How to choose a kids mattress

You thought selecting a mattress to suit your sleep needs was difficult? Try finding the best kids mattress for your beloved little ones - now that’s a minefield.

Whether it’s their first proper bed or they’ve just moved into a new bedroom, an ill-matched kids mattress can cause havoc come bedtime. We’re talking a tumult of tantrums, and a night spent together in your bed instead… Which might not be what you want!

But have no fear! Just like your child’s new Superman-styled bed, we’re here to swoop into action to solve your child’s sleeping woes (well, some of them anyway) and get you your bedtime privacy back. And it all starts with finding the best mattress for kids.

From finding the most supportive mattress for kids to choosing the right kids mattress for your little one's age, we take you through our top tips for finding their perfect, cosy fit, below.

After all, we all love waking up feeling refreshed after a good night’s sleep. And for kids, that overnight restoration period is even more important, as they’ve got lots of energy building and growing to do as they snooze.

Want to know more? Take a look at some of the key specs of each kids mattress, below:

For more about the best mattresses for kids, or if you’d like to learn more about firmness and support, take a look at our handy mattress buying guide.

If you’ve got siblings to tend to and little space to do it, then you may have picked up a bunk bed for their shared bedroom. So, what mattress is best here?

Well, most of our mattress types will work for bunk beds, but the trick to finding the best bunk bed mattress is – measure, measure, measure!

As your little ones grow to be not-so-little anymore, their sleep needs develop, too. For you as a parent, it’s about choosing the right kids mattress for their age.

But what does the best mattress for kids, toddlers, and babies look like?

Well, for baby and toddler mattresses, a firm option is often recommended for safe sleep, given their soft and pliable bones. A memory foam mattress is not advised for very young children, however, as the foam contours too closely to their tiny frames.

Then, kids up to 7 years old are best off sitting on the firmer side of the fence. This is peak growing time for your child, so you’ll want to offer the most supportive kids mattress for them.

Children over 7 years old can go softer still, with medium and medium-firm both great options for a good night’s sleep.

Ready to start shopping for the right bed and mattress that will provide the most comfortable night’s sleep for your little one? That’s great! You can find advice for the right bed frame, alongside tips to create a relaxing bedroom, over on our inspiration page!

Alternatively, if you want to keep your home always trending, then you can keep up with the latest interior décor trends on our trend hub!