10 Times You'll Have To Know About Small Cot Beds

Buying Small Cot Beds

When shopping for a small cot bed it's easy to get caught up in the spec and safety features, but take into account the aesthetics too. A well-designed mini cot beds can make a room feel bigger and less clutter-filled.

This model is ideal for bedrooms with small spaces. It's lightweight and stroller-style. It's also the easiest flatpack to assemble.

Space-saving

Cot beds are smaller versions of traditional cots, but still provide all the safety and comfort features your baby deserves. They can be used until your toddler is ready to move on to a junior bed around the age of 2. Some models convert to a stylish sofa bed for use with older children as well.

To help you maximize your space, consider an item that is compatible with your existing furniture in the bedroom or one that can easily dismantle and put up again when you need to put in other baby objects. You might also want to consider a compact cot bed with built-in storage, or multi-functional designs that combine an armoire as well as a changing unit and bench seats into one piece of furniture.

There's a broad selection of sizes in our cots for small spaces and cribs roundup, so whether you have a tiny nursery or a spacious playroom there should be something to meet your needs. Many of the designs in our roundup include a fitted bed, making it easier to keep your child's bedding neat and tidy.

It is essential to measure the space available in your nursery before purchasing a cot. Also, you should consider the gap between the bars, as this should not be greater than 6.5cm to ensure safety.

Silver Cross Nostalgia is a crib that takes a 120 x 60cm standard mattress and comes with a beautiful sleigh style frame. It's built to last with a solid construction with high-quality materials, and is easy to alter to your baby's needs as they grow. It's however a more expensive option than the other cots we've reviewed and you'll need to purchase a mattress when you pick this model.

The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot is another fantastic option for a small nursery, and is our choice of the most value-for-money cot. It's loaded with additional features like teething rails as well as two height positions that can be adjusted as your child grows. It's also incredibly simple to put together. It includes a mattress however, you'll need an additional one for the toddler conversion.

Comfort

Choose a small cot with an easy mattress. This will help your baby sleep comfortably. These are designed to be more firm than a traditional cot mattress but still soft enough to ensure that your child will get an enjoyable night's sleep.

The cushioning of these mattresses can also help to reduce heat retention, which may cause discomfort to some babies. The materials used in the mattress are free of allergens, chemicals and other substances that can cause irritation to your baby's skin.

These mattresses are a good option for side and back sleepers, as they offer good support for the head, neck and body. They can also be used with the cot's built-in cradling feature, which many parents find to be helpful for reflux and colic.

It is essential to determine the size of the mattress and ensure that it can fit into the base of the cot before buying a cot that is small. You should also determine if there are any other specific rules and regulations you need to follow when purchasing a cot mattress like the minimum thickness.

This adaptable design from Vox is a great choice for parents looking for a cot that will grow with their child. It starts out as an cot, but it can be converted into an infant bed, saving you from having to buy an entirely new bed once your child is ready for it.

The easy-to-use setup of this cot was highly praised by our panel. Mum Grace said that it "came out of the box and unfolded just like the back of a camping chair". The middle joints snap into place and the cot then collapses over itself. There are no complicated mechanisms required. It's also compact and lightweight, fitting neatly into a bag that's slightly bigger than a camp chair's case and ideal for transporting to grandparents' houses.

The cot is extremely comfortable despite its size being higher than other models in our tried-and tested collection. It's designed to feel as a mattress and has plenty of padding and a bouncy base that carries the weight but doesn't make your child feel like they're in the bouncer. It's also a sturdy and stable choice for back and side sleepers, but the senior editor Nick Belcaster noted that stomach sleepers might struggle with it.

Safety

It is crucial to make sure that the cot you choose is safe for your child. Look out for the BS EN 716 code, or BS 8509 if it converts into an infant bed. Make sure it's appropriate for the nursery and is big enough for your child to rest comfortably. It should be at least 140cm by 70cm, and there shouldn't be gaps around the edges or corners.

Make sure the mattress is level and firm. If it's soft, old or damaged, this can pose a suffocation risk. Look for any sagging areas that could pose a danger, and test to see how the mattress will spring back after pressing it. A good quality mattress for cots should feel solid and flat when you press down on the centre of it.

Make sure the cot is free of toys, smudges and anything else that could pose a choking risk. Babies should be able move freely and roll over during their sleep, so it's also important that the cot doesn't have raised corners or cut-outs they could use as footholds to climb out. If your cot has a drop side check it frequently to ensure the mechanism locks securely.

It's also a good idea to avoid placing a cot near the sun or a radiator, as they could get too hot or wake up with a sunburn. You should also keep your cot away from cords for curtain rods that hang from the wall or baby monitor cables, as well as decorative accessories with long cords. Babies could be strangled by these cords, while older children could get themselves caught on them or reach out to grab the bars of the cot.

This cot is definitely worth the extra cost for those who want a Scandi-style and a high quality finish. The instructions are clear and the wood feels sturdy. It takes time to put together. It's not expensive, but it will last your child until they reach the age of toddlers.

Design

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

One of the most useful features of the design is the ability to take out cot bars in sections. This will provide your child with an impression of independence once they begin to crawl and will make it easier to help them get into and out of bed. For more flexibility Some cot beds, such as the Leander Luna Baby Cot can also be converted into a cozy sofa by taking the front off of the bed.

The slatted style of many cots is an excellent choice for a small space, in addition, it assists to circulate air and regulate your baby's temperature. This makes a large difference in comfort and can make the difference to ensure your baby gets a good night's sleep.

A small cot, or cot-bed, is a great crib investment for your baby's safety and sleeping habits. It can also be an excellent addition to any nursery. Cuckooland has a wide range of beds and cots to pick from.

There's also an array of accessories, including baby bumpers and soft duvets with top quality bed linen, are available for every crib to make it look more complete. This makes it easy to create a cozy and warm environment for your baby's to get the best cot beds possible rest, and ensures they're enjoying every aspect of their new home.