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The 9 Best Children’s Mattress – Guidebook

The 9 Best Children’s Mattress – Guidebook

A good mattress is very important for the healthy development of your child’s spine and for a balanced sleep. For this purpose, you can choose from a wide variety of materials as well as various heights and depths . Of particular importance is the degree of hardness, because this determines not only the comfort of the mattress, but also its usefulness.

In our checklist, we will go into more detail about the most important features of the children’s mattress. After that, you can find the best children’s mattresses on the market in our product recommendations.

Checklist For Children Mattresses

Material
  • Breathable materials such as cold foam or foam are ideal for the children’s mattress.
  • In addition, you should pay attention to the GS mark (e.g. Öko Test) for the safety of your child. This guarantees that the mattress contains no harmful substances and therefore poses no danger to your child.
  • Wetness protection is very practical in case one or the other accident happens.
Size/Depth
  • The size of your child is crucial for choosing the optimal size of the mattress . As a rule of thumb, take the size of your child and add 20 cm of height.
  • For babies and toddlers, thin mattresses (about 10 cm) are sufficient, as their body weight is not yet that heavy.
Degree of hardness
  • The degree of firm ness of the mattress should be neither too high nor too low.
  • If the mattress is too soft, there is a risk of suffocation, especially for babies, as they can easily sink in.
  • A mattress that is too hard is harmful to the spine, because it puts strain on it and thus ensures improper development.
  • A medium thickness is optimal. This avoids the risk of suffocation and relieves the spine, so that optimal development can take place.

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We have compiled the best and most interesting children’s mattresses. You can find the list with our product recommendations here.

Baby Mattresses 60×120 cm (up to approx. 3 years)

Children’s Mattresses 70×140 cm (up to approx. 6 years)

Children’s Mattresses 90×200 cm (from approx. 7 years)

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The Best Sellers Of Children’s Mattresses

In a list of bestsellers we have compiled the most popular children’s mattresses for you.

