The lowdown on crib mattresses Types of mattresses What to look for when buying Important safety notes What it's going to cost you The lowdown on crib mattressesA good mattress not only makes bedtime cozier – it supports your growing baby and keeps her safe. Consider cost, comfort, and durability, as your baby will probably sleep in a crib for up to 3 years.Browse dozens of cribs.Types of mattresses“Breathable” mattresses, made of materials that are supposed to allow a baby to breathe freely even if his or her face is pressed up against it, are getting more popular. Experts haven’t yet weighed in on their efficacy.What to look for when buyingDensity: You want high density so it’s firm enough to keep your baby safe while sleeping. Most foam mattresses don't list density on the packaging, but weight can be a good indicator. As for innerspring mattresses, manufacturers often equate the number of coils with firmness, but the gauge of the wire is just as important. Lower gauge means thicker wire, which is stronger and therefore firmer.
Look for a mattress with 135 or more coils and a gauge of 15.5 or lower.Weight: A typical foam mattress weighs about 7 to 8 pounds, although mattresses made of memory foam (an especially dense form of polyurethane) can weigh close to 20 pounds. Innerspring crib mattresses are heavier in general, weighing in at about 15 to 25 pounds. Keep in mind that you'll be hoisting up a side of the mattress, or lifting the whole thing, when changing your baby's sheet.Cleaning: Most traditional mattresses suggest spot-cleaning only. Some have removable covers that can be machine-washed. The innards of at least one crib mattress on the market can be hosed down in the tub once its washable cover is removed.Certification seals: Crib mattresses for sale in the United States must meet safety standards defined by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the American Society for Testing and Materials. (The Juvenile Products Manufacturer Association does not test or certify crib mattresses.) A manufacturer's claim that a product is organic can mean a variety of things, but look for an Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification (a worldwide uniform certification), which assures you that certain flame retardants and heavy metals were not used to make the mattress.
Important safety notesNo matter what mattress parents choose, they should continue to follow the American Academy of Pediatrics’ safe-sleep guidelines and put babies to sleep on their backs on a firm, bare surface.What it's going to cost youCrib mattresses start at about $40 and can range to more than $350. Organic mattresses start at about $80 and can reach $400. Download our illustrated guide to crib mattressesAmerican Academy of Pediatrics. /English/ages-stages/prenatal/decisions-to-make/Pages/Choosing-a-Crib.aspx [Accessed May 2016]Consumer Reports. Crib mattress buying guide. /cro/crib-mattresses/buying-guide.htm [Accessed May 2016]Consumer Reports. /cro/cribs/buying-guide.htm [Accessed May 2016]CPSC. Learn how to put your baby to sleep safely. http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/cribs/ [Accessed May 2016]Quickbed AirbedGear AirbedAirbed CampingHigh AirbedCamping GearPads CampingCamping CotsCamping CampingFamily CampingForwardColeman Double High Air Mattress - Queen This is so comfortable!
I use it in my tent and it's great just for me! Feel like I'm at home :)Flickr Photo by Kevin Dooley Everyone's gotten a few Christmas or Hanukkah gifts that they're not exactly thrilled with, but returning them can be tricky. Do you need a receipt? Is there a time limit? Was it a sale item that can't be returned? To help you muddle through, we've pulled together highlights of the return policies for each of our favorite stores. If you want to read the fine print, click on the name of the store to be taken directly to their return policy page. - You must present a valid photo ID If you have a receipt: - Items must be new, unused and in original packaging - Receipt must be no more than 60 days old - Refund offered in original method of payment If you don't have a receipt: - Refunds given at items lowest price with last 90 days of its being on the shelf - You'll receive store credit - Seasonal, technology and clearance items will not be accepted
- Gift returns will receive store credit - Can return most purchased items, both in store and online - Need your merchandise and an invoice/receipt or confirmation email - Cannot return: food/gourmet gifts - Can return every product for a full refund - Following must be returned within 90 days: televisions, projectors, computers, cameras, camcorders, tablets, MP3 players and cell phones - Must return to a Costco store, or call this number: 1-800-955-2292 - Must return, with receipt, within 30 days of purchase for an exchange or refund - 10-day period needed for cash refund on items purchased with checks - If no receipt or 30 days have passed, you can only receive store credit and you must have valid ID - Gift receipts only eligible for store credit or exchange - Used, worn or unsellable items are not eligible for returns or exchanges - Must have receipt or email confirmation less than 90 days old - Must return the following within 30 days: air conditioners, gas powered equipment, and jewelry and watches
- Refunds issued in same manner item was bought - Must be in original packaging with tags - If opened, the following cannot be returned: music, movies, computer software, video games and sports/toy collectibles - Receipt is needed for all returns/exchanges - Item must be in its original packaging and no more than 90 days old - Refunds issue in same method of payment as purchase - Must have a driver's license, or form of valid ID - Mattresses can be exchanged but not refunded - Tags must be attached - No refunds for shipping costs - Personalized or clearance items marked down 65% or more cannot be returned - Must be returned within 30 days in its original, unused form (unless manufacturer defect) - Must have receipt or proof of purchase label - Must be returned in new and unused condition within 90 days of purchase - The following must be returned with 45 days: computer hardware, cameras/camcorders, giftcards, prepaid cell phones, and prepaid cards
- The following can only be exchanged if unopened: music, movies, video games and software - All returns must have receipt or gift receipt - Photo ID required - Return policy for specialty items should be listed on receipt - Most items can be returned within 90 days with a receipt - exception for some electronic and regulated items - If you don't have a receipt, you can return in store for cash refund (if under $25), store gift card or sometime an exchange - Must be returned in original packaging - Can return almost any item within 90 days for a full refund - The following must be returned within 45 days: video games/systems, computer software, VHS tapes, DVD's, music, electronics, radio-control items, trading cards and collectibles - Must be returned in new or like-new condition in its original packaging with all paperwork and accessories - Shipping costs not refunded unless damaged or defective item - If your returning using a gift receipt or packaging slip, you will receive store credit
- To return in-store, bring item and the receipt - To return by mail, fill out return slip, pack the merchandise in strong box and use supplied return label - Kohl's Charge purchases can be returned within 16 months of purchase -Most merchandise can be exchanged for full refund based on original form of payment with no time restrictions - Gift returns receive only store credit - Furniture returns must be scheduled within 3-days of delivery or within 10 days for an exchange - Return in original packaging with receipt or email confirmation - Must be within 90 days for most items - The following must be returned within 30 days: Home Electronics, Mattresses, air conditioners, gas powered equipment, jewelry and watches - The following can only be returned unopened: Video Games, CD's, DVD's, computer software and sports/toy collectibles - Customized jewelry cannot be returned or exchanged - Return in form of original payment method - Most purchases made from 11/13/11 to 12/10/11 have extended 120 day return time frame - Fine Jewelry, Consumer Electronics, Mattresses have an extended 60 day time frame