Children's mattresses

Good sleep is an essential component in shaping the health of the child, which is why many parents wonder about the right choice of a place to sleep for their children. Choosing a comfortable bed is only half the battle, it is important to find and choose the right mattress.

The main feature of the children's mattress is that it is designed for low weight, while it is much thinner than adult products. Also, in the manufacture of products for children, softer springs are used, the height, respectively, will be lower than that of an “adult” mattress by 7-16 cm. Another important factor will be the material from which the product is made - it must be hypoallergenic , so as not to harm the health of the child.

Orthopedic mattresses for beds should be chosen only by doctor's prescription, as the term "orthopedic" means that the product is intended to treat and correct any deficiencies. You can put a preventive mattress in the child’s crib, he will take care of the baby’s health remarkably, will maintain the right body position no matter what the sleep duration of the child. If a product is chosen for a newborn, then you should not choose a soft model, it will not be able to support the child’s still weak back. A good option would be a hard mattress.

Also pay attention to the design of the product, At present, preference is given to the spring mattress, foam and cotton have faded into the background. Spring mattresses have their own versions: either the springs cling to each other, or the design is represented by independent springs. For baby beds, it is better to choose the last option, since each spring in such a mattress is in the bag, the body weight is distributed evenly, the springs do not cling to each other and are not pressed in different places.

At different ages, the child must have different needs; therefore, there are standard sizes with which the right products are selected for each age. For newborn babies, there are special products, as a rule, their dimensions are 50 x 60 cm. For older babies, mattresses with sizes from 120 x 60, 140 x 60 and up to 110 x 60 cm are usually selected. As soon as a child gets older, you can choose a product larger in size - 140 x 70 or 150 x 70 cm, it all depends on the size of the child and his sleep habits. Currently, the market is filled with different types of mattresses, their sizes also fluctuate, so finding the right one is not difficult.

As soon as it is time to send the child to school, then it is also time to update his bed with a mattress. Entry into a new life will be associated with some kind of stress, the need for healthy sleep and good rest will increase significantly.When purchasing a product for a schoolchild's bed, you should focus on sizes ranging from 160 x 70, 170 x 60 and up to 130 x 80, 160 x 80, 170 x 80 cm. In adolescence during the period of active changes, a teenager needs a properly chosen mattress, height it should be at least 14 cm. Since during this period children grow especially actively, you can choose the appropriate size of the bed and mattress: 180 x 80, 190 x 80 or 90 x 190 cm.

There are several types of mattresses, one of the most common and comfortable is the so-called double-sided mattress. It is a product made from composite materials. As a rule, on the one hand, the product will be harder, this side is made of coconut chips, and a thermofiber is also used. The second side of the mattress is softer, it is made from polyurethane foam, as well as latex. The field of birth the baby sleeps where the mattress is harder,this contributes to the formation of a correct posture at the earliest stage of its development, when the child reaches the year, it can be safely shifted to a softer side.

Such a decision can significantly save the family budget, you can use this mattress until you decide to purchase a bigger bed. Also, the mattress with the so-called summer and winter side can be called double-sided: special covers contribute to this. “Summer” is made from cotton or flax, and “winter” is usually made from wool, thereby adding an additional heating element.

Another type of mattress can be considered folding, It will be interesting to those who want to save space. This product consists of three parts, although outwardly it does not differ from the ordinary product. In the set there is a special cover for the mattress, which protects it from pollution. Such a model, of course, has its advantages: it has small dimensions, is moisture resistant, has a modest value, which also applies to the advantages of space saving.The product is made of polyurethane or latex, which allows it to perfectly pass air.

Mattresses must be selected strictly according to the shape of the bed for which they are intended. Therefore, along with the usual rectangular or square, there is an oval and round variation. Pick up the product in accordance with the dimensions of the bed is needed for a more comfortable sleep, for cots this is especially important, since the child’s posture is formed in the dream.

Although outwardly such mattresses are different from the usual ones, they can be made from the same materials: coconut coir or latex. In addition to monolithic materials, spring blocks can also be used in manufacturing, such mattresses can have orthopedic properties along with rectangular ones. If you need a more budget option, you can choose foam filler, do not forgetWhat is a product can be performed only under an individual order.

