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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
Whether you're camping with baby or visiting relatives sleeping well is vital. Make sure you invest in one of our top cot beds to ensure your child is secure, safe and (hopefully) sleeping easily.
This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance and the frame is easy to assemble. It is also able to be transformed into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The Coxley is our top pick is packed with features that follow an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It has three adjustable cot bases and can be turned into a toddler's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It has two teething bars to soothe gums and prevent chewing on the sides of the cot.
The Coxley comes as an entire nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also includes two wardrobes. The dresser/change has an easily removable changing unit that can transform it from a convenient baby changing station to a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be made to match your nursery's style.
Some cots can last 10 years or more with expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these as they can be cheaper than purchasing a whole new cot and mattress later on.
The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's easy to put together and well-made, and looks stunning in any nursery. However, it is a little more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). It's still worth looking at, however because it looks like it's a sturdy and durable design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and stylish choice that'll fit in with any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Parents and babies will love it. The cot bed is made to be used until your child is four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it has an under-bed drawer which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so that your child will be secure while sleeping.
Our tester found this cot to be the most effective of the models we tested for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so that you can start working right away. She also praised the sturdy construction and luxurious feel, noting that it is an "real investment piece" as well as being an elegant accessory to any nursery.
It's more expensive than other cot beds we've examined however, the quality and durability make it worth the cost. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room in which your baby is the center of the attention! You can save money by purchasing additional items 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 stretching the slats too much and potentially creating discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other issues with the cot, and deemed it a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
As its name suggests, this cot bed is a symbol of luxury. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood, it's designed to last and has a classic French style. It is certified to French safety standards which means you can be certain that your little one will be safe and sound. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.
Our test participants found it easy to put together and believed it was the most luxurious design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. However, it's costly and you'll need to purchase an additional mattress - and if you're on a budget there are better alternatives there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
This cot bed is a great option for those looking for additional features. It comes with an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also alter the height of the base to three levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out when they grow older.
The only downside to this cot is that it requires a separate mattress that can make the price go up even higher than other models we looked at. Its stunning design and ease of assembly as well as capacity to adapt to your Baby Cot Bed's needs are all appealing which makes it a worthy purchase. Our testers loved this cot and thought it would make a stunning accessory to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents who want a stylish frame that lasts a long time. It's more expensive than some of the other options we've seen, but it comes with a matching changing table and wardrobe, so you can kit out your nursery in one trip. It's also easy to assemble and has three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It also comes with teething rails and an elegantly slidable drawer underneath so that you don't have to compromise your floor space.
You'll need to buy a separate mattress if you intend to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should think about your budget in advance. You can purchase a high quality mattress for less than PS100 and that's not an excessive cost. It can be difficult to find a mattress that will fit 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 reasonably priced and provide a comfortable sleeping area. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children from birth to around four years of age, but some may be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You can find some of them in our list if you're searching for Baby cot bed a cot bed that lasts longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
This stunning solid-wood cot is stylish and beautifully designed. It also has a number of additional features, including an under-bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot is suitable for kids as young as four years old. age (though some may need to be converted to a toddler bed using the conversion kit available separately).
The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. The cot bed was simple to put together for our tester. All the pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots we tested, so it makes an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It's not inexpensive at PS599, with the mattress included. However, it is an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one child. It looks beautiful in natural wood, but it is also available in three Scandi-inspired colors. It is easily transformed into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides up to ensure safety) and then into a sofa/daybed when your child is ready to let go of the bars.
This is a great option for parents looking for a sleep solution that will last for as long as their children do. Our parent tester Becki said that her Boori cot was able to last through 3 children. The cot is a classic design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is constructed of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot also comes with some useful extras such as the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, and the option to purchase a reflux wedge to add comfort for children.