Mini Cot Beds

If you're kitting out a smaller nursery or simply need a different option to a traditional cot, mini cribs are a great alternative. These beds are designed to be used until your child reaches the age of four. They come in a variety of colours and styles.

The cozy bed from Boori was a big hit with our mom testers. It's simple to put together, looks fantastic, and has many extra features like teething rails, a drawer for storage and is a elegant.

Style and Design

It can be easy to get caught up in the specifications and safety features when selecting a cot for your baby, but remember the style. You want a cot that is stylish and will fit in with your nursery, regardless whether it's a modern or traditional arrangement.

The Obaby Maya Mini Cot Bed is our top choice in this category because it's an exquisite piece that's also super-easy to build and looks stunning in the room. It's also extremely sturdy and is the only cot we've test that we believe will endure the test of time. The bars are narrow, which means there aren't any nooks and crevices to collect dust in, making cleaning as easy as it can be. The lowered base is great for infants. As your baby becomes more active, you can lower it further to prevent them falling out, while the teething rails keep them safe from sharp teeth.

Silver Cross Nostalgia is another stunning piece. It's a beautiful sleigh style cot that can be used from the time of birth. An extension kit, available separately, allows it to be converted into a toddler-sized bed. The three height positions will keep your child content as they grow, however the tedious assembly process could cause some to be hesitant. It is also expensive but it is worth it if you want an elegant design that will last for a long time. Tested by: Gemma, mum to Boden, 13 months.

Durability

When you are buying a mini-cot, the quality is important as the furniture will last until the age of toddlerhood. We have tested many cribs to ensure they are sturdy and durable. They are built to last. We also considered design and style, ingenuity features, comfort, convertible storage, and other features to help you choose the right cot bed for your family.

We have the perfect cot bed for your nursery, whether you're looking for something classy or modern. We have selected a variety of styles and finishes that match all tastes and budgets from basic and practical to luxury and costly. We have even tried a couple of convertible cot beds to ensure you can get the best crib for newborn value for your money and enjoy this piece of furniture well into the toddler years of your child.

We adore this beautiful solid oak cot from Clair de Lune This cot is a double-framed work of art designed to be more than just a place for your child to sleep. The wood is of top quality and has been made 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 no parts were left behind. This cot does come with a mattress, however you'll have to purchase it separately.

Innovation

A lot of mini cots are designed with efficiency in mind. They are designed with innovative elements that maximize the space and efficiency. Some models have an integrated 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 because all the essential items are within reach.

Other designs that are innovative include cribs that fold into a compact unit, or a crib that has built-in trundle drawers for extra storage space. These compact designs work great crib in homes with limited space, or where the nursery can also be used as an additional bedroom. Some models can also convert into a sofa, offering even more flexibility and function for your growing child.

The majority of mini cots are designed with safety in mind. They come with features such as secure side rails as well as non-toxic finishes. This ensures that they stay safe and secure throughout their first few years.

Obaby Nika is a modern high-end cot bed that has exceptional safety features as well as a chic design. It's a bit smaller than its full-sized counterpart, but it doesn't sacrifice the functionality, offering three mattress positions to accommodate your growing baby cot online and even teething rails. Our reviewer also found it simple to assemble, and then move around the room, once completed. Its unique oval shape allows it to fit through doors that have standard frames.

Comfort

It can be easy to get caught up in the spec and safety features when you are laying out your baby's nursery, however comfort is equally important. If your child is going to spend a great deal of time in the cot they choose it is essential to ensure that they are safe and comfortable.

It's especially important when you're considering using a Moses basket as an alternative. It is recommended that babies rest with their parents during the first six months, so a cozy and comfortable cot will make sure they're able to do so while keeping them 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 small spaces but one that still allows your baby to grow and develop into toddlerhood. It's not cheap, but it comes with a one-year guarantee and provides a great value for money since you can use it from birth until the age of toddlerhood.

The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot-bed is another option if you are looking for a cot with added features like teething bars, a drawer and two positions that can be adjusted. It was simple to put together and Jill loved the way it fit through door frames that are standard. But, keep in your mind that you'll need purchase sheets and an oval mattress separately.

Convertability

Cot beds last longer than standard cribs and provide your child with a bed from birth to toddlerhood. This durability makes cot beds more popular choice than cribs and is a cost-effective investment as you won't need to purchase a new infant bed for your child once they get out of it.

Some cots and cot beds are designed to grow with your child, turning into junior beds or even small sofa beds. Stokke Sleepi, for example is a bed that can be used until age 2 when you purchase 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 require a fitted sheet to make an cot-bed instead of a crib since the gaps are quite large.

Try the Obaby Nika Mini Cot Bed that is suitable for babies up to four years of age. It is compact and has a contemporary nursery feel with a textured finish made of oak. It includes three mattress positions to accommodate your baby's growing needs and teething rails that protect.

Find a range of modern and stylish cribs and cots to create a cosy nursery for your child at Pram Centre. Our collection includes a number of unique designs from top brands such as Mamas & Papas and Obaby as well as a number of cots with adjustable features to change as your baby grows. You can also pick up various accessories to keep your baby safe and comfortable, like an infant guard that is padded to stop them from falling out, or a breathable fitted cot mattress that promotes healthy sleeping habits.

Storage & Extra Features

Consider a design which can be converted into the bed of a toddler in the event that you are a potential parent looking for a cot that will last for many years after your child has outgrown it. This will save you money on purchasing separate furniture for toddlers and will assist your child make a smooth transition from their cot to a bed.

The Katie mini-sleigh cot made by Silver Cross is a good illustration of a small bed with built-in storage. This allows you to keep nappies, bedding and sleepsuits neatly organised. This is a great feature for the first few months of your baby's development when you will have to change them regularly.

The Obaby Maya continental bed cot is another option for parents seeking a cot that comes with storage. The cot is modern with a two-tone design and is intended to be used from birth to approximately four years old. It can be made into a bed for a toddler by the removal of the side panel. It also has a toddler rail. A variety of under-cot storage drawers are available for this model as well.

Explore the Pram Centre's selection of mini cot beds to see our stunning designs. We offer a range of choices from top brands such as Babymoov and Mamas & Papas to suit any nursery. We also stock a range of nursery furniture to match your cot bed and create the ideal sleeping space for your baby.