Setting up your baby’s cot bed is one of those early milestones that feels both exciting and a little overwhelming, especially when you know this one piece of furniture will see your child through years of naps, nights and everything in between.
Tutti Bambini cot beds are designed to grow from newborn to around six years old (and our mini cot beds comfortably up to four), understanding how to use your cot bed for each stage makes all the difference. In this guide, we’ll walk you through every step, from choosing the right mattress height in the early months to converting your cot into a toddler bed or even a cosy sofa bed later on, so you can create a sleep space that evolves as beautifully as your little one does.
Cot Bed from Birth to 2 Years
All Tutti Bambini cot beds are suitable from birth. The three mattress height positions allow you to adapt the base to your baby’s stages, keeping things comfortable and safe as they grow.
Position 1 is for newborns, with the base set at its highest level, your newborn stays comfortably within reach, giving you easier access for feeds and changes while maintaining a safe, supportive sleep space.
Position 2 lowers the mattress to keep your growing baby safe as they become more active, while still giving you comfortable access for settling and lifting them.
At the standing stage, Position 3 ensures your baby can move and cruise around safely, with the mattress lowered to reduce climbing risks and support their new mobility.
Toddler Bed 2 Years to 6 Years
As your little one grows past the toddler stage, your cot bed continues to support their changing needs. Our Modena and Rio designs offer sturdy construction, thoughtful detailing, and a familiar sleep space that evolves with your child, helping them feel secure through each new milestone.
The Modena cot bed features two protective teething rails to protect the edges from little bites during those curious early years. Three adjustable height positions and the use of non toxic finishes mean your baby sleeps in a space that's thoughtfully designed for their safety and wellbeing.
The Rio cot bed brings together practical design and everyday ease, giving you a calming and reliable space for your baby from the very beginning. Thoughtful details like three mattress positions, teething rails, and non-toxic finishes support safe, stress-free routines as your little one grows. Crafted from solid New Zealand pine, it feels reassuringly sturdy without losing its gentle, timeless look
Sofa Bed 6 Years and Above
And as their world expands, our cot beds evolve once more, becoming a comfortable sofa bed that continue to support family life for years to come.
The Malmo Cot Bed offers true 3 in 1 versatility, continuing all the way through to its sofa bed stage. Crafted from solid New Zealand pine, it’s built to a high standard for lasting reassurance. It also includes a cot top changer and a handy hanging rail, giving you extra storage right where you need it.
With the Alba, you’ll find the same long-lasting flexibility parents love. It includes multiple mattress base levels to suit each stage, then effortlessly converts into both a toddler bed and a cosy sofa bed as your child grows. Its smooth, rounded edges add a touch of style while supporting a safe and comfortable sleep space.
Mini Cot Beds
Families working with limited nursery space can opt for our mini cot beds, a smart space-saving alternative to the standard designs. Both the Essentials Alba Mini and Riley Mini Cot Beds include some of the same thoughtful features, simply in a narrower footprint that fits comfortably into smaller rooms. The Riley Mini also offers useful under-cot storage, giving you an easy place to keep everyday nursery essentials close to hand
Summary
From the newborn months to the big-kid years, a Tutti Bambini cot bed is designed to evolve gently and reliably with your child. With clear assembly instructions included, converting your cot into a toddler bed and later into a sofa bed feels simple and reassuring.
Whether you choose a standard or mini design, each cot bed offers long-lasting flexibility, thoughtful safety features, and a familiar sleep space that adapts to every stage. It’s a piece made to stay with your family for years, supporting naps, milestones and all the little moments in between. Browse our full range of cot beds below.
