Best mattresses to help kids sleep in their own beds

A good night’s sleep is important for everyone, of course. But it’s particularly important for children. Not only does bad sleep make life more difficult for parents — hello temper tantrums — but poor sleep can also have a lasting impact on a kids’ long term health and well beingStudies have shown that kids who get enough sleep have better attention, behavior, learning, memory, and overall mental and physical health. In addition, for infants, unsafe sleep conditions can increase the risks of SIDS. This means that for parents, choosing the right mattress for their little one is a very big deal. But how do you pick the right mattress for your child?  Read more...More about Kids, Sleep, Mashable Shopping, Mattresses, and Culture IMAGE: Newton Baby BEST FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS Newton Baby Crib Mattress Breathable, comfortable, and safe, Newton Baby’s Crib Mattress is a great all-around crib mattress that will last your little one until they’re ready for their big kid bed. Sizes: Standard Crib or Mini Crib Sleep Trial: 100 nights $249.99 from Newton Baby IMAGE: Target BEST BUDGET CRIB MATTRESS Graco Deluxe Foam Crib and Toddler Bed Mattress This high-quality crib mattress in a box is a great, safe choice for parents on a budget. Sizes: Crib Sleep trial: None $69.99 from Target IMAGE: Nest Bedding BEST FIRST BIG KID BED MATTRESS Nest BKB (Big Kid's Bed) This mattress is designed specifically to keep little sleepers comfortable. Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full Sleep trial: 100 nights $299 from Nest Bedding IMAGE: Saatva BEST FOR GROWING KIDS Saatva Youth Mattress This mattress adapts as children grow, making it the perfect “big kid bed” mattress choice. Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full Sleep trial: 120 Nights $699 from Saatva IMAGE: Nectar BEST VALUE MATTRESS Nectar Memory Foam Mattress The Nectar is breathable, affordable, and comes with a year-long trial period. Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full (and more) Sleep trial: 365 Nights $499 from Nectar IMAGE: Avocado Green Mattress BEST ECO-FRIENDLY CHOICE Avocado Mattress If you’re looking for something organic or vegan, Avocado mattresses are the ones for you. Sizes: Crib, Twin, Twin XL, Full (and more) Sleep trial: 100 Nights $299 from Avocado Green Mattress IMAGE: Tuft & Needle BEST COOLING MATTRESS Tuft & Needle Original Mattress Made of two layers of open-cell foam with added graphite and cooling gel, T&N’s original mattress is a great cooling mattress for your child. Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full (and more) Sleep trial: 100 Nights $315 from Tuft & Needle