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Best Cots For Newborns

A crib is a bed for your child with high sides to keep them from falling out. There are numerous styles available including bedside cribs to travel cots.

Mum tester Jasmin loved the cot's handy storage compartment to store blankets and sheets. It's also easy to set up and includes an incline option to aid in reducing reflux.

1. Mamas&Papas Franklin cot sets Bed

Cot beds are often the perfect companion for parents. They can keep baby warm and (hopefully) asleep peacefully. But when shopping for one there's plenty to think about, from specifications and safety to design and style. A good cot has to last through the newborn stage and into toddlerhood, so durability is crucial. This cot is sleek and durable and is in compliance with all the current regulations. It's also reasonably priced and comes with a mattress included.

Tested by: Gemma, mum to Boden, 13 months

This cot is an excellent illustration of how Mamas&Papas can create stylish and practical nursery furniture. It's a contemporary choice for a baby's first room, with modern grey finishes that suit any colour scheme. It can also be transformed into a cool daybed or a toddler bed for long-term use. It also has two different heights for the base, making it more secure and easier to reach your baby than a traditional drop side cot. And it's designed with a shaped base which means it can be used in most standard doorways, which is a huge benefit for stressed parents. There's even a matching dresser/changer that will keep your baby's essentials close at hand.

2. SnuzFino Cot Bed

This crib is designed to support your baby from the time of birth to about four years old. It comes with two mattress heights so you can begin with a high base and then lower as your child develops and learns to sit on their own. It was named Gold in the Mother&Baby Awards 2024 for best cots for newborns Moses basket or cot.

This cot is more streamlined than the other models we tested. It's also great for smaller spaces. It also has a handy side door that lets you get in easily to feed, nappies and changing. Our tester took just 12 minutes to put together the cot.

Find cot beds that conform to safety regulations. To keep your baby's legs from becoming trapped in the cot, it is recommended that all cots have bars that are no more than 6 centimeters apart. Make sure that the slats of your cot are securely secured to avoid any loose or fittings that are rusty.

A quality mattress for your cot is essential for your baby's comfort. Find pocket springs or latex coated coir mattresses, as these offer the best support and won't slide like foams. It is worthwhile to invest in a waterproof cover too since any dirt or soil will go directly into the mattress and make your baby sweaty or uncomfortable.

Some cots come with extra bonuses that include gentle rocking motions that aid in settling your baby (like the SNOO Smarter cot sales) and adjustable inclines to ease reflux and storage for nappy necessities (like the Mamas&Papas Lua Bedside Cot). These can be a great option, but make sure to only buy additional items that fit safely and are suitable for your baby's.

3. Graco SnuzFino Bedside Crib

This crib is perfect for families who want to use it from the beginning and place it in your bedroom while your baby sleeps. It's compact design fits through standard door frames, and it weighs just 6 kg. This makes it simple to move around your home. It's also easy to get up and down, making it perfect to change nappy.

One of our mum test subjects described it as "exceedingly easy to put together." Its light-weight construction lets you easily move it between bedrooms or even take it with you on vacation should you want to. Its standalone design is popular with new parents who require to access their newborn easily during the first few months of parenting. It comes with a comfortable mattress and a wedge cover for reflux and a wedge cover, both of which are useful features.

It can also be converted into an infant bed using the included Toddler Kit (PS70), which is a great benefit for parents since it it will last until your child is ready to move on from the cot. It's a beautiful cot bed with Scandi-inspired styles that will look gorgeous in your nursery. It's also a good value considering the length of time it will be used for.

Another alternative is this simple solid pine cot that is suitable from birth to three years and costs just PS372. Our testers loved its stylish paneled design. It's simple to put together and has an excellent storage drawer, a rail for teething and adjustable height settings that can be helpful in keeping your baby secure. Its compact size makes it an ideal option for anyone who has a smaller space or with sloped ceilings. Its strong construction ensures that it will last for an extended period of time and not break like some cot-beds.

4. Babyletto Bedside Crib

This bedside crib is perfect for parents who want to wrap their child close to them prior to the time to go to bed. The NHS advises that newborns should be placed in a separate area for the first six months, but many parents find it soothing to be able to hold their child before going to bed.

This cot is available in a variety of colors and non-toxic paints and can be matched to your nursery or bedroom decor. It's also a good option for parents with sloping ceilings who don't want a cot to take up a lot of floor space. It can be adjusted to 11 different heights and tilted into four positions and includes an incline which aids in reflux.

It's also a sturdy design that will last into the toddler years. One tester for parents stated that her child used the crib for two months and it was in good enough condition to pass on to her newest.

This cot is also small and small and easy to assemble and move around. It's a great choice for parents who have little space. It can also be used as an cot that can be moved around. Testers found it a dream to assemble and loved the storage drawer for storing everything you need for your baby. It's not cheap but it's an excellent investment because of the design and function. You'll need an additional mattress for this crib. We recommend a comfortable, breathable, and well-fitting mattress to stop your child from getting suffocated. It should be a few 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 cot is one of our most elegant models, but it's not only about appearances. It's designed to last your newborn for their first 18 months. It can also be transformed to a toddler's bed by adding a separate toddler kit. The design is chic and timeless and our test subject found it to be a perfect fit for any nursery. Especially if you choose an accompanying changing table and wardrobe.

Whatever cot you pick, make sure it meets the applicable regulations for your baby's age and your home. The bars' spacing should not exceed 6.5cm (2 inches), which will prevent the baby's head from getting trapped, and the surface should be smooth to avoid dangers of suffocation. You'll need an mattress for your cot that is perfect, with no gaps around the edges. It must also be made of air-tight materials to regulate your baby's body temperature.

Although it's tempting to purchase a cot with extra features like built-in storage drawers and removable bassinet sides (as with the Mamas and Papas Lua Cot), these should be carefully considered in light of your budget and lifestyle. The most suitable cots allow your child to rest comfortably and safely. You can find all-in-one cot beds that have plenty of storage that won't cost a fortune.

If you're looking to find a high-tech option then the SNOO Smart Sleeper crib comes with an inbuilt sensor that responds to your baby's crying and gently rocks them to sleep in a manner that mimics their mother's womb. The price is high, but it might be worth it for sleepers who are fussy.