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5 twin mattresses under $275 perfect for a first big-kid bed

Sleep is something that is very important to your child while they are growing. When you are ready to purchase a mattress for your little one’s bed, it can be a tough choice, given all the different kinds of mattresses that are available. Should you go with memory foam? What about innerspring? How about a hybrid combination of both of them? There are so many different choices out there that when you are going to buy a new twin mattress for your child, it can be dizzying. But we have narrowed down the list to make it easy for you to find the best twin mattress for kids!

Early Bird Essentials 6 Inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress

This 6-inch-high gel memory foam twin mattress features a dual-layer design that is constantly there to provide cooling all night long for a comfortable night’s sleep for your child. The gel memory foam will help your child’s spine and keep it aligned as it should be. The mattress was also designed for all sleeping positions — whether your child is a side, back, or stomach sleeper, it can help them to fall asleep faster and to stay asleep longer.

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Linenspa 8 Inch Memory Foam and Innerspring Hybrid Twin Mattress

With the Linenspa 8-Inch mattress, you are getting a high-quality hybrid mattress made up of hypoallergenic memory foam and the more traditional innerspring to give your child a good night’s sleep unlike any other. With a medium-firm feel and a cozy knit cover, it is not too soft or too hard, so your little one will stay in bed at night, tucked in all cozy and warm. Even better? This mattress is compressed as a bed in a box, making delivery and setup easy.

Modway Aveline 6 Inch Gel Infused Memory Foam Twin Mattress

Made with high-quality memory foam, the Aveline twin mattress provides open-cell memory foam technology, which is designed to reduce pressure on your head, neck and spine. If your child tends to sweat when they sleep, we’ve got great news: The top layer is gel-infused, so you can be sure that your child stays well-rested at night with its cooling sensation.

Zinus 6 Inch Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress

This mattress is certainly a different one, but in a totally good way! It is infused with green tea and active charcoal that absorbs moisture. Its memory foam design conforms to your child’s body for comfort and softness. If your little one is a back sleeper, this bed is perfect for them!

Delta Home 6 Inch Memory Foam Mattress

This memory-foam mattress with a supportive base can fit any bed frame, whether it be for a bunk bed, daybed, or trundle bed. It has a soft-knit cover with a waterproof backing and will keep the mattress stain-free. It is highly comfortable and will help to provide your child with the best sleep of their life.

All of these mattresses make good choices, depending on what you are looking for, and you’re sure to find it here!

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