The Carolina Cot is 20% smaller than a standard cot, so making room for it is much easier and it comes complete with a mattress. The open sides and ends of the cot give it a spacious feel despite its size and the three adjustable base heights to make it easier for you to pick up your newborn when they first join you during nap times and then dropping to a lower level to stop little Houdini’s trying to escape as they get bigger.