The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One<br /><br />Whether you're camping with baby or visiting family sleeping well is vital. Make sure you have the best crib bed to ensure that your child is safe snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.<br /><br />This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance, and the frame is simple to assemble. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.<br /><br />The Mamas and Papas Coxley<br /><br />The Coxley the overall winner, is packed with features that reflect an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It features three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be turned into a toddler's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It comes with two teething bars that soothe gums and stop them from chewing on sides of the cot.<br /><br />The Coxley comes in an entire nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change cabinet has an easily removable changing top that turns it from a useful baby changing station into a sleek dresser that can be filled with all your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers are fully customisable so you can match the style of your nursery.<br /><br />A good quality cot should last until your child is about four years old, but certain models offer the possibility of purchasing an expansion pack that extend their use to five or even 10 years. They are less expensive than buying a new cot or mattress.<br /><br />When it comes to the top cot beds and cots, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes - it's well-made, simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. It is, however, somewhat more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, though, as we think it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that looks extremely sturdy.<br /><br />The Silver Cross Westport<br /><br />The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will go well with any nursery. It's got warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Parents and babies will love it. The cot bed is designed to last until your child reaches four years old and converts to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The dresser comes with a drawer underneath the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails so that your child is safe sleeping.<br /><br />This cot was rated the best by our tester for its design, ease of assembly, and the Allen key that comes with. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and premium feeling and said it felt like an "real piece of investment" and also a stylish design for any nursery.<br /><br />It's more expensive than other cot-beds we've looked at however, the quality and durability are worth the extra cost. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room in which your baby is centre of the attention! The nifty extras, including a useful drawer and rails for teething, will also help you avoid the expense of buying separate furniture pieces in case you're on a tight budget. We would suggest purchasing an oval mattress rather than one of the standard sizes to avoid overstretching the slats and possibly creating discomfort for your baby. Apart from that our test-bearer didn't have any issues with this cot and stated it was a great buy.<br /><br />The La Redoute Willox<br /><br />This cot bed is a true luxury. It's made of solid plywood slats, birch and is designed to last. It has the French feel. It is certified to French safety standards too, so you can rest assured that your child will be safe and sound. We love the off-white finish, but it's also available in a stunning grey-green colour.<br /><br /><br /><br />Our test subjects found it simple to assemble and thought it was the most elegant look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it's expensive particularly since you have to purchase an additional mattress - and when you're on a tight budget, there are better alternatives there.<br /><br />The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed<br /><br />If additional features are important for you then this cot bed might be the ideal option. It has a convenient under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three different levels so that your child doesn't need to climb out as they get older.<br /><br />The only drawback to this cot is that you need to purchase a mattress separately which can make the cost rise even more than other models in our review. Its premium aesthetic as well as its ease of assembly and the ability to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing and make it a worthwhile cost. Our test subjects liked this cot and believed it would make a stunning addition to any nursery.<br /><br />The John Lewis Elementary<br /><br />The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents who want a sleek frame that will last for a long time. It's more expensive than other options, but it comes with matching wardrobe and changing table to outfit your nursery all at once. Additionally, it's simple to set up and has three mattress height positions so your baby can grow into it. It has teething rails and a drawer that slides neatly beneath so that you don't lose valuable floor space.<br /><br />You'll need to buy a separate mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should make sure you budget your money accordingly. A good mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This is not an enormous expense. It can be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot, but there are many different kinds that can be used.<br /><br />Many parents opt for cots for their children as they are affordable and provide a comfortable sleeping space. Most cot beds are suitable for babies to about four years old age, but some may be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list and suggest you look for them if want your cot bed to last even longer.<br /><br />The Wooden Cot Bed<br /><br />One of our favorite cot beds, this stunning solid-wood version is beautifully constructed and stylish. It also has a number of handy extras like an under-bed drawer that is handy and three adjustable base heights. The cot can be used until the age of four (though the majority of them will need to be converted into a toddler bed with the conversion kit, which is sold separately).<br /><br />Included are a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. The cot bed was simple for our test participant to put together. All the pieces were clearly marked and packed. It's also smaller than other cots that we tested, so it makes a good option for smaller rooms.<br /><br />It is not cheap at PS599, with the mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one baby. It looks stunning in natural wood, however you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. <a href="https://www.cots4tots.co.uk/">nursery cots</a> is easily transformed into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides open to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.<br /><br />This is a great choice for parents who are looking for a solution to sleeping that lasts as long as they do. Our parent tester Becki said her Boori cot lasted through three children. The cot has a classic style that is suitable for most homes. It is made of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with handy extras such as the teddy bear canopy, teething rails and the option to buy the reflux wedge.<br /><br />