Bed Guide - Which Bed Should You Choose?

Are you unsure which bed is best suited to your child’s age and development? The table below provides a quick overview of the differences between a bedside crib, cot and junior bed, making it easier for you to choose the solution that best suits your family.

	Bedside crib	Cot	Junior bed
Recommended age	0–6 months (approx.)	0–2 years (approx.)	From approx. 3 years
Placement	Next to the parents’ bed	In the nursery or child’s room	In the child’s room
Benefits	Close contact for breastfeeding and comforting at night	A safe and secure sleeping space with high sides	Gives the child more freedom and independence
Safety	Attaches to the adult bed and gives the baby their own sleeping space	An adjustable mattress base and high cot sides help protect the child	A low entry height makes it easy for the child to get in and out independently
When should you switch?	When the baby becomes more mobile or can sit up	When the child is around 2–3 years old or tries to climb out	When the child grows older and needs a regular child’s bed
Can the bed grow with the child?	Some models can be used as a small cot for a period of time	Several models can be converted into a junior bed, such as Sebra Sengen – Baby & Jr. and Oliver Furniture Wood Mini+	Many junior beds can later be extended into a larger child’s bed or full adult size
Suitable for	Newborns and the first few months	Babies and toddlers	Children from approx. 3 years and up

 

Your child’s entire sleep journey in one place

Your child’s needs change as they grow. That’s why we’ve made it easy to find the bed that suits the particular stage your child is in.