Crib MatressMattress Here'SCrib CotMattress GuideBaby MckeigneyBaby JudeBaby ChloeBaby EvelynForwardIt's very important to get a safe and comfortable crib mattress! About Best Sellers in Crib Mattress Pads These lists, updated hourly, contain bestselling items. Here you can discover the best Crib Mattress Pads in Amazon Best Sellers, and find the top 100 most popular Amazon Crib Mattress Pads.Last updated: 21 March 2016 Any sleep surface that's too soft could increase the risk of Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy (SUDI). But how firm should a cot mattress be? We test a range of mattresses to see if they pass the new Australian standard method. For more, see how we test, and read our tips for buying a safe cot mattress (including how to check the firmness yourself). Until recently, there was no way of telling whether a cot mattress was firm enough to be safe for your baby. Even now, mattresses can be legally sold without officially meeting any product safety requirements.
However, responsible manufacturers test their mattresses to the voluntary standard AS/NZ 8811.1:2013, which outlines a method to detect mattress firmness. which cot mattresses passed the firmness test, which involves placing a test apparatus at various locations around the mattress (including a worst-case scenario location decided on by the tester) and seeing whether it sinks too deeply into the surface. Some manufacturers whose products we failed have shown us lab results to say they have passed, but they will be reviewing their test procedures to minimise any inconsistencies. whether the claimed measurements match up with the actual measurements. Our interactive comparison tool helps you find out which models are safe. Our Recommended list will help you see quickly which models come out on top. enter value/s in increments of 1 between 76 and 269 enter value/s in increments of 1 between 1.6 and 8.65 enter value/s in increments of 1 between 1290 and 1330
enter value/s in increments of 1 between 78 and 145 enter value/s in increments of 1 between 680 and 755 Claimed dimensions WxLxT (mm)View larger View larger View larger A crib mattress is an essential purchase for your baby. One of the most important things caregivers can do for newborns is to provide them with a safe sleeping environment. To help reduce the risk of suffocation, SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) or SUID (Sudden Unexpected Infant Death), a properly assembled crib and proper fitting crib mattress should be used without toys, blankets, pillows or corded electronics in or near an infant’s sleeping space. Choosing the right crib mattress for your baby can require a bit of research as there are many to choose from. Purchasing a new crib mattress is best instead of second hand. You don’t know how the previous owner used or stored the product. Plus crib mattresses available today are made to the latest standards. Crib mattresses are designed to fit inside USA standard size cribs and toddler beds.
Each crib mattress will fit inside a 52” x 28” crib (with plus or minus dimensions) and are no thicker than 6” measured from seam to seam. Find information about crib fit and measuring the inside dimensions of your crib to help ensure a snug fit for your crib mattress. You can purchase two-stage models which offer a firmer side for infants and a softer side for toddlers. Focus on the 4 C’s of a Crib Mattress to help you decide: Core, Cushioning, Cover and Certifications Innerspring coils are made of steel and are heat-tempered, which means the coils will bounce back into shape easily. For the best type of innersprings, look for a higher coil count, which means the coils are closer together, helping to create a firmer surface overall. Upgraded innerspring models include border wire or border rods, which is thick steel wrapped around the edges to keep them supported. Additional features include weight distribution systems, cross frames and corner and side protectors, like pylons, which help to make the core more durable, firmer and supportive.
The great thing about steel coil innersprings is that they last a lifetime and you can find high-quality innerspring coils from affordable models to premium crib mattresses. Coil crib mattresses will weigh between 10 and 20 pounds depending on the interior core and cushioning. Anything much heavier than this is the exception, not the norm, for crib mattresses, as you want to easily be able to lift and change crib sheets. A high-density polyurethane foam core that is at least 1.5 pounds per cubic foot. The higher the number of pounds per cubic foot, the firmer the core. Premium foam models include soybean enhanced foam cores made with CertiPUR-US Certified foam, which have been tested for durability and chemicals. Some crib mattresses use a polyester material that are not considered high-density, but are more affordable models for short term use. New ultra-firm and ultra-lightweight models include polyethylene foam, which can weight around 5 pounds. Quality high-density foam crib mattresses typically weigh between 8 and 13 pounds making it easier to lift and change crib sheets and crib mattress pads.
Cushioning inside crib mattresses offer your child comfort, firmness and some can even offer a cooling effect! Hypoallergenic cushioning like polyester, cotton, organic cotton, memory foam, and new innovations like soybean cool gel foam are popular materials used inside baby’s crib mattresses. These materials are more popular and preferred over heavy coconut coir or gray ortho pads. One thing to note about organic cotton is that organic materials or covers can be used, although the entire crib mattress is not made of organic material. A waterproof and easy-clean crib mattress surface is the most important thing to look for. Despite added protection from crib mattress pads, you want to be sure that the mattress cover and binding is waterproof to avoid liquids from seeping inside the crib mattress, which can cause mold and bacteria build up. Vinyl laminate covers are the most popular because of their durability and easy-clean surfaces that don’t allow leaks to seep through at all. If you have any concerns about vinyl covers just look for the GREENGUARD Certification, which means the crib mattress has been tested for chemical emissions and is safe for use with infants.