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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A comfortable night's rest is important, whether you're camping or visiting your family. Choose the best cot newborn cot bed to ensure your child is secure, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

With a sleek and easy to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of an excellent design. It can also transform into a chic toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The overall winner The Coxley is packed with features that reflect an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It features 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 also comes with two teething rails which help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing the cot sides.

The Coxley comes as an entire nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed as well as an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also comes with double wardrobe. The dresser/change features an easily removable changing unit that transforms from a convenient baby changing station to a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized, so you can match it to your nursery style.

A good cot should last until your child reaches four years old. However some come with the option of purchasing expansion packs that extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these as they can be cheaper than buying a brand new mattress and cot later on.

The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together, well-made and looks great in any nursery. It is more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll have to purchase separately. It's worth checking out, however, because we believe it's worth the money for a long-lasting design that appears extremely durable.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll be a perfect fit for any nursery. It features warm oak effect details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Parents and babies will love it. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches age of four and is easily transformed into a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it has a drawer underneath the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails to ensure your child is safe sleeping.

Our test subject found this cot to be the best crib newborn of all 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 premium feel, noting that it feels like a "real investment piece" as well as being a stylish design for any nursery.

It's more expensive than other cot sales-beds we've looked at, but the quality and durability are worth the extra expense. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room where your baby's the center of the attention! The extras, like a handy drawer and rails for teething, will also save you the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We would suggest buying an oval mattress than a standard UK-sized one to avoid overstretching the slats and possibly creating discomfort for your baby. Our test subject had no issues with the cot and thought it was a great buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As the name suggests, this cot bed is the epitome luxury. With solid birch oak and plywood slats made to last, it's designed to last and has a genuine French feel to it. It is certified to French safety standards too which means you can be certain that your child will be safe and sound. We love the off-white finish, but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.

Our test subjects thought it was easy to assemble, and that it looked the most luxurious of our selections. It's expensive, particularly because you need to 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 Cot Bed

This crib sets bed is an excellent choice if you are looking for extra features. It comes with a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base by three different settings so that your child won't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.

The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a mattress separately, which can make the price go up more than other models we looked at. The beautiful design and ease of assembly and the ability to grow with your child are all appealing and make this cot well worth the investment. Our test subjects thought that this cot would make a lovely addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great choice 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 furnish your nursery all at once. It's also easy to assemble and comes with three mattress heights for your Baby Cot to grow into. It has teething rails, and a drawer that slides neatly beneath so that you don't lose valuable floor space.

You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should think about your budget in advance. A high-quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. It's not a huge cost. It may be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot, however, there are many types that will fit.

Many parents opt for cot beds for their children as they are inexpensive and provide a comfortable sleeping area. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children from birth to about four years old age, but some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. There are a few of these in our list if you're looking for a cot that lasts longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

This beautiful solid-wood cot bed is stylish and beautifully designed. It also comes with a range of nifty extras including an under-bed drawer that is handy and three adjustable base heights. The cot can be used up to the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need to be converted to an infant bed using the conversion kit, which is sold separately).

There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. Our test subject said that this cot bed was easy to put together, especially since all pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also very small compared to some of the other cots we looked at, making it a good option for smaller spaces.

It's not cheap at PS599 with the recommended mattress included however, it's an investment piece and you could utilize it for multiple children. It looks beautiful in natural wood, but it is also available in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It can easily be converted 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.

It's a great choice for parents who are looking for an adjustable sleep solution that will last as long as is possible. our test with parents Becki claims that her Boori cot has survived three children, so it does last the test of time. The cot has a traditional design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It's made of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful features like a teddy bear canopy and teething rails, and the option to purchase an reflux wedge to provide comfort for little ones.