9 Lessons Your Parents Taught You About Best Cot Bed

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The best cot bed is a essential item for any baby. We've created this guide to help you choose the right bed for your baby.

A high-quality bed that fits beautifully in nursery spaces that are reminiscent of Scandi. This sturdy and durable option can expand with your baby, with three mattress positions and the ability to take the sides off to create a chic bench style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot to fit every nursery and budget. There are also different options with different lifespans some of which can be transformed into toddler beds to be used in the preschool years or beyond. The ones that can be transformed into beds are more expensive, but they will last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall award. Its gorgeous aesthetics and easy-to assemble design make it an ideal choice for those looking for an upscale cot that can last for a lifetime. The sleek design and warm finish is perfect for a Scandi nursery. This cot bed comes with a handy drawer, which mum tester Katrina found to be a better option than some less expensive cots with an inbuilt drawer, and an anti-bite strip of plastic across the top of the rails of the cot to prevent your child from getting their teeth stuck between the bars. However, at PS599 with a mattress sold separately this cot isn't cheap and it requires an Allen key to make it functional.

A more budget-friendly option that will still give your baby a good night's rest is the cot that's Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range. Our testers with parents were impressed by the simplicity of the design and easy assembly. The cot is small when folded and can be tucked away easily too, fitting into a carry bag that's about the size of the carry case of a camping chair. It's not the best choice for car camping however it's suitable for people living in apartments or who don't need to move their cot around too often.

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 around four years old. Our father tester liked that it could be transformed into a minimalist toddler bed and create the feeling of a cocoon with its canopy made of fabric.

Safety

A cot that is well-designed will not only be in compliance with UK safety standards, but also feel solid and secure. Choose a sturdy design with bars of safety or sides and a solid foundation, so that your baby is not able to climb out. Some cots come with extra features such as teething rails, or under-bed storage drawers which can aid in keeping your baby organized as your baby develops.

Parent test participant Becki says her Boori cot "has lasted through 3 children and still looks amazing." Its classic design will suit most homes and is made of sustainably-sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, which means you can feel confident about the purchase. It can be transformed from a cot into a toddler bed by leaving three sides unlocked for safety. There's also an extension kit available that will take it up to a full-sized bed when your child is ready.

This simple but stylish cot is a good choice if you're on a budget. It's simple to put together and comes with clearly labeled parts and clear instructions. It comes with three mattress settings that allow you to alter the height as your child grows. It will fit most standard cot mattresses and is a great purchase for the price.

If you're looking to buy a high-end cot, this one is a good choice. It offers four mattress base positions in cot mode and will last until your child is three years old. It can also be folded and has wheels that lock, making it a great option for moving it from one room to the next.

This cot comes with handy travel bag, and is among the smallest cots that we tested at 6kg. It's also extremely durable and has a sturdy frame that can withstand the raging toddlers. Our testers found it to be a little challenging to put together, however the instructions were well-written and clear. The slats were placed far enough apart to keep fingers from getting caught between them. It is also more expensive than other cots that we have reviewed, but the durability and function make it a worthwhile investment.

Design

When buying a cot bed it's easy to be engrossed in the specifications and safety features, but don't forget the design. Your baby's cot sets will be in use for a long time, so it's essential to find one that you enjoy and is also practical and useful.

The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the perfect bed for design-lovers. Its modern, sleek take on the classic sleigh style does not have the bulky feel that these types can have. It also has plenty of storage space and features an open drawer that can be placed under the sale cot, as well as teething rails that can be attached to the side. Our mum tested it and found it solid and sturdy with three positions of base height that allows the bed to grow with your child.

Alternatively you can choose the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money. It also has an elegant panel design that would suit any nursery. It's designed to last until they reach six years old. old. It transforms into a junior mattress and transforms into a chic sofa bed. It's also one of the cot beds that we've tested with draw with a hanging rail as well as teething rails. Its solid pine construction makes it a great option for parents who want their cot bed to last for a long time.

Another option with a smart panelled design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which comes in a variety of color options to fit your nursery decor. Our mom testers loved its unique features, with the drawer for storage being particularly useful for storing bedding and clothes. It is also one of the easiest cot beds to put together. The pieces are clearly labelled, and the instructions are easy to follow. It's also a great option for those with limited space as it can be folded and flat-packed. It is made of a standard cot-mattress (140cm by 70cm), and is suitable for babies through toddlerhood. An extension kit allows it to be used until 10 years of age.

Convertibility

There are a lot of baby essentials you need to think about as you become a new parent. But one of the most important is a quality cot bed - you want something that will last for as long as you can and will change with your child, giving them a safe and secure place to sleep.

While most cots can be transformed into toddler beds with the purchase of a conversion kit, some cot beds are designed to go beyond this. Our preferred choice is the Boori Eton Convertible Plus Bed, which can be converted into an infant bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm) and also a daybed and sofa (L234cm x W145cm x H70cm). This makes it the longest-lasting selection on our list, since it should see your child through childhood to.

It's a bit more expensive than the other cot beds we tested, but its premium design and feel will look great in any nursery. Our parents were amazed by how easy it was to put together and construct, although they did note that the instructions could be clearer. This is not a major issue however, as it was incredibly simple and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

The cot comes with four different base heights for mattresses. This is an upgrade from the three most common options. This allows you to adjust the cot as your child grows. They might require a higher or lower base level based on their age and capabilities. It also comes with useful teething rails and a strip along the top to protect it from being bitten.

The grey finish was the most popular of our dad's testers. It's not expensive but it's great value for money as it will take your child through toddlerhood and beyond. It also comes with an assurance of one year so you can be confident that it will last. The only thing you'll have to buy separately is a mattress that's not included.