How to choose a mattress for baby

To provide a peaceful sleep for your baby and stay healthy, look for a new mattress and firm. Make sure it fits perfectly to the size of the bed, and that it complies with the requirements of hygiene and safety.

Mattress for baby: good size

Choose a mattress perfectly suited to the dimensions of the bed , either:

- 33 x 72 cm with a cradle;

- 60 or 70 x 120 x 140 cm for a cot.

If the mattress is too small, your baby can get caught in the remaining space.

Attention to the suspension!

The most common are foam mattresses . They have the advantage of being lightweight and easy to handle, which allows you to change multiple sheets.

If you choose a latex mattress, prefer the natural rubber latex for hypoallergenic properties.

The coconut fiber , 100% green, is also a good solution: it prevents allergies and allows air to circulate.

Bet on the density

Your baby should sleep on a mattress firm enough, it offers good support. You must check the density , which is calculated in kg/m3. For toddlers, the usual advice density ranging from 20 to 22 kg/m3.

Good packing is wiser

The lining is the blanket. Choose a mattress with a double-faced cotton side for summer and one in wool for winter.

Side of green materials, choose the bamboo fiber or fiber Tencel cellulose fully biodegradable: they repel bacteria, possess a high absorption capacity and allow the mattress to breathe.

Baby mattress: buy something new that's good

Although the temptation is great to get the mattress of the big brother, do not succumb. For reasons of hygiene it is important to buy a new mattress .

Choose a material preferably hypoallergenic mattress or treated mite, antibacterial, antifungal and anti-mold.

Finally, check that the mattress has a removable cover , washable at 60 ° C.

Safety assured

To reduce the risk of sudden death, choose a mattress firm and airy . Remember also to hold removable baby that keeps your baby on his back.

Make sure the words "consistent with safety requirements" appears.