Cot Advice
The most exciting purchase you will make, after you have chosen the colour and style of your nursery is your crib, cot or cot bed. We have got a range of different shapes, different woods and finishes for every nursery. We've got loads of features that come as standard in our range and every one of our cots and cot beds have teething rails to protect little gums (and the cot as well).
Spot the difference!
Almost everybody you speak to calls nursery furniture something a little bit different. So, here's our straightforward no-nonsense guide to what's hot and what's not in the nursery.
Moses baskets
Yes, the name really does originate from Moses (as in the bulrushes!) We love that, it's so cute! Moses baskets are lightweight but sturdy and a great way to show off your new arrival.
- You can use this product right up until the baby becomes active.
- Our wicker baskets have removable covers.
- Our baskets have strong handles for carrying around too!
Cribs
These teeny weeny traditional cots are an old favourite here at Cosatto. There is something a little bit magical about a crib. Swinging or gliding cribs help soothe baby off to the land of nod. We have updated the range this season with two new cribs but just some basics before we get started.
- This product is suitable for babies until they become active. As soon as baby is able to sit, kneel or pull himself up, the crib should no longer be used.
- We have a selection of painted or natural cribs.
- All our cribs conform to BS EN 1130:1997
Co-ordinating furniture
- All our dressers and changing units conform to BS EN 122221-1:2000
- All our wardrobes conform to BS EN 1727:1998
Cots and cot beds
Cots are suitable for babies right from day one and we have extended the range this season to give you even more choice! There are a variety of features available and each of our cots have been designed with a slightly different twist. So, why a cot and not a cot bed? There's a lot to consider but here are just a few pointers:
Most of our cots have a rod-dropside and others have a "one hand" drop side feature. This is fabulous for new mums as it eliminates all that stretching and straining and you can hold baby with one hand as you drop the cot side with the other. Because of the design structure of the Scarborough cot bed, this does not have a dropside.
As standard, we have a three height position adjustable mattress base allowing your cot to adapt as baby grows and becomes a little more inquisitive. The first position sits about 45cm from the top of the cot, which is ideal for new babies. Then as baby becomes more active, the mattress can be repositioned lower down ensuring baby is safe for those adventurous moments.
Each of our cots comes with protective teething rails as standard. This coating is safe for baby's gums whilst ensuring the cot side stays bite free for when those first peggies arrive. Teething rails are made from pthalate free material which is kind to babies.
Cot beds are slightly larger cots and easily adapt into junior beds so baby's sleeping arrangements are taken care of from day one until baby is around six years old.
All our cots conform to BS EN 716:1996.