How Do You Choose A Good Crib Mattress?
One of the most important things you will buy for your new baby is a crib mattress. Because your newborn will sleep in the crib for a year and sometimes longer, it’s essential to choose a safe and comfortable mattress. Step 1 Measure the crib you’re going to use. The mattress you choose should fit the dimensions of the crib exactly. A mattress that’s spaced too far from the edges of the crib is dangerous: your baby could slip between the side of the crib and mattress. Step 2 Choose a firm foam or innerspring mattress. Foam mattresses come in different thicknesses and densities. Density is more important than thickness. Select foam mattresses with a density of at least 1 1/2 pounds per cubic inch. If the foam mattress doesn’t indicate density, check the density or firmness of the mattress by pressing the tip of your index finger into the middle of the mattress. If your finger indents the foam easily, it’s too soft. If you have to apply some pressure to indent the foam a little, it’s den
