The little ones in the house spend more than half a day sleeping, so the baby crib mattress should be one of your priorities when buying everything you will need. Investing in a good rest is ensuring the health and safety of your little angel .
What do you think if we see the key aspects that you should take into account when choosing your mattress?
Qualities of a good baby crib mattress
The needs of children at bedtime are not the same as those of an adult. Babies, while they sleep, grow and develop, therefore, need the best to rest.
The Spanish Association of Pediatrics points out that the baby mattress "must be hard" , to prevent the little one from sinking, as well as "resistant and breathable" . He also points out that the measurements are very important, because if there are gaps between the mattress and the walls of the crib, the baby can get trapped by a limb.
On the other hand, the AEP does not position itself before a specific type of mattress, which is why it states that it can be made of springs, latex or viscoelastic . Although he does advise "putting the mattress in a zippered cover" and using a protector.
For all these reasons, to choose a good baby mattress you need to take into account a series of characteristics that it must meet. Do we see them?
firmness and comfort
As the AEP advises, it is necessary to take this point into account, since if a mattress is too soft, it can trap the little one. For this reason, it must be able to move but without sinking . If the firmness of the mattress is little or none, it could cause damage to the baby's head, such as plagiocephaly.
You should know that the degree of density does not always define the firmness of the mattress . For this reason you should consult an expert on these issues, since, depending on the material you choose, the ideal density of the mattress for the baby may vary .
What we can assure you is that it must be classified as a minimum of semi-firm . If it is not very firm, it can excessively sink the little one and if it is too firm, it can put excessive pressure on it.
A high degree of firmness in the baby mattress can lead to respiratory problems or increase the risk of sudden death . For this reason, your mattress must distribute the weight of the baby's head evenly.
Hygienic and breathable materials
The type of material with which the mattress is made is also very important. Make sure that the baby mattress complies with the regulations and always look for it to contain a quality certificate .
Alondra advises you
One of the most important certificates is the OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 . These types of seals guarantee that no substance harmful to health has been used. For this reason, it is very common to find this seal or certificate on baby clothes or other textile products.
On the other hand, the breathability of the surface is essential to ensure the ventilation of the mattress. The more breathable it is, the more hygienic , since air will circulate better and prevent the accumulation of harmful organisms. In addition, it will better regulate the temperature and avoid the danger of suffocation .
size and thickness
The document UNE-EN 716-1:2018+AC Crib and folding cribs of a domestic one for children. Part 1: Safety requirements , which is regulated by European regulations, points out that there should be no gaps greater than 30 mm between the mattress and any side or headboard of the cot.
Although it may be an obvious matter, it is recommended that the mattress and the internal surface of the crib contain the same measurements . In this way, any type of hole or groove is avoided through which a baby's limb can pass.
On the other hand, the height or thickness of the mattress must be between 10 and 15 cm . With less thickness, the mattress can be uncomfortable and, if it is thicker, it does not mean that it will have greater benefits for the little one.
Types of mattresses
Focusing on what is dictated by the Spanish Association of Pediatrics, we are going to briefly explain three types of mattresses for baby cribs.
docks
This type of mattresses provide great firmness . On the other hand, they must contain padding that offers good adaptability. Otherwise they may be too harsh.
One of the greatest benefits of spring mattresses is that, due to the space between these mechanisms, they have very good breathability .
Latex
Being a natural material, latex helps to regulate the baby's temperature and is usually very breathable. It is a flexible and adaptable material, so it accompanies the movements and shape of the baby.
However, since it is a natural material, it must have a series of more special and frequent care than the rest.
- It is advisable to use it on a slatted bed base to facilitate ventilation.
- It should be aired once a month, without any type of cover or sheet.
- It must be turned over at least once a month to resume its shape and recover the properties of the used side.
viscoelastic
The viscoelastic material, for its part, is a highly breathable synthetic . In addition, the viscoelastic baby crib mattress offers a series of very specific benefits.
On the one hand, with the right firmness, it favors the correct development of the baby's spine in the early years . On the other hand, being highly breathable, it greatly facilitates air circulation and, therefore, makes the temperature perfect for the little one .
Alondra baby crib mattresses
At Alondra we always give the option of adding the mattress as a pack as a complement to our cribs and beds. In this way, you have everything you need in the final price of your purchase and thus you should not worry about anything else.
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Memory foam mattress for Alondra crib
The viscoelastic mattresses that we have at Alondra have the OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 quality certificate that we told you about earlier. Let's see its features:
- Double cover: padded outer cover with a soft touch and protective inner cover in knitted fabric.
- Memory foam: contains a 1.5 cm block of memory foam on each side. Therefore, the total block of viscoelastic is 3 cm.
- Reversible, can be used on both sides.
- 20 Kg/m3 (density) block foam core.
Available sizes of the Alondra viscoelastic mattress for babies
Alondra organic crib mattress
And we saved the best for last!
As a more sustainable and current option for baby crib mattresses, there are also those made with organic materials, such as ours with soy extract .
The benefits of this type of mattress is that they are hypoallergenic, therefore they avoid allergic reactions or problems caused by bacteria . They are also made with ecological products and are highly breathable.
Do we see its features?
- Extra soft, hypoallergenic fabric. 100% cotton.
- Fabric with antibacterial treatment that keeps the mattress in optimal hygienic conditions for longer and prevents the appearance of bad odors.
- Removable cover with perimeter zipper.
- BIO block core 32 Kg/m3 with soy extract.
Available sizes of the Alondra baby organic mattress
We can only remind you that the baby crib mattress is one of the most important things when it comes to preparing the environment for your little one. Your rest is crucial for the perfect development. So, if you must choose, prioritize investing in the best mattress for your baby. With all this information, you are sure to be right! ;).
