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The best crib newborn Cot Beds For Your Little One

When you're camping with your baby or visiting relatives, a comfortable night's sleep is essential. Make sure you invest in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your little one is snug and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.

With a slim aesthetic and easy to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the hallmarks of an excellent design. It can also be transformed into a chic toddler's bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The Coxley the overall winner is packed with features that follow an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It has three adjustable cot base heights and converts into a toddler bed which will help your child through their first four years. It also has two rails for teething that help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing the cot sides.

The Coxley comes as the form of a complete nursery set which includes the stylish cotbed and a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also includes double wardrobe. The dresser/change features a removable changing unit that transforms it from a convenient baby changing station into a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be made to match the style of your nursery.

Some cots to tots can be extended to 10 years or more with expansion packs. These can be more affordable than buying a new cot or mattress.

When it comes to the best crib newborn cot beds, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes. It's sturdy, easy to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. However, it is slightly more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). This is still worth a look it appears to be a very sturdy and long-lasting design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will look great in any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-like details and soft curves to create a stunning style that's sure to be loved by both parents and baby. The cot bed was designed to last until your child reaches four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed by using an easy extension kit. The matching dresser comes with an under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to keep your little one safe as they sleep.

This cot was rated as the best by our tester for its design, its ease of assembly, and the Allen key that is included. The tester also praised its sturdy design and premium feel, adding that it is a "real investment piece" and is an elegant design for any nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however it's an affordable option that's worth the extra money for its quality and durability. The sleigh-style design is attractive and will make your baby the centre of attention in any room! The nifty extras, including an adorable drawer and teething rails, will also help you avoid the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces in case you're on a tight budget. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to prevent stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort for your baby. Aside from this our test subject didn't experience any issues with this crib and thought it was a great purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a true luxury. With solid birch oak and plywood slats It's built to last and has a classic French feel to it. It confirms to the French safety standards which means you can be certain that your child will be safe and sound. We like the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.

Our testers found it easy to assemble and thought it was the most luxurious look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it's costly and you'll need to purchase the mattress separately, and if you're on a budget there are cheaper alternatives out there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If extra features are important to you, then this cot bed could be the best choice. It comes with a handy under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also alter the height of base to three levels so that your child doesn't need to climb out of bed as they grow older.

The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress which could make the price go up more than other models we looked at. The beautiful design, ease of assembly, and ability to grow along with your child are all attractive, making this cot worth the cost. Our testers loved this cot and thought it would make a wonderful addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents who want a sleek frame that will last a long time. It's a bit more expensive than other options we've seen, but it comes with an adjustable changing table and wardrobe, so you can kit out your nursery in one trip. Additionally, it's simple to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so your baby can develop into it. It also comes with teething rails and an elegantly slidable drawer underneath to ensure that you don't need to sacrifice floor space.

It's important to note that you'll have to purchase an additional mattress for this cot bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. A quality mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This is not an expensive cost. The only downside is that you may have a difficult time finding a good fit because the cot is an oval shape, but there are plenty of different kinds of mattresses that work for it.

Many parents choose to use cot beds because they are great value and give your child an enjoyable place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for babies to about four years old age, but some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list and suggest you look out for them if you want your cot bed to last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favorite cot beds, this stunning solid-wood model is well designed and extremely stylish. It also has a number of handy extras like an under-bed drawer that is handy and three heights that can be adjusted. The cot can be used up to the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need to be converted into a toddler bed by using an conversion kit, available separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable teething rails are included. Our test subject said that this cot bed was easy to put together, particularly since all pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller than other cots and tots we tested, so it makes an ideal choice for smaller rooms.

It is not expensive at PS599 and includes a mattress included. However, it is an investment piece, and you can use it for more than one baby. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It transforms into a toddler's bed with ease (leaving three sides up to ensure safety) and can be converted into an upholstered daybed when your child is ready to go without bars.

This is a great option for parents looking for a solution to sleeping that can last for as long as their children do. Our parent tester Becki said that her Boori cot could last for 3 children. The cot has a classic style that is suitable for most homes. It is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some handy extras such as the teddy bear canopy, teething rails and the option to purchase an reflux wedge.