Secure Fit for Peace of Mind
The elasticated edging ensures each sheet stays firmly in place throughout the night, even with active sleepers. This secure fit also makes changing sheets quick and fuss free, so you can refresh the bed in moments.
A secure hold prevents bunching under the baby's shoulders or hips. When choosing a cot bed bottom sheet, check the mattress label first so the size matches perfectly. Babies sleep more soundly on a flat, even surface, and a snug sheet also helps parents make the bed quickly during late night changes.
If you like having coordinated bedding, cotton pieces from our muslins, blankets and sleeping bags range can be matched as needed. These essentials help keep the routine calm, especially during the first months.
Durable for Everyday Use
Our cotton sheets are designed to handle frequent washing while maintaining their softness and shape. They are a long lasting choice that can be enjoyed nap after nap, night after night.
Frequent washing is part of family life, so strong cotton sheets help reduce stress on busy days. Wash and dry cycles keep the fibres smooth, and the elastic remains firm even after repeated use. When choosing babys cot bedding, durability matters because these smaller fabrics often receive more use than larger pieces in older children's rooms.
Cotton also ages well, which helps your cot bedding sets stay useful as you rotate them through the week.
Complete the Sleep Setup
For an added layer of protection, pair your fitted sheet with a Boori mattress protector to safeguard against spills and keep the mattress fresh. Together, they create the perfect sleep foundation for your little one.
For homes preparing both a cot and cot bed, it is helpful to choose cot bed bedding that matches the overall colour scheme of the nursery. Keeping the fitted sheet neutral allows blankets and soft toys to add gentle personality without feeling cluttered. The mattress protector remains hidden but essential, keeping the sleep surface dry and extending the lifetime of the mattress underneath.
The full range of protectors and bedding pieces can be explored through our mattress and bedding collection, making it easier to build a complete setup from home.
Find The Right Size
Select a cot bed bottom sheet that matches the exact length, width, and depth of your mattress, ensuring the corners stay in place during busy nights. If you are transitioning from a cot to a cot bed, choose fitted cot bed sheets that match the new size, ensuring a smooth surface with no loose fabric.
Choosing the correct size helps every layer of your cot bedding sit flat. This is especially important during the early months when babies settle best on a stable, crease free surface. Checking the depth of the mattress is just as important as the length and width, because deep corners help prevent the fitted sheet from slipping.
Homes planning long term nursery layouts often buy two sizes at once, keeping one set for the cot and one set ready for the cot bed stage. This makes the transition smoother and avoids last minute shopping.
Soft Cotton You Can Wash
Boori basics are made from cotton, so babys cot bedding feels soft to touch and simple to care for in family homes. Gentle fibres help the sleep surface feel breathable, and choosing cotton cot bedding makes weekly care easy in warm and cool seasons.
Cotton fits naturally into a daily laundry routine. It dries evenly, folds neatly, and stays soft without heavy ironing. For families who rotate two or three cot bed sheets, this ease of care helps maintain a calm weekly rhythm. A clean surface also supports healthy sleep by keeping the bed fresh after spills or teething dribble.
Place The Sheet Flat And Tight
Place the fitted sheet flat and tight so cot bed bedding does not crease under the small shoulders and hips. Families using bedside style cribs should choose the fitted size for their model so the side cot bedding stays close to the mattress with no extra folds.
When families share care between rooms, matching sets help keep things consistent. A fitted sheet placed tightly every evening becomes part of the normal bedtime sequence, helping your baby relax faster and settle more easily. Families who use a cot with bedding in a smaller space often appreciate this predictability.
Easy Care Every Week
Keep one set on the mattress and one set clean and folded, so a night swap for the cot with bedding takes only a minute. Add a breathable protector under the fitted sheet, and your cot bedding stays fresh after small spills and late feeds.
This simple rotation helps parents focus less on washing and more on bedtime itself. Cotton dries quickly and resists holding odours, making it ideal for year round use. Homes that manage frequent changes appreciate sheets that stay soft and smooth after repeated laundry cycles.
How Many Sets Do You Need
Most homes like two or three fitted pieces, so cot bedding sets rotate smoothly between laundry and bedtime. If you share care between rooms or carers, keep a spare pair ready so your cot bedding plan stays calm on busy days.
Families with twins or siblings close in age often keep an extra set of bedding sets cot in the drawer. Having more than one pair reduces last minute pressure during busy evenings and helps maintain a steady routine through the week.
