Should you get a cot with drop-side or no drop-side? Or, what is a drop-side?! If you are in the market for a baby cot (also called crib in some countries), there is the obvious choice of design, colour and size. However, in Australia you have the choice of whether you want a cot with a drop side. A drop side is where one side of the cot can be placed down so it gives you better access to baby. The drop-side is really good for shorter parents or even taller parents when they need to access the baby in the lower mattress position.
Not all cots have drop-sides. Some brands do not have any models with drop-sides. Drop side cots are not permitted in the US, but are sold and safely regulated in most countries. The Australian Standard (AS/NZS 2172:2010) for cots is a strict standard for creating safer cots for our children. The Australian Standard has comprehensive regulations to ensure a safe drop side cot with some really serious drop testing of cots to ensure they withstand the most robust of toddlers.
There are less cots with drop sides now on the market. It's much easier and cheaper to make a cot with fixed sides. It's also easier to just ship the same cot to all countries including the US without any changes. There are still a good range of models with drop sides to suit every taste and budget.
Boori Casa Cot - Classic Tradtional
This cot has the traditional design with the arch ends. The drop side can be moved with one hand. It had 2 mattress base heights like most cots. It's made from solid wood and with very good quality workmanship. The panels are medium thickness so it has a nice solid feel. This could is available in White, Almond and Coffee.
Grotime Pearl Cot - Simple Traditional
The Grotime Pearl cot is a simple traditional cot. This cots has one hand drop side with 2 level mattress base. This cot has the teether strip on the side panels for baby that are teething and bite on the cot.
Babyhood Riya Cot - Modern Design
The Babyhood Riya cot is modern design. It's very rare to see a modern design with drop side. The Riya cot is a one hand drop side and comes with a toddler bed conversion kit.
Babyhood Mini Ergonomic Cot - Bad Back or Childcare Centres
The Babyhood Mini Ergonomic Cot are ideal for childcare centres or parents with bad backs. It's design with higher legs and also drop side for very easy access. The drop side requires 2 hand to activate and comes with one mattress level and wheels for easy movement between rooms.
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