Best Cots For Newborns

A crib is a bed that you can place your baby that has high sides to prevent them from falling out. There are a variety of styles from cribs for bed to travel cots.

Mum tester Jasmin liked the cot's convenient storage compartment for spare sheets and blankets. It's also simple to set up and has an incline setting to aid in reducing reflux.

1. Mamas&Papas Franklin Cot Bed

Cot beds are a parent's best friend, ensuring that the baby snug and (hopefully) sleeping peacefully. However, when you're looking for one there's a lot to consider, from spec and safety to design and style. A good cot should last from birth to toddlerhood. Therefore, durability is crucial. The cot is stylish and robust, and it meets all of the latest guidelines. It's also priced reasonably and comes with a mattress included.

Gemma, mother of Boden 13 months old, tested the product.

Mamas&Papas is a master at creating practical and stylish nursery furniture, and this cot is no exception. It's a stylish choice for the first room of your baby with a contemporary gray finish that can be matched to any style. Additionally, it can be converted into an adorable toddler bed or daybed to last for a long time. It also comes with two different heights for the base, making it safer and easier to reach your child than a traditional drop-side cot. It's also built with a shaped base, so it fits through the majority of doors, which is a huge benefit for stressed parents. There's even a dresser/changer to keep all your newborn essentials close by.

2. SnuzFino Cot Bed

This cot is designed to follow your baby from newborn up to around four years old. It comes with two mattress heights, which means you can begin with a high-height base and then lower as your baby develops and learns to sit up unaided. It was awarded Gold in the Mother&Baby Awards 2024 for the best Moses basket or crib, cot or crib.

The slats on this cot are positioned more together than some of the other models we looked at and makes it more sleek and ideal for bedrooms with smaller spaces. It also has a handy side door so you can access it easily for feeding, nappies or changing. Our tester took just 12 minutes to set up the cot.

Find sale cot beds that comply with safety standards. All cots should have bars that are not more than 6.5cm apart to ensure your baby's limbs cannot become trapped. Also, check that the slats are securely secured to prevent any loose or loose fastenings.

A quality mattress for a cot is also essential to ensure your baby's comfort. Choose mattresses that are coated with latex or pocket springs, which offer the best cots uk support and don't sag. It's important to invest in a waterproof cover, too, as any soiling will get into the mattress and cause your baby to sweat or be uncomfortable.

Some cots include additional features like adjustable inclines to ease reflux, as well as storage for the nappy essentials (such as the Mamas&Papas Lua Bedside Cot). These are wonderful accessories, but only buy items that are suitable and safe for your child.

3. Graco SnuzFino Bedside Crib

This crib is ideal for families who want to use it from the beginning and place it in your bedroom while your baby sleeps. It has a compact design that easily fits into doors with standard frames and weighs just 6kg, which means it's easy to move around your home. It's also easy to get up and down, making it the perfect choice to change nappy.

One of our mom testers described it as being "exceedingly easy to put together." Its lightweight design allows you to easily move it between bedrooms or even take it on holiday should you want to. Its stand-alone design is popular with new parents who want to be able to easily access their newborn during the first few days. It also includes an incline wedge cover and a mattress with a fitted cover and a mattress, both of which are useful features.

It can also be converted to a toddler bed when you purchase the included Toddler Kit (PS70), which is a great benefit for parents as it it will last until your child is ready to move on from the cot. This is a beautiful crib bed with a Scandi style. It will look fantastic in your nursery.

This solid pine cot is also a great option. It is suitable for children from birth to 3 years old and costs just PS372. Our test subjects loved its sleek paneled appearance. It's easy to put together, and has an excellent storage drawer, a rail for teething and adjustable height settings that are helpful for keeping your newborn safe. Its compact size makes it an ideal option for anyone with a smaller space or with a sloped ceiling. Its robust construction means it will last for a long time and not break like some cot-beds.

4. Babyletto Bedside Crib

This bedside crib allows parents to snuggle up their infant close just before the time to go to bed. The NHS recommends that babies be kept in a separate room for the first 6 months however, many parents find that having their child close to them before bedtime soothing.

This crib from Babyletto is made of non-toxic paint that comes in a broad variety of colors, so you can make it a part of your nursery or bedroom decor. It's a great option for parents who have sloped ceilings and do not 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, including an incline that aids in reflux.

As well as looking attractive, it's a solid design that should last through the toddler years as well. One tester's parent said that her baby had spent the night in the cot with two years tots and cots was in good shape to pass it on to her next.

Another advantage is that this cot is tiny and compact, making it easy to set up and move around as required. It's an ideal choice for parents with smaller spaces and can also be used as a travel cot, too. It was easy to assemble and the testers loved the storage drawer, which held all of your baby's essentials. It's a bit costly, but it's worth the cost due to the design and function. The cot isn't equipped with a mattress, which means you'll have to purchase one separately. We recommend opting for an airy, firm mattress that is fitted to stop your baby from getting drowned. It should be a few inches shorter than the frame of the cot to stop your child from being able to get out.

5. SnuzFino Bedside Cot

The SnuzFino is one of the more stylish cots on our list, but it's not all about appearances. This cot is designed to last your newborn for the first 18 months of their life. It could also be converted into a toddler's bed by incorporating an additional toddler kit. The design is timeless and stylish, and our test-run showed that it would suit any nursery - especially when you choose an accompanying changing unit and wardrobe.

No matter what kind of cot you pick, make sure it meets the relevant regulations for your baby's age group and your home. The bars' spacing should not exceed 6.5cm (two inches) in order to prevent infants from getting their heads stuck. Also the surface should not be rough in order to avoid the risk of suffocation. You'll need an cot mattress that fits perfectly, with no gaps around the edges. It must also be made of fabrics that are breathable to regulate your baby's body temperature.

It's tempting, but be aware of your budget and lifestyle before purchasing a cot that comes with additional features like built-in storage and removable bassinet side panels (as the Mamas & Papas Lua Cot). The best cots are simply designed for your baby to rest comfortably and safely and you can usually find cot beds with plenty of storage space, without costing a fortune.

If you're looking to find a high-tech option, the SNOO Smart Sleeper crib has an inbuilt sensor that responds to the baby's cry and gently rocks them to sleep in a manner that replicates their mother's womb. The cost is a bit expensive, but it could be worth the investment for babies who are prone to fussiness.