Organise The Nursery
Use simple labels so the drawer for bedding sets cot always holds the next clean set in the right size. If you want tidy baskets for sheets and protectors, browse easy options in Nursery Storage and keep a small caddy near the cot for quick reach at night.
A well organised drawer helps you find the next set without searching during sleepy hours. Storing folded sheets with the corners tucked under reduces wrinkles and helps them sit flat on the mattress.
Change Time Made Simple
Set up a safe, steady surface and keep wipes and creams within reach so sheet swaps fit neatly into your cot bedding routine. When you need a compact station in the same room, see helpful solutions in Baby Changing and keep everything close without clutter.
Placing the sheet flat and tight becomes second nature. A clean, fitted layer helps create a calm environment during night feeds or early morning settling.
Cot Bedding Essentials
There are so many different cot bedding products out there that it can sometimes feel alarming. But it's best to simplify and break down cot bedding to the essentials:
- You should start off with a firm mattress that fits the cot with minimal to no gapping around the sides
- Since a mattress is no small investment, it's always a good idea to invest in a cot bed protector, so that any leaks or spills don't stain the mattress.
- A fitted cot bed bottom sheet finishes the mattress base. When adding a fitted sheet, ensure that it snugly fits around the mattress with no loose material. If there is any excess material, make sure to tug it down and tuck it under the mattress.
- There are different options for what to use to cover the baby. A practical choice is a baby sleeping bag, also known as a sleep sack. When choosing a sleeping bag, make sure to select the correct size and TOG rating.
- Another option to cover the baby is a light blanket. This should be tucked under the mattress with the top of the blanket reaching the baby's shoulders. If you do want to use this method, make sure the baby is positioned with their feet at one end of the cot, so that they cannot wriggle downwards and accidentally get their face under the cover.
Materials You Can Trust
When selecting cot bedding, it's important to choose materials that are breathable and washable. Breathability is a no-brainer, as it reduces the risk of suffocation and allows for better airflow in the sleep space. With the amount of dribble and potential leaks from the baby, being washable is a very practical and critical feature to have in bedding. Ensure you check the washing instructions on the fabric label and opt for cot bedding that is machine washable. Cotton cot bed sheets and cot mattress protectors with a cotton cover are a good option.
A Calm Look That Still Feels Personal
Neutral sheets keep the room light and easy to match with rugs and soft toys, while your cot bedding quietly provides a comfortable feel. If you like a colour accent, pick one soft tone and repeat it in a blanket and wall print so the fitted sheet remains the stable base for cot bedding.
Simple Steps For A Great Fit
A close fit keeps the mattress safe and the surface smooth, and these small actions help every set of cot bedding feel just right.
- Measure Once: Use the mattress label for the exact size so the next cot bed bottom sheet fits without guesswork.
- Corner Check: Pull each corner deep under the mattress so fitted cot bed sheets stay flat after wriggles.
- Smooth Surface: Run a hand across the middle so cot bedding feels tight with no ridges before you settle your baby.
- Protect First: Place a light protector over the cot bedding to keep it fresh if spills occur during the night.
- Spare Set Ready: Keep the next clean pair in a bedside basket so cot bedding changes stay fast and calm.
Washing And Rotation Plan
Clean, simple care keeps the nursery steady, and a short plan protects fabric and saves time during the week of cot bedding.
- Before First Use: Wash the cot bedding once to ensure it feels soft and sits flat on the mattress from the start.
- Two-Set Rule: Keep one set on and one set folded so cot bedding swaps take moments after small spills.
- Gentle Cycle: Choose a mild wash so that fibres stay smooth and your cot bedding retains its shape over many cleanings.
- Dry Thoroughly: Air or tumble on low so the cot bedding is completely dry before making the bed again.
- Store Clean: Fold in a dry drawer so the next cot bedding set is fresh and ready at bedtime.
Delivery, Support, And Care Notes
Delivery is made to your front door, with typical processing of 1 to 3 business days before dispatch. Delivery usually takes 7 to 10 business days after the order leaves the warehouse for any cot bedding order.
See In Person Or Plan From Home
If you're looking to purchase cot bedding near me, check out the Boori bedding range for important cot bedding basics like the mattress protector, fitted sheets and sleeping bags.
Keep The Room Practical
Leave space on one side of the cot so you can make the bed without strain, and this small gap helps your cot bedding sit smoothly and tightly. Keep cords, toys, Highchairs, and loose blankets away from the sleep surface so the fitted layer of cot bedding stays the only fabric under your baby.