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How Children’s Bedroom Furniture Can Cause Allergies

Posted by Felicity River at Jun 6th, 2009 in Allergies

by Felicity River

If your child has allergies there are plenty of choices in bedding available to help. Some easy steps and shopping around can prevent allergic reactions in children due to their bedding or bedroom furniture harboring dust mites. I know it’s yucky to think about but it’s the feces of those mites that cause the allergies.

Any good retailer for bedding, whether they’re online or down the street. offers a variety of certified hypoallergenic products at good prices. It’s a good idea to start with a vinyl box spring case. They last a long time plus they’re waterproof, easy to clean, and not hospitable to dust mites.

Secondly, and maybe even more important, is get a cover for the entire matress. Mak sure you measure your child’s mattress beforehand so it fits good and tight.

Next lets talk pillows. You can find allergy friendly certified pillows which have tightly woven outer fabric that inhibits dust mites and even pet dander from entering. Many pillows are also available with hypoallergenic synthetic down and/or films that inhibit mold or bacterial growth that can also irritate an allergy. These pillows are durable, affordable, and comfortable. And remember that pillows should be replaced every two years.

It doesn’t matter what brand of pillows, sheets, or duvets you buy just look for the mark of hypoallergenic certification on the label. The bonus is these things are made without chemicals that can irritate or cause reactions.

Wash the bedding in high temp water and dryer. Every 3 months or so, thoroughly clean the mattress and box spring.

To inhibit dust mite contamination, change the linens once or twice a week. Run a vacuum over the mattress, pillow, or blankets when you do.

When making the bed, shake the bedding out then fold back the blankets. It keeps the humidity down and is less inviting for the mites. Don’t forget to keep the headboard and bedside tables clean.

After you vacuum the children’s bedroom, wait until the dust settles for about 2 hours before you make up the bed so it won’t settle there.

It’s these simple changes that can mean the difference between discomfort and rest at night for the kids and you, the parent.

About the Author:

Dennis Kiefer is devoted to children’s bedroom furniture and bedding that is warm, secure, and safe but not expensive. He is part owner of the company and writes extensively about life with kids.

Tags: Allergies