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Mattress Educational Series Part-3







      Most baby mattress pads are machine                        When choosing baby mattress pads
      washable and it is advisable to wash it                    one can opt for a 100% cotton cover,
      at least once a month. And it’s                            which provides more comfort and is
      important to opt for baby mattress                         more durable than cotton/polyester
      pads that retain their original shape                      covers. Also cotton baby mattress
      even after being washed several                            pads are not as bulky as the foam
      times. Most importantly baby mattress                      ones.
      pads are durable and can be used
      during a child’s entire infant and                         An important aspect to take in to
      toddler period.                                            account when buying baby mattress

                                                                 pads is the thread count. A higher
                                                                 thread count allows for a softer and
                                                                 more durable mattress pad. Baby
                                                                 mattress pads are usually stuffed with
                                                                 lamb wool or sheep wool. However,
                                                                 some may come stuffed with feathers.



                                                                 A disadvantage of feather  lled baby
                                                                 mattress pads is the lack of  rmness.
                                                                 This lack of  rmness maybe harmful
                                                                 to babies. Another kind of baby
                                                                 mattress pads that is not appropriate
                                                                 for babies is electric mattress pads.
                                                                 Also, it is advisable to opt for those
                                                                 that are hypoallergenic and dust mite
                                                                 repellant to ensure minimum
                                                                 discomfort for one’s child.
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