Tempurpedic

A blanket that does more than to keep kids warm in bed…

From Lulla Bed comes this LED story blanket that runs 2 minute stories, complete with sight and sounds, that will let your child’s imagination run wild. After the story is over, it’s followed by a sleep mode option that supposedly helps your kids get to sleep faster.

Although judging by how exciting this blanket looks, I think it will keep children more alert rather than sleepy. But at least it’s a great idea to encourage kids to go to bed and set a routine.

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.

Full story:

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.

Deciding on a waterproof mattress pad? It would help you to know that this is a kind of pad that offers a lot of function.

• If you have pets or kids in the house, a waterproof mattress pad provides easy protection to your standard mattress, as well as your bedsheets, from spills, wetting, dirt and dog or cat hair.
• It’s low maintenance and very easy to clean.
• It’s a good support for old, worn out mattresses.
• If you own a waterbed that is springing a leak, a waterproof mattress pad makes a good cover, at least until the waterbed is repaired.

Careful with those reclining mattresses, especially with kids around. I don’t mean to dampen the holiday spirit, but this story should serve as a reminder and warning to families everywhere:

In a freak accident earlier this month, a 4-year old boy died when his head got stuck behind a reclining bed. When reps from the National Consumer Affairs Center went to the house to investigate, they found that the mattress moved without even touching the Recline button. Dangerous!

The father found his kid with his neck wedged between the mattress and headboard on December 9th.

Via TokyoMango

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled Jubee Bunk Beds, a Danish manufactured bed which has about 500 units distributed in the US. The bunks unfortunately have wooden side slats that were not installed properly, causing the collapse of the upper bunk. While there have been no serious injuries on record, a total of seven incidents have been reported.

Jubee Bunk Beds are made especially for kids. It is designed in maple wood and has a step ladder and pull-out drawers. The bed does not have any label. Note that the safety commission is asking for only the recall of model number 82008.

Did you know that you can avail of a mattress protection plan from Macy’s?

When buying a new mattress, sign up for their worrynomore® Mattress and Bedgard™ Protection Plan and avail of a Bedgard™ Mattress Pad which carries a 10 year warranty. Coverage for Bedgard includes accidental staining. And if the stain doesn’t come out, you will get a replacement Bedgard or a new mattress (under its terms and conditions).

Designed for more than simply sleeping, your Mattress is the perfect place for late-night snacks, breakfast in bed and lazy Sundays spent snuggling with the kids and the dog. No wonder accidents happen!

Bratt Decor is a specialty store selling luxury beds for children.

This canopy bed from its Jane collection is, in fact, priced at about $1679 and is constructed using the finest solid wood.  It’s also quite a versatile one. Removing the canopy will reveal a standard four poster bed.

Standard twin size mattress is perfect for this bed and box springs aren’t necessary.

A standard twin-sized mattress fits perfectly into the Jane. No box spring required..

Ahhh…kids. They always fight about who gets to sleep on the top bunk. As a child, I’ve also experienced that. My siblings and I would always try and outdo and outwit each other when it comes to who gets to sleep on the upper deck.

But the lower bunk need not be ignored. Some parents try and make the lower bed more appealing by making it a bigger area and adding all sorts of bedding accessories, including toys, there. You could also put a softer and more comfortable mattress on the lower bunk, to encourage kids to choose that area over the top bunk. It might put an end to all the arguments.

From a Flickr gallery (Sylkwan)… There is little description provided on what this photo is all about. But this seems like a playground kids in this area love to hang around at, their own mattress playground.

It’s a powerful photo that can pretty much inspire you to enjoy the simplest things or to be aware of the world around you.

Exclusively developed for Pottery Barn by Serta, the Lullaby Supreme Mattress for kids is made with Visco Elastic Memory Foam material and is patented with FireBlocker Insulator® system. The breathable top layer allows for the mattress to maintain its freshness. Inside the mattress is a double beam foundation for durable support, especially good for with active and playful kids.

Via Pottery Barn Kids