Baby and Children's Bedding: Comfort, Hygiene, and Safety with Wesco
Wesco offers a wide range of baby and children's bedding designed to meet the strict demands of childcare facilities (nurseries, early childhood centers, preschools) while being perfectly suited for home use.
Protective mattress covers, fitted sheets, sleep sacks, duvet covers, blankets, or sleeping bags: each product provides a high level of quality, comfort, and safety. Our textiles, certified Oeko-Tex® and with some featuring a SANFOR treatment, are engineered for intensive use: they withstand frequent washing and comply with the hygiene protocols of early years settings.
Available individually or in sets with a broad selection of colors, our products simplify daily organization in group care (for example, assigning a specific color to each child).
To make sleep management even easier, Wesco also offers highly practical 2-in-1 solutions:
sleeping bag sheets ,
combined fitted sheets and duvets , or bedding with elastic straps for quick attachment onto Wesco cots/rest mats. These designs encourage children's independence, ensure the bedding stays neatly in place, and save time for staff during setup and storage (Wesco
cots can even be stacked with the bedding attached).
Because a good night's sleep is essential for little ones, we pay special attention to sleep safety with products that fit securely, are easy to install, and comply with current recommendations.
FAQ - Choosing the Right Baby and Children's Bedding for Daycare and Home
Why should you choose bedding that fits the size of the child's bed?
To ensure the child's comfort and safety while sleeping, two essential criteria must be followed:
- Choose bedding with the correct dimensions, tailored to both the size of the mattress and the bed.
- Take the child's age into account: a sleep sack for babies, and a duvet for older children (around 2 years old).
For babies, as a
prevention against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), official recommendations for safe sleep advocate always placing the child on their back with a perfectly fitted bed sheet (fitted sheet) to avoid any risk of suffocation. The use of accessories, pillows, blankets, or duvets is not recommended before the age of 2.
In group care settings (daycares, nurseries, preschools), it is therefore recommended to opt for sizes suitable for standard mattresses (60x120 cm, for example). A fitted sheet that is too large risks forming creases and being uncomfortable for the child. Conversely, a fitted sheet that is too small will not stay properly in place and therefore presents a safety risk for the child while sleeping.
Properly fitted baby and children's bedding helps
create a safe, comfortable sleep environment adapted to the child's needs.
What does a SANFOR treatment mean on baby and children's bedding?
The SANFOR treatment is a technical, professional process applied to cotton textiles to
limit shrinkage when washed. Bedding treated with SANFOR retains its original dimensions even after numerous high-temperature washing cycles.
The SANFOR treatment is particularly beneficial for facilities where bedding is subjected to intensive and repeated washing. This process guarantees the durability of the bedding: it ensures
better shape retention over time and avoids bad surprises after drying.
For home use, the SANFOR treatment is also a mark of quality: it allows you to benefit from
durable, reliable, and easy-to-care-for bedding, even with frequent washing.
What is the difference between a mattress protector, a fitted sheet, and a flat sheet?
These different bedding items each serve a specific and complementary function:
- The mattress protector (or pad) is placed directly on the mattress. It is often waterproof and helps protect it from little accidents (liquids, perspiration). The protector ensures better hygiene and extends the lifespan of the mattress by safeguarding it. In addition to protecting the mattress, it contributes to overall bedding hygiene and can help limit the proliferation of dust mites by creating an additional barrier particularly helpful for sensitive or allergic children. Some mattress protectors feature anti-dust mite treatments to enhance their effectiveness and improve sleep comfort for allergy sufferers.
- The fitted sheet goes over the mattress protector, covering the top and sides of the mattress. Thanks to its elastic corners, it stays securely in place and offers a smooth sleeping surface.
- The flat sheet is positioned between the child and the blanket. It provides an extra layer of comfort and makes bedding maintenance easier, as it can be changed more frequently. Its use is generally reserved for older children.
In early childhood centers, preschools, and at home, using a mattress protector and a fitted sheet together ensures a
comfortable and hygienic bed for the child.
How often should baby and children's bedding be washed?
In childcare facilities, hygiene protocols and facility maintenance guidelines dictate how often baby and children's bedding is cleaned. Bedding is washed very regularly at
high temperatures in professional washing machines (and dried similarly).
At home, guidelines allow for more flexibility: washing every 1 to 2 weeks is recommended. Of course, this should be adjusted based on the child's needs (spit-ups, perspiration, illness episodes, etc.).
In addition to washing, it is recommended to
air out the bedroom (or dormitory in facilities) daily to refresh indoor air and reduce moisture, which encourages dust mite growth.
Which material should be preferred for baby and children's bedding?
Whenever possible,
cotton is recommended for baby and children's bedding. Naturally soft, breathable, and absorbent, it respects children's sensitive skin and contributes to a
comfortable sleep. Cotton also has the advantage of withstanding frequent washing well, making it a suitable choice for both daycare facilities and home use. To limit exposure to certain substances, particularly for sensitive skin,
organic cotton or Oeko-Tex® certified cotton represents an attractive alternative.
How to choose the right TOG rating for sleep sacks and duvets?
The
TOG is an index generally ranging between 0 and 4 that defines the
thermal capacity of a blanket or
sleep sack . The higher the TOG, the warmer the sleep sack or duvet is. Between 0 and 1, the thermal capacity is considered light. From a TOG of 2.5, it provides warm thermal capacity. To choose the right TOG, you must take into account the season (outdoor temperature) and the bedroom temperature (e.g., room coolness). Adjusting the TOG prevents the child from becoming too hot or too cold while sleeping, thereby contributing to their
comfort and safety, especially for infants.
