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Practical, fact-checked answers on cots, cot beds and the mattresses that fit them. Get the answer first; when you do need to buy, the fitment search is one click away.
CotsCot Mattress Sizes UK: Every Standard Size ExplainedThe two UK standard sizes (120 x 60 cm cot, 140 x 70 cm cot bed), the odd sizes that catch parents out, and how to measure your cot properly.
MattressesFoam, Sprung or Natural: Which Cot Mattress Type Is Best?Safety is type-agnostic: firm, flat, waterproof and the right size. What foam, open coil, pocket sprung and natural fibre actually buy you, with honest UK prices.- CotsCot vs Cot Bed: Which Should You Buy?A cot bed is bigger, converts to a toddler bed and lasts to around four years. A cot is cheaper and fits smaller rooms. How to choose, honestly.
- MattressesWhen to Replace a Cot Mattress (The Honest Checklist)No official lifespan exists for cot mattresses. The real triggers: sagging, tears, water damage, a failed firmness test, or a new baby. The full checklist.
- CotsWhen to Move Your Baby From a Moses Basket to a CotMost babies outgrow a moses basket around three to four months, or as soon as they roll, push up or hit the weight limit. The signs, the safety rules and how to make the move easier.
- MattressesDo You Need a Cot Mattress Protector? (Yes, Here Is How to Pick One)The Lullaby Trust recommends a waterproof mattress protector. What makes a safe one (thin, fitted, washable), the padded ones to avoid, and the allergy nuance.