Mini Cot Beds
Mini cot beds are a great alternative to traditional cots particularly when you have smaller rooms in your nursery. They're designed to last up until your child is around four years old. They are available in a variety of styles and colours.
The cozy cot-bed from Boori was a big hit with our mum testers. It's simple to put together, looks fantastic and has a lot of additional features including teething rails, a storage drawer and is a elegant.
Style & Design
It's easy to get caught up in spec and safety features when selecting a cot for your baby, but don't forget about the design. You want something that is fashionable and will fit in with your nursery, no matter if you have a modern or traditional arrangement.
Obaby Maya Mini Cot Bed, our top pick for this category, is a gorgeous piece that's easy to build and looks stunning in any room. It's also extremely sturdy and the only cot we tested we felt would stand the test time. The narrow bars make it easy to clean since there aren't any places where dust could accumulate. As your baby grows and gets bigger, you can lower the base to stop them from climbing out. The teething rails guard them from sharp teeth.
Another gorgeous piece is the Silver Cross Nostalgia - a beautiful sleigh-style cot that's suitable from birth and can be made into a bed for toddlers using an extension kit (sold separately). The three height positions will ensure your child is at ease throughout their development, but the fiddly assembly process might turn off some. It's also costly but it is worth it if your goal is an elegant design that will last for many years. Gemma is the mother of Boden aged 13 months.
Durability
When it comes to buying a mini cot bed, it is essential to choose a high-quality product as this will be a piece of furniture that will last for the toddler years as well. We have tested many cribs to ensure that they are sturdy and durable. They are built to last. We also considered style and design, innovative features, comfort, conversion, storage, and extra features to help you select the ideal cot for your family.
If you're seeking a chic option or more modern flair, we have found the best cot beds to suit your nursery decor. We have chosen a range of styles and finishes that fit all budgets and tastes from simple and practical to luxurious and expensive. We have tested several convertible cot-beds to ensure you get the most value for money and use this furniture into your child's toddler years.
This gorgeous solid oak cot by Clair de Lune is double-framed masterpiece designed to be much more than a place to sleep your baby. The wood is of premium quality and was crafted with care to ensure long-lasting and durable. Grace is our MFM tester, found the assembly easy and the packaging was designed to ensure that there were no pieces left in the dust. The cot comes with a mattress, however you'll need to purchase it separately.
Innovation
Designed with efficiency in mind. Many mini cot beds come with innovative design features that optimise space and function. Some models have a built-in changing station to facilitate your ability to change your baby. This improves the comfort for both of you and your child during the diaper changing process. It also makes it safer as all the essential items are easily accessible.
Other designs that are innovative include a cot that folds away into a small unit or a crib with an integrated trundle drawer to provide extra storage space. These compact designs work well in homes with a limited space or where the nursery also functions as a bedroom. Some models can also be converted into a sofa, offering an additional level of flexibility and function for your growing child.
In terms of safety, most mini cots are designed to protect your child's health and wellbeing by providing features like side rails that are secure and non-toxic finishes. This will ensure that they are safe and secure in their early years.
Obaby Nika is a modern, premium cot bed with exceptional safety features as well as a chic design. It's a bit smaller than its larger counterpart but doesn't skimp on functionality, featuring three mattress bases to accommodate your growing baby, and even teething rails. Additionally, our reviewer noted that it was easy to assemble and move around the room when it was assembled. Its unique oval design means it is able to fit into doors that have standard frames, which is a huge benefit for stressed parents.
Comfort
When you are planning your nursery for your baby, it's easy to get caught up in the safety and spec features. However, comfort is equally important. If your child will be spending a great deal of time in the mini cot they choose it is crucial that they feel safe and comfortable.
It's crucial when you're considering using a Moses basket to replace it. It is recommended that infants sleep with their parents during the first six months. A comfortable, cozy crib can allow them to do this while being close to you.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed is a excellent choice for those looking for a top cot for small spaces that will still give plenty of room for your baby to develop into a toddler. It's not cheap, but it does come with a one-year guarantee and offers an excellent value for money seeing as you can use it from birth until the age of toddlerhood.
The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed is another option if you're looking for a cot that has added additional features such as a handy drawer, teething rails and two adjustable height positions. It was simple to put together and Jill was impressed with how it fitted through standard door frames. cot for sale 'll need to purchase an oval mattress separately.
Convertibility
Cot beds will last longer than cribs that are standard and provide your child with an appropriate bed from birth until toddlerhood. This makes cots more durable over cribs. They're also an economical option because you don't have to purchase a brand new bed for your child after they're old enough to use it.
Some cots and cot beds are designed to adapt to the needs of your child, and transform into junior beds or small sofa beds. Stokke Sleepi, for example is a bed that can be used until age 2 with the purchase of an additional mattress extender as well as a junior conversion kit (sold separately). It's simple to install and looks fantastic in any nursery. However, you'll need a fitted sheet for an cot-bed instead of a crib as the gaps are quite wide.
If you're looking for a less complicated option, you can opt for the Obaby Nika mini cot bed, suitable from birth to approximately four years old. It's small and has a contemporary nursery design with a textured finish in oak. It comes with three mattress base positions to suit your baby's growing needs and teething rails that protect.
At Pram Centre, you'll find various stylish and innovative cots to create a cozy nursery for your child. Our collection includes a range of unique designs from top brands like Mamas & Papas and Obaby, including many with adjustable features that can change as your baby grows. You can also find a variety of extras to keep your baby safe and comfortable, like an infant guard that is padded to prevent them falling out, or a breathable fitted cot mattress to encourage healthy sleeping habits.
Storage & Extra Features
If you're a mom-to-be looking for a cot that will last long after your child has grown out of it, think about buying one that can be converted into a toddler bed. This will help you save money on separate toddler furniture, and help your child make the transition from crib to a bed.
The Katie mini sleigh cot bed from Silver Cross is an example of a compact cot that has built-in storage. This allows you to keep nappies, bedding and sleepsuits neatly organised. This is a great feature for the early months of your baby's development when you'll need to change them often.
The Obaby Maya continental bed cot is another option for parents looking for a cot which comes with storage. It is designed to be used from birth until about four years of age. cot sales has a 2-tone look. It can be converted into a bed for toddlers by taking off one side panel and also includes a toddler rail. A variety of storage drawers are available for this model too.
If you're in the market for a mini cot check out the Pram Centre collection to discover our selection of stunning designs. We offer a range of choices from top brands such as Babymoov and Mamas & Papas to suit any nursery. We also have a large selection of nursery furniture to fit perfectly with your cot and provide an ideal sleeping space for your child.