How to Choose Your First Baby Bed

The arrival of a baby is an exciting time filled with important decisions, including choosing a bed. Sleep is fundamental to your child's development, and a good bed can greatly contribute to their well-being. In this article, the experienced Les Petits team offers you a guide to help you choose the best bed for your baby by taking into account all the important features and valuable advice that we can offer them. In this article, we will reveal the best solutions and tips adapted to your needs by presenting our wide range of products available at Les Petits.

 

The first step in choosing the best baby bed is to define the type of bed suitable for him and his needs, but also the needs of the parents. In addition, it is important to take into account the space dedicated to your baby and adapt the bed according to the space where he will want to sleep, namely a child's bedroom, or, near the parents in the bedroom. family. The choice of bed for your baby depends on his age, but also on his evolving needs in terms of comfort and safety. Les Petits therefore offers baby beds adapted to the baby's different age cycles and supports them throughout their growth to ensure optimal comfort and safety.

 

For this, Les Petits provides you with a range of different types of beds to help you better understand their specific features.

From birth until approximately 3 months, the bassinet proves to be the optimal initial choice. Its lightness and welcoming cocoon offer a comforting atmosphere, similar to that felt in the maternal womb, thus promoting peaceful sleep for the newborn. Lightweight and easily transportable, it offers a reassuring and cozy environment. It also offers better proximity by allowing you to keep your baby close to you in the parental bedroom. However, its use is limited in time because it quickly becomes too small as your baby grows.

From 3 to 6 months, the cradle takes over by offering a little more space while remaining compact and easily mobile thanks to its wheels, which is practical for parents. During this phase, the baby begins to explore his environment and requires a more open space for his movements. Often equipped with casters and sometimes rocking mechanisms to soothe your baby, it generally offers a feeling of protection in a small space. However, this type of bed remains suitable for birth and therefore requires changing it quickly when the baby grows.

The little ones therefore recommend a selection of bassinets and cradles from the Charlie Crane brand. Transportable and available in a wide range of colors and patterns, the KUKO bassinet will offer all the comfort your baby will need for his sleep, as for the KUMI CRADLE cradles , its elegant and refined design will enhance your baby's room.

Co-sleeping bed: Proximity and security for peaceful nights with baby

Kodo Cododo Structure In Beech

The co-sleeping bed keeps your baby close, making nighttime feedings easier and strengthening the parent-child bond while ensuring the baby's safety. Designed to be attached to the parental bed, this type of bed allows for increased monitoring at all times while ensuring a feeling of security for parents and child. The co-sleeping bed then becomes a popular alternative from birth to 6 months.

For this, you can find on the website, our Kodo cododo bed from the Charlie Crane brand, made with high quality materials, this bed offers a solid structure while being comfortable for baby.

Scalable Beds: The Versatile Solution to Support Baby’s Growth

Scalable Baby Bed, Classic, Cerusé

For children aged 6 months to approximately 3 years, the evolving bed offers a versatile solution by adapting to the child's growth. From a baby bed to a junior bed, it harmoniously supports the child's development without requiring the purchase of new furniture. However, its initial cost may be higher than other options, and its assembly may be complex. The extendable bed is a long-term investment that grows with your child, offering excellent value for money over time.

This type of bed adapts perfectly to your child's growth and can accompany them over the years. Convertible beds go from a baby bed to a junior bed up to 140cm. We then offer you the Classic convertible bed, Céruse from the Leander brand. This convertible baby bed, designed with quality materials, offers the practicality and safety that your baby needs. Thanks to its bars and modular extensions, this bed offers safety and comfort for the child's growth. In addition, the design and practicality of the Sparrow convertible bed from the Œuf NYC brand will allow your child to flourish over the years.

Wooden Beds: Elegance and Durability for the Baby’s Room

Harlequin Convertible Baby Bed 60x120 Cm - Sand

Finally, wooden beds offer sturdiness and durability, and can be used from birth up to 4-6 years, depending on the child's needs. Wooden baby beds are generally designed in different sizes ranging from 120 to 140 cm. Durable over time, wooden beds offer unparalleled design and quality and are suitable for all ages from birth.

