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Crib sheet options
When you are buying crib sheets for your baby, consider the options that are available. Look for the organic cotton crib sheets that are made from the finest organic yarns and made in India. These crib sheets are truly made with your baby in mind. You can choose from the 250 or 330 thread count fabrics, both of which are made from hand picked long staple organic cotton.Not only can you select the thread count, you can also choose from the natural cotton fleece, deluxe fleece, flannel or sateen that come in several colors and prints. With the colder weather approaching, I’m sure your baby would be very comfortable with the nice warm flannel crib sheet.
Opt for organic nursery sets
Make it easier on yourself when trying to shop for your organic nursery. You can choose to buy three and four piece sets where each piece is a coordinate. Your baby will have a natural healthy and soothing sleep environment that is free of harmful chemicals and off-gassing. Each item is made from the highest quality natural and unbleached 100% organic cotton percale.
Four piece sets include a comforter, bumper pad, crib sheet and a box skirt style crib skirt with a flat panel and single pleat in the center. The comforter and bumper pad is filled with wool to insulate against heat and cold which creates a climate zone that wicks away excess moisture. Each of these items are naturally hypoallergenic because they resist the buildup of harmful allergens. Choosing the organic options promotes the healthy sound sleep for your baby.
Establish routine for bedtime
I was reading a blog recently and came across a very important tip on getting your baby to sleep through the night. First, you must establish a routine that your baby can associate with bedtime and differentiate from a daytime nap. This routine can include bathing, rocking, reading a book or singing a lullaby or any combination of things you do on a regular basis. Make sure the room temperature is not too cold or too warm and possibly add a little soothing music. If your baby wakes during the night for feeding, make sure the lights are dimmed and the atmosphere is quiet so baby will know it is not a nap.
The daytime nap routine should be different from the bedtime routine and allow the surroundings to establish a time to be awakened. Allow the normal everyday activities to continue without muting out noises or daylight. Whether your baby is napping or sleeping at night, it is important that he sleep in surroundings that are free of toxic chemicals. Make sure the crib contains organic crib bedding, crib sheets and crib mattress.
Why an organic crib sheet for your baby?
While you want to protect the crib mattress, it can be a challenge with an active baby. The use of a fitted crib sheet is your best options as your baby can and will grab hold of the folds in a loose sheet and could possibly pull it off the mattress, entangling him or her in the sheet. It is best to make sure the sheet fits the mattress snugly. There should be enough fabric around the edges to hold it securely in place.
An aside to the crib sheets is that they are very soft on your baby’s skin. Made without the use of chemicals, they are durable, attractive, and good for your baby. Organic sheets usually come in fitted with a variety of colors, so you can still have a stylish nursery