Babies Cot

We have spoken about the Nursery Room. Where to position babies cot, colours and light and heat. Now we would like to turn our attention to the cot its self. We would not recommend putting a pillow in babies cot until they are at least 1 year old. The obvious reason would be suffocation. Up until this age they are not capable of moving very well, and they can lay on their face and not be able to move the pillow out of the way.

Another reason is their spine should be kept on a level. Doctors do not advise any adult to be sleeping on more than 1 pillow all their lives. This is the best position for the back and the head.

If you are purchasing a quilt then you should buy a 10 – 12 tog rating for the cot. Anything less and baby will be too cold, higher and they can get too hot. It is a balancing act we are afraid.

You can always go with blankets. Some new parents still prefer to go this way. However, this will cause a lot more work, washing and expense, but it is a personal choice.

The next time we chat we would like to talk to you about Baby Clothes