An interesting invention of recent times was children's mattresses in the shape of a cocoon. Their peculiarity is that they will be more complementary than a full-fledged mattress. They are made as a cocoon, have a depression in the middle, into which the newborn is placed. This option is only suitable for the youngest children, as soon as the baby gets a little stronger, you can shift it into a regular bed with a standard product.

The mattress-cocoon is made with the calculation of the conditions in which the baby was in the womb: it has depressions and bends familiar to the baby. It is made from soft materials, supports the child from all sides. In order for the newborn in no case to fall out of the cocoon, on it manufacturers were specially equipped with retaining straps, but not for each model.

An important step in the purchase of a mattress will be the choice of the right filler for it. If you do a large-scale separation, then there are spring and springless options. The merits of the former have already been mentioned before; now it is possible to reveal the second category in more detail. When choosing a springless mattress, first of all you should pay attention to its filler. There are various options on the market:

• Coconut cloth (coir) - layers of fibers with latex impregnation. Such products are characterized by increased rigidity, and it all depends on the thickness of the coir layer. Interestingly, coir is also used to regulate stiffness and in spring mattresses, and if only coconut portions were used to make it, it was not inferior in rigidity even to concrete. A mattress made of coconut coir will be an ideal option for children up to 3 years old, because it is at this age that stiffness is needed to form a correct posture, then it will need to be changed.
• Foam rubber - one of the most popular fillers of economy class, it is impossible to say that mattresses with such filler are natural or hypoallergenic.Such products very quickly lose their shape and become useless, and can also crumble. The undoubted advantage will be only the price and convenience during transportation - it easily rolls into a roll or folds.

• Holofiber - a relatively recent invention, the material is a fiber of many small springs, which are empty polyester fibers. The advantage of this filler can be that it is perfectly breathable, but at the same time retains heat, does not preserve odors and is hypoallergenic.
• Latex - one of the most common fillers, can be natural or artificial, with a very elastic, remembers the shape of the body of a sleeping person. Mattresses filled with such material are presented in the middle price segment, which, undoubtedly, plays into their hands, they are also distinguished by good heat regulation. Latex itself is very elastic and wear-resistant, products from it can last about 20 years.

When choosing a mattress, it is also necessary to proceed from the age of the child, because at different times the child’s body has different needs.However, many experts say that not enough comfortable sleep, arising due to improperly mattress, leads to the fact that the child is not sufficiently relaxed. This, in turn, can lead to certain problems with the spine.

Thus, we can not overestimate the importance of the correct choice of product in accordance with the age of the baby:

• For a newborn an excellent option would be a product from coconut coir, it will be tough enough to help avoid deformation of the internal organs of the baby. Moreover, these mattresses dry very quickly due to their ability to circulate air. The optimum thickness of the mattress for a newborn will be 7-6 cm, in general it varies from 3 to 9 cm. For a better baby’s comfort, you can choose a cotton mattress topper.
• For kids who have grown up to a year You can choose a mattress softer, a springless variation of polyurethane or latex will be a good option. The signal for changing the mattress can be the fact that the baby will independently turn over on its side, it will be inconvenient for him to sleep on a very hard product. Stiffness decreases with age of the baby, for 3.5 years you can pick up the average.The parameters must necessarily coincide with the dimensions of the child's bed. You can choose springless mattresses or products on springs "Bonnel". It is worth paying attention to the fact that the bed will now become an additional playground, so you need to choose a sufficiently elastic product, moreover, durable.

• For a child who has reached the age of 7, also suitable latex mattresses of medium hardness or spring products, but you should pay attention to their size, they must match with the bed. A good choice would be an elastic product consisting of independent springs.
• In adolescence It is especially important to pay attention to the correctly chosen mattress, at this age there is an intensive formation of the musculoskeletal system, the spine is actively growing. In this regard, the back of the child needs good support, which can provide a hard mattress, its thickness should be about 14 cm. The springless version with latex or foam filling will fit again. If the child has problems with the spine, then it is necessary to choose an orthopedic mattress according to the recommendations of the doctor.