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1 Graco Premium Crib & Toddler Mattress – GREENGUARD Gold Certified, Machine-Washable OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 Certified Cover with Waterproof Surface, Fits Any Standard Full Size Baby Crib & Toddler Bed Graco Premium Crib & Toddler Mattress – GREENGUARD Gold Certified, Machine-Washable OEKO-TEX... No ratings yet
2 EGOHOME 6 Inch Twin Mattress for Kids, Memory Foam Mattress with Cooling Green Tea Gel, Relieve Pressure with Medium Firm Support, CertiPUR-US Certified, 75''L x 38''W, White EGOHOME 6 Inch Twin Mattress for Kids, Memory Foam Mattress with Cooling Green Tea Gel, Relieve... No ratings yet
3 FDW | 8 Inch Twin Mattress | Medium Firm | Gel Memory Foam Mattress | White | Bed in a Box, CertiPUR-US Certified | Pressure Relief, Cooling Ventilated Foam | Washable Removable Cover FDW | 8 Inch Twin Mattress | Medium Firm | Gel Memory Foam Mattress | White | Bed in a Box,... No ratings yet
4 Novilla Twin Mattress, 6 Inch Twin Bed Mattress for Kids, Gel Memory Foam Mattresses for Cooling Night Sleep & Pressure Relief, CertiPUR-US Certified Novilla Twin Mattress, 6 Inch Twin Bed Mattress for Kids, Gel Memory Foam Mattresses for Cooling... No ratings yet
5 Nectar Kids Twin Mattress 8” - 2-Sided Design for Growing Children - Machine Washable Cooling Cover - Pressure Relieving Memory Foam - Fiberglass Free - 365 Night Trial Nectar Kids Twin Mattress 8” - 2-Sided Design for Growing Children - Machine Washable Cooling... No ratings yet
6 Letmxiu Premium Crib & Toddler Mattress,100% Knitted Fabric, Premium Fleece Surface-Hypoallergenic, 5' Thick Firm Soft Crib Mattress, Non-Toxic - Fits Standard Cribs & Toddler Beds Letmxiu Premium Crib & Toddler Mattress,100% Knitted Fabric, Premium Fleece Surface-Hypoallergenic,... No ratings yet
7 Novilla Twin Mattress for Kids, 5 Inch Twin Size Mattresses with Gel-Infused Memory Foam & Pressure-Relieving Foam for Cool Touch & Edge Support Mattress in a Box CertiPUR-US Certified Novilla Twin Mattress for Kids, 5 Inch Twin Size Mattresses with Gel-Infused Memory Foam &... No ratings yet
8 ZINUS 5 Inch Twin Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress [New Version], Fiberglass free, Medium Firm Feel, Zoned Pressure Relief, Certified Safe Foams & Fabric, Mattress in A Box ZINUS 5 Inch Twin Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress [New Version], Fiberglass free, Medium Firm Feel,... No ratings yet
9 OLIXIS Tri-fold Memory Foam Mattress - 3 Inch Twin Size Portable Floor Bed, Foldable Mat for Kids and Adults, Collapsible and Washable Cover with CertiPUR-US Certified, for Travel & Camping & Yoga OLIXIS Tri-fold Memory Foam Mattress - 3 Inch Twin Size Portable Floor Bed, Foldable Mat for Kids... No ratings yet
10 GAESTE 10 Inch Full Cooling Gel Memory Foam Medium Firm Mattress Breathable Pressure Relief CertiPUR-US Certified Foam, Mattress-in-a-Box for Kids and Adults No Fiberglass (Full, 10 in) GAESTE 10 Inch Full Cooling Gel Memory Foam Medium Firm Mattress Breathable Pressure Relief... No ratings yet
11 Twin Mattress, 10 Inch Twin Mattress for Kids,Adult,Pocket Springs for Pressure Relief, Motion Isolation CertiPUR-US Certified, Edge Support,Fiberglass Free,Soft Feel but Supportive,365 Night Trial Twin Mattress, 10 Inch Twin Mattress for Kids,Adult,Pocket Springs for Pressure Relief, Motion... No ratings yet
12 ONENICE 6 Inch Twin Mattress for Kids, Cooling Gel Memory Foam with Plush Removable Pillowtop, CertiPUR-US Certified, Fiberglass-Free, Mattress in a Box for Support & Comfort ONENICE 6 Inch Twin Mattress for Kids, Cooling Gel Memory Foam with Plush Removable Pillowtop,... No ratings yet
13 Avenco 6 Inch Twin Mattress, Foam and Spring Hybrid Mattresses in a Box, Medium Soft, Breathable Fabric & Adaptive Support, CertiPUR-US Certified, Twin Size Mattress in Guest and Kids Bedroom Avenco 6 Inch Twin Mattress, Foam and Spring Hybrid Mattresses in a Box, Medium Soft, Breathable... No ratings yet
14 OUUI 5 Inch Twin Mattress for Kids, Removable Washable Cover Cooling Memory Foam Medium Feel, Bed-in-a-Box, CertiPUR-US Certified OUUI 5 Inch Twin Mattress for Kids, Removable Washable Cover Cooling Memory Foam Medium Feel,... No ratings yet
15 Tiankehan Premium Dual-Sided Baby Crib Mattress and Toddler Mattress - 52' x 27.6' x 5' - Breathable - Firm Soft - Fits Standard Cribs and Toddler Beds Tiankehan Premium Dual-Sided Baby Crib Mattress and Toddler Mattress - 52" x 27.6" x 5" - Breathable... No ratings yet
16 Twin Mattress in a Box, 8 inch Mattresses for Kids Bed Single Size Daybed Individual Bunk, Memory Foam Medium Firm Twin Mattress in a Box, 8 inch Mattresses for Kids Bed Single Size Daybed Individual Bunk, Memory... No ratings yet
17 ZINUS 5 Inch Twin Cooling Essential Memory Foam Mattress [NewVersion], Fiberglass Free, Medium Feel, Breathable Cooling Layers, Certified Safe Materials ZINUS 5 Inch Twin Cooling Essential Memory Foam Mattress [NewVersion], Fiberglass Free, Medium Feel,... No ratings yet
18 Novilla Twin Mattress 6 Inch, Twin Size Memory Foam Mattress for Kids with Breathable Comfort & High-Density Support Foam for Cool Touch & Enhanced Support Mattresses in a Box Novilla Twin Mattress 6 Inch, Twin Size Memory Foam Mattress for Kids with Breathable Comfort &... No ratings yet
19 Novilla Twin Mattress, 10 Inch Twin Hybrid Mattress for Kids, Pocket Innerspring Pillow Top Mattresses for Motion Isolation, Pressure Relief & Edge Support, Medium Firm Feel Novilla Twin Mattress, 10 Inch Twin Hybrid Mattress for Kids, Pocket Innerspring Pillow Top... No ratings yet
20 Novilla 8 inch Twin Mattress for Kids,Foam and Spring Hybrid Mattresses Twins for Comfortable Sleep,Steel Coils for Durable Support,CertiPUR-US Certified Foam,Youth/Guest Rooms,Twin Mattress in a Box Novilla 8 inch Twin Mattress for Kids,Foam and Spring Hybrid Mattresses Twins for Comfortable... No ratings yet

Current Offers Of Children Mattresses

You can find the best current offers on children’s mattresses in this list.

FAQ About Kids Mattresses

What to look for in a good kids mattress?

The optimal size of the mattress is 20 cm plus the body height. You should also pay attention to the degree of hardness (optimally medium) and the test seal (e.g. Stiftung Warentest). In terms of material, foam or cold foam are ideal as well as breathable.

Children’s mattress: What size?

When choosing the right size of a mattress, the age of the child is crucial:
– 60×120 cm and 70×140 cm: At the age of 0 to 3 years
– 70×140 cm and 70×160 cm: At the age of 4 to 7 years
– 90×200 cm and above: From 8 years and depending on the height of the body.

How high should a children’s mattress be?

For babies and toddlers, a height of about 10 cm is sufficient, as they hardly sink in with their relatively low body weight. For children over 4 years, the height should be increased due to the increasing body weight.

Why a children’s mattress?

One is especially important because the child’s spine is not yet fully developed. Accordingly, your child needs a mattress that yields in specific places, this provides a children’s mattress.

How hard should a children’s mattress be?

The children’s mattress should be neither too hard nor too soft, i.e. in the middle range.

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