Rochingham - Cot Spring Mattress - 120 x 60cm

• A traditional mattress manufactured with a superb deluxe coil spring unit
• The spring unit is encapsulated within a luxury foam surround, giving added comfort and excellent support
• A contrasting tape edge complements the outer cover which has quilted Rochtec fabric to one side, and plain Rochtec on the
reverse side, therefore being totally air permeable.
• Both surfaces are wipe clean. A fully fitted side zip is included to allow removal of the cover; should it be required.
• Suitable for placing baby in the feet to foot position.
• A firm mattress with excellent air permeability and hygiene benefits.

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Parentsupermarket.com Top tips for buying the RIGHT Mattress;

There are many different types of cot mattresses available.  You may be concerned to know which is the best and safest mattress to use for your baby. In fact, The Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths states that it doesn't matter what kind of mattress you use, as long as it's firm not soft, fits the cot without any gaps, doesn't sag at all or show any signs of wear and tear. So to be on the safe side, unless you know the history of a second-hand mattress, buy a new one.

Cot Mattress Size;

Mattresses come in two basic sizes. Your cot will specify which size of mattress it requires. If the mattress is the wrong size, your baby could be dangerously trapped in gaps between the cot and the mattress. As a rule the gap should be no more than 4cm.

Keeping it clean;

Choose one with a PVC- covering or a removable top panel that you can wash at a reasonably high temperature.

Try before you buy;

Choose one that feels firm rather than soft and is 10cm thick. Your baby needs a mattress which provides good support and won't sag. A Travel cot mattress should be no more than 10cm thick and a crib or moses basket no more than 5cm thick. These thicknesses are specified in the safety regulations that govern cot mattresses.

Safety first;

Check it conforms to safety requirements; mattresses should carry the BSI number 1877-10:1997.


Types of mattresses;

Foam mattresses

Foam mattresses are generally the cheapest available. They often have a PVC cover, which is easy to keep clean. Choose a mattress which is at least 8-10cm thick, to help support your baby while he sleeps. Some foam mattresses have ventilation holes but these aren't necessary.

Pros
Lightweight and easy to keep clean

Good value for money

Cons
PVC cover might make your baby feel a bit clammy in hot weather.

Spring interior mattresses

These mattresses are made of coiled springs covered with a layer of foam. On top of that, one side of the mattress is usually covered in cotton fabric and the other in wipe-clean plastic.

Parents' tip: If you're concerned that your baby is getting overheated when sleeping on the plastic side of the mattress, lie it cotton side upwards instead, but vacuum it regularly to keep dust mites at bay.

Pros
Many parents like giving their baby a traditional spring mattress.

Cons
More expensive than a foam mattress.

Natural fibre mattresses

The interior of a natural fibre mattress is usually coconut fibre coated in latex, which is waterproof. The covers are soft cotton.

Pros
Good choice if you are concerned about your baby sleeping on synthetic material.
Long lasting, as it holds its shape well.

Cons
More expensive than foam or spring interior mattresses.

Less widely available than other types of mattress.

Hypoallergenic mattresses

If allergies or asthma are a concern in your family, you might want to consider a hypoallergenic mattress for your baby. These come with a quilted top layer that can be easily detached from the body of the mattress, so you can wash it at 60 degrees C to kill any dust mites that may cause allergies.

Pros
Good choice if your baby has allergies or asthma.

Easy to keep clean.

Cons
May be more expensive than other kinds of mattress.

For most babies this may be a luxury buy.