When the baby shifts in the crib this mattress makes a rustling noise which wakes him up. Will a mattress pad help & is it safe to use?
340427
You can get a crib mattress pad from Naturepedic, the company that makes the Lullaby Earth mattress. Amazon carries the Naturepedic Waterproof Fitted Crib Pad, 28x52.
340428
It doesn't make much noise when baby moves. I have an organic cotton mattress pad, not sure of the brand but it is a safe one and it is quiet as well. It may be the naturepedic.
1809555
I just use a regular crib sheet or a blanket. Just tuck the extra under the mattress. My baby is a major spitter so I usually use a thicker blanket that absorbes good to keep the mattress clean.
2051982
It has been strongly recommended not to put bumper pads in cribs anymore. Most companies no longer make or sell them due to a higher risk of SIDS.
320299
My baby wasn't swaddled when we began using this but I believe it will work with swaddling. It's highly sensitive and has worked great for us. I don't like the flashing light on it that indicates breathing/movements and I wish there was a better solution for the alarm. We can't hear it across our apt with the doors closed to each room but we can hear it through the monitor.
1526209
Everywhere I read they stressed on the firmness of the mattress for the new born and affect on the spine, hence the firmer mattress. I am happy with the firmness of the mattress and plus it is waterproof on the infant side which helps as well. Not sure about the cover pads, everyone's opinion is a little different, so I decided to skip that for now
1839327
I would describe the mattress pad as "perfect." It isn't thick or thin; it has a quilted top and the sheets fit beautifully over it. We are the Grandparents so we don't use the crib constantly but when "our baby" comes over, his Mama swears he likes it better than his crib at home. So much so that we actually gave her and our son-in-law the extra pad that came in the pack and they love it, too. I initially looked at all the expensive eco-friendly sorts of mattress pads. Ultimately, I went with this one which turned out to be an excellent and economical choice. Our daughter is now expecting twins (oh my!) and I will buy them again. I would describe the mattress pad as "perfect." It isn't thick or thin; it has a quilted top and the sheets fit beautifully over it. We are the Grandparents so we don't use the crib constantly but when "our baby" comes over, his Mama swears he likes it better than his crib at home. So much so that we actually gave her and our son-in-law the extra pad that came in the pack and they love it, too. I initially looked at all the expensive eco-friendly sorts of mattress pads. Ultimately, I went with this one which turned out to be an excellent and economical choice. Our... » Read More I would describe the mattress pad as "perfect." It isn't thick or thin; it has a quilted top and the sheets fit beautifully over it. We are the Grandparents so we don't use the crib constantly but when "our baby" comes over, his Mama swears he likes it better than his crib at home. So much so that we actually gave her and our son-in-law the extra pad that came in the pack and they love it, too. I initially looked at all the expensive eco-friendly sorts of mattress pads. Ultimately, I went with this one which turned out to be an excellent and economical choice. Our daughter is now expecting twins (oh my!) and I will buy them again. « Show Less
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We have the same style metal mesh and the sensors kept going off (false alarm). We contacted Hisense and they told use to cut a peice of plywood the same size as the mattress and place that on the springs then the sensors. Also we discovered that something as simple as a ceiling fan beating air on the mattress was making the monitor think our daughter was breathing. We discovered that while testing it without her in the crib. Definitely test everything without the baby in the crib. Hope this helped.
1954597
I don't think it is noisy. I think it is quite soft. It made our old mattress much more comfortable.
505746
The mattress pad is a good quality. Our son slept in the bassinet overnight and we never had any issue.
1106714
We never had that issue esp. when our son was an infant. Now that he is 18 months, he is all over the crib anyway, but the mattress did not pose a risk;
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We used a thicker mattress for comfort, but once the baby got more active the thicker mattress allowed her to stand a little taller in the crib. We simply dropped the mattress frame down further. We've not experienced any further issues, still love this crib. I hope that helps you!
2143773
If you want your baby to be really comfortable in the pack and play, buy a new mattress for it. The organic sheets sold here fit the thicker, new mattress well and your baby will sleep as well as in a crib. I bought this mattress, and the organic sheets from Amazon. http://www.walmart.com/ip/Dream-On-Me-Inner-Spring-Graco-Pack-n-Play-Mattress/20585438
1624556
It is very firm. When I push on it it doesn't cause an impression. I imagine you are worrying that when a baby is lying on it either is to hard - which I don't think it is just firm - or to soft to worry about the baby and breathing. I don't see that as an issue, but that is my opinion. I do plan to use a mattress pad cover and then of course a decorative sheet. I hope this helps. I like this mattress.
974577
I always used a receiving blanket or pad and just wrapped it around the "mattress" and secured it. At that age, my little one didn't move around wildly enough to disturb it. And I was right there the whole time.
2242526
We got a padding set and stuff for a regular crib I think. It still fits. I just tucked it under the mattress. I didn't use the pads because I've heard babies just squeeze under them anyways.
1912003
The product is designed not to make any noise. If you ever hear anything, simply wash the protector, which will open up the cotton terry loops removing anything you may be hearing. Remember noise can also come from the mattress itself so if that's the case, you will still hear that noise. Hope this helps.
701895
No. In our case, we placed the alarm pad on top of the top mattress, but under the mattress pad and sheet. Because we also use a cloth pad (in case of an "accident"), our parent does not feel any bulkiness from the alarm pad and does not know it is there. I do not think it would be sensitive enough to work if you placed it between the mattress and box spring. As long as there is body pressure on the pad, the alarm does not sound.