July 15, 2025
When preparing for a new baby, choosing the right baby cot is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. It’s not just about finding a comfortable place for your baby to sleep, it’s about choosing a cot that offers safety, quality, and long-term value for your family.
Love Local’s Legacy Kot is thoughtfully designed to grow with your child, offering a beautiful, practical, and safe sleep solution from newborn to toddler years. But how do you know if you’re choosing the right cot?
Here’s what to consider when buying a cot that will support your baby through each precious stage.
Why a Cot that Grows with Your Baby is a Smart Choice
Babies grow quickly, and so do their sleep needs. A cot that grows with your baby gives you flexibility and long-term value. Love Local’s Legacy Cot can be used as:
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A full Cot with raised infant level
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A full cot
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Half toddler bed
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Full toddler bed
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Divan
This makes it a smart investment that adapts to your child’s changing needs, saving you time and money in the long run.
Key Considerations When Choosing a Baby Cot
1. Safety First
Safety is the most important factor when choosing a baby cot. Look for a cot that meets safety standards, offers sturdy construction, and allows your baby to sleep securely at every stage.
Love Local’s Legacy Cot is built with high-quality materials, designed to provide a safe, supportive sleeping space from day one.
2. Adjustable Features
An adjustable cot offers flexibility as your baby grows. The Legacy Cot’s adjustable mattress levels make it easy to lower the mattress as your baby begins to sit and stand, offering peace of mind and easy access during those early days.
3. Long-Term Value
A cot that grows with your baby is an investment. Rather than buying separate beds for each stage, you can rely on one well-made cot that evolves from a newborn crib to a toddler bed and beyond.
Love Local’s cot is made to last, offering heirloom quality that can stay in your family for years.
4. Sustainable, Thoughtful Materials
Parents often look for natural, non-toxic, and sustainable options. Love Local’s cot is crafted from European Beech and African Walnut, combining timeless style with natural durability. The materials are carefully selected for both beauty and strength.
5. Ease of Use and Assembly
When choosing a cot, it’s helpful to consider how easy it is to assemble and adjust. Love Local’s cot is designed to be flat-packed for convenient delivery and simple setup.
The modular design makes it easy to convert the cot as your baby grows, with clear, parent-friendly instructions.
Why Love Local’s Legacy Cot is a Beautiful, Practical Choice
The Legacy Cot is more than just a bed. It’s a long-term sleep solution that offers:
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Safe, adjustable sleeping levels
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Toddler conversion with rails for security
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A beautiful, natural wood finish that complements any nursery
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A design that grows with your child from newborn to toddler years
It’s a cot that’s built to last and designed to be loved.
A Timeless Design for Modern Nurseries
Love Local’s cot offers a timeless, natural look that suits both classic and modern nurseries. Its neutral wood tones work with a range of colour schemes and styles, allowing you to create a space that feels calm, safe, and welcoming.
Whether you’re preparing for your first baby or expanding your growing family, the Legacy Cot offers flexibility and elegance that will serve your home for years to come.
Why Buying Local Matters
By choosing Love Local’s cot, you’re supporting local craftsmanship and small businesses in South Africa. Each cot is carefully made by skilled artisans using natural, ethically sourced materials.
When you buy from Love Local, you’re not only investing in a product, you’re supporting sustainable practices and local talent.
FAQs
Q: How long can my baby use the Legacy Cot?
A: The cot is designed to grow with your baby, from newborn to toddler years, offering multiple conversion options.
Q: Does the cot come with a mattress?
A: Yes, the cot includes a 7.5 cm thick, covered mattress made from natural unbleached calico fabric.
Q: Can I assemble the cot myself?
A: Yes, the cot is flat-packed and comes with simple, easy-to-follow instructions for quick assembly.
Q: Is the cot safe for newborns?
A: Absolutely. The Legacy Cot is designed with newborn safety in mind and offers adjustable levels to suit each stage of development.
Q: Does Love Local deliver nationwide?
A: Yes, Love Local offers delivery across South Africa, with free shipping for orders over R1,400.