Hoping it would be third time lucky, I tried to slide the two sections together again, but I just couldn't get them in any further.

When it is attached to the bed, it’s firmly anchored and braced against the frame, which is reassuring when seeking a safe sleeping space for your new baby. It is designed to last and grow with you baby with the option to convert your baby crib into a stylish cot with our Cot Conversion Kit. The effort needed to do this is however justified, as this step pulls the crib tight to the bed where it feels very steady and secure – there is absolutely no budging it.

The height at each end of the crib can be adjusted independently, which allows you to raise one end – this can help make sleeping more comfortable for a reflux baby while still following safe sleep guidelines.

The Chicco Next2Me Forever features a patented safety locking barrier that only stays down when the crib is properly attached to the parent’s bed. MFM parent tester Hannah agrees, stating, “It is well made, and it felt very robust- more so than I was expecting.The Next2Me Air and Next2Me Pop Up is designed with 4 wide meshed sides for optimal airflow, keeping baby's sleep space well ventilated and cool in the hot summer months.

This crib is height adjustable through 6 different levels and can even be used inclined to assist with baby's congestion and reflux. In just one product, parents can find 3 functionalities: a side-sleeping cot, traditional cot and also a floor bed for toddlers. And because it’s been tried and tested by real parents like you, it’s super-safe for your baby to snooze soundly next to you. It’s very sturdy, and there’s no risk of it springing back up again, and while it’s not a silent mechanism, it’s not noisy enough to be disturbing either. The crib features folding legs on one side, which means you can bring your sleepy one right up by your side.Care Instructions: Zip off inner liner and mattress cover, pop in the washing machine for a deep clean. Its enveloping shape and compact design make the baby feel more secure and content, imparting the feeling of being in a safe environment, somewhat similar to the uterus and making the transition from uterine to extra-uterine life more pleasant, natural and gradual. Ideal for Mums recovering from giving birth who were hoping to move this crib between rooms every day. When used in bedside mode one of the side panels is removed, but when this is put back in position, the Chicco Next 2 Me can also be used as a stand alone crib in other parts of the home. MadeForMums Editorial Judge Gemma also tested the sides and says, “The drop-side itself is easy to operate one-handed and smooth when in manual mode.

Transforming the crib into a toddler floor bed is as simple as removing the legs; no tools are required.The height of the cot can be adjusted to five levels, and the adjustable legs let you easily adapt the distance between the co-sleeper cot and your bed. It can be used as a co-sleeping cot, a traditional standalone cot and a floor bed for toddlers and children up to 4 years old. The mattress is very firm and complies with the recommended safe sleeping guidance; when you press your hand into it there is resistance – it doesn’t sink in. The only time I started to think it wasn’t robust enough for her was when she started trying to turn over, but the cot isn’t intended for babies who can roll over and sit unaided anyway. 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.