Speaking about the ranking of the best manufacturers of mattresses, it makes sense to divide them by age factor. For each age you need your own product - manufacturers for each type are different:

• For newborns the firm produces the best mattresses "Afalina Bay-Bay". They are good because they have a sandwich construction - they include natural coke coir and latex, as well as synthetic foam rubber. Such interesting characteristics allow the mattress to change under the weight of the baby only along, while not harming the immature musculoskeletal system. Also included is a cover on the product, it is produced as a double-sided, does not smell of glue, because the layers are bonded in another way.
• In the same fairly high price segment, and manufacturers are Italbaby jolly plusThey produce mattresses for older children. Although their content is completely unnatural (polyurethane), they are rather high-quality manufacturers. Fillers are hypoallergenic, hard, an additional advantage is that they are orthopedic. Synthetic filling promotes good ventilation, in such a product dust does not accumulate, and parasites do not start.The disadvantage of this product is that it is one-sided.

• Lapsi cocolatex lux - German manufacturers, their mattresses are very expensive, the main components of the filling are latex and coconut coir. Also, the product has a so-called memory effect, which will allow the baby to sleep more comfortably. The set contains a cover on the mattress with a breathable effect. However, the fact that the mattress is produced according to the European standard may become its minus, it has non-standard dimensions and may not be suitable for domestic cribs.
• Russian company "Ormatek" produces spring children's mattresses with a very reasonable price, the products are made for children from 1 year. The mattress has a layer of latex fiber and a set of independent springs. Despite this, many note the unpleasant odor that occurs during operation. Also, this product is not hard enough for newborns and has a not very durable mattress topper.

• For children under 4 years old, mattresses will be a great option. Traumeland snowflake. The product is expensive, but has many advantages: the filler is represented by an industrial miracle - cold foam, which contributes to good air permeability.Also, the mattress has a strong and high side, a special cover that does not allow moisture.
• The most budgetary version of the product for a child from 4 years can be a product from the manufacturer. Plitex Junior. Despite the fact that it is very cheap, the material used for its manufacture was natural - coconut coir and natural latex for impregnation. Also, the product has orthopedic properties and cotton cover.

In order to choose the right mattress, you should pay attention to reviews of people who have already acquired this or that brand and will be able to describe all the advantages and disadvantages real use:

• For the company "Afalina Bai-Bai " positive feedback is mainly characteristic, it is noted that the mattress is hard enough for a comfortable sleep of the child, and also has a comfortable cover and does not contain unpleasant odors. It is also noted that the product is well made and very wear-resistant.
• Mattresses Italbaby Jolly plus have their main advantage in resilience and elasticity. Also, the positive side of the operation is that the child does not sweat and is comfortable for him to sleep on such a mattress.An additional advantage is that many consider it a synthetic filler - there are no ticks in it, and it promotes air circulation well, and it dries well and quickly.

• Lapsi Cocolatex Lux products have mostly positive reviews, it is noted that the mattress is very high quality, and the zipper cover is easy to remove and put in order. Also, positive reviews are found on the stiffness of the mattress, the absence of foreign aromas and pleasant to touch fabric mattress pad.
• "Ormatek"According to reviews, it produces quite good mattresses, however, many people had to get rid of the smell of glue for a long time, and they also said that moisture is practically not absorbed. The advantages of the products of this company are called a convenient case and the fact that they are two-sided, which makes it possible to adjust the rigidity.

• Traumeland snowflake has a lot of positive reviews: note the elasticity, the ability to take the shape of the body of the baby and a nice touch upholstery. The cover is also easy to wash, however, the mattress does not do a good job of absorbing moisture. Many people note a peculiar kind of filling - foam rubber, but rather strong and well conducting air and heat.
• About mattresses "Plitex Junior" respond positively in the context of cheapness, however, the materials used in its manufacture, really natural. The mattress has several sides of different stiffness, which allows it to be adjusted. Many people call this company's product the best value for money.

How to choose a children's mattress, see the following video.