https://www.openlearning.com/u/boylevaughan-soabe3/blog/AreYouInSearchOfInspirationLookUpAmazonBedsideCot https://k12.instructure.com/eportfolios/901672/home/7-things-about-small-bedside-cot-youll-kick-yourself-for-not-knowing A Wooden Bedside Cot Offers Versatility and Safety A wooden bedside crib is a safe and comfortable way to bring your baby closer to you while they are sleeping. It is also versatile and easily converts into a bassinet or crib. Some cot beds can be converted and have adjustable mattress bases, as well as removable side rails. These options allow you to change your baby to the bed of a toddler as they grow older. Safety A good quality wooden bedside cot is secure and sturdy. It will meet European safety regulations and be free of hazards like drop-side mechanisms or soft toys. It is free of dangles or stickers that could cause harm or even catch babies. If you are using a cot that is used ensure that it is not coated with lead paint or has drop-side mechanisms. It should be clean and dry with a firm mattress that is breathable and fits snugly and has no gaps. It's also recommended to buy a new mattress for your cot, as older mattresses are more likely to be sagging or too thin, creating a choking risk. Avoid adding additional items such as pillows and duvets as they can increase the risk of suffocation. The Lullaby Trust recommends that you keep your cot free of any items that could hinder or disturb your baby's sleep, such as toys, dangly mobiles and crib bumpers. Convenience Some cots, such as the Leander Linea or Stokke Sleepi Mini are equipped with a height-adjustable mattress base that lets you bring your child close when it's time to go to bed. can lower the base as your child grows and is able to stand up to prepare your child for a bedtime routine that is completely independent. Other convertible cots such as the Comfy Cubs Wooden Bedside Bassinet sleeper are designed to convert from a crib to a bassinet, and then to a toddler's bed when