty big enough to last you through the first six months of having your baby in your room with you, and likely beyond,' she adds. 'With our first daughter we had another bedside sleeper which was lovely but much smaller, and Thea soon outgrew it, especially once she'd moved into having her arms out of swaddling or sleep bags. This meant we needed another bed for use in our room before she moved into her own room and cot bed at just over six months old. With the Next 2me, there’ll be plenty of room for Bea's little arms to wave about without brushing the sides. In fact at two years old, Thea can still fit into it when she's determined to lie in 'baby's bed' - it's also sturdy enough to have coped with her clambering into it on occasion.' Comfort and features