Explore cradles in different designs and materials

Create security and calm around your child’s sleep with the right cradle
Family with children
Family with children
6 min
Cradles provide security and comfort for both baby and parents. Get an overview of different designs, materials and features so you can find the cradle that best suits your home and everyday life.
James Collins
James
Collins

Explore cradles in different designs and materials

Create security and calm around your child’s sleep with the right cradle
Family with children
Family with children
6 min
Cradles provide security and comfort for both baby and parents. Get an overview of different designs, materials and features so you can find the cradle that best suits your home and everyday life.
James Collins
James
Collins

A bedside cradle can be a great help in the first months of a baby's life, when sleep and closeness play a central role. With a cradle that can be moved gently, the baby gets a calm transition between sleep and wakefulness, and the parents have the opportunity to keep the baby close at night. There are many different types of bedside cradles – from classic wooden cradles to modern models in lightweight materials with adjustable features.

In this article, you get an overview of different designs and materials, so you can get an impression of the many options available when choosing a bedside cradle for your child.

The article presents a selection of bedside cradles in different styles, price ranges and materials. The purpose is to provide an informative overview of the many solutions available on the market, so you can more easily assess which type best suits your family's needs. The information about the products is based on descriptions from manufacturers and retailers and is summarised to provide a clear and neutral overview.

1
Grows with the child
Sleepi V3 Bed - natural
A flexible and space-saving children's bed in solid European beech wood that can be adapted to the child's development from newborn to around five years old.
Why it was chosen: Sleepi V3 was selected as an example of an adjustable cot bed with a focus on safety, quality, and long usability. It represents a Scandinavian design that combines functionality and aesthetics in the children's room.

The Sleepi V3 Bed in natural beech is designed to follow the child's development through the first years of life. The oval shape and soft lines create a safe atmosphere, while the construction in solid European beech wood provides stability and durability.

The bed can be adjusted in both height and length to suit the child's needs as they grow. The mattress base can be set at four levels, making it easier to adapt the bed to different ages and stages of development.

The wheels make it possible to move the bed and create a gentle rocking motion, but they can be locked for stability. As the child gets older, one side can be removed so the child can climb in and out of the bed independently.

The design has been developed with a focus on safety, air circulation, and functionality. The perforated mattress base ensures ventilation, and the curved edges eliminate sharp corners. Sleepi V3 is not compatible with older versions of Stokke Sleepi accessories made before September 2022.

  • Adjustable construction: Can be adapted to the child's growth from newborn to approx. 5 years.
  • Solid beech wood: Made from European beech with environmentally friendly lacquer.
  • Four mattress levels: Provides flexibility and safety in line with the child's development.
  • Oval shape: Creates a safe and harmonious sleeping space.
  • Lockable wheels: Make it possible to move the bed and create gentle movement as needed.

Pros and cons

  • Long period of use from infant to approx. 5 years
  • Stable construction in solid beech wood
  • Adjustable height and removable side for older children
  • Ventilated mattress base for better air circulation
  • Timeless Scandinavian design
  • Not compatible with Sleepi accessories made before September 2022
  • Sold out online at the time of data collection

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Long period of use from infant to approx. 5 years
  • Stable construction in solid beech wood
  • Adjustable height and removable side for older children
  • Ventilated mattress base for better air circulation
  • Timeless Scandinavian design

Cons

  • Not compatible with Sleepi accessories made before September 2022
  • Sold out online at the time of data collection

Pros

  • Long period of use from infant to approx. 5 years
  • Stable construction in solid beech wood
  • Adjustable height and removable side for older children
  • Ventilated mattress base for better air circulation
  • Timeless Scandinavian design

