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Best Cots For Newborns

A cot is an elevated bed for your child that prevents them from falling off. There are numerous styles available including bedside cribs to travel cots.

The mother tester Jasmin loved the cot's storage space that is perfect for sheets and blankets. It's also simple to set up and has an incline option to help alleviate reflux.

1. Mamas&Papas Franklin Cot Bed

Cot beds are a new parent's best friend. They keep baby safe and (hopefully) asleep peacefully. But when shopping for one there's plenty to consider, from specs and safety to design and style. A good cot should last from newborn to toddlerhood. Therefore, durability is essential. The cot is stylish and sturdy and meets all the most recent guidelines. It's also priced reasonably and comes with a mattress included.

Tested by: Gemma, mum to Boden 13 months old

This cot is a great illustration of how Mamas&Papas can design stylish and practical nursery furniture. It's a chic option for the first room of your baby and features a modern gray finish that is suitable for any style. What's more, it converts into a cool toddler bed or a day bed for long-lasting use. It comes with two different base height positions too, making it easier to reach for baby and safer than a traditional drop-side cot. The shaped base allows it to fit through most standard doors which is a major advantage for parents with a tight schedule. It even comes with a dresser/changer that will keep all your baby's necessities close at hand.

2. SnuzFino Cot Bed

This cot can grow with your baby from birth to around four years of age. It comes with two mattress heights, which means you can start with a higher base and move down as your child grows and learns to sit up on their own without assistance. It was named Gold in the Mother&Baby Awards 2024 for the most beautiful Moses basket or cot.

This cot is more sleek than the other models we tested. It's also suitable for smaller rooms. It also has a handy side door that allows you to access the room easily to feed, change nappies or change nappy. Our tester took only 12 minutes to put together the Mini Cot Bed.

Make sure that the cot bed you choose comply with safety standards. To stop your baby's legs from becoming trapped, all cots and tots should have bars that are not more than 6cm apart. Also, ensure that the slats are securely fixed to avoid any loose or rusty fastenings.

It is important that your baby sleeps on a comfortable cot mattress. Choose mattresses with latex-coated coir or pocket springs, which offer the most support and don't sag. It is important to invest in a waterproof cover, too because any dirt will be absorbed directly into the mattress and make your baby sweaty or uncomfortable.

Some cots come with extra features, such as gentle rocking movements to aid in settling your baby (like the SNOO Smarter Cot), adjustable inclines to help ease reflux, and storage for nappy necessities (like the Mamas&Papas Lua Bedside Cot). These are wonderful additions, but only purchase items that are safe and suitable for your child.

3. Graco SnuzFino Bedside Crib

If you're looking for a bedside crib that you can use from birth and put close to your bed when baby sleeps, this might be just what you're seeking. Its compact design fits into standard door frames, and it weighs only 6kg. This makes it easy to move about your home. It's also easy to get up and down, making it perfect to change nappy.

It's light and portable, which means you can easily move it between rooms or even on holiday. Its stand-alone design is popular with new parents who want to have access to their infant easily in the early stages of parenting. It also includes the cover for a reflux wedge and a fitted mattress and a mattress, both of which are useful features.

The Toddler Kit will also allow it to be transformed into a toddler bed which is great for parents because it will last as long as your child needs it. This is a beautiful cot bed with the Scandi style. It will look fantastic in your nursery.

Another alternative is this basic solid pine cot, which is suitable from birth to 3 years and costs only PS372. Our testers really liked its stylish panelled look. It's easy to put together and comes with a teething rail, storage drawer and adjustable height settings. Its small size means it's an ideal option for anyone with a smaller room or who has sloped ceilings. Its sturdy build means that it will last for many years and will not break like some cot-beds.

4. Babyletto Bedside Crib

This crib in the bed lets parents snuggle their infant close just before the time to go to bed. The NHS advises that newborns should be kept in a separate room for the first six months, but many parents find it soothing to have their child close before going to bed.

The cot comes in a range of colors and paints that are non-toxic, so it can be customized to your bedroom or nursery decor. It's a great choice for parents with low ceilings and don't want to take up too much space on the floor. It can be adjusted to eleven different heights and can be tilted into four positions and includes an incline that aids in reflux.

It's also a solidly built design that will last into the toddler years. One parent tester stated that her baby had slept in the cot for 2 babies and was still in good shape to pass it on to her next.

This cot is also compact and small, making it easy to set up and move around. It's an ideal fit for parents who have smaller spaces and can be used as a travel cot too. It was easy to put together and the testers loved the storage drawer that held everything essential for your baby. It's a bit costly, but it's worth the cost due to the design and the functionality. You'll need to purchase a mattress for this cot. We recommend a comfortable, breathable, and snugly fitting mattress to stop your child from becoming suffocated. It should be a couple of inches shorter than the frame of the cot in order to prevent your child from being able to get out.

5. SnuzFino Bedside Cot

The SnuzFino is one of the more stylish affordable cots on our list however, it's not all about appearances. The cot is designed to last for their first 18 months. It could also be converted to a toddler's bed by adding a separate toddler kit. The design is timeless and chic, and our test-run showed that it would look great in any nursery, especially if you opt for a matching changing unit and wardrobe.

No matter which cot you choose, make sure it is in line with the guidelines applicable to your baby's age and your home. The bars' spacing should not exceed 6.5cm (2 inches) which will stop children's heads from becoming stuck, and the surface should be smooth to prevent suffocation risks. You'll need to purchase a cot bed sales mattress that fits perfectly without gaps around the edges. It should also be made of fabrics that are breathable to regulate your baby's body temperature.

It's tempting, but you should be aware of your budget and lifestyle before purchasing a cot that comes with additional features like built-in storage, as well as side panels for the bassinet that can be removed (as the Mamas & Papas Lua Cot). The best online cots allow your baby to rest comfortably and securely. There are many all-in-one cot beds that have lots of storage space that don't cost a fortune.

If you're looking for a high-tech option then the SNOO Smart Sleeper crib has an inbuilt sensor that responds to your baby's cries and gently rocks their body to sleep in a manner that resembles the womb of their mother. The cost might be a bit expensive however for parents who have a difficult time sleeping, it could be worth the investment.