Why Parents Should Choose Cot Beds

Thursday, February 11th, 2010 at 6:43 pm

Cot beds are basically cots which are wider and longer than a standard size cot. Often parents choose to buy one because they convert into a junior bed - that is a toddler sized bed - after their baby has outgrown the crib.

A junior bed is smaller than an adult bed. Generally speaking, a cot bed will probably last until your child is about three or four years old, depending on how quickly they grow.

One thing you should remember to bear in mind though is that you need to buy special sized bedding and not bedding designed for a crib. A cot bed is larger than a standard sized cribt so cot bed bedding, including duvets and sheets, take this into account and are made larger to fit properly.

Do remember that cot beds do not usually have drop sides and not all versions enable parents to select different mattress positions. Not having drop sides means it can be more difficult to get your baby in and out of it.

We think that a cot bed can be a useful way to bridge the gap between a crib and an adult bed. You don't have to be concerned about your child's sleeping arrangements until they are almost school age.

They are also usually only a little more expensive than a bassinet so can help you save money too as you wont need to buy a separate junior bed. Cot beds can provide a roomy sleeping option for an older baby or toddler.

Alice Ault provides online advice for parents choosing Cot Beds at her baby nursery bedding website.

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