Finding the best mattress for kids in the UAE is not always easy. With so many options in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, parents often feel confused. But do not worry—this guide will help you choose the perfect kids mattress for your child’s age, needs, and comfort.

Why Do Kids Need a Special Mattress?

A growing body needs support during sleep: it allows the spine and posture to form correctly. If the load is distributed incorrectly, problems with bones and joints may appear, blood vessels may become pinched, and chronic lack of sleep may occur.

The mattress model should be selected based on the age and physiological characteristics of the child. Since both the rate of growth of the body and the structure of sleep change as the child grows older, the sleeping place should correspond to the needs of the baby.

The Teeny mattress is an excellent choice for kids aged 7 years and older

How to Choose a Mattress for Kids in the UAE

Many parents ask how to choose a mattress for kids in the UAE. This is what you need to pay attention to when looking for a kid’s mattress.

• Firmness level. Mattresses come in soft, medium, and firm options. Younger kids need firmer mattresses to support their spines, while older kids can use medium-firm models.

• Filler. The most popular fillers for children's mattresses are memory foam, coconut coir, and flax. The composition of a children's mattress should include hypoallergenic materials to avoid problems with health.

• Size. The dimensions of the mattress depend not only on the child's age but also on the size of the baby's bed. The mattress can be smaller than the bed by a maximum of 3-5 cm. Otherwise, gaps will form, and the child will not be comfortable sleeping.

• Springs. Until a certain age, children are not recommended to sleep on spring mattresses.

• Removable covers. A kid’s mattress with a removable cover is easy to clean—very useful for small children.

 

The Looney and Milky Way mattresses are made for babies up to 3 years old, featuring eco and memory foam to create a firm level for the right back support.

How to Choose a Mattress for Each Age Group

Newborns (0–3 years)

The body of infants needs maximum support during sleep, so the sleeping place must be hard. Spring mattresses are contraindicated for this age group. Experts recommend sleeping on them for children only from three years old.

Pro Tip: It is better to choose non-spring mattresses with high-rigid foam or sisal.

A mattress with a layer of flax or sisal is also suitable for babies. These are environmentally friendly and hypoallergenic materials that will not irritate the baby's delicate skin. They are also very dense and can provide the necessary support for the fragile baby's spine, protecting it from deformation.

 

Little Prince and Little Princess mattresses for babies with extra-firm foam and flax layers.

The size of the mattress should be chosen based on the size of the bed. The standard dimensions of a bed for newborns are 60x120 cm. The recommended mattress thickness for children under 3 years old is 5-12 cm.

Advice: Avoid soft or springy mattresses. The spine is still developing and needs strong support.

Toddlers & Preschoolers (3–7 years)

For preschoolers, you can gradually reduce the level of mattress firmness. At the same time, a soft sleeping place will not be able to provide the necessary level of support and elasticity.

The recommended standard at this age is a medium-firm mattress. The exception is special cases when a particular comfort level is prescribed by a doctor.

Sisal, flax, foam, and natural latex are suitable as fillers. At this age, you can take either a springless or a spring mattress.

A child from 3 to 7 years old should choose a mattress 10-15 cm high. Standard mattress sizes are from 60x140 cm to 70x160 cm.

Pro Tip: Still, avoid very soft options.

The Princess mattress and the Prince mattress have independent MiniPocket springs and different firmness levels.

Schoolchildren (7+ years)

A mattress with anatomical foam, which has shape memory, is suitable for schoolchildren. Such a filler follows the contours of the body and provides maximum comfort during sleep.

A non-spring mattress is no longer suitable for a child from 7 years old, so it is better to choose a mattress with a system of independent springs. The smaller their diameter, the more point support they provide.

Children's mattress Junior 2.0 contains natural flax, which adds rigidity and helps to correctly form the child's posture.

It is better to choose medium firmness - such a mattress provides sufficient support. But everything is individual: the main thing is that the child can completely relax on the mattress.

For a child aged 7 years and older, it is better to buy a mattress 10-20 cm high. As a rule, mattresses of "adult" sizes are suitable for schoolchildren - from 70x170 cm to 90x200 cm.

The Robby High mattress has a pocket spring system and medium firmness level.

By the age of 17-18, a teenager's body stops changing quickly, and they need to choose a mattress just like an adult. We wrote about how to do this in a separate guide.

Age	Firmness Level	Spring or Non-Spring	Height,cm	Material, filler	Askona mattresses
0-3 years old (newborns)	Firm	Non-spring	5-12 cm	Foam, sisal, flax	Happy Baby, Little Prince/Little Princess, Looney
3-7 years old (toddlers and pre-schoolers)	Medium-firm	Non-spring, spring	10-15 cm	Latex, foam, sisal, flax	Prince/Princess, Milky Way, Robby High
7+ years old (schoolchildren)	Medium-firm	spring	10-20 cm	Memory foam	Junior 2.0, Teeny

Where to Buy Kids' Mattresses in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Choosing the right mattress for your child is an important step toward their health and comfort. Whether you are buying for a baby, toddler, or school-aged child, make sure the mattress offers proper support, is made of safe materials, and fits your child’s bed perfectly.

Looking for hypoallergenic kids' mattresses in the UAE or mattresses with back support and removable covers? Askona offers top-quality options you can trust.

A good mattress helps your child sleep well and grow healthy—start with the right choice today.