It is important that children get enough quality sleep each night. It helps them develop both mentally and physically, and keeps them from being grouchy during the day. Whether your child is graduating to their first real bed or is in need of a mattress upgrade, finding a product that will help them sleep comfortably and soundly through the night is very important.
Before choosing a new mattress for your son, daughter, or another child in your life, there are a few important considerations to think about. First, decide whether you are looking for a mattress for a toddler bed, twin bed, full bed, or queen bed. Next, think about whether you think your child would be most comfortable on a traditional innerspring mattress or would sleep more soundly on a memory foam mattress. If your child has allergies you may want to consider mattresses made from organic and hypoallergenic materials or those that are Ceri-PUR-US or OEKO-Tex certified. These options are free from harmful or toxic substances that could be found in other mattresses.
There are a lot of mattresses on the market, and it can be challenging to find the best mattress for kids. Our roundup below will help you narrow down the field of options, so you can make the right choice for your child.
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From LUCID, this 10-inch, twin-size mattress is made using Ceri-PUR-US certified memory foam. Its top layer is 2.5 inches of ventilated gel memory foam, which keeps kids comfortable by increasing their circulation and regulating their body temperature. Under the ventilated memory foam, 1.5 inches of transition foam and 5.5 inches of bamboo charcoal-infused foam provide additional support and stability.
This mattress is a terrific option if you have to get a mattress through tight hallways or carry it up the stairs on your own. Before shipping, the mattress is compressed and rolled up so it will fit easily in a box. Once it arrives, simply roll it out on a box spring or platform bed, and let it expand back to its full size.
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If you’re looking for a comfortable mattress that won’t break the bank, this 6-inch, twin-size spring mattress is worth considering. This innerspring mattress is supportive enough for toddlers and teenagers alike. A comfortable foam layer surrounds the mattress’s heavy-gauge tempered-steel coils, ensuring kids of all ages should get the best night’s sleep possible.
The mattress ships compressed in a box. You should be able to get it to your child’s bedroom without the hassles you’d face with an unboxed mattress.
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This 12-inch mattress from Inofia is a hybrid of springs and pressure-relieving foam. The top layer is made of a breathable fabric that keeps your child cool and will help regulate their temperature. Beneath this cooling layer are six additional layers, including an anti-fire foam layer and a pressure-relieving layer of comfort foam.
Compared to traditional innerspring mattresses, this hybrid option does a better job isolating motion and makes less noise when a child moves around. It also contours to your child’s body better than a traditional innerspring mattress to give them the support they need to feel well-rested in the morning.
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This Linenspa hybrid mattress combines the benefits of innerspring mattresses and memory foam mattresses to help little ones get the rest they need each night. Like traditional innerspring mattresses, this model supports the body well. However, it also has a plush top layer that will contour to a child’s body like a memory foam mattress.
The medium support this mattress provides makes it a comfortable option for children whether they are back, side, or stomach sleepers. The mattress will arrive rolled up and compressed. Simply place it on its platform or frame, unroll it, and wait for it to expand.
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If the child in your life has a queen bed frame, consider this memory foam mattress. This mattress has two layers of memory foam to help support children’s growing bodies; on top of the mattress’s 8-inch core there are 2 inches of transition foam and 2 inches of memory foam.
This mattress is hypoallergenic and will keep pollen, pet dander, dust mites, mold, and other allergens at bay. For that reason, this mattress can be a good choice for children with asthma or allergies.
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The Newton crib and toddler bed mattress is designed to help keep babies and toddlers safe and healthy. Newton’s Breathe-Thru Technology helps improve airflow and regulates your child’s temperature to keep them from overheating.
One of the best things about this mattress is it grows with your child and can be used in both cribs and toddler beds. This product is Greenguard Gold Certified, which means it does not contain formaldehyde, phthalates, or other dangerous volatile organic compounds (VOCs). If your child has an accident in the bed, this mattress is also very easy to clean; the cover is machine washable and the core can be cleaned in the bathtub with a mild detergent.
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The Zinus mattress set includes two innerspring and foam hybrid mattresses. Each mattress has 5-inch supportive steel coils topped with 1 inch of high-density foam. This design makes these mattresses an excellent choice for stomach sleepers.
The foam layer is Ceri-PUR-US certified, so you can be confident you’re providing a safe sleep environment for your child. The mattresses are packaged compressed and packed in a box. Just roll them out, give them 72 hours to fully expand, and they’ll be ready to use.
