Cot Mattresses

A good cot mattress sits at the heart of your baby's sleep environment. It provides the firm, supportive surface babies need for healthy development, providing comfort throughout countless hours of rest. With babies spending so much time in their cots, selecting the right mattress is one of the more important nursery decisions you'll make.

Types of Baby Cot Mattress Available

Cot mattresses come in several core types to suit different preferences and budgets. Foam mattresses offer lightweight, affordable options that provide firm support when made from quality materials. These typically feature breathable covers and work well for standard cots.

Spring mattresses contain internal coil systems that provide robust support and excellent durability. These tend to be heavier than foam options but often last longer, making them a good choice for families planning to use the mattress through multiple children. The spring construction also promotes airflow, helping to regulate temperature throughout the night.

Travel cot mattresses are thinner and more portable, designed specifically for travel cots where space and weight matter. Cot bed mattresses offer larger dimensions suited to convertible cot beds that transform into toddler beds, providing extended use as your child grows.

Cot Mattress Firmness and Safe Sleep

Babies require firm mattress surfaces that support their developing spines and allow them to sleep safely on their backs. Press the mattress centre firmly, it should feel solid and spring back quickly rather than leaving deep indentations.

The mattress must fit snugly within the cot with no gaps around the edges where babies could become trapped. Measure your cot's internal dimensions carefully and choose a mattress specifically designed for those measurements. Standard cot mattresses typically measure around 120cm by 60cm, and moses basket and crib mattresses require different dimensions.

Cot Mattress Materials and Breathability

Modern cot mattresses feature various materials designed to promote airflow and regulate temperature. Breathable covers allow air circulation whilst protecting the mattress core. Hypoallergenic materials reduce potential irritants, which is worth considering for babies with sensitive skin.

Waterproof or water-resistant surfaces protect mattresses from inevitable accidents whilst remaining breathable. Removable, washable covers simplify maintenance, allowing you to keep the sleeping surface fresh throughout extended use.

We stock qualitymattresses including options from The Little Green Sheep and Kiddies Kingdom Mattresses. Browse alongside our cots and cot beds to put together a complete sleeping setup.