For many parents, co-sleeping – the practice of sleeping with your child in either the same room or the same bed – seems like a no-brainer. This makes sense, as co-sleeping is common both in the US and in diverse cultures throughout the world. But new research into children's sleep is revealing that co-sleeping may not be as common sense as we once thought, and if you're a new parent, it's crucial to understand the benefits, risks, and best practices around co-sleeping. At 5 Little Monkeys, we're here to help parents everywhere ensure healthy, restful sleep for their child, both through our mattress for kids and beyond. Here's our advice on the proper age and best practices of...

At 5 Little Monkeys, we're proud to help kids everywhere get the deep, restful sleep they need with our world-class mattress for kids. But sometimes, it takes more than just a great kids bed to help a child fall asleep – especially if they're worried about monsters under the bed or dangers lurking in a dark corner of the room. As a parent, it can be hard to know how to handle children's before-bed fears, so here are a few tips on how to help your child go to sleep when they're feeling scared.

Tips to Help Your Child Sleep When They're Scared

Being afraid of the dark is one of the most common parts of childhood, and...

At 5 Little Monkeys, we're on a mission to help kids everywhere experience the life-changing magic of deep, restful, healthy sleep. While sleep seems like it should be straightforward, there's a surprising number of factors that can stand in the way of a child getting the right amount of healthy sleep, and one of the biggest is their bed. Choosing the right kids bed for your child can be challenging – especially deciding on the size. And if you're unsure what size bed to get for your child, we can help.

Choosing the Best Bed Size for Your Child

Every kid is different, and ultimately, you should decide on a bed based on your own child's preferences and the...