9 Things Your Parents Taught You About Best Cot Bed

How to Choose the best cots for newborns Cot Bed

With so many baby essentials to consider, the best crib for newborn cot bed is one of the most important buys. Therefore, we've created this guide to help you find the ideal bed for your baby.

This premium option fits perfectly to be used in Scandi style nursery. This sturdy and durable choice can expand with your baby with three mattress positions, cot Beds for sale and the ability to take the sides off to create a stylish bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

There is a cot for every nursery and budget. There are also different options that have different lifespans some of which can be converted into toddler beds to be used in the preschool years or beyond. Naturally, those which convert into beds tend to be more expensive but the extra cost can be well-repaid if you want a cot that will last for many years, not just a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner due to its stunning design and easy-to-assemble design. It's a great option for parents who want a top quality cot that will stand up to the years. Our parents appreciated the sleek design and warm oak finish of this model, which would look amazing in a modern-style Scandi nursery. This cot bed comes with a drawer that mum tester Katrina thought was a better choice than some cheaper cots with a drawer built in. It also has an anti-bite strip on the top rails of the cot, to prevent your child's teeth from getting stuck. This cot bed isn't expensive, and requires an Allen key for setup.

A less expensive option that will still give your baby a good night's rest is the cot that's Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range. The basic design and easy assembly were highly praised by our parent testers. The cot is foldable into a compact size and stored because it fits in bags similar to the one used for a camping chair. It's a little lighter than the average cot which means it might not be suitable for camping in the car, however it's suitable for apartment living or for those who don't plan to move their cot too much.

The SnuzKot is an additional affordable cot that we suggest, especially if you choose to go with the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will expand with your child until they reach four years old. Our father tester liked the possibility of converting it into a minimalist toddler bed and create the feeling of a cocoon by putting up a fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is of good quality should not only meet the strict UK safety standards, but also be sturdy and secure. Look for a sturdy design with bars of safety or sides and a solid base so that your Baby Cot is not able to get out. Some cots have additional features like teething rails or under-bed storage drawers that will aid in keeping your baby organized as your baby develops.

The Boori cot is made from sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can be sure of your purchase. It can be converted from a cot to a toddler bed (leaving three sides up for reassurance) and comes with an option of an extension kit that can take it all the way to a double bed when your child is ready.

This elegant and simple cot is a great choice for those on a limited budget. It is easy to assemble with clearly marked components and clear instructions. It has three mattress settings, so you can adjust the height as your baby grows. It fits most standard cot mattresses and is an excellent purchase for the price.

If you're looking to buy a high-end cot, this is a great option. It comes with four mattress positions in the cot position and will last until your baby is about three years old. It also folds flat and comes with locks on the wheels, making it very convenient to move it from room to room.

The cot is extremely lightweight at just 6kg and comes with a great bag for traveling. It is also very robust and has an extremely sturdy frame that can be able to withstand the rigors of toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, however our testers found the assembly a bit difficult. They were impressed by the fact that the slats are enough apart to prevent fingers from getting caught between them. It's also a little more expensive than some of the other cots we reviewed but it's well worth the cost for its durability and utility.

Design

When buying a cot bed it's easy to be engrossed in the specs and safety features, but don't forget the design. It's important that you choose the cot bed that is both practical and attractive.

The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the ideal bed for design-lovers. Its sleek, modern version of the classic sleigh style doesn't have that bulky feeling that these types of cots can provide. It also offers space-saving storage and has an open drawer that can be placed under the best cot newborn, as well as teething rails that can be attached to the side. Our mother tested it and found it to be sturdy and robust with a three-position base height that allows the bed to expand with your child.

Alternatively you can choose the Modena Cot Bed (Read the Full Article) from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and comes with an elegant panel design that will look great in any nursery. It's designed to last your child until they are six years old. It can be converted into a junior mattress and then into an elegant sofa bed. It is also one of only a handful of cots that we've tested with an apex drawer as well as a teething rail and a hanging rail.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option with a panelled design. It comes in a variety of colours to match the decor of your nursery. The storage drawer was especially useful for clothing and bedding. Our mum testers were impressed with its features. It's also one of the easiest cot beds for parents to assemble, with all the pieces clearly labeled and easy to follow instructions. It's also a great alternative for those with little space since it can be flat-packed and collapsed. It's a standard cot mattress (140cm by 70cm), and is suitable for babies to toddlerhood. A kit for extension allows it to be used until 10 years of age.

Convertibility

When you're a new parent, there are plenty of baby must-haves to consider. One of the most important items to consider is a high-quality crib bed. You want it to last as long as you can and evolve with your child so that they have a secure bed to sleep in.

While the majority of cots can be converted into toddler beds by the purchase of a conversion kit some cots are made to go further than this. Our top choice is the Boori Eton Convertible Plus Bed, which transforms into a toddler bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm) and also a daybed and sofa (L234cm x W145cm x H70cm). This makes it our top choice for durability that will last your child from birth until childhood.

It's more expensive than the other cot beds we tested however its superior appearance and feel can be found in any nursery. Our parents were impressed by how simple it was to build and set up but they did say that the instructions could be clearer. This is not a major issue however, as it was still a breeze and took less than thirty minutes to complete.

Another unique characteristic of this cot is the fact that it has four mattress heights for the base which is an upgrade on the three standard options. This allows you to adjust the cot as your child grows. They may need a lower or higher base level depending on their age and abilities. It also comes with useful teething rails and a plastic strip along the top to protect it from biting.

This cot is available in several different Scandi-inspired finishes, and our dad tester was impressed by the grey finish. It's not cheap, but it does offer great value for money as it will see your child through to the age of toddler and beyond. It's also covered by one-year warranty, so you can be confident that it will last. The only thing you'll need to purchase separately is the mattress.