Finally, for children aged 3 to 6 and beyond, the classic wooden bed offers exceptional strength and durability, while integrating perfectly into the decoration of the room. At each stage, the choice of bed evolves to meet the child's specific needs, ensuring a safe and comfortable sleeping environment. However, it may be less versatile than other options in terms of adjusting to the child's growth.

 

Choosing the Right Baby Bed for Your Space: Practical solutions and advice

Baby Bed - Cream

When it comes to organizing space in a baby's room, it is essential to choose beds that offer both comfort and practicality, while optimizing the use of the available space. Among the best choices of beds for this configuration, the convertible bed stands out for its versatility and its adaptation to the child's growth. In fact, this type of bed can be adjusted to support the child's development, going from a baby bed to a junior bed without requiring the purchase of new furniture.

Additionally, some extendable bed models come with built-in storage drawers under the bed, providing additional space for storing clothes, toys or other baby essentials. This feature helps optimize the use of space in the baby's room while keeping baby's belongings well organized and easily accessible. By combining a convertible bed with integrated storage solutions, parents can create a comfortable and functional environment for their baby, while maximizing the space available in the room. Furthermore, other bed choices may be optimal depending on the configuration of your baby's room.

 The bassinet, with its compactness and portability, is ideal for small bedrooms, although it may require additional storage solutions nearby. The crib, offering a balance between mobility and space, can be an attractive option with models equipped with built-in storage drawers under the bed. The co-sleeping bed, promoting closeness with parents, is perfect for tight spaces, especially if it has storage compartments for baby's essential belongings.

The extendable bed, for its part, combines versatility and functionality with its adjustment and integrated storage options, making it a wise choice for maximizing the use of space. Finally, the classic wooden bed brings a touch of warmth to the baby's room, although it may require external storage solutions to organize baby's belongings effectively.

Each type of bed therefore offers its own advantages in terms of space planning and storage, allowing parents to create a comfortable and functional environment for their little one.

 

The Best Brands of Baby Cribs: Quality and Style for Baby’s Sleep 

 

Linea Baby Bed Without Mattress, Beech

            When looking for the perfect bed for their baby, parents can turn to a variety of brands that offer a variety of options to suit different needs and styles. BERMBACH HANDCRAFTED stands out for its artisanal approach, offering wooden beds that are handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail. Their style is characterized by clean lines and impeccable finishes, creating timeless pieces that blend seamlessly into any decor.

CAM CAM , with its Scandinavian design, brings a touch of softness and simplicity to the baby's room. Their beds are characterized by organic shapes, soft colors and natural materials, creating a soothing and warm atmosphere conducive to baby's sleep.

CHARLIE CRANE stands out for its modern and innovative aesthetic, offering baby beds with a clean and functional design. Their style is characterized by geometric lines and high-quality materials, creating contemporary pieces that add a touch of sophistication to the baby's room.

FLEXA offers a versatile approach to design, offering a diverse range of convertible beds adapted to the changing needs of the child. Their style is characterized by simple lines and modular configurations, allowing parents to customize the bedroom space according to their child's specific needs.

LEANDER , with its elegant Danish design, offers co-sleeping beds with a clean and minimalist style. Their beds are characterized by organic shapes and natural materials, creating a serene and safe atmosphere in the baby's room.

MATHY BY BOLS stands out for its artistic and playful approach, offering original and creative baby beds. Their style is characterized by whimsical shapes and bright colors, creating unique pieces that stimulate baby's imagination.

Oeuf NYC , with its commitment to sustainability and safety, offers eco-friendly and stylish baby cribs. Their style is characterized by clean lines and durable finishes, creating timeless pieces that can be passed down from generation to generation.

Finally, QUAX offers a diverse range of high-quality baby beds, with classic and timeless designs that fit easily into any decor. Their style is characterized by simple lines and durable materials, creating functional and aesthetic pieces for the baby's room.

 

In conclusion, choosing the ideal bed for your child is an important decision for young parents. With so many options available on the market, it is essential to consider not only the style and quality of the bed, but also the specific needs of your family and your baby. By exploring different brands and types of beds, parents can find the one that best fits their preferences and lifestyle.