Crib Mattress Cost

Typical costs:

• According to MySimon[1] , crib mattresses range from $30-$230. Anything in the $90-$150 range is considered ideal.

• Parents should plan to purchase mattress pads, which are available for $20-$25 at JC Penney.
• Parents will also need fitted crib sheets, which are available in a number of collections, including "Seaside"[2] and "Barnyard"[3] for $24 at babyGap[4] . Optional matching quilts, blankets and bed skirts increase the cost significantly.
• Sears[5] offers a number of Trend Lab[6] four-piece crib sets for $159.

• According to MySimon.com[7] if you can place more than two fingers between the mattress and the crib, the fit isn't snug enough, and the mattress could be a danger to your baby.
• Innerspring models should be firm, not soft; come with good border rods; and have visible ventilation holes.
• When selecting a foam mattress, look for a high-density model. Mattress covers/ticking should be sturdy and preferably waterproof.
• Mattresses should be in compliance with Technical Bulletin 603, a flammability standard adopted by California that went into effect on Jan. 1, 2005 (more information is available from The Bureau of Home Furnishings and Thermal Insulation).
• Trusted brands include Colgate[8] , Evenflo[9] , Kolcraft, Sealy[10] (available through Kolcraft[11] ) and Simmons. Sealy and Simmons crib mattresses are available at JC Penney for $70-$119.
• Sears[12] carries a limited number of Sealy and Kolcraft models for $59-$99.

1.  www.mysimon.com/
2.  www.gap.com/browse/GeneralNoResults.do?requestedurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gap.com%2Fbro...
3.  www.gap.com/browse/GeneralNoResults.do?requestedurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gap.com%2Fbro...
4.  www.gap.com/browse/subDivision.do?cid=11281&tid=42137&kwid=1&NG_urlID=8830133
5.  www.sears.com/shc/s/v_10153_12605_Baby?adCell=AH
6.  www.trend-lab.com
7.  www.mysimon.com/
8.  colgatekids.com/
9.  www.evenflo.com
10.  www.sealy.com/Accessories.aspx
11.  www.kolcraft.com/
12.  www.sears.com/shc/s/v_10153_12605_Baby?adCell=AH

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