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The best cots for newborns cot beds (Full Survey) For Your Little One
A restful night's sleep is essential whether you're camping or visiting your family. Invest in one of our best crib beds, so that your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
This crib bed is a fantastic design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance, and the frame is easy to put together. It can also be converted into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley, our overall winner is loaded with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be converted into a toddler's bed. This will last your child for the first four years. It comes with two teething bars that relax gums and stop them from chewing on cot sides.
The Coxley comes in a complete nursery set that includes a chic cotbed as well as a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with two wardrobes. The dresser/change unit comes with an easily removable changing top that turns it from a useful baby changing station into an elegant dresser that can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to fit your nursery's style.
Some cots can be extended to 10 years or more by using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these because they can be cheaper than buying a new mattress and cot later on.
The Coxley is a great option for cot beds. It's easy to put together and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. However, it is a little more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, though, as we think it's well worth the money for a long-lasting design that appears extremely durable.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will look great in any nursery. It's got warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Babies and parents will enjoy it. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches age of four, and can be easily converted into an infant bed with a simple extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to ensure your child is secure while they sleep.
Our test subject found this cot to be the best cots out of all the cots we tested for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so that you can begin working right away. She also praised its strong construction and high-quality feel and said it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" as well as an attractive design for any nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cot-beds we've looked at however, the quality and durability are worth the extra cost. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room in which your baby is the center of the attention! You can save money by buying accessories like teething rails and an organizer. We would suggest buying an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid overstretching the slats and causing your baby discomfort. Aside from this, our tester didn't have any issues with this cot and said it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
Like its name implies the cot bed is the epitome luxurious. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood made to last, it's designed to last and has a classic French style. It also meets French safety standards, so you can rest sure that your child will be in good hands. It is available in two stunning colors: grey-green and off-white.
Our testers thought it was easy to put together, and that it appeared to be the most luxurious in our roundup. It is expensive, especially because you must purchase the mattress separately. If you're looking to save money there are alternatives that are less expensive available.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If you are looking for additional features for you then this cot bed might be the perfect option. It comes with a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base by three different settings, so your child doesn't have to climb out when they're older.
This cot's only drawback is that it requires a mattress separately that can make the price go up even higher than other models we reviewed. The beautiful design and ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing and make this cot well worth the money. Our test participants loved the cot and thought it would make a wonderful accessory to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great option for parents who want a sleek frame that will last a long time. It's more expensive than other frames however, it comes with a matching wardrobe and changing table so you can outfit your nursery in one go. Additionally, it's simple to assemble and has 3 mattress height positions so your baby can grow into it. It also has teething rails and an attractive drawer that slides underneath, so you don't have to sacrifice floor space.
It's important to note that you'll need a mattress separately for this cot bed, so be sure you budget for it. A good mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This isn't an expensive cost. It can be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot, however, there are a variety of kinds that can be used.
Many parents choose cot beds for their children due to the fact that they are affordable and provide a comfortable sleeping space. They're generally suitable from the time your child is born until the time he is four years old. However, some convert into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list and suggest you look out for them if you wish to make your cot bed last longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
This stunning solid-wood cot is elegant and beautifully designed. It also comes with a variety of nifty extras including a handy drawer underneath and three adjustable base heights. The cot sales can be used until the age of four (though the majority of them will need to be converted to a toddler bed by using a conversion kit, sold separately).
Included are a teddy-bear canopy and removable teething bars. The cot bed was simple to put together for our tester. The pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller in size than some of the other cots that we tested which makes it an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, costing PS599 with the mattress included however, it's a real investment piece and you could possibly utilize it for multiple children. It's beautiful in natural wood, however it is also available in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It can be converted into a toddler's bed with ease (leaving three sides open for security) and can be converted into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to let go of the bars.
It's a great option for parents who want an option for a flexible sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our test with parents Becki claims that her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it really does seem to last the test of time. It's a beautiful traditional design that's suitable for the majority of homes, and is made from sustainable Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with handy extras such as the teddy bear canopy, teething rails and the option to purchase the reflux wedge.