https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sat, 02 May 2026 05:51:01 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631625 Tue, 04 Oct 2016 10:59:17 +0000 Goldengirl 2631625@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@RonjaL7: Yah I might just keep it for that to not have to bother with lining up and returning it... luckily only cost 10 bucks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631479 Tue, 04 Oct 2016 06:51:11 +0000 RonjaL7 2631479@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Goldengirl: of course it is totally up to you, but for diaper changes and things where you are watching the baby something that is non-breathable would be fine. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631351 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:58:37 +0000 Goldengirl 2631351@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@RonjaL7: I bought one of these which I thought would do the job and could be multi-purpose <a href="http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/40143304/" rel="nofollow">http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/40143304/</a><br /> But then I read the description where it says non-breathable and don't put under baby's head... and that freaked me out so now I think I should take it back! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631346 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:52:24 +0000 RonjaL7 2631346@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Goldengirl: ah yes my mattress itself is covered in a non removable plastic material. If yours has an additional layer I wouldn't bother. </p> <p>I did use a crib mattress protector for a lot of things though like laying the baby on my bed for night changes when they were still in my room. Or when laying them on the floor or couch if they spit up a lot. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631245 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 17:05:39 +0000 Goldengirl 2631245@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@GreenThumb: True! So maybe I'll just get one and call it a day. Although I still don't know how to decide between so many mattress options... every day a new decision! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631237 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 16:56:16 +0000 GreenThumb 2631237@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Goldengirl: I think the thing is in the middle of the night, even if those are removable, you are just going to want to change the bed quick and go back to sleep. So maybe if you remove the cover that's normally on there, you might want a back up while it is in the wash? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631230 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 16:41:24 +0000 Goldengirl 2631230@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@GreenThumb: The ones I posted all seem to have water-resistant removable covers that go in the washer... that's where my confusion is, if I still need a cover in addition!</p> <p>None seem to be completely "waterproof" but I think it needs to have a plastic/vinyl surface in order to really achieve that, which I'm hoping to avoid. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631224 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 16:33:27 +0000 GreenThumb 2631224@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We did layer a waterproof mattress pad and sheet over our waterproof crib mattress. I could just pull both of them off if there was an accident and put new on without having to think about wiping down the mattress before replacing the sheet. Worked for us especially since we knew we wanted to use the mattress again for LO#2. I'm not a germ freak but it seemed a little more sanitary to be able to throw them in the washer. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631219 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 16:28:17 +0000 Goldengirl 2631219@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@KayKay: Haha yes it seems so! That's good to know though, I just don't want to buy more things than I need and if the cover I'd buy is the exact same type of thing as the cover that's already on the mattress, I just don't know why I'd need it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631154 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 14:47:25 +0000 KayKay 2631154@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@goldengirl: In 4.5y, i have never put anything other than one crib sheet on our crib mattress. It does have a non-removeable waterproof cover. Apparently I'm the minority :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631085 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 13:56:15 +0000 KT326 2631085@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Goldengirl: our mattress did not come with a separate cover but it was still waterproof (could easily be wiped down). I had a cover for it but never really used it unless I doubled up on sheets like @RonjaL7: suggested. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631077 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 13:51:28 +0000 Goldengirl 2631077@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@RonjaL7: So the protector pads are needed even though they all come with removable water-resistant covers? And that doesn't make it too bulky? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631038 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 13:25:52 +0000 RonjaL7 2631038@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think all crib mattresses are "waterproof" but everyone tends to add a waterproof pad under the sheet as well for extra protection.</p> <p>Don't forget to make the bed twice (protector, sheet, protector, sheet). That was the best advice ever for middle of the night sheet changes! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631029 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 13:21:11 +0000 Mrsbells 2631029@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Goldengirl: we bought a sealy mattress that has a waterproof cover that isnt removable. we still added a mattress pad to that </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2631019 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 13:12:31 +0000 Goldengirl 2631019@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>And after more browsing... Here is another one from the same brand:<br /> <a href="http://www.toysrus.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=3943349" rel="nofollow">http://www.toysrus.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=3943349</a></p> <p>Still confused if I need to get a mattress protector/cover with any of these! Anyone know?? