Picking the right baby mattresses for your baby isn’t quite as easy as your old crib. Most baby mattresses will be too firm for a newborn and too soft for your first born’s teenage years. Mattresses come in different sizes, so consult a professional to find the right mattress for your baby.
Firm: Your baby’s growing. At birth, your baby weighed just a few pounds, and now he or she is close to 10 pounds. An infant’s skeleton isn’t fully developed, so a firm mattress will make sleeping easier. Folds and ridges provide little relief for the back, so pick a mattress with a more plush surface.
Inexpensive mattresses
Baby mattresses sold in drug and grocery stores typically cost between $30 and $100. Some of the cheapest mattresses on the market are sold without a headboard. This means the mattress is held together by four straps, with a locking mechanism. You can get a better night’s sleep for less money, but there are some drawbacks. A leaky mattress pad might fall off the mattress or po out of the straps. If you have a sleep-supporting arm sling or pacifier, make sure you use the locks.
Online and department stores
Your baby bedding is a bargain at department stores, where it often comes with a mattress and costs around $200. Some of these mattresses are memory foam, which can be a good choice for babies and toddlers because they’re prone to overheating. The quality will depend on the type of memory foam used. Mattresses with gel-infused memory foam or memory-foam latex are best for infants.
Mid-priced mattresses
Finding a mid-priced mattress is the most economical choice. Mattresses in this price range generally start at around $120 and are often sold in more than one store. The mattress usually consists of a thin layer of foam that encases a sturdy cotton filling. This is the most comfortable type of mattress for newborns and babies. The advantage of these mattresses is that they’re inexpensive and you can always return them if you don’t like them.
Mattresses for teens and older kids
Good sleep will help your kids avoid a lifetime of bad habits, but it takes time and patience. A thin layer of foam is used in mattresses for older kids, which provide comfort without the sagging or wrinkling that is common with the thinner mattresses for newborns and toddlers. These beds might be covered in thick cushions, as opposed to loose mattress fabric, which helps provide support.
Ideal for growing teens
High-quality beds that can be used from birth to adulthood are expensive. Make your child’s bedroom more comfortable with a new mattress.
Several mattress companies make adjustable bases that raise and lower the mattress to meet your child’s changing weight. Mattress brand Latexco will make a high-quality mattress base for only $149. Mattress pads and other accessories are also available at a good price.
Don’t buy a mattress that’s too soft for your baby. The pillow or mattress pad should be at least 18 inches deep and two inches wide. Choose a firm mattress that measures at least 10 inches wide. You can set the height so that the mattress is level with your baby’s head. Make sure that there is plenty of room in the crib to maneuver your child.
Mattresses for baby bedding
Choose a mattress for your baby bedding that’s built to last. A mattress is only as good as the mattress pad that is placed atop it. Don’t sacrifice comfort for budget. Choose a mattress that has been tested by a company that tests baby mattresses.
Manufacturers offer different types of mattress pads and bedding. Choose a firm mattress pad that will provide your baby’s sleep support. Be sure to choose a mattress pad that comes with a locking mechanism. This way, the pad will stay attached to the mattress and stay in place. Some manufacturers suggest checking out more than one store. Look for stores that sell both traditional beds and bedding. Some stores only sell specific brands.
Conclusion
Choosing the right mattress can be daunting, especially if you’re not sure which mattress to purchase. This article offers a few tips to help you make the right choice. If you do a little research and decide to use the mattress you already own, use one of the mattress pads that come with your mattress.
