So, I've searched and I've found a lot of info about cribs, but so far haven't found anything about mattresses. My mom and I picked out a crib we both like (she's paying, so it was important we both liked it), and I just realized that said crib also needs a mattress inside of it! I looked around online and it is very confusing...how good of a mattress does a baby really need?
There is a HUGE range of prices for these! I know when purchasing the mattress for our bed the experts went on and on about springs and support and comfort and yadda yadda, but that's more because we're adults and DH has a bad back...is there anything I NEED in a crib mattress? Or just something that fits the size of the crib?
Re: Mattress for Crib?
We got ours from Target for around $50 I believe.
Eta we picked a mattress with a waterproof exterior, so even though we use a w.p. mattress pad we don't have to worry about the mattress getting wet.
DD 12/20/99, DS 12/14/12, M/C 9/2014, M/C 1/2015
Organic crib mattresses do not contain harmful chemicals but still have a waterproof layer on top. We bought a Naturepedic one and it has been fantastic for my first daughter.
Organic and chemical free mattresses are significantly more expensive but babies spend most of their time on them so, for me, it's the most important piece of furniture or equipment. Our 15 month olds still spend about 14 hours a day with their little faces smashed right up against the things.
I think safety 1st heavenly dreams is the safe cheap crib mattress for a newborn baby.This mattress is sold under $60 dollars which is good for money. Below is a list of the some best crib mattress
1. Safety 1st Heavenly Dreams crib mattress-Best-selling safe and cheap crib mattress on the market
2. Sealy Baby Firm Rest Crib Mattress,which is waterproof crib mattress
3.Naturepedic No Compromise Organic Cotton Classic Crib Mattress –Best organic/natural crib mattress
4. Moonlight Slumber Little Dreamer Mattress-Best rated(4.7) mattress on amazon.
5. Sealy Soybean Foam Core –Best crib mattress for toddler
Source: https://thebestbabycribs.com/best-baby-crib-mattress-reviews/