Which bed is right for your baby?
Your new baby is on the way – congratulations! You know you need to provide a safe place for your little one to sleep, but with so many options choosing the right baby bed can feel overwhelming. All our cots and bassinets are beautifully designed from high-quality materials – that makes any of them a great choice for your nursery – but each comes with its own special features that make them perfect for different kinds of families. Here’s a rundown of our top picks, and why they might be perfect for you.
Bassinet or cot – which is better?
A new-born baby can safely sleep in a bassinet or a cot, but each option comes with a few important differences. You might want to begin with a bassinet because it’s smaller, and fits more easily into your own room when you want your new born to be in easy reach.
A bassinet can be more easily carried too, making it more convenient for overnight trips or weekend visits with family. The cosy familiarity of a bassinet can also help your baby settle more easily in unfamiliar surroundings.
Of course, babies grow quickly, and in a short time your little one will be not-so-little. A bassinet is only a short-lived item, which means some parents choose to go straight to a cot. It just means it will be a tight squeeze until you’re ready for the baby to have his or her own room.
Moses baskets – the modern take
Nestling's Moses basket is meticulously crafted to cocoon your little one in comfort and safety, providing a snug haven for those precious early months. Handwoven with natural, breathable materials, each basket embodies both timeless elegance and modern functionality. Its sturdy construction ensures stability while maintaining a lightweight design for effortless portability, allowing your baby to rest peacefully whether at home or on the go.
With attention to detail evident in every stitch, Nestling's Moses baskets offer parents peace of mind, knowing their bundle of joy is nestled in a cozy sanctuary designed with love and care.
The value-seekers, bassinet-to-cot
When you just can’t afford to be spending money on – and disposing – several beds as your child grows, you might like to choose a versatile option – the Stokke Sleepi Bed four in one
The initial outlay will save you money for years to come, and here’s how.
The Stokke® Sleepi™ is a comfy oval shape that allows air circulation and grows with your baby, from newborn up to three years. The swivel wheels let you adjust the cot with the light during the day, and easily move it to another room if need be. Plus, a crib conversion kit extends this versatile bed to fit your child right up to age 10 – and with a seven-year warranty, it’s definitely a great buy when you’re on a budget.
The Co-Sleepers
Give your little one a safe, close and cosy night’s sleep from birth to beyond. The Shnuggle Air Bedside Crib allows you and your baby to sleep close to each other but without sharing the same bed, helping to grow your bond and giving your baby the reassurances and comfort, they need from having you close by.
Shnuggle Air features a gentle incline option to help ease colic and reflux as well as zip down sides to easily feed or comfort baby during the night. The storage hammock underneath provides handy storage space for those night-time feeding and changing essentials. Designed to attach securely to your bed, the crib can also be used as a standalone crib to be set a little further away from you when baby gets a bit older and is ready to transition to their nursery.
This also gives you the option for the cot to grow with your child, simply purchase the Shnuggle Cot Conversion Kit to transform the crib into a stylish cot, providing safe and comfortable sleeping space for your little one right up until 2 years old or when they reach a height of 89cm or start to attempt to climb out of the cot.
The stylish parents
When you’ve got your eye on the ultimate in stylish décor, including your baby’s cot, look no further. Our most stylish choice is the versatile Linea by Leander Cot
Choose your fabrics to match your nursery, and give your growing child plenty of opportunity for a stylish nursery by adding a Canopy rod that works on both sides of the cot for a personalised look. You can easily convert the Line Cot into a classy sofa that fits both a teenage room or a living room once they have reached their older years.
The Sleepi Mini is another stylish and versatile choice if you’d like a bassinet. Its unique shape is like a little nest to give your sleeping babe a peaceful sense of security. With adjustable height positions it can grow along with your child, and lockable wheels make it easy to move around your home. Plus with an extension, the mini will fit your little one into toddlerhood.
The style-conscious (on a budget)
Even when you’re on a budget, you can have a modern cot that not only looks stylish in any contemporary nursery but is adjustable as your baby grows – the Babyletto cots. This 3-in-1 cot has an adjustable base that will save your back from all that bending and lifting.
Not only that, but the modern spindle design grows with your baby to toddlerhood, and includes all the conversion accessories to accomplish that. The Gelato Cot boasts a two-tone colour combination that will bring out every parent’s designer flair. Great value!
The traveller family
Travel can be daunting with a young child – so much equipment to carry around with you, not least the unwieldy cot! Definitely not unwieldy is the Nuna Sena Travel Cot. Its zig-zag, one-hand fold design makes it easy to open and close for fast getaways. Travel with your newborn or toddler with a minimum of fuss, and a bonus: use it as a safe play space for your active child.
The right cot for your baby – and you
There’s a lot to think about when you’re deciding which cot or bassinet to buy for your new baby. Is money an issue? Will you be travelling with your infant? Would you love a bed that complements the beautiful nursery décor? Are wheels important for moving your baby’s bed from room to room?
Take the time to ask yourself what you really need for your baby, now and in the future. That way, you’ll have a better idea about which choice is right for you.
