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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
A restful night's sleep is important whether you're camping or visiting family. Consider investing in one of our best cot beds (simply click the next site), to ensure your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
This cot bed is a great design. It has a slim aesthetic and the frame is easy to assemble. It can also be converted into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The overall winner, the Coxley is packed with features that reflect an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed which will help your child through the first four years. It has two teething bars to soothe gums and prevent chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley is available in the complete nursery set which includes a chic crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change cabinet has a removable changing top that transforms it from a handy baby changing station into a sleek dresser that can be filled with all your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers can be made to match the style of your nursery.
A cot of good quality should last until your child is about four years old, but some offer the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they may be less expensive than buying a new cot and mattress later on.
When it comes to the top cot beds that we have reviewed, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. However, it's slightly more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, though, as we think it's well worth the cost for a long-lasting design that looks incredibly sturdy.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll complement any nursery. It blends minimalist design with contemporary flair, featuring warm oak-like details and soft curves to create a stunning style that's sure to be loved by both parents and the baby. The cot bed is designed to last until your child is four years old and converts to a toddler bed with a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails to ensure your child is safe sleeping.
Our test subject found this crib to be the best crib for newborn of all the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly with an Allen key that comes with it so you can begin working right from the start. She also praised its sturdy construction and premium feeling, saying that it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" and was an elegant accessory to any nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cot-beds we've looked at however the quality and durability make it worth the extra cost. The sleigh's design is striking and will make any room your baby's centre of the attention! The extras, like a handy drawer and teething rails can also cut down on the expense of buying separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. However, we recommend purchasing an oval mattress rather than a standard UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats too much and cause discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other problems with the cot and deemed it a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
As the name suggests, this cot bed is a symbol of luxurious. It is constructed of solid plywood slats, birch and is designed to last. It has the French style. It also meets French safety standards and you can rest at ease knowing that your child is in safe hands. We like the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.
Our testers found it easy to put together, and also that it looked most luxurious in our roundup. However, it is expensive and you'll need to buy a mattress separately - and when you're on a tight budget, there are cheaper alternatives out there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This crib bed is an excellent choice if you are seeking additional features. It has a convenient under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also alter the height of base to three different levels so that your child won't have to climb out as they grow older.
The only drawback to this crib is that you have to purchase a mattress separately - something that can push the price up even more than other models in our review. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all attractive and make this cot worth the investment. Our test subjects loved the cot and thought it would make a stunning addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents looking for a stylish modern frame that can endure the test of time. It's a bit more expensive than other options we've looked at, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, making it possible to furnish your nursery in one go. It's also easy to put together and includes three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It has teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.
It's important to note that you'll have to purchase an additional mattress for this cot bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. A good mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't a huge expense. The only downside is that you may have a difficult time finding a good fit because the cot has an oval shape, but there are many kinds of mattresses that be suitable for it.
Many parents opt for cots 4 tots for their children due to the fact that they are reasonably priced and provide a comfy sleeping space. They're generally appropriate from the time your child is born until the time he is around four years old, but some convert into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few these in our list, so you can look for them if want your cot bed to last longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is elegant and well-designed. It also comes with a range of nifty extras including a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three heights that can be adjusted. The crib is suitable for children from 4 years old to age (though some will need to be converted to a toddler bed using the conversion kit available separately).
A teddy bear canopy and removable rails for teething are also included. The cot bed was simple to put together for our tester. The pieces were clearly marked and packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots we tried and is a good cribs option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, at PS599 with the recommended mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece and you could possibly use it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can be converted into an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides open for safety) and can be converted into a daybed/sofa once your child is ready to leave the bars behind.
This is a great choice for parents looking for a solution to sleeping that lasts for as long as they do. Our test-run with parents Becki said her Boori cot was able to last through three children. The cot has a traditional design that will suit most homes. It is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot also comes with a few handy extras such as the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, plus there's the option of buying an reflux wedge to provide comfort for little ones.