Cot Bedding...Don't forget this when buying a new cot bed for your little one!

Whether you’re excitedly awaiting a new arrival or making the switch from a cot to a cot bed, it’s so important to choose the right bedding for your little one. No matter how old your child is, a great night’s sleep will set them up for the day, helping them to learn and grow. Read on to discover the perfect bedding for your little one, from newborns to toddlers and beyond.

Cot Bedding: The Perfect Finishing Touch

Your baby is on the way and it’s time to put the finishing touches on their nursery with the perfect set of cot bedding. Picking out cot bedding can be such an enjoyable step in the final stages of the preparations. Your little one will be snuggling up into their new cot bedding before you know it. So, what cot bedding will your little one need? A newborn starting off with their first cot won’t need much cot bedding, just a fitted sheet and light cover or blanket as well as a mattress protector. Safe sleep guidelines mean your newborn shouldn’t sleep with any unnecessary items like cushions or toys in their cot, and cot bedding should be kept to a minimum. Picking out cosy throws and matching cushions comes later, once your little one is a little bit older and ready for a few extra layers of cot bedding. This doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of adorable options to choose from on our website though, choose from our carefully curated range of cot bedding including printed sheets and knitted blankets. As your little one gets bigger, they will start to outgrow their cot bedding and it will soon be time to upgrade their cot for a cot bed and purchase some new cot bedding!

Update Your Cot Bed Sheets

When the time comes for upgrading your little one’s cot for a cot bed, it’ll also be time to update your little one’s bedding with some new cot bed sheets. Cot bed sheets are just a little larger than cot sheets. It’s important that cot and cot bed sheets are well fitted, with no loose corners or fabric. Your little one will be ready for a cot bed around the age of 2. As you will know, children all progress differently, and some parents will find that their children are ready for this next phase sooner than others. Once your child is over 18 months of age you’ll be able to add in a few extras as well as their cot bed sheets. Add a lightweight pillow suitable for toddlers and upgrade their baby blankets for a cot bed duvet. You might want to match these items to the cute print on their cot bed sheets. You can also choose matching accessories elsewhere in their room to compliment the design of their cot bed sheets.

Cot Bed Bedding: The Right Materials

Last but not least, you’ll need to consider which cot bed bedding material you will choose. From organic cotton to muslin duvet cover sets, at Petite Amélie we only use premium quality cot bed bedding materials. Browse our range of printed designs to find the perfect set for your little one. Choosing premium quality cot bed bedding material will help ensure your little one gets a great night’s sleep. Just like us, the right mattress, duvet or pillow can make all the difference when it comes to getting some rest. Not only does choosing high quality cot bed bedding materials help your little one sleep soundly, it can also help reduce your environmental impact. By choosing sustainable materials from responsible sources you can help protect the environment for future generations. Additionally, your high quality bedding made from premium cot bed bedding materials will last your child for years to come, and once they’re done with it, it’ll be ready to pass on for another child to use. That’s if you can get them to part with their favourites, of course! Now your little one is getting older, they’ll love helping you pick out their new cot bed bedding for their room. View our range of cot bed bedding and find the perfect set for your little one. Choose Petite Amélie for high quality mix and match designs and cot bed bedding that will be enjoyed for years to come.

Premium Cotton Cot Bedding

We believe that cotton is the best choice for keeping your little one comfortable. While a majority of our bedding is made from the same material, we offer a range of different finishes for completing your look, such as:

Organic cotton
Muslin cotton
Crocheted cotton
Knitted cotton

1.What bedding do you need for a cot?

The most important thing you’ll need for your cot is fitted cot sheets. These fitted cot sheets should fit the mattress well, without any loose edges or baggy material. You’ll need both a regular sheet and a and a waterproof mattress protector as well as a few spares in case of any accidents. Along with a light coverlet or blanket, this is all you need for a newborn baby. Younger babies are not recommended to have a duvet or pillow until they are at least 1 year old.

2.Should babies have different bedding at different ages?

Once your baby is over the age of 12 months, you might want to consider adding a lightweight, cot-size duvet and toddler pillow. Using a standard size single bed size duvet will be too much for your little one at this age and may cause them to overheat. A standard single duvet is better suited to children over the age of 4, with many parents waiting until their child is around 6 before giving them a full size or heavier tog duvet. You will know when the time is right to upgrade your little one's bedding. Once you make the switch from a cot to a cot bed, you will of course need new sheets for a cot bed. As well as sheets for a cot bed, you will need a cot bed size mattress protector.

3.How do I know my cot is safe?

As a parent, it’s natural to worry about keeping your little one safe at night when you are asleep. Choosing babys cot bedding can sometimes feel like a big decision. Start by making sure you purchase babys cot bedding from a reputable supplier, and that all of the babys cot bedding you choose was manufactured in compliance with European regulations. It’s best to choose light and breathable materials for your babys cot bedding, such as organic cotton and premium cold foam. At Petite Amélie, we use a range of carefully selected materials to help ensure your little one gets the perfect sleep.

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