When your precious new arrival comes home, you will want to be sure you have a safe and comfortable place for the infant to sleep. Luckily, new cots and cot beds are designed so that they have many wonderful safety features without sacrificing the comfort of your baby.
As you shop for a cot bed for your baby, be sure to look for several important features. First, the cot bed you purchase should have an adjustable base so that you can place the mattress lower in the cot as your infant becomes more active. Next, be sure the model you select has a teething bar, which will protect both the cot and your child. Finally, you will need to decide whether you want one side of the cot to raise and lower or if you prefer fixed sides. The fixed sides are a bit safer, but they can make lifting your infant into and out of the cot somewhat more difficult. Also, as you are considering the different cot and cot bed models, be sure you look for a model that will convert to a junior bed for added value. After all, being able to convert the cot to a junior bed will give you two or three more years of use from this piece.
Once you have decided on features you want to see in a cot bed, you will need to take a look at design and style differences. You can find traditional straight spoked cot beds, or you can find a cot bed with a more ornate or modern look. You will also want to choose a finish for your cot bed. Many people prefer a cot bed with a white washed effect, while others prefer a rich cherry, maple, or walnut finish.
Once you choose a cot bed for your infant's nursery, you may want to buy a travel cot, as well. Travel cots are the perfect way for parents to be sure there is a safe place for their baby to nap no matter where they go. These travel cots collapse quickly for easy transport or storage and can be set up again in seconds. Oval pop-up travel cots are ideal for only the youngest infants, while the larger rectangular travel cots are safe for older babies. For parents with extremely limited storage space, the inflatable travel cot is ideal. When this cot is deflated, it is small enough to be tucked into your luggage, so is ideal for airline or train travel.