The nursery is the first haven for your baby. Although design establishes the ambiance, the crib is the soul of the room. It is where your child will develop, dream, and sleep. At Waddle & Roo, we think your nursery should be as safe as it is beautiful.
How to Choose the Right Baby Cot for Your Nursery
Selecting baby cots for nursery is not merely a matter of aesthetics; it is also a question of durability.
You need to consider many things. When you are considering buying a cot, look for convertible options. A cot that converts into a toddler bed or a cosy sofa means that your purchase will last for years. Similarly, you also need to think about size. A standard cot will fit in most rooms, but if space is a problem, a “mini cot” may be a better choice. Make sure that it offers enough room around it to walk by.
Another thing to consider is whether the cot's height is adjustable. Waddle and Roo have designed baby cot with mattress, keeping this factor in mind. These are adjustable mattresses that can be raised for babies (making them easier on your back) and lowered as they begin to sit and stand.
The cot's design is another thing you should consider. Because it matters when it comes to your baby’s health and your sanity. At Waddle and Roo, we have a safe baby cot design that works across four critical pillars.
Safety Standards Every Baby Cot Must Meet
When it comes to babies, safety is not open to negotiation. While surfing, look for these "gold standards":
1. Physical Safety and Health
Designs dictates the distance between slats and the height of the rails. Waddle and Roo’s are designed to avoid baby entrapment hazards where baby’s head or limbs can be trapped.
2. The Teething Factor
These cots are also designed considering the teething factor. During this phase, many babies start nibbling the wood of the cot. Our wooden baby cot online are EN-71 certified, has non-toxic finish, and are made of steam beech wood.
This ensures that if baby bites the rails, they do not ingest harmful materials
3. Friendly Geometry
Waddle and Roo’s baby cots do not have any sharp or harmful edges. Instead, they have round or curvaceous geometry which is friendly for the babies.
Cot Mattress Guide: Size, Firmness, and Material
A cot is only as good as the mattress that goes inside it. The best baby cot for newborn should have some specific features in it.
Unlike adult mattresses, baby mattresses should be firm. A soft surface is a suffocation hazard. Apart from that, there should be no gap of more than two fingers between the mattress and the cot frame. You should also opt for breathable and hypoallergenic materials. Organic cotton covers and high-density foam or pocket springs are the best for supporting a growing spine.
Best Placement of Baby Cot in the Nursery for Safe Sleep
It is important to consider the location in order to have a peaceful night. A baby’s sleep is very important for their growth. Waddle and Roo have ensured to bring together new born sleep essentials to prolong that baby sleep.
Make sure that the cot is not placed near the windows. A small leak near a window or door can let in the cool breeze and make the baby sick. Cords (blinds/curtains) should be kept out of reach. Because they can get tangled in the baby’s crib. You should also opt for climate monitoring to ensure safe, healthy growth. Built-in sensors track temperature and humidity, alerting parents if the room becomes too hot or cold (the ideal sleep temperature is 20°C to 22°C).
Also, make sure that no wall decorations, shelves, or heavy frames are directly above the cot.
Cot Accessories Parents Truly Need (and What to Avoid)
When you are choosing the right cot for your baby, it is hard to know what they need and what they don’t, especially if you are first time parents. If you are also wondering how to choose baby cot. You just need to keep a few things in mind.
A few of these essentials will make sure that your baby’s cot maintains a cozy environment. Like waterproof breathable mattress protectors and 100% organic cotton fitted sheets. A good cot mobile, such as our handmade macramé designs, is also a great source of visual stimulation. That way, it would take care of both safety, comfort and baby’s all-round growth.
What you should avoid is “cot bumpers”, “thick quilts” and stuffed animals in the cot for the first 12 months. These may impede airflow. The sleep environment should be "bare is best."
Advantages of Wooden Baby Cots over Portable Cribs
As a new parent, it is hard to understand whether baby cots are right for your baby or cribs. Following are the cot vs crib difference that can help you make a wise decision for your growing baby.
A wooden cot provides better stability and ventilation. They are long-lasting, eco-friendly, and serve as a decorative piece of furniture that holds the entire room together.
On the other hand, a portable crib is great for traveling or for temporary use. Although very convenient, they do not provide the same solid skeletal support and beauty of a wood cot.
When should you use a cot and when should you use a crib?
A cot can be used from birth, but parents first prefer to use a bassinet and then transition to a cot. A cot can be used when the baby is around 4 to 6 months.
You can transition from a cot to a crib for around 18 months to 2 years when you think a baby has started rolling and needs more space.
The transition to a "big" bed may be a milestone for both of you! Take the help of the following steps to make the transition.
1. Begin with Naps: Place the baby in the crib for their daytime naps to help them become accustomed to the new sight.
2. Scent Association: Put the cot sheet inside the bassinet for a night so that it has a familiar scent before the move.
3. Keep the Routine: The bedtime story and song remain the same. The setting changes, but the routine remains the same.
