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Buying Small Cot Beds

When looking for a small cot bed It's easy to get caught up on the spec and safety features, but you should also consider the aesthetic too. A well-designed bed can help make a small room appear larger and less cluttered.

This model is perfect for bedrooms with smaller spaces. It's lightweight and stroller-style. It's also the simplest flatpack to put together.

Space-saving

Cot beds are a smaller versions of traditional cots, but they still have all the comfort and safety features your baby requires. They can be used from the time of birth or until your toddler is old enough to move up to a junior bed (around the age of 2). Some models can be converted into a stylish sofa bed for older kids.

To make the most of your space, choose the right model that will fit with your existing furniture in the bedroom or one that you can easily take apart and reassemble when you want to make room for other baby items. Consider a cot-bed that is compact with built-in storage or a multi-functional design that incorporates the changing unit, chest of drawers and benches into one piece of furniture.

There's a broad variety of sizes in our small cot beds and cribs roundup which means that whether you have a tiny nursery or a huge playroom there's something to meet your needs. A majority of the designs on our list have an adjustable mattress that helps keep your baby's bedding tidy and clean.

When selecting a cot, it's important to take measurements of the space in your nursery and verify the dimensions to ensure it will fit before making your purchase. The distance between the bars should not be greater than 6.5cm. This is for safety reasons.

Silver Cross Nostalgia is a cot that takes a 120 x 60cm standard mattress and has a beautiful sleigh style frame. It's built to last, with a solid construction and high-quality materials, and is simple to adjust as your child grows. It's more expensive than other cribs on our list, and you'll have to buy a mattress separately.

The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot is another fantastic option for a smaller nursery and is our choice of the best value cots. It's loaded with extra features, including teething rails. There are two height positions that can be adjusted to accommodate the growth of your baby. It's also easy to assemble. It comes with a mattress, but you'll need to buy an additional one for the toddler conversion.

Comfort

Choose a small cot with a comfortable mattress. This will help your baby sleep well. These mattresses are firmer than standard cot mattresses, but soft enough to ensure your child has a comfortable night's sleep.

These mattresses are cushioned to reduce the retention of heat, which can cause discomfort for some babies. The materials used in the mattress are not irritants chemical compounds and other substances that could cause irritation to the skin of your baby's.

These mattresses are a good option for side and back sleepers, since they provide excellent support for the head, neck and body. They can also be used in conjunction with the cot's built-in cradling system, which parents have found to be helpful in cases of reflux and colic.

If you are considering a crib bed with a cushioned mattress it is important to determine the dimensions of the mattress and if it will fit inside the base of the cot. You should also determine whether there are any specific rules and regulations to adhere to when buying mattresses for cots including the minimum thickness.

If you're looking for an cot that can expand with your child, then consider this adaptable design from Vox. It's initially a cot but can later be transformed into a toddler bed, thereby saving you from having to purchase an entirely new bed once your baby is ready to use it.

Our panel of test participants was impressed by the simple setup of this cot and easy setup, with mom tester Grace noting that it "came out from the box and was unfolded like a chair for camping". The middle joints snap into place, and the cot folds down, with no complicated mechanisms to deal with. It's also small and light, fitting into a carry case that's slightly larger than the case of the camp chair. This makes it perfect for transporting the cot to grandparents' homes.

Despite being heavier than other models in our tried-and tested line-up, this cot is incredibly comfortable. It's designed to feel like a mattress, with plenty of padding and a bouncy bottom that absorbs the weight, without making your child feel like they are in the bouncer. It's also a solid, stable option for both side and back sleepers, though senior editor Nick Belcaster noted that stomach sleepers might struggle with it.

Safety

To ensure the safety of your baby it is essential to ensure that a cot bed meets the UK standards it claims to comply with. Check for the BS EN 716 code, or BS 8509 if it converts into a toddler bed. Make sure it's the right size for the nursery and provides enough space for your child to be safe. It should be at minimum 140cm x 70cm, and there shouldn't be any gaps around the edges or corners.

Make sure the mattress is firm and lies flat inside the cot. It can be dangerous to suffocate when it is squishy or old, or damaged. Check the mattress to see whether it springs back rapidly after pressing. When you press down on the middle of a good quality cot-mattress, it should feel firm.

Make sure the cot is free of any toys, stickers and other items that could be a danger to choking. Babies must be able to move around easily and roll throughout their sleep, which is why it's also important that the cot doesn't have raised corners or cut-outs could be used as footholds to climb out. If your cot is equipped with drop-sides, be sure to check them regularly to make sure the mechanism is secured.

It's important to avoid placing a cot close to an open window or a radiator, as they could get too hot or awake with sunburn. It is also important to keep your cot away from cords for curtains that are mounted on the wall as well as baby monitor cables and decorative accessories with long cords. The cords could strangle infants and older children might reach out to grab cot bars or pull themselves up.

This cot is well worth the extra cost if you want the Scandi style and a top quality finish. The instructions are easy to follow and the wood feels sturdy. It takes a while to put together. It's not expensive but it'll last your child right into their toddler years and will look stunning in any nursery.

Design

It's important to remember that you are likely investing in long-term furniture when shopping for a small bed. Contrary to cribs beds, which are utilized only for a brief period of time, cots and cot beds are suitable from birth until a child is able to easily transition into the toddler or single bed. Choose a cot with an adjustable base height to ensure it will last. This feature lets you lower the mattress height to fit your baby's growing needs, while keeping them safe and comfy.

Another important feature to keep an eye out for is the capability to take off sections of cot bars. This is a great crib way to give your baby a sense of independence once they begin playing, and can assist them in and out of their bed quickly. Some cot beds, such as the Leander Luna Baby Cot, can be converted into a sofa by taking out the front.

Many cots come with slatted designs that are ideal for smaller spaces as they allow air to circulate and regulate the temperature of your infant cot bed. This is a significant difference in comfort and can make all the difference when trying to ensure your baby gets a good night's sleep.

A small cot or cot bed is an excellent investment in your baby's sleeping habits and safety, and can be a beautiful accessory to any nursery. Cuckooland offers a variety of beds and cots to pick from.

There's also an array of accessories, including baby bumpers, soft duvets, and high-end bed linen are available for every crib to make it look more complete. This makes it simple to create a warm and comfortable environment for your baby to enjoy the best sleep possible and ensures that they're enjoying every aspect of their new home.