Choosing the right mattress for your baby can be a
confusing business. You want a product that is stylish and comfortable,
but you also demand a mattress that's safe and hygienic.

The Right Choice of Filling
The choice of filing for your baby or toddlers mattress has to
be one of teh most important considerations when choosing a suitable
candidate.
There are basically 4 types of filling available (varies between
manufaturers)
Foam: Is usually a specially
developed grade of polyurethane foam for nursery products. It should be
manufactured without the use of antimony, arsenic or phosphorous.
Springs: Help to promote
hygiene, increases air flow and regulation of body temperature.
Coir Fibre: Normally 100%
natural filling and environmentally friendly. Manufactured from natural
fibres bonded with natural lates (varies between manufacturers).
Provides a naturally 'springy' feel but is still resilient, durable and
breathable.
Wool: Is a soft luxurious
sleeping surface. Look out for the premium range of mattresses which
will often include 100% natural wool for superior comfort. Its a
material that regulates body temperature and moisture thus creating a
healthy sleeping environment.
Mattress Covers
With such a great choice of mattresses on the market its quite easy to
overlook the importance of the mattress cover. You should always
try to find a removable, machine washable air-permeable cover for the
simple reason that they are easy maintenance and create a soft and
comfortable sleeping environment for your baby.
Sleeping Tips
The better your baby sleeps the better you'll sleep. A cot or cot bed mattress should be
comfortable and supportive. You should like for a mattress that is
suitable for the feet-to-foot sleeping position recommended by health
professionals and all come with a range of washable covers.
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Childs Play Sussex is an online baby and nursery
store with several years experience selling infant products. We are
putting together a series of informative articles to aid parents when
making important decisions about the pros and cons of different
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