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There are a lot of things to think about when you're looking to buy a cot for your baby. With the right choice, you can ensure that your child is safe and comfortable throughout the first year of their life.

This high-quality cot from Silver Cross is our overall winner. We love its sleek aesthetic and ease of assembly. It has a mattress that can be adjusted to three different heights as your child grows.

1. Silver Cross Westport Cot bed

This grey wooden cot bed cot bed offers timeless design and solid structure that makes it a great choice for parents looking for furniture for their nursery. The cot bed has three levels that can be adjusted, so it can be adapted to grow with your child. It is suitable for children from to the age of four. It also comes equipped with teething rails that our test subjects found to be very useful in protecting the wood against the damage caused by teeth growing. There's also a useful built-in wardrobe that can be used to store clothes, nappies and blankets.

The Coxley's classic white finish, oak accents and chrome handles make it a stylish yet timeless piece that will work with any nursery decor. It's a large cot bed wooden bed larger than the majority, which can be converted into a toddler's bed. It has a separate dresser and changing unit as well. Victoria, mum of two boys, aged 3 and 8years old, says: "I love the clean lines of the Greenwich pieces. They are sturdy and secure for our little ones, and the matching dressing table is the perfect spot to store their clothes, diapers and bedding.

This classic all-white cot bed from Silver Cross has an easy-to-assemble design that is compatible with standard cot mattress sizes and features distinct cast pewter handles. It's built to last from birth and can be transformed into a toddler bed when the time is right. It is compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress for the most comfortable and secure sleep.

It comes in a variety of neutral shades and can easily be integrated into any nursery decor. This makes it a fantastic choice for both boys and girls. Our testers were impressed that the cot is very simple to clean, and that it's compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress, that is perfectly fitted to ensure there are no gaps between the sides.

2. Stokke Cot Bed

The Sleepi, designed by the Scandinavian brand Stokke is a nursery item that will grow with your baby. From the age of birth to five years old, it expands and adapts to the changing requirements of your child. At first, it's a bassinette which can be converted to an bed with side rails and then be a junior bed (that's the model Charlie tested with Seb).

The crib is made of wooden bars that are separated to allow air circulation when your baby is sleeping. This creates a peaceful sleeping space and ensures that your little one has a healthy slumber. Parents appreciate that the curved corners prevent sharp edges, which helps babies feel safe and secure. The slatted design enables parents to keep an eye on the baby from every angle providing them with peace of mind and confidence in their parenting skills.

You can convert the cot bed dark wood into a bed for toddlers by taking off the sides. We did this with our son. This is an excellent way to avoid purchasing a new mattress, and also save space in the room to accommodate other furniture.

The cot bed has a sturdy, durable beechwood finish, which is non-toxic. This means it is safe for both your baby and you. It is a beautiful neutral color scheme that will look great in any room, as as being easy to clean. This cot isn't cheap, but its quality and practicality mean it will last you for many years and even be used by your next child when you take care of it.

3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

The Snowdon is a classic styled sleigh cot bed that has open sliding sides and teething rails to protect your baby from the curious little hands and mouths. It's easy to put together and is a great choice for those looking for an elegant, traditional design that blends seamlessly into the rest of your nursery. Vicky who was our tester found that the curved design was better suited to smaller rooms than the other sleigh beds we tried. The three different height positions are ideal for newborns through to toddlers. The large drawer beneath the bed provides plenty of storage space and comes with a smooth sliding pull-out mechanism.

When your baby is old enough to a junior bed, it is easy to convert by taking the side rails off and lowering the cot's two ends. You can also add a matching junior bed wardrobe for a stylish finish and to provide your child with plenty of storage space. It comes with a Finest mattress of 140x70cm that is 100% breathable and designed to perfectly fit.

This gorgeous cot-bed is a fantastic investment that will last from the beginning of their life to early toddler years. It's a higher-priced alternative to other cot beds we've tested, however Annie our test subject believes it's worth the cost because it can be used in the future. It's a stylish, sleek design, with features such as teething rails, as well as a useful under-drawer and its solid wood and white cot bed construction is impressively robust. It's a bit on the heavy side though, so bear this in mind when moving it around after installation.

4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This Sleigh cot is a standout piece of the Obaby furniture Stamford range. It features a stunningly designed curved edge that has been sculpted by hand. It's available in a variety of finishes that will suit any nursery, and it is compatible with the rest of the Stamford furniture. It's also very adaptable, and it can be converted from a cot to a toddler bed by removing both sides. Then, it can be transformed into a daybed or sofa as your baby gets older. It has a huge storage area under, teething bars and three levels of height.

Beckie, who is a parent tester, believes that this is an outstandingly designed cot with the ability to grow with your child. The sleigh-style style makes it a stunning centerpiece for any nursery, and its tough acacia hardwood construction is excellent quality. The slatted style is an excellent choice for smaller rooms since the gaps between the slats in this model are smaller.

It's not the least expensive model on our list, but parents and test subjects felt it was worth the money. It's designed to last and can be transformed into an infant bed by removing the rails on both sides and turning into an occasional sofa or day bed as your child grows out of it around age four. With many options, such as the underdrawer and rails for teething it's an investment that will continue to grow with your child's development for decades to come.

The sleigh cot bed is able to be used with any cot mattress that is standard. It is also available with the Stamford mattress for cots with a dual sleeping surface. The fabric is extremely soft and breathable Tencel that helps your child stay cool and comfortable. The other side is made of polyurethane, which provides extra strength and resiliency. Both fabrics are safe and hypoallergenic.

5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed

If you're looking for a chic cot bed that will grow with your child The Mamas & Papas Franklin is the ideal choice. It is suitable for babies up to 4 years old and can be turned into a cool day bed or a toddler bed. The base can be adjusted to two different heights, making it easier for you to reach your baby. You can also add an under-bed drawer to provide additional storage. It also passes the trampoline test', meaning it's safe to use by older kids.

Our testers were impressed with the ease of put together this cot. Our deputy editor commented that it was "a doddle". It's also one of the lightest flatpack cots available, making it easier to shift around the nursery. It's also packed in a sleek box that's super recyclable when your child outgrows it.

The cot is equipped with an insulated mattress, which our testers found to be a fantastic feature as it helps to keep your baby at a healthy temperature for a longer period of time. It's also a spacious cot, with enough room for bedding and toys. Our test moms also loved the fact that the cot comes with teething rails for added comfort.

Combine this cot with a matching Franklin Dresser or the Franklin Wardrobe. (Available separately) To create a complete nursery you can purchase the Franklin Wardrobe and Franklin Dresser separately. This innovative 2-in-1 range will last through the first years of your life by combining stylish design with smart storage solutions. It features a convertible cot/daybed that can be used as a bed for a toddler, a dresser and a large closet with a deep drawer. This is a great choice for those with smaller bedrooms, sloped roofs or who want to make space.