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FOR AGES 3 YEARS TO 12 YEARS
Children do most of their growing in their sleep, hence why they need so much of it!
A supportive mattress enhances their growth and promotes good posture, but if they’re going to stay in bed all night, it needs to be comfortable as well. There are so many different types of out there and choosing the best mattress for your child can be difficult as we all want our children to have the best night’s sleep possible!
A standard sprung mattress uses open coil springs to spread the weight of your child across the whole mattress, providing excellent support and spinal alignment. Pocket sprung mattresses are slightly more expensive than standard sprung but offer tailored support for your child’s weight and movements. Memory foam can feel warmer than other mattress types and is durable and naturally hypoallergenic. It will also reduce a child’s tossing and turning in the night, and provide great support for them, making it a good option for a child's mattress. Latex mattresses stay cooler during the night and are naturally hypoallergenic and breathable. These are a hit with many parents as they are eco-friendly. Finally, reflex foam mattresses provide solid support for kids through their thick foam and is better value for money than other mattresses. However the support they offer may not be as tailored as others.
Find the best mattress for your child with this list of our top picks, and for more sleep aiding products check out these night lights for children and these baby bedside cots.
This product is great for comfort as it keeps kids cool at night. It also features a replacement zip-off washable cover to make parents' lives easier.
This mattress is a champion of resilience and comfort and will keep your child going for years while still being great value for money. Parents of multiple children will love that it is also suitable for bunk beds.
This mattress is made from just four ingredients: wool, coconut fibre, natural latex and cotton (all organic!). It’s handmade and free from any toxins or harmful chemicals for your child.
This is mattress is great for parents seeking longevity as well as eco-friendly comfort for their child. It’s part of Silentnight’s healthy growth range, meaning it is foam and chemical free.
This chemical-free mattress is made specifically for teenagers, and its organic materials make it extra breathable.
This mattress offers a great combination of benefits, being waterproof, anti-microbial and hypoallergenic. It is also wipe clean, a handy feature that busy parents will surely appreciate, and kids will love the cushioned top layer which provides extra comfort.
These foam mattresses were designed specifically for bunk beds and as it come at a reasonable price, buying two is do-able.
This mattress is a hybrid of gel-infused memory foam and pocket springs. While the memory foam regulates a child’s body temperature, the pocket springs offer great comfort and support. This would be best for a 10-year-old or young teen, as the memory foam evenly supports their body weight.
This is a great mattress for toddler beds because it’s hypoallergenic with layers of foam, for just a little over £100! Offering proper support, the open coil springs give a smooth bounce while staying noiseless, (very important if your toddler is a light sleeper!) but means you can climb in bed with them if need be, without disturbing them when you leave. The edge support is also useful to prevent toddlers from rolling out of bed.
This mattress is great for toddlers with dust allergies and parents with an eco-conscience! Children can keep cool with this mattress thanks to the smart fibre layer designed to regulate temperature and moisture.
This clever mattress for toddler bed can support different stages of development, offering great longevity. Supports either babies or toddlers, depending which side is facing upwards.
The blend of Hampshire wool and cashmere in this top-of-the range pocket sprung mattress makes it a super comfortable night’s sleep. Individual pocket springs on this John Lewis mattress offer great support for kids right to the edge of the mattress.
This Woolroom mattress is great because wool is naturally hypoallergenic, flame resistant and has great temperature and humidity control. This first mattress is designed to last until your child is 12 years old and should stay incredibly comfy due to its pocket sprung core, support pad and layers of wool. The natural temperature and humidity regulation is designed to promote more regenerative, healthy sleep. The only thing you need to remember is to rotate the mattress regularly!
Kidadl Best Buys selects the top parent-recommended products across the web for families of all ages. If you liked our suggestions for the best mattresses for children then why not take a look at these kids' sofa beds, or for more bedroom furnishing try our roundup of the best kids’ desks they’ll love.
Kim Palmer is the founder of hypnotherapy app, Clementine. She lives with her teacher husband and two sons, and is on a mission to help women feel more confident in both the home and the workplace.
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