What are the sizes of a crib and how not to make a mistake when choosing?

Becoming parents is real happiness. However, many issues related to the birth of a little man into the world must be resolved even before the moment of his birth. And buying a crib is one of them. Our article will help you determine the optimal size of furniture for children of different ages and tell you about the intricacies of choosing a bed.

In order for the dream to be sweet and beneficial, you need to choose the right bed. Its size largely determines the quality of sleep. To understand what size furniture is suitable for a child of a certain age, you need to familiarize yourself with the standard parameters.

• Cots for newborns 80x45 cm. These dimensions are applicable for cradles, mobile models and bassinets. This is the European standard. This space is quite enough for the baby for a restful sleep, which takes up the lion's share of the time in the first weeks of life. Domestic manufacturers offer furniture with dimensions of 80x50 and 90x60 cm.

• Children's cot. This is a more profitable purchase: a baby can sleep in a crib for at least one and a half years. The width of this option is 60 (70) cm, and the length is 120 (140) cm. Such a bed is practical and most often has a bottom that is adjustable in height. It can be lowered as the baby grows up.

• Transformer. This model of a berth has standard dimensions - 160x70 cm. Sizes that are larger than usual are due to additional removable modules, which are subsequently used as independent interior items. This is a chest of drawers with a changing table.

Such cribs are attracted not only by the fact that they have a size of 160 by 70 cm, but also by the presence of a box for linen and bedding at the bottom. In some versions, the size can be increased to 80x160 cm.But domestic manufacturers present models of 70x160 cm.

• For preschoolers. These cribs come in a variety of shapes and designs. But the sizes still remain standard: 180x80, 180x90 cm. This is quite enough for a sound and healthy sleep.

The baby will be comfortable, not cramped and not too loose. For babies from 1 to 3 years old, models with a size of 160x80 cm are suitable.

• For teens. The sizes of beds for children over 10 years old can vary both in length and width. But the standard remains the dimensions of 90x200 cm. For those who wish to create space for their child and a real royal bed, manufacturers offer beds measuring 120x200 cm. Believe me, your child will appreciate these dimensions.

These are the basic standards for every age. When choosing a bed for a child, you should focus on the growth and wishes of the baby. Perhaps your child likes to sleep freely, or, conversely, he likes compact furniture.

Beds that are presented in stores have a wide variety of designs. If 20 years ago all forms were standard, now the flight of imagination of designers is not limited by anything. It is convenient and practical for parents, because the baby will be pleased to sleep in a crib that looks like a princess castle or a small plane. Appearance is very important for children.

Loft beds are incredibly popular today. The sleeping place is located above, and the space below can be used for games or organize a working area there. When choosing, it is important to pay attention to the height of the model. For a younger age, it is better to take a crib lower and with stable steps. And for older children, a regular ladder is also suitable.

The designs of cribs are united by one general rule - each model is single. Even the bunk beds are standard sizes. And it is not recommended to put, for example, weather or twins together, as there is a risk of falling and getting injured.

Also, when choosing, you should focus on safety. No sharp corners, the edges of the structure should be covered with a special edging made of soft plastic. Only natural materials: the best option here is wood. It is not only safe, but it will also last a very long time.

Standard dimensions make choosing a crib easier, easier and more convenient. If desired, many manufacturers will make a custom-made bed according to the dimensions and drawings provided. It will be more expensive, but more original, you will not find a second such product.

We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the main sizes of cribs by age of children.

• The most popular sizes for children under 2 years old are 120x60 and 120x65 cm. The second option is more typical for European manufacturers. If the growth of the baby is small, then such a crib can be used up to 4-5 years. The bottom of the models is usually height adjustable and has 2-3 levels.

• For children 3-7 years old, the sizes are applicable: 140x70, 160x70, 80x190 or 195 cm.The height should not exceed 1 meter, unless it is a loft bed.
• For a student, sizes are suitable that correspond to the dimensions of an adult single bed (80x190 and 90x200 cm) or even 120 by 200 cm.

According to pediatricians and orthopedists, the quality of sleep is influenced not only by the environment, but also by the mattress on which the baby sleeps. During sleep, important processes take place in the body, one of which is the formation of correct posture. That is why it is necessary to purchase an orthopedic mattress for children under the age of 14.

Most models are equipped with an anatomical or orthopedic mattress.

These types are different from each other, so it's worth knowing which is best.

• Anatomical mattresses are made using a special technology that allows you to maintain and remember the position of the child's body during sleep. When the child changes position, the mattress takes on a new shape.
• The orthopedic mattress fixes the correct position of the spine during sleep. Experts are more inclined towards this option, since the child's bones have not yet become stronger and there is a risk of the occurrence and further development of spinal diseases, such as scoliosis.

When choosing a mattress, you should pay attention, first of all, to the age of the child and use the following recommendations.

• At the age of 3 to 6 years, the baby's muscle tissue grows, but the spine has not yet fully formed. It is worth choosing a mattress without springs, medium or maximum firmness. Any material can be used as a filler.
• From 6 to 12 years old, the mattress can be with spring blocks, with medium firmness.

• Any mattress can be purchased for school age and older. The most important nuance here is rigidity. It is better to exclude soft options.

Most experts agree that the best option would be mattresses with a "memory effect". When choosing a mattress, it is worth giving preference to fillers of a combined type: coconut fiber with polyurethane foam or latex.

These simple recommendations will help you find the perfect bed for your baby. Sleep for children at any age is the main component of proper development, behavior and mood in general. Use our recommendations, they will help ensure a healthy and fulfilling rest for your child.

The intricacies of choosing a crib are described in detail in the video below.