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Newborn babies spend more than half their days sleeping so choosing the best cot mattress for your little one is crucial. Babies do most of their growing early in life, especially while they're sleeping. It stands to reason you want the very best cot mattress to make baby's sleep time comfy and cosy.

The right cot mattress should see your baby through from birth to the toddler years - right up until your precious little one is ready to move to a bigger bed. Our collection of cot bed mattresses are specially designed to meet the needs of babies and toddlers. Using the highest quality materials and advanced technology, this ensures your baby gets all the rest he or she needs to have the best possible start in life.

So what do you need to look for when choosing a cot mattress for your little one? The answer to a great night's sleep for your baby is a cot mattress from our range, which includes Silentnight's Safe Nights Collection.

Take advantage of our Free Next Day Delivery on all cot mattresses. Shop online or call us - and get the perfect cot mattress today. Because a peaceful night's sleep for your baby is a peaceful night's sleep for you.

What mattress is best for a cot bed?

The best mattress is a cot mattress, which is specifically designed for babies and toddlers. A cot bed mattress should be the correct size for your baby's cot bed so that it fits perfectly, with no gaps.

Your baby's mattress should be firm, flat and breathable. Ideally, it should include an easily-removable waterproof cover that can be machine washed to keep it extra clean and in good condition.

What size is a cot bed mattress?

Cot mattresses are typically available in two sizes. You can choose from:

Cot size - 2'4" x 4'7" (70cm x 140cm) - standard UK cot bed mattress size
Continental cot size - 2' x 4' (60cm x 120cm) - ideal for a continental cot bed

Will a cot bed mattress fit a toddler bed?

In general, it should fit a toddler bed. However, do check the toddler bed dimensions first, to confirm that a cot bed mattress size will fit.

What's the best type of mattress for a baby?

The best mattress for a baby is one that's firm and that fits the bed snugly. A baby cot bed mattress should also be breathable and hypoallergenic. You can choose from a variety of comfort and support materials, including baby-safe fibre, foam and pocket sprung options.