Cons

  • Not compatible with Sleepi accessories made before September 2022
  • Sold out online at the time of data collection
Pros: The bed has a long period of use from infant to around five years, is made of stable solid beech wood, has adjustable height and a removable side for older children, a ventilated mattress base for better air circulation, and a timeless Scandinavian design.
Cons: It is not compatible with Sleepi accessories made before September 2022 and was sold out online at the time of data collection.
Pros: The bed has a long period of use from infant to around five years, is made of stable solid beech wood, has adjustable height and a removable side for older children, a ventilated mattress base for better air circulation, and a timeless Scandinavian design.
Cons: It is not compatible with Sleepi accessories made before September 2022 and was sold out online at the time of data collection.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Stokke
  • Model: Sleepi V3
  • Colour: Natural
  • Material: Solid beech wood, beech laminate and beech veneer
  • Mattress levels: 4
  • Size: 141 × 74 × 78 cm
  • Weight: 22.16 kg
  • Age range: 0–60 months
  • Maximum load: 120 kg
  • Designers: Susanne Grønlund and Claus Hviid Knudsen (1999)
  • Item number: 354266
2
Adjustable comfort cradle
Boxspring bedside crib - beige
A robust and height-adjustable bedside crib made of solid beech wood, designed to fit high and frameless box mattresses. It can be attached without tools and allows for close contact between baby and parents.
Why it was chosen: The Boxspring bedside crib was selected for its special construction, which makes it suitable for high beds and box mattresses. It represents a combination of functionality, safety, and natural materials, which are often sought after in this product category.

The Boxspring bedside crib in beige was developed as a solution for high beds and box mattresses, where standard bedside cribs often do not fit in height. It has a solid construction and stepless height adjustment, so the lying surface can be precisely adapted to the parents' bed.

The bed is made of solid beech wood, which is naturally antibacterial and antistatic. All surfaces are treated with lacquers that are free from harmful substances and solvents, and tested according to DIN EN 71 part 3. This ensures that the product is safe for the child.

The base plate has ventilation holes that provide good air circulation around the mattress. The construction is so stable that it can support up to 150 kg, making it resistant to the load of an adult.

The bed can be easily and securely attached to the parents' bed without the use of tools. It can also be used as a bench or play table when the child grows older. With the addition of a side panel, it can be converted into a closed bed.

The product is TÜV-tested and produced by Tobi GmbH & Co. KG in Germany, while the actual manufacturing takes place in Turkey. The series has received several awards and is recommended by midwives and breastfeeding consultants as a practical solution for nighttime closeness and security.

  • Stepless height adjustment: Allows the bed to be precisely adapted to high box mattresses.
  • Natural materials: Made of solid beech wood with environmentally friendly lacquers.
  • Ventilated base: Provides good air circulation around the mattress.
  • Stable construction: Can support up to 150 kg and withstand daily use.
  • Flexible use: Can be used as a bench or play table, and can be closed with an additional side panel.

Pros and cons

  • Suitable for high beds and box mattresses
  • Solid and safe construction in solid wood
  • Easy assembly without tools
  • Can be used in multiple ways, even after the infant period
  • Ventilated base for better air circulation
  • Requires separate accessories to be closed as a regular bed
  • Sold out online at the time of data collection

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Suitable for high beds and box mattresses
  • Solid and safe construction in solid wood
  • Easy assembly without tools
  • Can be used in multiple ways, even after the infant period
  • Ventilated base for better air circulation

Cons

  • Requires separate accessories to be closed as a regular bed
  • Sold out online at the time of data collection

Pros

  • Suitable for high beds and box mattresses
  • Solid and safe construction in solid wood
  • Easy assembly without tools
  • Can be used in multiple ways, even after the infant period
  • Ventilated base for better air circulation

