Welcome to the Best Crib Mattresses, a guide to the best mattresses for your baby’s crib, as judged by the editors of the #1 best-selling gear guide, Baby Bargains.Organic or “hospital grade”? If crib mattress shopping has you confused, check out our Crib Mattress 101. Great for first-time parents . . . or those who need a refresher course. Check out what we do and how to support our work. Good Crib Mattress: The Sealy Soybean Foam-Core Last updated: May 5, 2016. Good Crib Mattress: The Sealy…read more Moonlight Slumber Little Dreamer Better Crib Mattress: The Moonlight Slumber Little Dreamer Last updated: May 13, 2016. Better Crib Mattress: The…read more Naturepedic No Compromise Organic Cotton Classic Lightweight Best Crib Mattress: Naturepedic No Compromise Organic Cotton Classic Lightweight Last updated: May 5, 2016. We obsess about baby gear . . . so you don’t have to! As the best-selling authors of the book Baby Bargains, we’ve tested dozens of baby monitors to come up with the best of the best.
Why should you trust us? Learn more about us and how to support our work. We know not everyone has time to read our book or subscribe to our web site. This site is for those who are looking for quick recommendations to help fill out a baby registry or make a purchase on your own.Every new parent experiences moments of panic. For instance, after an unexpected four hours of blissful sleep, you might dash crib-side to make sure the baby is still breathing. While audio monitors help parents keep an ear out for newborn grunts and gurgles, a new generation of movement monitors gives parents an added source of comfort during those first few months. SEE ALSO: 8 Over-the-Top Baby Gadgets These not only detect sound but motion, too (or lack of it), to ensure babies are enjoying healthful nights' sleep. And while sleep-deprived parents certainly don’t need to be aware of every single movement and sound, these detectors can be set to problem-only alerts. Image courtesy of Levana
Oma+ by Levana is a small mobile monitor that clips onto the diaper to keep track of tiny baby movements. If it detects a lack of movement for 15 seconds, it will gently vibrate enough to rouse the baby. If three consecutive vibrations occur, Oma+ will sound an audible alarm to alert parents. The unit is powered with a low-voltage battery and uses no radiation or frequency waves, making it safe for newborns. 2. SafeToSleep Breathing Monitor Rather than a device that physically goes on the baby, the SafeToSleep Breathing Monitor is a wireless mobile system that your baby rests atop. The intuitive fiber-optic SleepMat is embedded with sensors that monitor baby’s breathing, sleep cycles and sleep time. It even generates sleep reports for an overview of your baby’s general sleep patterns. All the information can be accessed with your iOS or Android device. 3. Owlet Baby Monitor Image courtesy of Owlet Fashioned as a wearable “Smart Sock” for baby’s foot, the Owlet Monitor not only tracks movement, but also measures information like heart rate, oxygen levels and the body temperature.
All the information transmits via Bluetooth to your mobile device, giving you instant access to your sleeping baby’s stats in real time. Price: Available for pre-order, $199 4. Angelcare Movement and Sound Monitor Similar to the SafeToSleep Monitor, Angelcare also offers a movement-monitoring mat that measures the motion and sounds of the sleeping baby. But unlike the previous mat, which transmits information to a smartphone, Angelcare comes with its own "Parental Monitoring" unit, which offers a digital display, nursery temperature gauge, night light and more. Image courtesy of Rest Devices Similar to the Exmobaby Bio-Sensor Onesie featured in our "Over the Top Baby Gadgets" piece, this Peeko onesie is also in development. It's wearable monitor that measures activity level, sounds, breathing and more, via your smartphone. Customize the alerts with specific information you’re interested in receiving. 6. BabySense Movement Monitor For a no-frills approach to movement monitoring, the BabySense tracks baby movements through its sensor-padded mat, which you place atop the baby’s mattress.
The BabySense doesn’t measure breathing or body stats, just movements, and will alert parents through a control unit if 20 seconds elapse without motion. Is wearable monitoring the wave of the future? Does it have a place in baby care? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Image by Danny Martindale/Getty Images Some manufacturers require us to show prices at their suggested price. When we are able to sell these products for less, we can only show you the price outside of the item listing. Depending on the product, we can show you the price at sign in, on another screen, in your cart, or when you begin the checkout process. Add to cart to see your price Non-members pay 10% surchargeJoin now! Shipping Enter ZIP Code for shipping options Estimated arrival Add to list About this item Fits both crib and toddler bed frames Waterproof lock-stitched binding Airflow pocket keeps mattress fresh Description Member reviews & questions Policies & plans Description Adult-grade construction and quality from a leading brand of crib mattresses in the USA.
The Sealy Baby Posturepedic crib and toddler bed mattress is enhanced with the PostureTech Coil System for the ultimate firmness. Sealy is the #1 brand of crib mattress in America. With dependable durability and comfort, it's no wonder more babies sleep on a Sealy than any other crib mattress brand. Sealy won the 2013 & 2014 Women's Choice Award for "America's Best for Baby Mattress & Bedding". This entire mattress is GREENGUARD® Gold Certified for indoor air quality and low chemical emissions to help create a healthier sleeping environment for your baby. Specifications Posturepedic coils have a 60-year history of dependable support and this crib mattress offers 220 exclusive adult-grade PostureTech coils Coils are off-set for maximum resiliency and twice heat-tempered for durability Full perimeter border wire all around the edges to prevent sagging and interior weight distribution bars add strength 4 layers of hypoallergenic supportive layers plus a cotton-based wrap for cushioning Staph-Gard hospital-grade reinforced cover protects against bacteria and allergens from clinging to the mattress Entire cover is easy-clean