Crib Mattress Pad Buying Tips

Why does your baby need a crib mattress pad? There are several reasons why I personally think mattress pads are an important component for your baby's nursery.

The major reasons include:

Protect your mattress from small accidents and dust
Provide warmth by insulating from the mattress itself
Gives your baby a bit of a softer sleeping surface to sleep on

When I bought Samantha's first crib mattress, not only did I make a poor buying decision, but I also didn’t bother investing in a quality mattress pad. Both the mattress and the crib sheets were not waterproof. Well, I’m sure you know what happened next. Accident!

I learned quickly and the hard way from that mistake.

Here are a few more things you should keep in mind when buying a mattress pad:

Make sure the mattress pad that you choose is not too puffy
It should fit snugly around the mattress
Contain quality straps or wraparound skirt to keep the pad in place

The two mattress pads that I recommend are manufactured by Sealy, and Baby Luxe.

Here are some reviews for the sealy crib mattress pad. I hope you find it helpful.

One of the most popular mattress pads is a produced by Priva. It is extra soft and absorbs leaks quite well.

Another reliable mattress pad is the reversible quilted mattress pad by Continental.

There are a lot of crib mattresses out there that contain covers that are not very comfortable. A pad seems to solve that issue.

Listed below are the important features:

Absorbs leaks very well, leaving the baby mattress dry and clean
Very soft 100% cotton woven quilted surface
Polyester fill
Machine washable
Elasticized skirt keeps the pad in place
Snug fit
Durable

I believe one of the most important features to look for is whether the pad fits properly. Customer reviews indicate that a quality pad is not always 100% cotton. Sometimes the interior is composed of polyester, while the waterproof bottom layer is vinyl. If you are not looking for a pad made of organic fibers, then these Quilted Crib Mattress Pads may be a reliable choice.

I've said it before and I'll say it again, it's more important to have a quality mattress and pad than it is to have a nice looking baby crib. Spend your money wisely.

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