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According to this report, firm mattresses are best in reducing the risks that may befall babies while they are tucked in their bed or crib. Parents are also advised to put less of the frills on baby cribs, such as too many pillows or stuffed animals, because while they may look cute or provide comfort, your babies may be left helpless among these accessories.

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Infant deaths due to unsafe sleeping conditions are on the rise in Ontario, leading the province’s deputy chief coroner to warn parents not to sleep with babies or put them in overcrowded cribs.

Essentia Direct is perhaps the latest memory foam mattress to hit the market. It is a waterbased product, therefore, less harmful and toxic, and provides superior support equal to or maybe even surpassing top memory foam brands today.

They are currently offering two types of memory foam, Liberte, which provides firm mattress support; and Energie which has cradling support and soothes lower back and shoulder pains.

Check their website for more details. I especially enjoy watching the video of the company’s founder as he explains all of the features of their product.

Here are what some mothers from this community says about memory foam versus the safety of allowing babies to sleep in it:

I like the memory foam too, but I’d be very concerned about a young baby in there (like under a year or so.) The thing that worries me is how much the foam conforms to the body contours–I’d be concerned that if a baby rolled over on its tummy or even maybe too far over sideways, that it’s head (the heaviest part of the body) would sink in and the foam would conform to the face and the baby wouldn’t yet have the head and neck and body strength to get itself out of that position. So I would think that it would be a suffocation risk. Heck, I find it hard to roll around on those things sometimes in the mattress store, because you sink in so much and it’s so squishy.

Many of you may have this problem. You’re stuck with a really firm mattress, it’s sometimes very uncomfortable to sleep on. So, how do you make a mattress like this softer, without having to replace it?

The easiest solution would have to be buying a mattress topper. And with many to choose from in the market today, you would have found something to your taste and liking.

• You can get one of those egg crate toppers.
• Or you can opt for the feather bed kind.
• Memory foam mattress toppers provide one of the best satisfaction when it comes to a softer and more comfortable topper.

A chiropractor Gilmore Chiropractic in Hamilton County Indiana, Dr. Justin Gilmore, has this to advice to anyone who is having a hard time getting proper sleep.

Choose the correct mattress. A recent survey revealed that most people find a medium-firm mattress with a pillow top the most comfortable. It provides support, but is not too rigid.

You should not have any air gaps between your body and your mattress. Turn your mattress clockwise or over every few months to avoid indentations.

If your mattress sags, place plywood underneath your mattress. An egg-carton foam mattress on top (underneath your sheets) may provide added support and comfort. This may extend the use of your current mattress.

Dug up this old article from Slate Magazine. Granted that this piece was written a few years back, a lot of its advices still ring true even today. It’s a pretty comprehensive piece, one that covers not just mattress buying per se, but also other concerns a shopper normally carries with choosing a mattress.   Here are just some of the advices given in the said article:

On choosing the best brand:

Innerspring mattresses, particularly the Big S’s (Simmons, Serta, Sealy), dominate the market. But how to choose among Serta and Sealy, Stearns and Foster, and King Koil? Or for that matter, between the Simmons Beautyrest Exceptionale Lenore and the Simmons Beautyrest Do-Not-Disturb Royalty Ultra? Ignore brand names. They’re meaningless. Just pay attention to comfort.

Interesting things to keep in mind when purchasing a mattress:

Firm mattresses are best for those who love to sleep on their backs. Pillow top or plush mattresses are great for side sleepers. So which one are you?

Consider your headboard and bed frame measurements in buying a new mattress. Mattresses today are thick and not making adjustments for the headboard, so your mattress could fit the entire bed, may be your problem later.

Mattresses carry a ten year warranty. If your buying for a room that won’t be used as much (like a guest room), go for the less expensive kind, to save on spendings.

Spinal stenosis ails those who are already aging. And other than the proper medical advice one should receive when experiencing this, there are other things you can do to help make yourself comfortable, that is according to Ivillage’s Health Section. Your choice of mattress is one factor.

Good posture and ergonomics can relieve the pressure on the back. When standing, maintain the pelvis in a neutral position. When lifting heavy objects, bend at the knees and hips and keep the back straight. Hold objects close to the body while carrying them.

European-manufactured mattresses from Green Fusion are hand-made and designed to promote a cleaner and greener living. The mattress is made from rubber cores imported from Malaysia and with the help of technology, they are able to produce a resilient, all-weather, anti-bacterial, hypoallergenic mattress. It also includes an organic removable cover

Purchasing this mattress will provide you with three options:

Option 1 - a medium-firmness mattress made from a core of natural rubber
Option 2 - a firm mattress made from a core of natural rubber
Option 3 - A custom configured mattress made from 3 individual sheets (plates) of natural rubber. Choose a combination to achieve the exact firmness you desire

In a recent survey done by 1800mattress.com, it was found out that committed men are a lot unhappy with their sleeping arrangements. When it comes to mattress shopping, women usually decide for their household, leaving men to feel left out and neglected in the process.

“My wife likes a firm mattress, but I prefer one of those new visco foam beds,” said one caller from Queens. Another caller from Manhattan said, “my girlfriend really worked hard on setting up our new place. I thought I could just live with this, but I can’t.”