An anti-plagiocephaly mattress is one that is designed to prevent cranial deformation in babies and avoid the appearance of plagiocephaly or flat head syndrome. It can be a good preventive measure against plagiocephaly and help solve problems arising from plagiocephaly in the medium and long term.

The surface where the baby rests must be a safe, breathable, and adaptable mattress, especially in the areas where it is most needed, avoiding the continuous pressure exerted on the baby's head.

• Appropriate firmness. The mattress must be firm, but not hard. This will allow the baby's head to be well supported, but without exerting too much pressure on the contact points.
• Uniform surface. The surface of the mattress must be uniform and smooth, without any protrusions or hollows that could cause uneven pressure on the baby's head.
• Comfort and adaptability. The mattress must be comfortable for the baby and help promote healthy and restorative sleep.
• Specific shapes or materials that help distribute pressure evenly on the baby's head.

It is important to choose a mattress that is safe and that, in addition to being designed to prevent plagiocephaly, is also very breathable to avoid the accumulation of heat and moisture, and with it any minimal risk of suffocation.

Care Mattresses: the best anti-plagiocephaly mattress

Without a doubt, the mattresses from the Care range of Ecus Kids, both in their crib size and mini-crib or carrycot, are the best anti-plagiocephaly mattresses because they are specifically designed and manufactured with this mission: to protect babies from plagiocephaly.

The foam of its topper has the shape of pyramids or bubbles that multiply the support points on the baby's head when it rests on it, so that the pressure is never the same nor is it exerted on the same side of the head. With this system, Care mattresses manage to reduce pressure on the baby's head by up to 70%, preventing it from suffering plagiocephaly and, if it already has it, preventing it from worsening or even improving it.

In addition, the foam itself creates air channels that, along with the breathability of the 3D fabric, allow the mattress to always be cool, that air circulates normally, and that the baby's body temperature does not increase. This prevents the risk of suffocation or sudden infant death, even if the baby -while sleeping- were to place itself face down.

On the other hand, the high resilience foam that makes up the core ensures that the surface maintains the appropriate firmness, its shape despite the passage of time, and prevents the baby from sinking into the mattress.

If you are looking for an anti-plagiocephaly mattress, the Care mattress from Ecus Kids is the best option. This is certified by the health registry granted by the Spanish Agency of Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS), which indicates that it is a safe mattress for the prevention of plagiocephaly and suffocation.