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/crib-mattresses-2#post-2630859 Mon, 03 Oct 2016 10:16:21 +0000 Goldengirl 2630859@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm looking at these 2 mattresses and trying to decide between:<br /> Safety 1st Peaceful Lullabies <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004044L98" rel="nofollow">https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004044L98</a><br /> Safety 1st Grow With Me 2-in-1<br /> <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004049LT8" rel="nofollow">https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004049LT8</a></p> <p>The Peaceful Lullabies version is more expensive due to being filled with cotton and wool and having a bamboo cover. The other is less natural materials but still non-toxic, free of PVC/phthalates. </p> <p>They both have the removable cover for washing. But it seems like many people add waterproof mattress protectors (not necessarily with these mattresses, just what I've noticed in general).... is that still necessary with mattresses that already have a cover? Did you buy a separate protector to put around yours? Because I'm thinking in that case, if I did that, what does it matter what cover is beneath the cover I put on top (i.e. why wouldn't I just buy the cheaper one since I'm covering it up anyway?). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2335627 Tue, 27 Oct 2015 12:10:23 +0000 snowjewelz 2335627@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Def get something nice considering how much time your baby would spend sleeping! I just thought about how I wouldn't want to sleep on a cheapo one! </p> <p>With that said, we didn't really go with a high quality one and regret it, BUT it's worked out for us so far because we cosleep so the crib gets zero use! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2334808 Mon, 26 Oct 2015 22:25:19 +0000 lauren0817 2334808@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks everyone! Of course I said I was just going to decide and then I still haven't :) At least now I have a few awesome options - thank you!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332711 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 21:42:21 +0000 BabyTsMom 2332711@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We also have the Amazon one; I figured over 1800 reviews and still getting 4.5 stars was good enough for me. That said, I don't LOVE it but it does a fine job and I can't complain! And LO seems as fine with this mattress as he is with a much more $$$ one that is a hand-me-down at his grandma's.<br /> When it's time to move to a regular bed, though, I think I'll do much more research. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332707 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 21:27:21 +0000 Rocker2014 2332707@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>A 3rd vote for the $50 Amazon one! 1 year in, we're thrilled with it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332621 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 18:09:26 +0000 Greentea 2332621@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I love the naturpedic. It is lightweight, very firm, and waterproof. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332602 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 16:12:27 +0000 SweetCaroline 2332602@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Same as @blackbird: Lots of good reviews. LO is 8 months old and I like it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332595 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 15:39:33 +0000 PawPrints 2332595@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We stuck with the mattress that came with our crib, but it's worth noting you can avoid the need for a lightweight mattress if you go with zip-off sheets. Totally easy to change without lifting the mattress: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/QuickZip/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_2599273011?ie=UTF8&#038;node=2599273011&#038;field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=QuickZip" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/QuickZip/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_2599273011?ie=UTF8&#038;node=2599273011&#038;field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=QuickZip</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332568 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 14:29:43 +0000 catomd00 2332568@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We got a baby cache one because that's what brand crib we bought. They had 3 options at 3 price points - we went for the middle option. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332508 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 11:55:06 +0000 lauren0817 2332508@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thank you so much for all of the recommendations!!! I am going to look these up today and then just pick one. I'm sure baby will love it (mom is the one who is crazy and needs to look at every mattress :) haha) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332507 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 11:46:02 +0000 sapphire 2332507@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Definitely get one of the lightweight ones. It truly does make changing the sheets so much less of a struggle. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332499 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 11:27:32 +0000 Keybee 2332499@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We bought the top on from our local Walmart. It had good reviews. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332493 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 10:56:15 +0000 BananaPancakes 2332493@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We bought the organic naturepedic one, as well. I really wanted an organic mattress and there were very few to choose from at the time (4 years ago), so that slimmed down the options dramatically. It had good reviews and it's been a great mattress. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332492 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 10:52:28 +0000 ldh112 2332492@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ugh - I remember being SO overwhelmed about mattresses! We wanted something non-toxic that had good reviews and no smelly de-gassing. We went with the Moonlight Slumber Little Dreamer all-foam. I got it from BBB with one of their 20% off coupons. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-crib-mattress-do-you-have-and-how-did-you-choose#post-2332461 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 09:35:56 +0000 rosegold 2332461@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lauren0817: target has the Simmons kids slumber time natural I think it's called. had two safety certifications I was looking for and the price was good. </p>