Find the Right Fabric for Your Sheets
When choosing fitted cot sheets, the fabric matters because your baby spends so much time snuggled up on them. A breathable, comfortable fabric makes for a pleasant sleep surface, while an easy-care option means you’ll always have fresh sheets ready to go.
- Organic Cotton
Organic cotton is a good choice if you’re looking for a natural fibre with a smooth, lightweight feel. Its simple, understated finish works beautifully in most nurseries and holds up well to regular use and repeated washing, while holding its shape and feel.
- Linen
Linen feels light and airy, with natural breathability that works particularly well in warmer weather. Its breathable weave allows more airflow around your baby, helping them stay comfortable when temperatures rise. It has a relaxed, textured feel and becomes softer with each wash, giving your baby’s cot a comfortable, lived-in finish.
- Jersey Stretch
Jersey has a soft, stretchy feel that fits smoothly around the mattress, making it easy to put on and take off when you’re changing the cot bedding. Its breathable, flexible fabric is comfortable for everyday use and has a soft feel against your baby’s skin. Most jersey stretch fitted cot sheets are machine washable, making them easy to freshen up.
Get the Fit Right for Your Baby’s Cot
The shape and dimensions of your cot mattress are the starting point when choosing fitted cot sheets. Take a quick look at the mattress measurements before buying, as standard and oval or round cots use different sheet shapes and sizing.
- Measure the mattress, not just the cot
Start with the mattress itself rather than relying on the cot’s name or style. Compare its length, width and depth with the sheet measurements to ensure the elasticated edges can wrap properly around the mattress and keep the sheet firmly in place.
- Match your sheets to the cot shape
Most traditional rectangular baby cots and mattresses, like the Boori Cot mattress, use standard cot mattresses, so look for fitted cot sheets made specifically for that shape and size. The sheet should fit smoothly across the mattress with the elastic sitting securely underneath the edges.
- Choose sheets made for curved cots
Oval and round cots have curved mattress edges, so they need sheets designed to follow those shapes. Look for sheets labelled for oval or round mattresses and check the listed dimensions against your mattress, as the curve and overall measurements both need to match for the sheet to fit properly.
- Don’t forget to check the mattress depth
The depth matters as well as the length and width. A sheet needs enough depth to wrap around the mattress securely without leaving excess fabric on the sleep surface, so check the sheet and mattress measurements together before buying. If you’re using cot bumpers, check their fit and compatibility with the cot and mattress, too.
How to Keep Your Cot Sheets Fresh
Fitted cot sheets are easy to work into your regular washing routine, with most fabrics suitable for machine washing. Follow the care instructions for the specific fabric, and wash sheets at the recommended temperature to keep them fresh and comfortable. Having a couple of fitted sheets on hand means you can quickly put on a fresh one while another is in the wash.
Complete Your Baby’s Sleep Setup
At Baby Little Planet, you’ll find fitted cot sheets in a range of fabrics and prints to keep your baby comfortable through the night. Cot and mattress packages are also available for a simple way to get the essentials together from the start.
