9 Lessons Your Parents Teach You About Best Cot Bed

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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

The best cot bed (browse around here) is a essential item for any baby. So we've put together this guide to help you choose the perfect bed for your little one.

This premium option fits perfectly it perfectly Scandi style nurseries. This sturdy and durable choice will grow with your child, with three mattress positions, and the ability remove the sides to create a stylish bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

When it comes to cots offers there's a cot to fit every budget and every nursery. There are a myriad of options that provide various levels of longevity and even convert into toddler beds for use through the preschool years and beyond. The ones that can be turned into beds are more expensive, but they will last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall prize. Its gorgeous aesthetics and simple to assemble design makes it a fantastic choice for those who want an upscale cot that can last for a lifetime. The minimalist design and warm color will look great in an Scandi nursery. This cot bed comes with a drawer that mum tester Katrina thought was a better choice than some cheaper cots which have an integrated drawer. It also comes with an anti-bite strip on the top rails of the cot, to prevent your child's teeth from getting stuck. However, at over PS599 with a mattress sold separately the crib isn't cheap. It does require an Allen key to make it functional.

A more affordable option that will still give your baby a comfy night's sleep is the Elementary cot from John Lewis' Anyday range. Our parents liked the simple design and simple assembly. The cot sets can be folded up and stored easily, since it can fit into a bag the size of the one used to store a camping chair. It's not ideal for camping in the car, but should be fine for people living in apartments or who won't be moving their cot a lot.

The SnuzKot is a good budget-friendly cot we recommend, especially if you choose to purchase the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will expand with your child until they are around four years old. Our dad tester liked that it could be converted into a minimalist-looking toddler bed, and also create a cocoon like feeling by putting up a fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is safe and sturdy will not only be in compliance with UK safety standards but also feel solid and secure. Find a sturdy style with safety bars or sides, and a solid base so that your child is unable to get out. Some cots offers have additional features like teething rails or under-bed storage drawers that can aid in keeping your baby cots on sale organized as your baby grows.

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

This stylish but simple cot is a great choice for those on a limited budget. It's simple to assemble with clearly marked components and clear instructions. It comes with three mattress options, so you can adjust the height as your child 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 good choice. It offers four mattress base positions when in cot mode and will last until your baby is about three years old. It can also be folded and has wheels that lock, making it portable for moving it from one room to another.

This cot is very lightweight at just 6kg and comes with a great bag to carry it around in. It is also very durable, with a sturdy frame that will be able to withstand the rigors of toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, but our testers found the assembly a little difficult. The slats were spaced sufficiently apart to keep fingers from getting trapped between them. It's also a bit more expensive than some of the other cots we reviewed however, it's worth the investment for its durability and utility.

Design

When purchasing a cot bed it's easy to get caught up in the specs and safety features, but don't overlook the style. It's important that you choose the cot bed that is both functional and beautiful.

The ickle bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed is the perfect cot bed for design lovers with its sleek contemporary version of the traditional sleigh design that does not have the bulky look that these beds usually have. It's packed with storage space-saving features and storage options, including the drawer that is built into the cot, as well as teething rails on the sides. Our mum tested it and found it to be robust and durable, with three positions of base height that allows the bed to expand with your child.

The Modena cot-bed from Tutti Bambini is a great value for money and comes in an elegant panel design that will be suitable for any nursery. It's made to last until your child is six years old, converting first into a junior bed and later to a chic sofa bed. It's also one of the few cot beds we've tested with a draw as well as a hanging rail and teething rails. Its solid pine construction makes it an excellent option for parents who want their cot to last for a long time.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option with an elegant panel design. It comes in a variety of colors to match your nursery decor. Our mom testers loved its nifty features and the storage drawer particularly useful for storing bedding and clothing. It's also the most simple cot beds to assemble. All the pieces are clearly labeled, and the instructions are easy to follow. It's also a great choice for those with a small space as it can be folded and flat-packed. It fits a standard cot mattress (140cm x 70cm) and is suitable from birth to toddlerhood with an extension kit that allows it to be used until your child is 10 years older.

Convertibility

If you're a new parent, there are plenty of baby essentials to think about. One of the most important is a quality cot bed - you want something that will last for as long as you can and grow with your child, giving them a safe and comfortable place to sleep.

While the majority of cots can be transformed into toddler beds by the purchase of a conversion kit, some cot beds are designed to go beyond this. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It can be converted to a toddler (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm), a daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm) and sofa (L234cm, W145cm, H70cm). This makes it our top choice for durability, as it will last from birth through the time of their childhood.

It's a bit pricey compared to some of the other cot beds that we test, but it comes with a premium appearance and feel that would suit any nursery. Our parents who tested it were impressed with how easy it was to build and set up however they did mention that the instructions could be clearer. This isn't a big issue however, as it was still a simple task and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

The cot comes with four different base heights for the mattress. This is an improvement over the three most common options. This allows you to alter the height of the cot as your child develops. They may need a higher or lower base level, based on their age and abilities. It includes teething rails that are useful and a plastic strip on the top to stop it from getting bitten.

This cot is available in a variety of Scandi-inspired colors, and our dad tester was attracted by the grey-colored finish. It's not expensive, but it does offer an excellent value for money, as it will last your child through the age of toddler and beyond. It also comes with an one-year guarantee which gives you peace of mind that it's durable and long-lasting. The only thing you'll need to purchase separately is a mattress which is not included.