https://articlescad.com/15-top-pinterest-boards-of-all-time-about-cot-bed-303977.html https://output.jsbin.com/mumuzopehe/ https://mejer-bay-2.blogbright.net/14-common-misconceptions-concerning-infant-cot-bed How to Choose the Best Cot For Newborns The cot is the baby's bed until he or is four years old. You want it to be sturdy, comfortable and secure. Make sure it is gaps-free mattresses because gaps can be an suffocation hazard for infants. Also look for a cot that can be converted into an infant bed. Single Cot The OEX Ultralite folding cot is one of the lightest options on market. weighs 2.68kg and is almost a quarter of the price of the Helinox version I tried. It's also much easier to set up - the two main poles connect like unusually bulky tent poles complete with shock cords to keep them arranged and slide into sleeves that fit on their legs. All you have to do is to place your feet in them to set up the sleeping area. The only downside is that it's a little tricky to dismantle it - you have to be extremely strong to pull out the legs and then it can take some effort to dismantle the frame. But that's a minor complaint and it's the most lightweight cot I've tried. If you're looking for something that's stronger and long-lasting, take an examination of the various models of cot beds available on the market. They're generally suitable from birth to around 2 years old, which means you'll have to buy one bed for your child at some point if you decide to go with this option. Some children are content to stay in a cot longer than this, though the majority of them are eager to move on to their first single bed which can be presented as a "prize' for being a big brother or sister! The Cot One provides a comfortable sleeping environment for infants and young children on any surface, even hard surfaces. It's also simple to set up, without small pieces that could be lost, and it feels safe enough to keep a toddler in place without having any wobbly bits to worry about