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Where to start?
A cot is probably one of the larger and more expensive items of equipment you'll need for your baby,
so it's worth thinking a little about the kind of cot to choose. There are all kinds of options to
consider from an aesthetic point of view, so it will help if you decide what you want before you start.
Do you want natural wood or painted? Have you a colour scheme in mind or a nursery mural to match?
There are some great-looking designs available, so have fun making your choice! You might want to
consider a crib or Moses basket for when your baby is really tiny. They are easy to move about or
to fit into your room when your baby is newborn, and a swinging crib that you can rock whilst lying
on your bed is a new mother's dream! Some cots are designed to convert into a toddler bed as your
baby grows. They are generally more expensive to begin with, but might save you money in the long term.
Safety
All cots on sale in the UK should conform to safety standard BSEN716, which means that bars should be
less than 45-65mm apart to prevent your baby's head from slipping through. Second hand cots, unless they
are very old are usually fine, but check the bar width (a can of coke should not be able to fit through),
and that it doesn't have any parts that could trap fingers or limbs.
Ease of Use
Many cots have drop down sides,
which makes it much easier to lift your baby in and out, particularly
handy for mums of small stature. Some can be pulled up close to your bed, which makes night time feeding
easier. Look out for those with multiple height positions for the mattress, which means that you can
adjust the height as your baby grows, and align the mattress with your bed, if you
choose one that can be pulled up close.
Mattress and Bedding
The mattress should be firm and fit neatly into the cot with no gaps. Fitted cot sheets
are best, unfitted sheets can become un-tucked if your baby is a restless sleeper. Do not use a pillow. Quilts
are a great finishing touch to a nursery decoration scheme, and come in lots of gorgeous designs,
whilst you can have some fun, too, choosing a mobile
or some cot toys.
Other considerations
If DIY is not your thing, look out for those that can be assembled without tools and screws. Good,
too, if moving home is on the agenda. If you spend nights away from home or go on holiday you will
almost certainly need a travel cot;
they are quick and easy to assemble and fold down into a carry bag.
Having a baby means lots of 'stuff', from nappies and muslins and blankets to toys and clothes.
So an underbed storage box
that fits neatly into the otherwise wasted space under the cot can be very useful.
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Global Crib and Changing Unit Roomset
Nightlight And Music Player £19.99
Taggie Blanket £16.99