Did you know children do not need a pillow right away? In fact, during their first years a pillow can even be unsafe. So, at what age is your child ready for a pillow? And how do you find one with the right support? You will read it all in this article 👶
At what age does a child need a pillow?
Children from age 2 may sleep on a pillow. Do choose a thin pillow so the spine stays in a neutral position. The pillow should not be too large or too heavy to prevent a risk of suffocation.
Note: if your little one is not yet two years old, there is no need for a pillow in the crib or cot. A pillow disrupts the natural sleeping posture. Babies and toddlers up to age two have a proportionally larger head compared to the rest of the body, so they do not need extra support under the head. There is also a risk of suffocation, as small children under two cannot always turn or lift the head by themselves. In short, wait until your child is at least 2 years old before giving the first pillow.
How do you know when your child needs a pillow?
When does a child need a pillow? There is no exact timing that fits every child. Each child is different. Watch your child’s sleep behavior. Do you recognize the signs below? Then it may be time for a pillow.
- Your child uses a cuddly toy as a pillow
- Your child tucks the duvet under the head
- Your child often sleeps on an arm or hand
- Your child sleeps restlessly and cannot find a comfortable position
How to choose a pillow for your two year old
Hooray, your toddler is almost 2 years old. Time for the first child pillow. What should you look for? Here are some tips.
- Thin pillow: choose a thin, firm pillow that is not too high, ideally between 5 and 8 cm. This keeps the neck and back in a neutral position during sleep.
- Breathable pillow: choose a pillow that breathes well. Think of materials like cotton, bamboo or memory foam. If your child has allergies, choose an anti allergic hypoallergenic child pillow.
- Small pillow: the pillow should match your child’s height and the size of the bed. Make sure it is not too large so your child has enough room to move.
- Washable: accidents happen. It helps if you can wash the pillow or its cover. That is more hygienic and healthier for your child.
- Allow time to adjust: this is the first time your child will sleep on a pillow. Let them get used to it at their own pace, for example a few hours a day or only at night.
Pillow for your child age four or older
Is your child a little older and are you looking for a good child pillow that also lasts a long time? Then the Cloudkiddo Child Pillow may be a perfect fit. Our innovative pillow grows with your child. You can adjust it yourself by adding extra filling as your child grows. That means you do not need to buy a new pillow after every growth spurt. The benefits at a glance.
✓ The pillow grows with your child
✓ Add filling and create the ideal height
✓ Hypoallergenic and highly breathable
✓ Extra safe, certified to OEKO TEX® Standard 100
✓ Cooling feel thanks to the unique ICE silk® texture
✓ Washable outer cover that dries quickly
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Is the Cloudkiddo Child Pillow safe?
Yes, our child pillow is completely safe. It has been thoroughly tested, so you can tuck your little one in with peace of mind every night. The Cloudkiddo Child Pillow is made with materials certified to OEKO TEX® Standard 100, which means it contains no harmful substances. The filling consists of shredded memory foam for excellent airflow. The memory foam pieces also adapt to the sleeping position. Worried your child could reach the pieces? No worries. The pillow has both an inner and an outer cover with a zipper, and if you place the inner cover inside out in the outer cover, little hands cannot access the filling compartment.
Up to what age is the Cloudkiddo Child Pillow suitable?
The Cloudkiddo Child Pillow grows with your child up to about age 12. Around that age it is wise to switch to an adult pillow. You could time the change with the start of secondary school. A fresh start 🙂
100 day trial
Want to know if your child is ready for a Cloudkiddo Child Pillow? There is only one way to find out. Order and try it. Your child can test the pillow for 100 days. Not a match? Send it back for free.
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