What is a Crib Sheet?
A crib sheet is usually a fitted sheet that is used on crib mattresses. These sheets come in a variety of fabrics, patterns and there can also be some differences in crib sheet sizes. You may have to look for special crib sheets if you have a round crib, a portacrib or travel crib. It’s also a good idea to put something below a crib sheet, like a mattress cover or a puddle pad, because babies are prone to nighttime accidents and wetting, which can endanger crib mattresses. Basic crib sheet types for standard sized rectangular cribs are easy to find and can be relatively inexpensive. You will pay more if you buy certain designer sheets, and if thread count on the sheets is higher. Most parents look for sheets that are 100% cotton, and these can be conveniently priced. One recent new type of fabric offered is cotton knit, which can be soft and easy to place on a mattress. Other fabrics used are typically flat cotton materials without stretch or cotton flannel. Cotton tends to be preferab
