mom sectionmom sectionA crib mattress is one of those items that is often an afterthought of parents-to-be, but there are a few important things to consider before purchasing one. Your baby could spend up to 70 percent of his early life on the mattress, sleeping and playing. Safety and comfort are top concerns. Make sure the mattress also provides adequate support and will last long enough to possibly be passed along to a brother or sister one day.
Cribs run the gamut from Civics to Ferraris in looks, materials and sticker price. Shop for a crib that's built to last. It will be shaken, rattled and rolled (and sometimes slept in) for years.
Some planning and research are necessary to choose the safest crib. Start searching for the right crib several months before you are due, if possible.
