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Mini Cot Beds

Mini cot beds can be an excellent alternative to traditional cots, especially when you have smaller rooms in your nursery. These are designed to last until your child is around four years old and come in a wide variety of colors and styles.

The cozy bed from Boori was a hit with our mum testers. It's easy to assemble it looks stunning and comes with numerous extra features, including teething rails and storage drawers.

Style and Design

When you are choosing a cot for your baby, it's easy to get swept up on the safety and specifications features. But don't overlook the design. You want a cot that is fashionable and will blend with your nursery regardless whether it's a modern or traditional configuration.

The Obaby Maya Mini Cot Bed is our best choice in this category as it's a stunning piece that's easy to put together and looks fantastic in the room. It's also super-sturdy and is the only cot we've test that we believe will endure the test of time. The narrow bars make it easy to clean since there aren't any places where dust could accumulate. The base that is lower is great for infants. As your baby cots on sale becomes more active, you can lower it further to stop them from falling out, while the teething rails will keep them safe from their sharp teeth.

Silver Cross Nostalgia is another stunning piece. It's a gorgeous sleigh style cot that can be used from birth. An extension kit, sold separately, allows it to be converted into a toddler-sized bed. The three different heights will keep your child content as they grow, but the tedious assembly process could put some people off. It's also costly however it is worth it if you want an elegant design that will last for many years. Tested by Gemma, mum to Boden, 13 months.

Durability

When it comes to buying a Mini Cot Bed (try Writeablog), the quality is crucial since it is a piece of furniture that will last the toddler years as well. We have tested numerous cot beds to ensure that they are robust and built to last. We also considered design and style, ingenuity features, comfort, convertibility storage, and other features to help you select the ideal cot for your family.

Whether you are looking for an elegant option or more modern flair, we have the most suitable cot beds that can fit into the decor of your nursery. We have selected a variety of styles and finishes that match all tastes and budgets from basic and practical to luxurious and expensive. We've tested several convertible cot beds to help you get the most value for money and use this furniture into your child's toddler years.

We love this gorgeous solid oak cot from Clair de Lune, which is a double-framed masterpiece designed to be more than an area for your baby to sleep. The wood is of premium quality and has been made with care to ensure durability and longevity. Our MFM tester Grace found it easy to put together, and the packaging was carefully designed so that there were no leftover parts. The cot does come with a mattress, however you'll have to purchase it separately.

Innovation

Many mini cots have been designed with efficiency in mind. They are designed with innovative elements that maximise the space and efficiency. Some models have an integrated changing station to help you to change your baby. This increases the comfort of both you and your child during the diaper changing process. It also makes it safer as all the necessary items are easily accessible.

Other unique designs include a crib with a built-in trundle for extra storage or a cot which folds down into a compact unit. These compact designs are great for homes with tight spaces or where the nursery doubles as another bedroom. Some models can also transform into a couch and give your child more flexibility.

Most mini cots are designed with safety in mind. They come with features like safety rails on the sides, non-toxic finishes and more. This ensures they remain secure and comfortable throughout their first years.

Obaby Nika is a modern high-end crib bed that comes with outstanding safety features and a stylish design. It's a bit smaller than its full-sized counterpart, but it doesn't sacrifice features, with three mattress positions to accommodate your growing baby and even teething rails. Our reviewer also found it easy to put together and move around the room once completed. Its unique oval shape allows it to fit into doors that have standard frames.

Comfort

When you are preparing your nursery for your baby, it's easy to get caught-up in the safety and specification features. But it is equally important to consider comfort. If your little one will be spending a lot of time in their mini cot bed it is essential that they are secure and comfortable.

This is especially important if you're considering using the mini cot as an alternative to the traditional Moses basket. It is recommended that babies sleep with their parents during the first six months, so a cozy and comfortable cot will make sure they're able to do so while being close to you.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed is a excellent choice for those looking for a top cot that fits in a small space but will still give ample space for your baby to develop into a toddler. It's not cheap cots, but it does come with a one-year warranty and is a great value for money seeing as you can use it from birth until toddlerhood.

The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed is another good option when you're looking for a cot that comes with features like a drawer, teething rails and two height positions that can be adjusted. It was simple to put together and Jill loved how it fit through door frames that are standard. You'll need to purchase an oval mattress separately.

Convertibility

Cot beds are designed to last longer than standard cots, providing your child with the bed they need from birth until the age of toddlers. This longevity makes cot beds a more popular choice than a crib and can be a cost-effective investment as you won't need to buy a new baby bed for your child when they grow out of it.

Some cots and cot beds are designed to grow with your child, turning into junior beds or even small sofa beds. The Stokke Sleepi for example can be used up to age 2 and beyond by purchasing an upgrade kit for juniors and a mattress extender (sold separately). It's easy to make and looks great in any nursery, although you'll need an appropriate fitted sheet that will fit the bed of a cot rather than a cheap cot bed as the gaps between the bars are quite wide.

For a more simple option, you can opt for the Obaby Nika mini cot bed that is suitable from birth to around four years old. It's compact and has a modern nursery look with a smooth finish in oak. It has three mattress bases to accommodate your growing baby and teething rails to protect your baby.

At Pram Centre, you'll find a variety of fashionable and modern cots that will create a relaxing nursery for your child. Our collection offers a variety of custom designs from top brands such as Mamas & Papas, Obaby and many others. Many have adjustable features that can be altered to suit your baby's growth. You can also find various accessories to help keep your baby secure and comfortable, including an infant guard that is padded to prevent them falling out or a breathable fitted cot mattress to promote healthy sleeping habits.

Storage & Extra Features

If you're a parent-to-be shopping for a cot bed that will last for a long time after your child has outgrown it, think about buying a design that converts into a toddler bed. This will save you money purchasing separate furniture for toddlers and will allow your child to get through the transition from sleeping in their cot to a bed.

The Katie mini Sleigh cot bed from Silver Cross is an example of a compact cot with built-in storage. This allows you to keep any extra bedding, nappies and sleepsuits in order. This is a fantastic feature to have during the early years of your baby's development when you will have to change them regularly.

Another great option for parents who are looking for an option with storage for their cot is the Obaby Maya continental cot bed. This cot comes with a modern 2-tone look and is designed to be used from birth up to about four years old. It can be transformed into a bed for toddlers by taking off the side panel. It also has a toddler rail. A range of under-cot storage drawers are available for this model too.

Explore the Pram Center's collection of mini cot beds to see our stunning designs. We offer a variety of top brands like Babymoov, Mamas & Papas and Obaby to match every nursery. We also stock a range of nursery furniture to match your cot bed and create the perfect sleep space for your baby.