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How to choose a cot bed mattress

Our expert guide on choosing your baby’s first mattress

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Transitioning your little one into their own bedroom? Or perhaps you’re getting the nursery ready ahead of their arrival.

Discover our guide on choosing your baby’s first mattress, from the top features to consider to maintenance and cleaning tips for greater longevity over your child’s early years.

Where should my baby sleep?

For your baby’s safety, the best sleeping environment is a separate, flat surface, such as a bedside crib or Moses basket, as advised by The Lullaby Trust. It's recommended that your little one sleeps in the same room as you, both during the day and at night, for at least their first six months.

After this period, many parents choose to transition their baby to their own bedroom, using a cot bed and baby mattress as they outgrow their bedside crib or Moses basket.

What should I look for when choosing a mattress?

When choosing a baby mattress there are some key factors to consider to ensure the safest, most comfortable night’s sleep for your little one.

Firmness

Look for a mattress that’s firm enough to provide enough support for your baby. The mattress should not indent when your baby lies on it.

Size

Ensure the mattress you choose is the correct fit for your cot bed. All Silver Cross TrueFit™ mattresses measure 140cm x 70cm, fitting securely inside Silver Cross cot beds as well as standard-size cot beds from other brands.

Material

Opt for non-toxic and hypoallergenic materials to ensure the most natural sleep environment. You should also consider the breathability of the mattress. Good airflow will help to regulate your baby’s temperature and reduce the risk of overheating. If the mattress includes a water-resistant lining or a machine washable cover, it will provide greater longevity and easier cleaning when accidents happen.

The Silver Cross TrueFit™ mattress collection

Crafted with our signature edge-to-edge TrueFit™ corners, hypoallergenic materials and machine washable covers, Silver Cross TrueFit™ mattresses will offer night-long comfort as they grow. With a choice of single-sided, reversible and dual-sided designs available, there’s a baby mattress to suit every family’s needs.

TrueFit™ Eco Fibre Cot Bed Mattress

With an eco-fibre core, crafted from recycled content, to aid breathability and regulate temperature, and a super soft knitted lining, it’s the perfect choice for the environmentally conscious parent. Featuring our TrueFit™ edge-to-edge corners for a secure fit inside your cot and a firm core for safe sleep, the mattress can be used from baby to toddler.

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TrueFit™ Reversible Pocket Spring Cot Bed Mattress

Including a pocket spring core for reactive full body support, the cot bed mattress’ sprung structure aids air circulation and breathability throughout the night. With its reversible design and removable, machine washable cover, the cot bed mattress offers greater longevity as your little one grows. Our TrueFit™ edge-to-edge corners complete the mattress for the most secure fit inside your cot bed.

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TrueFit™ Dual-Sided Pocket Spring Cot Bed Mattress

The TrueFit™ Dual-Sided Pocket Spring Cot Bed Mattress provides double the support from infant to toddler. With a natural coconut coir surface offering firm support for babies up to 18 months, and a softer foam surface designed for toddlers, it’s the most premium choice for every sleep stage. Breathable, hypoallergenic and moisture-wicking, the dual-sided mattress provides ultimate comfort all night long. With our signature TrueFit™ edge-to-edge corners, the mattress will fit neatly and securely into your cot bed.

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What are the care instructions on Silver Cross mattresses?

Before first use we recommend that you air your mattress in a well-ventilated room for 36 hours prior to use. Once aired, the mattress can be securely fit inside your cot bed. All Silver Cross mattresses feature a removable, machine washable cover, with the Reversible Dual-Sided mattress also including a waterproof membrane for added protection against leaks and accidents. 

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