It is possible to lean in to the cot to feed – but doing so is not easy or comfortable, meaning the safety aspect of the cot does somewhat impede on its original USP in my opinion.

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 Air is all about breathability, with all 4 sides of the crib designed with wide netted material to ensure optimal ventilation to keep baby comfortable all night long. Another bonus of having all mesh sides is that you can see baby from every angle, so no matter where you are you can always keep an eye on your little one.Since I originally reviewed the Dream when it was new, Chicco have released their newest model, the Chicco Next to Me Magic. I’ve not used it myself, but my understanding is that the main upgrade is the benefit of being able lower or raise the side panel with one hand. 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. Do not use the product with beds having frames protruding from the mattress more than 21 cm. The upper surface of the frame must not be higher than 41 cm.

The only thing I would adapt is the button mechanism for taking the side down on the crib. I personally found it quite tough to use. Apart from that, I would not change a thing! Amazing product. Tested by mum Katie Gresty for the Mother & Baby awards 2018: The cot cover can be removed for washing – essential for young babies! – and it appeared to me that there should also be an option to remove the side bar; certainly this is a feature of older models. I struggled to see how to do it, and neither could my husband figure it out. Having your baby so accessible during the wee hours can make such a difference to exhausted new parents, enabling you to feed and soothe them with no hassle at all. Plus, with the one-handed opening on the Next2Me Magic and the Next2Me Forever you needn't even get out of bed! The Chicco Next2Me cribs have all been furnished with a whole host of thoughtful features to ensure that your entire family can sleep like a baby. The new Chicco Next 2 Me Dream has everything that the original model has, plus additional features which make it stand out from the crowd. The 11 adjustable heights mean that it can fit onto any bed, and the Next2me Dream can also be used stand-alone and as a travel cot, with carry bag included.If the parents' bed is not compatible with the crib fasten system, the product can be used as a traditional crib (with all sides closed). 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.

Yes, the features I really liked were: the ability to change the height so that the crib could fit perfectly onto our bed, the super soft sides which meant that my three-month-old didn't wake herself up when she hit the sides in the night and the fact that it was so easily folded up to take away on holiday. You may have heard the bad press about another brand of co-sleeping cot. It was determined in the case in question that the issue arose due to misuse. I suspect this updated feature is to maximise Next to Me crib safety, and remove the possibility of using the cot in a way which could be dangerous.

Do not use the product with beds with containers/drawers having a base 11 cm more protruding than the mattress. 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. The assembled cot measures 93 x 69 cm (and the Chicco Next to Me mattress size is 83 x 53 x 5.5 cm), which when compared to a moses basket (90 x 42 cm) is considerably larger. If you have the space in your bedroom then as far as I’m concerned that can only be a good thing. I know lots of people move their baby into their own room before the recommended minimum six months, but if you adhere to NHS guidelines then in most cases you really need that extra room for the last few weeks. Features of the Chicco Next2Me The 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.

Ultimately, if you’re wondering which is superior between the Chicco Next to Me Original or Dream, I’d have to say it depends on your priorities. Chicco Next to Me Dream vs Magic Co-sleeping has never been safer with the Chicco Next2Me Pop Up, its range of safety features gives parents the reassurance that their baby will sleep in close range without harm. With 4 mesh windows and an air circulation enhancing mattress, the Chicco Next2Me Pop Up allows air to circulate and flow throughout the cot. Covering all possibilities, the Chicco Next2Me Pop Up also has the option to be tilted to help your little one with digestion or keep them in a position that helps ease symptoms of nose congestion. Incredibly, from the very first night she was perfectly content in there – although I did line the relatively hard mattress (compared to ours on which she’d got used to sleeping) with a couple of very soft blankets to make it cosier for her. I attribute the easy transition in part to the space and closeness to me.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. Though I didn’t watch him do it, my husband assures me that assembling the cot was simple. Note, however, that in not reading the instructions, he slotted the frame together incorrectly, meaning we were unable to use the safety straps provided (they wrap around the base of your bed) without taking the cot apart again.