Kids' Mattresses

Benefits of a children's mattress

Sleep is an important part of your child's life, as it helps with growth, behaviour, learning, memory, and overall mental and physical health. With longer sleep times and frequent napping – compared to adults – it’s crucial that a child’s mattress provides ultimate comfort and support to ensure your little one is getting the best sleep they can.

Choosing a mattress designed for kids gives your little ones the best levels of comfort. Added benefits like waterproof inner covers, anti-allergy materials, and a heat-regulating treatment help to lessen common sleep problems. Making sure your child is comfortable as they sleep not only means they will get good sleep, but you will too.

How do I choose the right size children's mattress?

When it comes to choosing a mattress size, the most important factors you should bear in mind are the height and weight of your child. The mattress will also depend on the age of your child, as this can affect the bed your child is sleeping in. For example, if your child is still young enough to be in a cot, you’ll need a cot mattress. However, for older children who are sleeping in a single bed, you’ll need a mattress to fit this size. Most children are in a single bed by about 4 years old, though all children are different, so don't worry if your little one gets there earlier or later.

A children’s single mattress allows for plenty of growth and is also small enough to make sure your child’s bedroom doesn’t feel too crowded by taking up valuable space that they could otherwise be playing in. If space is an issue, take a look at our guide on storage solutions for children's bedrooms.

How firm should a kids' mattress be?

Just like adults, comfort is the main consideration when choosing a mattress. Our children's mattresses are available in a range of comfort grades and materials, so it's important to get your child's input when choosing the best mattress for them. You should also think about their sleeping position, as this will affect what firmness they need. However, there are also additional considerations when choosing how firm your kids' mattress should be.

Younger children may benefit from sleeping on a firmer mattress. The additional support of a firm mattress will ensure your little one's spine is properly aligned throughout the night.

If your child is prone to moving a lot at night, a mattress that gives reactive support is worth considering. A memory foam mattress can give this additional support and its dense material can work to contain restless limbs.

Bunk bed mattresses

If you're looking for a bunk bed mattress or a mattress for another type of elevated bed, there’s more to consider than just comfort and price. A big factor is the thickness of the mattress as bunk beds often only allow a maximum of 15cm. This ensures the mattress stays below the side safety guards and keeps your little one secure all night long. You can find more information about this in our bunk bed safety guide.

When choosing a kids' mattress, make sure you check the length and width of the bed too. Most elevated bed mattresses need to be at single or euro single size to match the bed in question. Check out our mid and high sleeper bed guide to get more help on picking the right bed and mattress.

If you're still unsure about how to choose the best mattress for your child, check out our kids' mattress buying guide.