One of the most recurrent doubts when preparing everything necessary to welcome a new baby into the family is what the crib mattress should be like.
At bedtime, the baby must be safe (avoiding the risk of sudden death, spinal problems or risk of allergies) and must also be comfortable. So the crib mattress must meet a series of requirements.
Babies need many hours of sleep for their proper development, so they spend many hours in the crib.
Unlike mattresses for children or adults,Baby mattresses should be very firm. A soft sleeping surface poses a choking hazard and several studies have shown can increase choking syndrome sudden infant death.
Another essential factor is that it must be the right size. One A crib mattress that is too large for the size of the crib could also be dangerous, as it could get trapped between the frame and the mattress.
We must also take into account that a baby will often dirty the sheets so we will save long if the outer mattress cover is removable and can be machine washed.
On the other hand, we must also take into account that it is a breathable mattress, since these, they allow better air circulation within their structure. In addition, these types of mattresses tend to accumulate less bacteria.
All materials such as the cover and textiles, as well as those used to make the mattress, must be hypoallergenic materials. The baby’s skin is very delicate and any type of tissue that is not cared for in this regard could pose a problem for him.
Remember that the baby should always sleep on his back and with his head tilted and never too warm.
The important thing is that whatever crib mattress you buy, it must cover all the fundamental needs for the rest of the little one, so in our mattress store in Malaga, we put at your disposal our team of professionals who will advise you on the best choice.
