Second Hand Cots
It is an exciting time when we welcome a new baby into the world and it is an experience many of us enjoy and look forward too. Even though many wonderful things happen when having a baby, it can also be a very stressful time when it comes to buying essentials for the baby as they require a lot and it can become very expensive. There are many essential items that a baby requires and one of the most expensive is the baby’s cot. The cot is the first bed for the baby and it is important that they have a comfortable and safe bed to start their life off.
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 | Joie Portable Travel Cot Play Pen, Rectangular Mesh Sides, Geometric Grey 105cm long 70cm wide & 80cm high. Only used twice so as new. | £17.18 or make offer £2.94 delivery |
 | Red Kite Portable Pink Mesh Rectangle Play Pen Travel Cot with Carry Bag Red Kite Portable Pink Mesh Rectangle Play Pen Travel Cot with Carry Bag | £21.50 or make offer £13.63 delivery |
 | John Lewis Marlow Cot. Great Natural Condition. 3 Height Settings. No Mattress John Lewis Marlow Cot. The cot is in great condition, finished in natural beech wood. It has 3 different height positions. I have disassembled the... | £50.62 or make offer £5.64 delivery |
 | Fisher-Price Teddy-Beddy-Bye Teddy Bears Musical Cot Nursery Mobile MPN 1402 Fisher-Price Teddy-Beddy-Bye Teddy Bears Musical Cot Nursery Mobile MPN 1402 | £19.36 or make offer £3.38 delivery |
 | Peter Rabbit Vintage 80s Cut-Out A Figures 15 Inch High Wooden Peter Rabbit Vintage 80s Cut-Out A Figures 15 Inch High Wooden | £37.10 £2.94 delivery |
 | Obaby Bantam Space Saver Baby Toddler Cot and Mattress - Grey | £43.00 or make offer £20.00 delivery |
 | 2x Cotton Padded Cot Bed Rails Protectors Liners with Ties, Animal Print Theme Cot rail protectors, cot side guards, handmade cot accessories, woodland nursery, woodland baby, cot rail cover, baby nursery, cot bedding, woodland animals, handmade baby. Handmade... | £16.15 or make offer £2.94 delivery |
 | Mamas and Papas Travel Cot with Mattress, Carry Bag The Mamas and Papas Travel Cot is a portable and convenient solution for your little one to sleep comfortably while on the go. This travel... | £31.90 £5.21 delivery |
 | Red Kite Sleeptight Travel Cot (Grey) + Anti-Allergenic Cot Mattress The Sleeptight has padded top rails for when young toddlers are starting to stand up which gives an extra safety feature. When not in use... | £34.95 or make offer Free delivery |
 | The Little Green Sheep Twist Natural Cot Bed Mattress Twist Natural Cot Bed Mattress 70x140cm. Natural comfort: Coconut coir & natural latex, aids temperature-regulation, naturally hypoallergenic wool. | £125.49 or make offer £9.67 delivery |
Even though most cots roughly look the same, there are a variety of cots on the market ranging in different materials, colours, sizes and that also come with additional storage. Cot’s start to get expensive when you are looking for a more robust cot made in a thicker wood and that comes with storage. Also, if you have twins, you will more than likely have to buy two cots and this will automatically double the price.
A great way to save money on your baby’s first cot is to look on the second hand market. A lot of families sell their used baby’s cot once they have outgrown it and they are a lot cheaper than brand new cots. Also, if you have your heart set on an expensive cot but cannot afford it, more than likely there will be someone selling the same cot, or similar, at a considerably lower price and therefore you can get the best cot without having to pay a lot of money for it. Second hand cots are a great way to save money and they are often in just as good condition as brand new cots.