Cons

  • Requires separate accessories to be closed as a regular bed
  • Sold out online at the time of data collection
Pros: The bed is suitable for high beds and box mattresses, has a solid and safe construction in solid wood, is easy to assemble without tools, can be used in multiple ways even after the infant period, and has a ventilated base for better air circulation.
Cons: It requires separate accessories to be closed as a regular bed and was sold out online at the time of data collection.
Pros: The bed is suitable for high beds and box mattresses, has a solid and safe construction in solid wood, is easy to assemble without tools, can be used in multiple ways even after the infant period, and has a ventilated base for better air circulation.
Cons: It requires separate accessories to be closed as a regular bed and was sold out online at the time of data collection.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Tobi GmbH & Co. KG, Wildmoos 2, 82266 Inning am Ammersee, Germany
  • Country of manufacture: Turkey
  • Material: Solid beech wood
  • Surface treatment: Lacquers free from harmful substances and solvents, tested according to DIN EN 71 part 3
  • Load capacity: Up to 150 kg
  • Ventilation: Base plate with air circulation
  • Certification: TÜV-tested
  • Colour: Beige
  • Item number: 368697
3
Nordic simplicity
Sleepi V3 Mini - white
A space-saving and adjustable white beech cot, designed for infants from 0 to 6 months. The Sleepi V3 Mini combines safety, functionality, and timeless design with the option to expand the bed as the child grows.
Why it was chosen: The Sleepi V3 Mini was selected as a representative of compact baby cots with adjustable design and high build quality. It illustrates how modern cots can combine functionality, safety, and aesthetics in a small format.

The Stokke Sleepi V3 Mini is developed as a first bed for infants and is characterised by its oval shape, which creates a safe and inviting sleeping space. The compact width of 67 cm makes it suitable for smaller children's rooms or as a bed close to the parents' bed.

The bed is made of solid beech wood with an environmentally friendly lacquer and has curved edges without sharp corners. The perforated mattress base ensures good air circulation, and the lockable wheels make it possible to move the bed between rooms or use it as a light cradle.

The Sleepi concept is designed to grow with the child. The Mini version can later be expanded with conversion kits so that it can be used up to around 5 years of age. The construction is robust and built for longevity, while the Scandinavian design language gives it a timeless expression.

The design was originally developed in 1999 by Susanne Grønlund and Claus Hviid Knudsen and remains a popular choice for parents who want a combination of functionality and aesthetics in the nursery.

  • Space-saving design: Only 67 cm wide, ideal for small rooms.
  • Oval shape: Creates a safe and comfortable sleeping experience for the child.
  • Lockable wheels: Makes it easy to move the bed and use it as a cradle.
  • Adjustable base: Four mattress levels adapted to the child's development.
  • Beech materials: Solid frame with environmentally friendly lacquer and good durability.
  • Expansion option: Can be converted into a larger bed with an additional kit.

Pros and cons

  • Compact and flexible construction
  • Natural materials and environmentally friendly surface treatment
  • Can be easily moved thanks to wheels
  • Option to expand into a larger bed
  • Timeless design that fits into most homes
  • The mattress must be purchased separately
  • Not compatible with canopy rods manufactured before September 2022
  • Limited use in the Mini version (up to approx. 6 months)

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Compact and flexible construction
  • Natural materials and environmentally friendly surface treatment
  • Can be easily moved thanks to wheels
  • Option to expand into a larger bed
  • Timeless design that fits into most homes

Cons

  • The mattress must be purchased separately
  • Not compatible with canopy rods manufactured before September 2022
  • Limited use in the Mini version (up to approx. 6 months)

Pros

  • Compact and flexible construction
  • Natural materials and environmentally friendly surface treatment
  • Can be easily moved thanks to wheels
  • Option to expand into a larger bed
  • Timeless design that fits into most homes

Cons

  • The mattress must be purchased separately
  • Not compatible with canopy rods manufactured before September 2022
  • Limited use in the Mini version (up to approx. 6 months)
Pros: The bed has a compact and flexible construction, is made of natural materials with an environmentally friendly surface treatment, can be easily moved thanks to the wheels, can be expanded into a larger bed, and has a timeless design that fits into most homes.
Cons: The mattress must be purchased separately, it is not compatible with canopy rods manufactured before September 2022, and the Mini version can only be used for a limited period of up to approximately six months.
Pros: The bed has a compact and flexible construction, is made of natural materials with an environmentally friendly surface treatment, can be easily moved thanks to the wheels, can be expanded into a larger bed, and has a timeless design that fits into most homes.
Cons: The mattress must be purchased separately, it is not compatible with canopy rods manufactured before September 2022, and the Mini version can only be used for a limited period of up to approximately six months.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Stokke
  • Model: Sleepi V3 Mini
  • Colour: White
  • Material: Beech, beech laminate and beech veneer
  • Surface: Environmentally friendly lacquer
  • Mattress levels: 4
  • Wheels: Lockable, can be used to rock the bed
  • Product size: 82 x 67 x 87 cm (32.3 x 26.4 x 34.3 inches)
  • Weight: 16.4 kg
  • Age range: 0–6 months
  • Maximum load: 120 kg
  • Designers: Susanne Grønlund and Claus Hviid Knudsen (1999)
  • Item number: 354264
4
For box mattresses
Boxspring bedside crib - White
An adjustable bedside crib in white, designed for high beds and box mattresses. Made of solid beech wood with good ventilation and the option to convert into a bench or play table.
Why it was chosen: The Boxspring bedside crib was selected for its flexible height adjustment and solid construction, making it suitable for parents with high beds. It represents a functional and durable solution in the category of bedside cribs.

