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Adults might be accustomed to our bodies telling us when it is time to head to bed, but children are different. Despite exhaustion, a child may feel no need to go to bed. Once the child is coaxed into bed, the child suddenly needs to get up to walk, talk, eat, or drink. Finding the best mattress for children can help your child fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.<\/p>\n

According to the Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford<\/a>, parents of children younger than 4 need to work as sleep coaches. They must help children learn when to go to bed, how to fall asleep once in bed, and what to do if they awaken in the night. That means parents may log hours talking with children in their bedrooms, making sure their sleep environment is both cozy and comfortable. There are many ways to go about ensuring a healthy sleeping environment for your children, but investing in a suitable mattress is a great place to start.<\/p>\n

A mattress is a vital part of any sleep environment, and there are special considerations parents must keep in mind as they shop. Before we get into the factors to consider (and what to avoid) let\u2019s review the four mattresses we are recommending you consider as possible best mattresses for children.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Best Mattress for Children<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Amerisleep AS1<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

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Amerisleep makes five mattresses, the AS1-AS5. The higher the number, the softer the
mattress. The Amerisleep AS1 is, at 10\u201d thick, their firmest mattress. However, this
firmness is suitable for most children. Because of their weight, they do not need the extra
layers of support which can be found in the other Amerisleep mattresses.<\/p>\n

A child sleeping on the AS1 is supported by two layers of foam, including a foundational
layer that is thick and firm, supporting a child’s body during sleep.<\/p>\n

Amerisleep mattresses have two things which help it stand apart from the rest.<\/p>\n

First, the cover of the mattress contains Celliant\u00ae. Celliant\u00ae is a material
FDA-determined to promote better sleep. It does this by recycling our natural body heat
and turning it into infrared light. This infrared light leads to a temporary increase in local
blood flow, which helps our body regulate temperature and recover faster.<\/p>\n

Second, the top layer of each Amerisleep mattress is pressure-relieving memory foam,
Bio-Pur\u00ae, made with partially plant-based materials. Bio-Pur\u00ae is also more responsive
than traditional memory foam, giving it more bounce, which makes this a fun bed in
which to play around.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Avocado Green (Without Pillow-Top Support)<\/h3>\n

The Avocado company has gained recognition for being very eco-conscious. The
layers within the Avocado green mattress are made with natural products, like latex,
cotton, and wool. That makes these mattresses a safe choice for parents hoping to
reduce the risk of exposure to harmful chemicals as a child sleeps through the night.<\/p>\n

Avocado mattresses have a coil layer, which helps make them bouncier. While coil
mattresses do often score lower on customer satisfaction and motion transfer, these are
not as big of an issue when looking for the best mattress for a child.<\/p>\n

The Costco Juniper Kids<\/h3>\n

Parents looking for value may head to Costco to buy a child a mattress, and the Juniper
may be the first or only mattress they see. This mattress is thin, standing at just 6 inches
tall, so it may be difficult to wrap protective wear around it. But the low price point
means that parents can simply replace the mattress if something catastrophic happens.<\/p>\n

This mattress is made with chemical products, but the foams have been certified by a third party as low-emitting.<\/p>\n

The Casper Essential<\/h3>\n

Adult mattress shoppers often look for evidence that a product will last for years, if not decades. These shoppers may be willing to pay a premium for a product that is durable and will stand the test of time. The engineers at Casper built the Essential mattress with a different market in mind. This mattress is made to be solid and comfortable, but with a lower price point. Parents who may not plan on keeping a mattress once a child has grown may appreciate the value that this mattress delivers.<\/p>\n

The Essential mattress is made of just three layers of foam, covered by an upholstery-grade cover. This is a somewhat thin mattress, so it may feel firm when placed
on a solid platform base, but it may be tall enough to accept rubber sheets and other protective wrappers.<\/p>\n

Other Factors to Consider<\/b><\/h2>\n

Length of Time in Bed<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Sleep is vital for children. In sleep, their bodies grow, their memories form, and their tissues are repaired. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), sleep needs vary by age. AAP recommends these sleep hours:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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