Best Cot For Newborn

Jasmine who is a mom test subject, says this cot is well-designed and feels solid. She likes the fact that it's an independent crib that can easily be moved between rooms and is able to fit into a backpack.

Baby Cot Bed &Baby Awards 2021 shortlisted winner, the Chicco Next2Me Magic is a crib with dual functions that can be used from birth as a co-sleeper at the bedside or a stand-alone crib for bed time and nap times. It's also flexible, and has the option of rocking to help settle babies.

Maxi-Cosi Iora Air

The Maxi-Cosi Iora Air Co-Sleeper is a baby bed that is ideal for keeping your child close to you throughout the night. This is crucial since newborns are most at risk for sudden infant death syndrome. By sleeping close to you, this risk can be diminished.

The Iora Air is made of a fabric that breathes throughout, ensuring optimal air circulation for your baby while they sleep. It features a softer mattress for extra comfort and support. Plus, it has an excellent rocking function that can help soothe your baby during nap time or those times when they're agitated.

The crib has a huge storage bin, so you are able to easily access the essentials for your baby. This makes it easier to feed, change a diaper or wipe the sheets during the nighttime. It's also easy to move around the house with hidden integrated wheels. It comes with a travel bag and it folds down.

The Iora is equipped with a viewing window that allows you to check on your baby without disturbing him. The cover is removable and can be washed in the machine. Additionally, it's suitable for infants up to 6 months and has specific weight and age limitations.

The Iora co-sleeper is extremely light and compact. It is easy to move around and put together. It has an easy slide function to ensure that it can fit your bed perfectly, and the hidden wheels built into the bed make it easy to move from room to room. It's also a great solution for a sleepover or overnight visit to the grandparents' home. mini cotbed is the small size which makes it a challenge to clean.

Mamas&Papas Franklin Cot Bed

If you're trying to find the perfect cot bed for a newborn, it's easy to focus on safety and the spec features. But don't forget design and style. The Franklin 2 Piece Set comes with a chic grey finish, which gives a modern appearance to your nursery. It's also a great option to store your items in a space-saving manner because the under-bed drawer is perfect for tucking away extra blankets or muslins.

Its most striking aspect is the sleigh-style frame which gives it a timeless vintage look, while also making it extremely sturdy. The bars are wider than you'd expect for a cot, so they won't irritate tiny feet and hands. Also, the distance between each bar is 50cm, which is ideal to prevent an adventurous toddler from escaping. It is in compliance with British safety standards and is suitable for children as young as up to 10 years old.

The cot also comes with three height settings. It is possible to lower the base as your baby grows, making it easier for you to reach them and stops them from attempting to climb out. It's also easy to convert into a chic, toddler bed that looks like a bench. The only drawback is its high price tag, but it's worth it if you want a traditional-looking wooden cot that isn't sloppy on features.

All cots, cot beds and cot mattresses should be fitted with a mattress that is certified. The best cot mattresses for babies are breathable and have anti-bacterial properties that will keep your baby feeling cool and comfortable. If you opt for a spring or foam mattress be sure to look at the label for the BSI (British Standard Institute) mark that indicates compliance with safety standards.

The majority of cot beds are disassembled, so you'll need to put them together yourself, which isn't difficult but it's good to remember that if you're not used to working with flat or wood furniture, you may find the instructions slightly tricky to follow at first. Fortunately Mamas and Papas cots come with a manual for assembly and a video guide to help you along the way.

Silver Cross Westport Cot Bed

The Silver Cross Westport is an excellent option if you want a cot that will endure your child's toddler years. The multi-stage bed converts into a toddler bed once your child is old enough. It is also designed to meet safety standards and will look amazing in your baby's nursery. The soft curves of the cot and statement white details are enhanced by solid wood feet. This gives the cot an overall more contemporary and Scandi appearance unlike other cots available on the market.

Silver Cross Westport is stylish and practical. It's also simple to put together. It took our mum testers just over an hour set it up with clear instructions and an Allen key included. It's also easy to switch to toddler bed mode with the simple removal of one of the side rails. Our testers loved the quality of this cot, and said it feels solid enough to stand up to the test of time, even when your child is a very active toddler.

This model differs from the majority of cot-beds because it includes a matching changing unit and wardrobe. This can be used to create a cohesive nursery, or as the focal point of your design scheme. It is available in four different colors to match your furniture. There's also a handy drawer underneath the cot that can be used to keep blankets and sheets.

The Silver Cross Westport Cot Bed is compatible with a standard UK-sized cot mattress (140 cm x 70 cm). We recommend using a top mattress for your cot like the Silver Cross Classic Cotbed Mattress that is made in Britain. It uses 190 individual pocket springs to provide excellent support. It also has natural Tencel fabric cover to wick the moisture away, keeping your baby comfortable and dry.

When you are choosing a cot make sure that it has a rail for teething that is protected that will safeguard the baby's gums as they start teething. This will also keep your baby from getting out of the cot, and possibly getting injured.

SnuzFino Cot Bed

When you're pregnant or are expecting a baby, there's a lot of things to consider. The nursery, feeding schedule as well as endless clothing options and routines can be a major anxiety. But one thing you can be sure of mind about is your baby's cot mattress, as long as you know what to look for and avoid. You can differentiate the good from the bad by using the three criteria (support, airflow, and upholstery). This will save you time, money and also prevent problems with sleep for your baby.

Cot beds are a great option for infants since they can be used until your child is ready to transition into a toddler bed, typically about 18 months old. You'll need to ensure that the cot is able to fit in your space and will grow with your child, so be sure to check the dimensions.

Our testers were impressed with the sleek style of this cot bed, it comes in four color options and will fit in any modern nursery. It has two mattress height settings, so that your baby grows with it. It is also possible to convert it into an infant's bed by buying an extension kit. It comes with a drawer for convenience, hanging rails to hang muslin blankets, cloths and muslin blankets and an anti-bite strip that will stop teething babies from chewing on the top rails.


The mattress of this cot has been specifically designed with newborns and infants in mind, offering the highest level of comfort and support. Its unique pocket spring design accommodates every curve of the body and is backed with breathable, premium fabric. It's also hypoallergenic and odourless and doesn't contain any chemical fire retardants, so it's safe for babies. It has been infused with lavendar to help soothe your baby and is machine washable.

Read our review of SNOO's Smart Sleeper cot-bed if you're looking to ensure that your baby gets the best sleep possible. It responds to your baby's crying and provides soothing vibrations and white noises that resemble the womb, helping them get back to sleep quickly and stay asleep.