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Best Cots For Newborns

A crib is a bed for your baby with high sides to stop them from falling out. There are many styles including bedside cribs to travel cots.

Mum tester Jasmin liked this cot's handy storage compartment that can be used to store blankets and sheets. It is also easy to set-up and comes with an incline that helps with reflux.

1. Mamas&Papas Franklin Cot Bed

Cot beds are often the perfect companion for parents. They are a great way to keep your baby cozy, and (hopefully) asleep peacefully. However, when you're looking for one there's a lot to think about, from specifications and safety to design and style. A good crib should last from the time of birth to toddlerhood. So durability is important. This cot is stylish and robust, and it meets all the most recent guidelines. It's also priced reasonably and includes a mattress.

Gemma, mother of Boden aged 13 months has tested the product.

This cot is an excellent example of how Mamas&Papas can design stylish and practical nursery furniture. It's a stylish choice for the baby's first bedroom, with a modern gray finish that can be matched to any color scheme. It can also be transformed into a cool day bed or toddler bed for longer-term use. 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. And it's designed with a shaped base, that means it can fit through the majority of doors, an absolute benefit for busy parents. There's even a matching dresser/changer that will keep all your baby's necessities in one place.

2. SnuzFino Cot Bed

This cot can grow with your baby, from birth to about four years old. It comes with two mattress heights, so you can start with a high base and move down as your child grows and begins to sit up unaided. It was given Gold in the Mother&Baby Awards 2024 for the best Moses basket or crib, cot or crib.

This cot is more sleek than the other models we have tested. It's also great for smaller rooms. It also has a handy side door so you can reach in easily to feed, nappies and changing. Our tester took just 12 minutes to set up the cot.

Look for cot beds that conform to safety regulations. All cots must have bars that are not more than 6.5cm apart to ensure that your baby's limbs cannot become trapped. Make sure that the slats of your cot are securely secured to avoid any loose or fittings that are rusty.

A quality cot mattress is also key for the comfort of your baby. Choose mattresses with latex-coated coir or pocket springs, which provide the best support and don't sag. It is worth investing in a waterproof cover, too since any dirt or soil will go directly into the mattress and cause your baby to sweat or be uncomfortable.

Some cots come with additional features, such as gentle rocking movements to aid in settling your baby (like the SNOO Smarter Cot), adjustable inclines to ease reflux and storage for nappy necessities (like 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 perfect for those who want to use it from birth and keep it in your bedroom while your baby sleeps. It has a compact design that easily fits into door frames that are standard and weighs only 6kg, so it's easy to move around your home. It's also simple to get up and down, making it perfect to change nappy.

One of our mom testers described it as being "exceedingly simple to put together." Its lightweight design lets you easily move it between rooms or even take it with you on vacation If you'd like. Its distinct design is popular with new parents who want to be able to access their baby easily during the first few days. It also includes an incline wedge cover and a mattress with a fitted cover, which are both useful features.

It also converts to an infant bed using the included Toddler Kit (PS70), which is great news for parents as it it will last until your child is ready to transition from cot life. It's a stunning cot with Scandi-inspired styles that will look lovely in your nursery and it's also a good value if you consider how long it will be used for.

Another option is this simple solid pine cot, which is suitable from birth to 3 years and costs only PS372. Our testers were impressed by its elegant paneled design. It is easy to assemble and comes with a teething rail, storage drawer, and adjustable height settings. Its compact size makes it a great option for anyone who has a smaller space or with a sloped ceiling. Its solid construction will also ensure it stands the test of time and will not be prone to falling apart as some cot beds are.

4. Babyletto Bedside Crib

This bedside crib is perfect for parents who wish to wrap their child close before bedtime. The NHS suggests that babies be placed in a separate room for the first six months, but many parents find it soothing to be able to hold their child before they go to sleep.

The cot comes in a range of colors and non-toxic paints, so it can be customized to your nursery or bedroom decor. It's also a great choice for parents with sloped ceilings who don't want a cot to take up too much floor space. It can be adjusted to 11 different heights, and tilted in four different positions. This includes an incline for reflux.





As well as looking attractive It's also a sturdy design that will last through the toddler years as well. One test-taker said that her baby slept in this crib for two years and it was still in good enough condition to be passed on to her next.

Another benefit is that this cot is small and compact, so it's easy to set up and move around as needed. 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 expensive, but worth the investment for the look and functionality. You'll need to purchase an additional mattress for this crib. We suggest settling for a firm, breathable mattress that fits snugly to stop your baby from getting drowned. small cot beds should be a couple of inches smaller than the frame of the cot to stop your child from being able to climb out.

5. SnuzFino Bedside Cot

The SnuzFino is one of the sleeker cots on our list however it's not just about looks. With two mattress height settings this cot will carry your baby through the first 18 months and can even convert into an adult bed by adding an (available separately) toddler kit. The design is elegant and timeless and our testers found it to be a perfect fit for any nursery. Particularly if you opt for an accompanying changing table and wardrobe.

Whatever cot you choose, always make sure it meets the applicable regulations for your baby's age group and your home. The distance between bars should not exceed 6.5cm (2 inches) that will keep the baby's head from getting trapped, and the surface should be smooth to prevent the risk of suffocation. You'll also have to purchase the right cot mattress that is ideally sized without gaps at the edges and made from breathable materials that ensure that your baby's temperature is kept in check.

While it's tempting to purchase a cot with extra features like drawers for storage built-in and sides that can be removed for the bassinet (as with the Mamas&Papas Lua Cot) however, these must be carefully considered in the light of your budget and lifestyle. The most ideal cots allow your child to rest comfortably and securely. You can find all-in-one cots with lots of storage space that don'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 cries and gently rocks them to sleep in a way that replicates their mother's womb. The price is a little steep, but it could be worth the investment for sleepers who are fussy.