Why Parents Should Consider Cot Beds

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

A junior bed is smaller than an adult bed. As a general guide, a cot bed will normally last until your child is about 3-4 years old, depending on their size.

One thing to not forget is that you will usually need to buy cot bed bedding and not bedding designed for a cot. A cot bed is larger than a standard sized cot so cot bed bedding, including cot bed duvets and cot bed sheets, take this into account and are made larger to fit properly. Sometimes however, premium baby bedding brands are sized larger to fit both sized cots.

Also cot beds do not usually have sides which drop down 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 their cot.

We think that a cot bed can be a useful way to bridge the gap between a cot and an adult bed. You dont have to be concerned about your childs sleeping arrangements until they are almost school age.

Cot beds don't usually cost more than a cot so a cot bed can be a money saving option too as you wont need to buy a separate junior bed. Cot beds can provide a roomy sleeping solution for both toddlers and older babies.

By: Alice Ault

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