Mini Cot Beds

Mini cot beds are an excellent alternative to traditional cots, especially in the case of smaller children's rooms. These beds are made to last until your child reaches the age of four. They come in many different colours and styles.

The cozy Cot-bed from Boori was a hit with our mum testers. It's easy to assemble, looks stunning and has a lot of additional features including teething rails, a storage drawer and is a stylish.

Style and Design

When choosing a cot for your baby, it's easy to get swept up in the safety and specification features. However, don't forget about the design. You want a cot that is stylish and will fit with your nursery regardless whether it's a traditional or modern setup.

Obaby Maya Mini Cot Bed Our top pick in this category, is a beautiful piece that's easy to build and looks stunning in any room. It's also very sturdy and the only cot that we tested that we feel will stand the test of time. The narrow bars make it easy to clean, as there are no nooks or crannies where dust can collect. As your baby grows and gets bigger, you can lower the base to prevent them from climbing out. The teething rails guard them from sharp teeth.

Another beautiful piece is the Silver Cross Nostalgia - a beautiful sleigh-style cot that's suitable from birth and can be converted into a bed for toddlers using an extension kit (sold separately). The three height positions will keep your child comfortable as they grow up, but the fiddly assembling process may put some people off. It's expensive, but worth the extra cost if you're looking for an iconic design that will last for years to come. Tested by Gemma mother to Boden, 13 months.

Durability

When you are buying a mini-cot it is essential to consider the quality as this piece of furniture will last until the toddlerhood. We've tested a wide range of cot beds to ensure they provide the best crib newborn quality of durability and are built to last. We also have looked at the design and style, as well as innovation, comfort and convertability and storage and extra features to help you make the right choice for your family.

We have the perfect cot bed for your nursery, whether you're looking for something classic or modern. We've picked a range of styles and finishes that can meet every budget and taste. From simple and practical, to luxurious and expensive. We've tested several convertible cot-beds so you can get the best baby cots value and use this furniture into your child's toddler age.

This elegant solid oak cot made by Clair de Lune is an exquisite double-framed piece that's designed to be much more than just a place to sleep for your baby. The wood is of the highest quality and has been crafted precisely to ensure longevity and durability. Grace the MFM tester was able to put it together easily and the packaging was designed to ensure no parts were left in the dust. This cot does come with a mattress, but you'll have to purchase it separately.

Innovation

Designed with efficiency in mind, many mini cot beds come with innovative design features that maximize space and functionality. Some models come with an integrated changing station to make it easier for you to change your baby. This improves the comfort of both of you and your baby when changing diapers, while also making it more secure by keeping all the necessary supplies within reach.

Other innovative designs include a cot that folds away into a compact unit, or a crib that has a built-in trundle drawer for additional storage space. These compact designs work well in homes with limited space, or where the nursery can also be used as an additional bedroom. Some models can also be converted into a sofa, giving an additional level of flexibility and function for your growing child.

In terms of safety, many mini cot beds - click the up coming website, are designed to ensure your child's safety with features like secure side rails and non-toxic finishes. This ensures they remain secure and comfortable throughout their first years.

Obaby Nika is a modern high-end cot bed with exceptional safety features as well as a chic design. It's a bit smaller than its full-sized counterpart but doesn't skimp on functionality, featuring three mattress bases to accommodate your growing baby and even teething rails. Moreover, our reviewer found it was easy to assemble and move around the room once complete, while its unique oval shape means it is able to fit into doors that have standard frames, an important benefit for busy parents.

Comfort

It is easy to become caught up in the details of spec and safety features when you are laying out your baby's nursery, but comfort is equally important. If your child will be spending the majority of their time in the mini cot they choose it is crucial that they are secure and comfortable.

It's particularly important if you are considering using a Moses basket to replace it. It is recommended that babies rest close to their parents for the first six months, so a warm and comfortable cot will allow them to do this while remaining close to you.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed will be a great option if you are looking for a premium bed for smaller spaces, but one that still allows your baby to grow and develop into a toddler. It's not cheap, but it comes with a one-year warranty and provides a great crib value for money seeing as you can use it from birth until toddlerhood.

The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed is another good option to consider if you're looking at a cot that comes with additional features such as a handy drawer, teething rails and two height settings that can be adjusted. It was simple to put together and Jill loved the way it fit through standard door frames. You'll need to purchase an oval mattress separately.

Convertability

Cot beds last longer than standard cribs and provide your child with a bed from birth to toddlerhood. This makes cots a better choice over cribs. They also are more affordable, as you don't have to buy a brand new bed for your child when they are no longer in it.

Some cots and cot beds are designed to grow with your child, transforming into junior beds or even small sofa beds. Stokke Sleepi, for example can be used up to age 2 if you purchase an additional mattress extender as well as a junior conversion kit (sold separately). It's easy to construct and looks gorgeous in any nursery, however you'll need an appropriate fitted sheet that will fit a cot bed rather than a cot since the gaps between the bars are large.

Try the Obaby Nika Mini Cot Bed, which is suitable for babies up to four years of age. It's small and has an elegant look for your nursery with a textured oak finish. It has three mattress positions to fit your growing baby and teething rails to protect your baby.

Explore a variety of modern and stylish cots and cot beds to create a cozy nursery for your baby at Pram Centre. Our collection offers a variety of unique designs from leading brands such as Mamas & Papas, Obaby and many more. A lot of them have adjustable features that can be changed to meet the needs of your baby's development. You can also pick up various accessories to help keep your baby secure and comfortable, like an infant guard that is padded to keep them from falling out, or a breathable fitted cot mattress to encourage healthy sleeping habits.

Storage & Extra Features

Consider a design which can be transformed into an adult bed if you are a future parent seeking a cot that can last for many years after your child is outgrown it. This will help you save money on separate furniture for toddlers and will help your child make the transition from their cot to bed.

The Katie mini-sleigh cot by Silver Cross is a great example of a bed that is compact with built-in storage. It is possible to store bedding nappies, cots, and sleepsuits in a neatly laid out in a neat and tidy manner. This is a fantastic feature for the first few months of your baby's life, when you will need to change them regularly.

The Obaby Maya continental bed cot is another great option for parents who are looking for a cot which comes with storage. This cot has a fresh two-tone design and is intended to be used from birth up to around four years old. It can be converted into a toddler's bed by the removal of the side panel. It also has a toddler rail. A variety of storage drawers are available for this model too.

Explore the Pram Centre's selection of mini cot beds to view our stunning designs. We have options from leading brands including Babymoov, Mamas & Papas and Obaby to match every nursery. We also have a broad assortment of nursery furniture to fit perfectly with your cot and provide an ideal sleeping space for your child.