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In the excitement of buying baby furniture, most parents usually focus on buying the more exciting and fashionable types of baby furniture, like baby cribs, strollers and car seats – leaving buying a baby crib mattress as an afterthought. However, purchasing a mattress should be given the same importance as purchasing other any other baby furniture. Not only do babies spend most of the day on the mattress – it supports their growing bones, too.

Finding a suitable mattress for a crib is not that difficult these days, since most cribs and mattresses are now being manufactured in standard sizes. But still, it is always important to check the fitting when buying one. Having a mattress one size too small can pose great dangers for your little one; so make sure that there are no obvious gaps, and that you are only able to fit one finger between the mattress edge and the crib.

There are two kinds of baby crib mattress.

Foam mattresses are usually preferred by parents, because they come in at the lowest price. They also weigh less, which is great when you’re trying to lift it while changing wet sheets in the middle of the night.

Innerspring mattresses on the other hand are heavier and more expensive than their foam counterpart, but they are firmer and retain their shape longer. Always ask for the number of innerspring coils, as a higher spring count definitely means a firmer mattress.

Whether choosing to buy either foam or innerspring mattress, make sure to buy a firm and dense one. Although soft and downy mattresses look very comfortable and inviting to adults, babies need mattresses firm enough to support their growing bones. Soft mattresses also make it hard for them to lift their heads up in case they turn over, and they accidentally choke or drown them.

The next thing to consider is the baby crib mattresses’ cover. Most mattress covers are made of multiple layers or quilted vinyl. The durability and water – resistance of the mattress depends on the layers that it has. Look at the seams to see that the covers are sealed or sewn together durably. Weak seams tend to burst open after months of use. Some mattresses come with an anti-microbial top or have allergy – reducing covers. Mattresses with these extra specialties have a heftier price tag than baby crib mattresses with just the ordinary feature.

It is also important to check the vents when buying a mattress for your baby. Some mattresses have air vents, while others don’t. Air – vents are often found around or at the ends of the mattress, and this makes the air move in and out of the mattress. They also prevent the mattress covers from bursting once the baby or toddler starts jumping around, as they release air pressure from inside the mattress.

Another consideration when buying a baby crib mattress is the price. Prices can vary from cheap ones to irrationally expensive. Expensive mattresses do not necessarily mean that they’re best ones, but nor should you compromise your baby’s safety with settling for the cheapest one around. The rule of thumb when buying a mattress for a crib is to look around, compare mattresses and inspect them with great care. No matter what your mattress choice is, whether you pick ordinary ones or ones with added benefits – it really doesn’t matter. As long as the mattress fits the crib, is sensibly firm and is durably made – then it’s good and safe for your baby.

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