5 Tips For Choosing the Perfect Bedding For Your Child

Let’s be real: sometimes getting kids to bed can feel like an Olympic sport. It takes a long time to get it done, and in the end, you don’t always win.

But finding the best kids bedding can help you take home the gold!

We know how important having the right bedding for your kiddos can be. It can motivate them to get to bed each night, make it easier to get the bed made each morning, and keep them cozy all night long. That is, if you can locate that magical bedding set.

Lucky for you, we’ve broken it down and made it ultra-easy to find just what you’re looking for. Here are five simple tips to help you choose the perfect bedding for your child—let’s dive in!

A young girl with long blonde hair asleep in a bed made with sage green woodland animal zipper bedding.

1. Prioritize Comfort

First things first, the most important thing to consider is your child’s comfort when they get tucked into bed for the evening.

Anything stiff or scratchy is only going to prolong the bedtime issues, leaving them unexcited to get to bed each night. Look for something that is soft and breathable, while also being gentle on their skin.

Another key factor? A snug and secure fit! Loose, bunched-up sheets can make it harder for kids to settle in, so choosing well-fitted bedding (like a one-piece zipper design) can help keep everything in place.

Prioritizing comfort isn’t just about making bedtime cozy—it’s about creating a restful, inviting space that helps your child wake up happy and refreshed every morning.

A girl's bedroom with floral wallpaper and a twin bed made with cream textured zipper bedding, a stuffed bunny on top of the bed.

2. Look for Easy to Maintain Options

Messes happen. Whether it’s a juicebox that was squeezed too tight, a late night accident, or dirty shoes on the bed, you’re bound to find yourself cleaning your child’s bedding pretty frequently.

Look for easy-to-maintain, machine washable bedding that you can easily throw in the wash when it’s time to clean up.

Beyond that, be sure to look for kids bedding made with high-quality, durable materials. Investing in durable bedding isn’t just about longevity; it’s about making sure your child’s bed stays a comfy, inviting space that they’ll love, night after night.

A young boy getting tucked into bed by his smiling mother in a bed made with blue airplane zipper bedding.

3. Keep Safety In Mind

When it comes to kids bedding, safety should always come first! Your kiddos should be able to sleep on something that is just as safe as it is comfortable. That’s why we recommend searching out items that are OKEO-Tex certified.

This certification means the bedding has been rigorously tested for harmful substances, ensuring that every fabric, zipper, and material is free from toxins, chemicals, and irritants that could affect your child’s health.

Lucky for you, all Beddy’s zipper bedding sets are OKEO-Tex certified, so you can have the best of both worlds with bedding that is just as cozy as it is safe!

A little girl jumping on a bed made with neutral zipper bedding and an assortment of neutral throw pillows and blankets.

4. Consider Special Features

Are there any special features you can keep an eye out for that would make this kids bedding just a little more magical for your little ones? Here are a few fun options to keep an eye out for!

Zipper Feature: This seriously simplifies the process of making the bed! Everyone can easily make their bed all by themselves with zipper bedding.
Specialty Linings: Look for kids bedding that has cozy lining! You can choose between ultra soft minky or cotton with our Beddy’s sets, and our Nod & Winks kids zipper bedding line all feature super soft polyester.
Temperature Regulation: Do your little ones sleep hot? Finding bedding that helps with temperature regulation can be a major game changer!
Easy Clean Up Lining: There’s bound to be messes, and having the right bedding can help make cleaning a breeze. Whether it’s a waterproof mattress pad or an inner zip out liner that you can wash, it’s worth it to find a good clean up solution for your kid’s bed.

A child's bedroom featuring a bed made with peach rainbow bring zipper bedding and modern nightstands on either side of the bed, a stuffed bear on the bed.

5. Choose a Fun, Kind-Friendly Design

And last but certainly not least, find a cute kids bedding set! Imagine how excited your little dino lover is going to be when they get to zip up their bed printed with dinosaur bones, or when your child who is obsessed with unicorns gets a fresh bedding set covered in their favorite mythical creature!

While it doesn’t determine comfort, a cute design can get your child motivated to make their bed each morning and excited to curl up under the covers each night!

Beddy’s + Nod & Winks Zipper Bedding For Kids

Here at Beddy’s, we are kids bedding-obsessed! Our zipper bedding was originally designed with kids bunk beds in mind. Have you ever tried to make one of those? It is not easy! And zipper bedding is the solution.

Whether it’s for your child’s bunk bed, a corner bed, or you’re just trying to make it easier for your kiddos to be able to make the bed on their own, zipper bedding is your solution.

Beddy’s has a full catalog with a range of zipper bedding styles. Our children’s line, Nod & Winks, provides zipper bedding sets designed specifically with little ones in mind. But the most important part is that they both feature the same zipper feature, cutting your bed-making time and seriously simplifying your mornings.

Shop our selection of zipper bedding today!

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