https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:33:56 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-a-6-year-old-crib-mattress-too-old#post-200800 Mon, 25 Jun 2012 07:38:14 +0000 T.H.O.U. 200800@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would think about getting a new one just because mattresses can carry a lot of dust and dirt over time. A little baby could be very sensitive to that. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-a-6-year-old-crib-mattress-too-old#post-200419 Sun, 24 Jun 2012 10:08:11 +0000 regberadaisy 200419@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Our mattress is actually one given to us by my SIL's sister. I imagine it's got to be at least 5 years old since their youngest is about that age. But it's got a waterproof lining and it's still very firm. And I also bought a waterproof mattress cover as well.</p> <p>I know they're very clean people so I'm not bothered by it. So I think it depends on the actual mattress. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-a-6-year-old-crib-mattress-too-old#post-200416 Sun, 24 Jun 2012 10:04:14 +0000 Sweet T 200416@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would get a new mattress too. I found this on the Livestrong website:</p> <p>"Baby mattresses are also subject to recalls and have been improved to better fit in cribs that reflect newer safety standards. As with adult mattresses, baby mattresses can harbor bacteria and bodily fluids if there is a puncture or tear in the waterproof plastic that houses a baby mattress."</p> <p>Read more: <a href="http://www.livestrong.com/article/202515-things-you-should-buy-new-for-a-second-baby/#ixzz1yiu8Fh12" rel="nofollow">http://www.livestrong.com/article/202515-things-you-should-buy-new-for-a-second-baby/#ixzz1yiu8Fh12</a>" </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-a-6-year-old-crib-mattress-too-old#post-200318 Sun, 24 Jun 2012 02:19:20 +0000 looch 200318@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'd get a new one, only because kids tend to stand up in them a lot and I could see the mattress getting worn down. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-a-6-year-old-crib-mattress-too-old#post-200262 Sat, 23 Jun 2012 20:26:50 +0000 chrispygal 200262@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hmmm...I probably would get a new mattress. I don't think crib mattresses are made to last that long. Even adult mattresses have what, a 10 year life span? That being said, it may be fine and you'll be putting a cover/pad on it anyway. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-a-6-year-old-crib-mattress-too-old#post-200165 Sat, 23 Jun 2012 16:47:14 +0000 chopsuey 200165@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would definitely get a new mattress. Unless it has a plastic cover over it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/is-a-6-year-old-crib-mattress-too-old#post-200156 Sat, 23 Jun 2012 16:32:30 +0000 ladylulu 200156@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>anyone know what the life span is of a crib mattress? i let my friend borrow my crib and mattress and she just returned it in time for our baby to be born...i think i should get a new mattress....thoughts? </p>