Baby Crib Bedding

Baby girl bedding: frills and lace. Baby boy bedding: baseball or football. I think you’ve forgotten something! Your baby’s crib needs to be safe a comfortable, so think carefully before choosing your baby bedding.

As adults, we are already aware of any sensitivities we might have, but with a new baby you can’t be sure if he/she will have any allergies. So choose the bedding material first and then worry about your nursery’s theme. High-quality crib bedding should list some vital facts - namely, cover fabric, fill material, fill power (higher is better), and thread count (again, higher is better). Although warmth is very important, you should also confirm that the bedding is light and breathable. The Internet makes it easy to find out the construction materials for a wide variety of crib bedding choices, so do some research before you buy.

To reduce the chances of sensitivities, try fabrics like wool, cotton, or down. There are several problems with synthetic fabrics, the first being that they usually do not breathe. They may also “off-gas” (release fumes) as they age. If you have chosen a set like the Max 4 piece crib set, that is primarily cotton but doesn have some polyester, then you will have to decide if the small risk is worth it to get the bedding you really want.

Not everyone agrees, but many people state that their preference is for wool blankets because of their softness and comfort. When choosing a wool blanket, look for an organic or unbleached cotton flannel. Choose your blanket size based on usage - small blankets for swaddling and big blankets for car trips or daycare.

Down is a great choice for a filler material - it is both lightweight and breathable. It is important to look for one that is machine washable because babies will be babies. In order to be sure that your down comforter has the least chance of causing allergies, you want one that has the highest cleanliness rating. Cleanliness of down can be measured using either the turbidity test or the oxygen test. The oxygen test has a government standard of 10 but a lower number is better. 550 is approximately the top of the turbidity scale. Lower numbers mean more organic material and dirt has been left in the down.