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Good sleep is not a minor matter for babies - it is the basis for healthy development, security and well-being.
Many parents ask themselves:
- Which mattress is really safe for my newborn baby?
- Which bed suits us - and for how long?
- What is really part of the sleeping equipment - and what do I not need?
On this page you can find out what really matters when it comes to sleeping in the first year of life. And which products make a difference.
Good sleep is not a minor matter for babies - it is the basis for healthy development, security and well-being.
Many parents ask themselves:
- Which mattress is really safe for my newborn baby?
- Which bed suits us - and for how long?
- What is really part of the sleeping equipment - and what do I not need?
On this page you can find out what really matters when it comes to sleeping in the first year of life. And which products make a difference.
Newborns sleep up to 17 hours a day. This sleep is not a break - it is active development time. During sleep, the baby processes new impressions, grows and strengthens its immune system.
Support good sleeping conditions:
- physical and mental development
- the well-being and balance of the child
- also your own recovery as a parent
Well thought-out sleeping equipment is therefore one of the most important investments in the initial equipment.
Newborns sleep up to 17 hours a day. This sleep is not a break - it is active development time. During sleep, the baby processes new impressions, grows and strengthens its immune system.
Support good sleeping conditions:
- physical and mental development
- the well-being and balance of the child
- also your own recovery as a parent
Well thought-out sleeping equipment is therefore one of the most important investments in the initial equipment.
Sleep safety starts with the right sleeping environment. Especially in the first year of life, there are clear recommendations that parents should be aware of.
The most important basic rules for safe baby sleep:
- Babies sleep on their backs - always until they can turn themselves
- Firm, breathable mattress - no soft material in the sleeping area
- No loose pillows, blankets or cuddly toys in bed in the first year of life
- Room temperature between 16 and 18 degrees - cooler than many people think
- Sleeping bag instead of blanket - safe, warm and easy to move around in
A good bed and the right mattress are the basis for everything.
Sleep safety starts with the right sleeping environment. Especially in the first year of life, there are clear recommendations that parents should be aware of.
The most important basic rules for safe baby sleep:
- Babies sleep on their backs - always until they can turn themselves
- Firm, breathable mattress - no soft material in the sleeping area
- No loose pillows, blankets or cuddly toys in bed in the first year of life
- Room temperature between 16 and 18 degrees - cooler than many people think
- Sleeping bag instead of blanket - safe, warm and easy to move around in
A good bed and the right mattress are the basis for everything.
Not every baby bed is right for every family. The choice depends on the room, the sleeping concept and how long the bed should grow with the child.
Cot
A co-sleeper is attached directly to the parents' bed and allows the baby to sleep close to the bed at night while having their own sleeping area. Particularly popular for the first few months.
Standard baby crib (70 x 140 cm)
The classic crib offers plenty of space and often accompanies children into toddlerhood. Adjustable mattress bases and models that grow with the child extend their useful life.
Bassinet / cradle
A bassinet is a cozy solution for the first few weeks. It is mobile and can be taken with you from room to room. After around three to four months, the baby usually becomes too big.
Not every baby bed is right for every family. The choice depends on the room, the sleeping concept and how long the bed should grow with the child.
Cot
A co-sleeper is attached directly to the parents' bed and allows the baby to sleep close to the bed at night while having their own sleeping area. Particularly popular for the first few months.
Standard baby crib (70 x 140 cm)
The classic crib offers plenty of space and often accompanies children into toddlerhood. Adjustable mattress bases and models that grow with the child extend their useful life.
Bassinet / cradle
A bassinet is a cozy solution for the first few weeks. It is mobile and can be taken with you from room to room. After around three to four months, the baby usually becomes too big.
The mattress is at the heart of every sleeping arrangement. It has a direct influence on safety, sleep quality and development.
What you should look out for when making your choice:
- Firmness: The mattress should be firm and dimensionally stable - no sinking in
- Breathability: good air circulation prevents heat build-up
- Free of harmful substances: certifications such as Oeko-Tex Standard 100 provide safety
- Perfectly fitting size: no gap between mattress and bed frame
- Removable, washable cover
Tip:We recommend not saving money on the mattress. It is the product that your baby will use most intensively in the first few years.
The mattress is at the heart of every sleeping arrangement. It has a direct influence on safety, sleep quality and development.
What you should look out for when making your choice:
- Firmness: The mattress should be firm and dimensionally stable - no sinking in
- Breathability: good air circulation prevents heat build-up
- Free of harmful substances: certifications such as Oeko-Tex Standard 100 provide safety
- Perfectly fitting size: no gap between mattress and bed frame
- Removable, washable cover
Tip:We recommend not saving money on the mattress. It is the product that your baby will use most intensively in the first few years.
A baby sleeping bag is the recommended solution to keep the baby warm without the risk of loose blankets. It prevents the baby from cooling down and allows free movement of the legs.
What to look out for in a sleeping bag:
- Select TOG value to suit the room temperature (0.5 - 2.5 TOG)
- Correct size: not too large a neckline
- Breathable, natural material - e.g. cotton or merino wool
- Easy-care and washable at a minimum of 60 degrees
A baby sleeping bag is the recommended solution to keep the baby warm without the risk of loose blankets. It prevents the baby from cooling down and allows free movement of the legs.
What to look out for in a sleeping bag:
- Select TOG value to suit the room temperature (0.5 - 2.5 TOG)
- Correct size: not too large a neckline
- Breathable, natural material - e.g. cotton or merino wool
- Easy-care and washable at a minimum of 60 degrees
In addition to the right bed and the right mattress, the sleeping environment contributes significantly to the quality of your baby's sleep.
- Light: Blackout curtains help to clearly separate day and night sleep
- Noise:White noise or a calm environment can soothe babies
- Temperature: 16-18°C is considered optimal - cooler is better than too warm
- Humidity:Between 40 and 60% - dry air can make the baby restless
Many of these details are often forgotten when planning a child's room. In our interior consultation, we also talk about the sleeping environment and help you to coordinate everything.
In addition to the right bed and the right mattress, the sleeping environment contributes significantly to the quality of your baby's sleep.
- Light: Blackout curtains help to clearly separate day and night sleep
- Noise:White noise or a calm environment can soothe babies
- Temperature: 16-18°C is considered optimal - cooler is better than too warm
- Humidity:Between 40 and 60% - dry air can make the baby restless
Many of these details are often forgotten when planning a child's room. In our interior consultation, we also talk about the sleeping environment and help you to coordinate everything.
To help you keep track, here is an honest list of the most important sleep products for the initial equipment:
- Baby crib or extra bed
- Matching, certified mattress
- 2-3 sleeping bags (depending on the season)
- 2-3 mattress toppers / fitted sheets
- Blackout curtains
What you will need later or not at all:
- Pillows and blankets (only from approx. 12 months)
- Canopy (decorative, but not necessary)
- Bed surrounds/nests (not recommended by experts)
To help you keep track, here is an honest list of the most important sleep products for the initial equipment:
- Baby crib or extra bed
- Matching, certified mattress
- 2-3 sleeping bags (depending on the season)
- 2-3 mattress toppers / fitted sheets
- Blackout curtains
What you will need later or not at all:
- Pillows and blankets (only from approx. 12 months)
- Canopy (decorative, but not necessary)
- Bed surrounds/nests (not recommended by experts)
In our initial equipment consultation, we help you choose the right products for your baby, your budget and your space. Without excess - with a focus on the essentials.
In our initial equipment consultation, we help you choose the right products for your baby, your budget and your space. Without excess - with a focus on the essentials.
