Crib Mattress

 When it comes to the sleep of your baby one of the most important things you will have to purchase is a crib mattress. In this article I will discuss some things that you need to know before you make a decision. You might be thinking about a certain style or color of crib to decorate the baby's room. The crib is important but the mattress is just as important if not more important.The reason for this is because your baby will be sleeping directly on the crib mattress. It is for this reason that you should pick out the mattress first. Also, if you are on a limited budget you need to spend most of your money picking out the best mattress over a trendy looking crib.

While choosing the perfect mattress there are many things that need to be considered before you pick one out. The most important of these factors will be the size and firmness of the mattress. If you are going to be purchasing the crib and mattress separately you will need to do some careful research before making the final decision. First you are going to need to make sure that the size of the mattress matches the crib perfectly. To ensure this you should take exact measurements of both in addition to bringing a tape measure. Also, just to be safe try and check the size of the mattress inside of the crib. There should be no gaps or space while the mattress is placed in the crib. However, if you’re not able to check the mattress directly against the crib then make sure you are purchasing items that can be exchanged. This will save you money and headache just in case the two don't fit together right.

Keep in mind that the mattress is supposed to fit pretty tightly inside of the crib. This will keep your baby from getting they're arms and legs stuck in between any unwanted gaps. The second thing you are going to need to consider while picking out the mattress is the level of firmness. In addition, it is important to not only have a comfortable mattress but a firm one as well. A mattress that the typical adult or child thinks is comfortable will not be the same for a baby. Your baby will need a much firmer mattress to sleep on for a couple of reasons. A baby hasn't fully developed their muscles and therefore it is harder for them to move around. If you have a soft mattress this can make it even harder for the baby to roll or move around. For this reason a firmer mattress will actually be more comfortable to the baby. You might be asking how to choose the right level of firmness? Luckily the answer is simple and easy. If you place your hand down on the mattress and take your hand off, it should immediately restore itself to the original shape.  With that being said if you press down on the mattress and it leaves a hand print for a longer period of time you should probably keep shopping.

Another thing to consider when purchasing a crib mattress is the material in which it is made. The two most common mattresses are foam and coils. Typically, foam mattresses are considerably cheaper than a coil mattress. However, as long as the foam mattress is a higher density mattress it will be just as good as a coil mattress. Also, foam mattresses can be lighter to move around which can help with changing the sheets.
Furthermore, most foam mattresses come with an easy to clean surface which is another added benefit. Moving on to a coil mattress the more coils the better the mattress. This will also mean a much firmer mattress. A crib mattress that is made with internal springs can give much more support than a foam mattress. They are also made with one side having a vinyl surface that is easy to clean and the other a cloth surface. Some top of the line crib mattresses could have up to 180 innerspring coils which add tremendous support.

Usually they are a lot more durable and are considerably more comfortable when compared to other mattresses. Another less common type of crib mattress is made of natural fiber. One of the most popular things about a fiber mattress is that they are hypoallergenic. This can be a huge factor is your baby has allergies of any kind. More importantly they are self ventilating which makes them more breathable. This will cause a lot more air to circulate through out the mattress eliminating any trapped moisture.

Hopefully, now you have enough information to start shopping for the perfect crib and mattress. Remember as long as you get a safe and comfortable mattress for your baby it's almost impossible to go wrong with the crib.