Best mattresses to help kids sleep in their own beds

A good night’s sleep is important for everyone, of course. But it’s particularly important for children. Not only does bad sleep make life more difficult for parents — hello temper tantrums — but poor sleep can also have a lasting impact on a kids’ long term health and well beingStudies have shown that kids who get enough sleep have better attention, behavior, learning, memory, and overall mental and physical health. In addition, for infants, unsafe sleep conditions can increase the risks of SIDS.

This means that for parents, choosing the right mattress for their little one is a very big deal. But how do you pick the right mattress for your child?  Read more...

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BEST FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS

Newton Baby Crib Mattress

Breathable, comfortable, and safe, Newton Baby’s Crib Mattress is a great all-around crib mattress that will last your little one until they’re ready for their big kid bed.

• Sizes: Standard Crib or Mini Crib
• Sleep Trial: 100 nights

$249.99 from Newton Baby

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BEST BUDGET CRIB MATTRESS

Graco Deluxe Foam Crib and Toddler Bed Mattress

This high-quality crib mattress in a box is a great, safe choice for parents on a budget.

• Sizes: Crib
• Sleep trial: None

$69.99 from Target

IMAGE: Nest Bedding

BEST FIRST BIG KID BED MATTRESS

Nest BKB (Big Kid's Bed)

This mattress is designed specifically to keep little sleepers comfortable.

• Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full
• Sleep trial: 100 nights

$299 from Nest Bedding

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BEST FOR GROWING KIDS

Saatva Youth Mattress

This mattress adapts as children grow, making it the perfect “big kid bed” mattress choice.

• Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full
• Sleep trial: 120 Nights

$699 from Saatva

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BEST VALUE MATTRESS

Nectar Memory Foam Mattress

The Nectar is breathable, affordable, and comes with a year-long trial period.

• Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full (and more)
• Sleep trial: 365 Nights

$499 from Nectar

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BEST ECO-FRIENDLY CHOICE

Avocado Mattress

If you’re looking for something organic or vegan, Avocado mattresses are the ones for you.

• Sizes: Crib, Twin, Twin XL, Full (and more)
• Sleep trial: 100 Nights

$299 from Avocado Green Mattress

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BEST COOLING MATTRESS

Tuft & Needle Original Mattress

Made of two layers of open-cell foam with added graphite and cooling gel, T&N’s original mattress is a great cooling mattress for your child.

• Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full (and more)
• Sleep trial: 100 Nights

$315 from Tuft & Needle

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