Plenty of options exist out there when it comes to bedding for children with allergies. Allergies are particularly bothersome at night because of dust mites; tiny insects that like to cling to our mattresses, sheets, blankets and pillows. They, or more specifically, their feces; are what many allergy symptoms come from. But with some simple steps and a bit of shopping around you can help your child sleep through the night in comfort without irritation from allergens.
You can start by buying a case for your box springs. Made from vinyl, they don't support dust mites plus they're easy to clean and waterproof. Any reputable children's furniture retailer will have a variety of hypoallergenic products available.
Next, a mattress cover that encases the entire mattress. Before selecting a cover, measure your child's mattress (width, length and especially depth) to ensure you purchase the correct size.
Preventing allergies also means replacing pillows at least every two years. Get a certified hypoallergenic pillow because their fabric is sewn so tightly it can inhibit mites growth. Try synthetic down because it also keeps mold and bacteria down.
Whatever bedding product you are looking at buying, be sure to find the asthma and allergy friendly certification mark. Not only are these products created with barriers to allergens, they are specifically made without chemicals that can irritate or cause allergic reactions. This goes for sheets and duvets as well.
Wash the bedding in high temp water and dryer. Every 3 months or so, thoroughly clean the mattress and box spring.
Change the bed linens once or twice a week, and vacuum the mattress, blanket and pillows when you do. This will help to get rid of any dust mite feces that have accumulated.
A couple other tips for helping your child's bed stay allergen free; when you make the bed, shake out all the bedding and fold back the blankets. This helps to stop humidity from building, which dust mites thrive in. Also be sure to keep headboards and bedside tables dust free.
When you vacuum your child's room, wait 2 hours before replacing the bedding. Dust settles after vacuuming somewhere in that time, and you don't want it settling on a fresh bed.
Allergic reactions in children are no fun. These changes can help you minimize the probability of them being caused by your children's bedroom furniture and bedding.
You can start by buying a case for your box springs. Made from vinyl, they don't support dust mites plus they're easy to clean and waterproof. Any reputable children's furniture retailer will have a variety of hypoallergenic products available.
Next, a mattress cover that encases the entire mattress. Before selecting a cover, measure your child's mattress (width, length and especially depth) to ensure you purchase the correct size.
Preventing allergies also means replacing pillows at least every two years. Get a certified hypoallergenic pillow because their fabric is sewn so tightly it can inhibit mites growth. Try synthetic down because it also keeps mold and bacteria down.
Whatever bedding product you are looking at buying, be sure to find the asthma and allergy friendly certification mark. Not only are these products created with barriers to allergens, they are specifically made without chemicals that can irritate or cause allergic reactions. This goes for sheets and duvets as well.
Wash the bedding in high temp water and dryer. Every 3 months or so, thoroughly clean the mattress and box spring.
Change the bed linens once or twice a week, and vacuum the mattress, blanket and pillows when you do. This will help to get rid of any dust mite feces that have accumulated.
A couple other tips for helping your child's bed stay allergen free; when you make the bed, shake out all the bedding and fold back the blankets. This helps to stop humidity from building, which dust mites thrive in. Also be sure to keep headboards and bedside tables dust free.
When you vacuum your child's room, wait 2 hours before replacing the bedding. Dust settles after vacuuming somewhere in that time, and you don't want it settling on a fresh bed.
Allergic reactions in children are no fun. These changes can help you minimize the probability of them being caused by your children's bedroom furniture and bedding.
About the Author:
The Felicity River Company is devoted to children's bedroom furniture and bedding that is safe, comfortable, and durable - at a low price. Dennis Kieferwrites extensively about life with kids