The Boxspring bedside crib in white is designed to fit high beds and box mattresses. The tall construction and stepless height adjustment make it possible to align the sleeping surface precisely with the parents' bed, so the baby lies safely and close to the parents.

The bed is made of solid beech wood, which is naturally antibacterial and antistatic. The surface is treated with lacquers free from harmful substances and solvents, and tested according to DIN EN 71 part 3. This ensures a healthy sleeping environment for the baby.

The base plate has ventilation holes that provide good air circulation, and the construction can support up to 150 kg, which demonstrates its stability. The bed can also be used as a bench or play table when the child grows older.

The product is TÜV-tested and recommended by midwives and breastfeeding consultants as a practical solution for nighttime closeness and breastfeeding. By purchasing an additional side, the bed can be converted into a closed cot.

  • Stepless height adjustment: Makes it possible to adapt the bed to high and frameless box mattresses.
  • Solid beech wood: Naturally antibacterial and antistatic material without harmful substances.
  • Ventilated base plate: Ensures good air circulation under the mattress.
  • Multifunctional use: Can be used as a bench or play table when the child grows.
  • TÜV-tested quality: Proven safety and stability.

Pros and cons

  • Can be adjusted in height to fit different bed types
  • Stable and robust construction in solid wood
  • Free from harmful substances and solvents
  • Can be converted into a bench or play table
  • Ventilated base for better air circulation
  • Requires an extra side to be used as a closed bed
  • Wood material may require ongoing maintenance to preserve its appearance

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Can be adjusted in height to fit different bed types
  • Stable and robust construction in solid wood
  • Free from harmful substances and solvents
  • Can be converted into a bench or play table
  • Ventilated base for better air circulation

Cons

  • Requires an extra side to be used as a closed bed
  • Wood material may require ongoing maintenance to preserve its appearance

Pros

  • Can be adjusted in height to fit different bed types
  • Stable and robust construction in solid wood
  • Free from harmful substances and solvents
  • Can be converted into a bench or play table
  • Ventilated base for better air circulation

Cons

  • Requires an extra side to be used as a closed bed
  • Wood material may require ongoing maintenance to preserve its appearance
Pros: The bed can be adjusted in height to fit different bed types, has a stable and robust construction in solid wood, is free from harmful substances and solvents, can be converted into a bench or play table, and has a ventilated base that ensures better air circulation.
Cons: It requires an extra side to be used as a closed bed, and the wood material may need ongoing maintenance to preserve its appearance.
Pros: The bed can be adjusted in height to fit different bed types, has a stable and robust construction in solid wood, is free from harmful substances and solvents, can be converted into a bench or play table, and has a ventilated base that ensures better air circulation.
Cons: It requires an extra side to be used as a closed bed, and the wood material may need ongoing maintenance to preserve its appearance.

Specifications

  • Colour: White
  • Material: Solid beech wood
  • Adjustment: Stepless height adjustment
  • Maximum load: 150 kg
  • Surface treatment: Lacquer free from harmful substances and solvents, tested according to DIN EN 71 part 3
  • Ventilation: Base plate with air circulation
  • Manufacturer: Tobi GmbH & Co. KG, Wildmoos 2, 82266 Inning am Ammersee, Germany
  • Country of manufacture: Turkey
  • Item number: 365191