For a child at a tender age, sleep is very important, because the more he sleeps, the faster he grows. For a full and relaxing sleep, it is important to choose the right underwear, buying it before the baby is born. It is difficult for the consumer to understand among the abundance of European, American, Russian sizes. What to rely on when choosing and what features do the sets of each country have?
Size table for crib bedding
Russian sizes
Size chart of Russian baby underwear
| Name | Pillowcases | Sheet | Duvet cover |
| Baby | 60 × 40 70 × 50 70 × 70 | 150 × 120 210 × 150 214 × 150 260 × 180 | 147 × 115 210 × 150 215 × 143 220 × 160 |
European sizes
The difference between European and Russian standard sizes is that bedclothes sewn in European countries are several cm larger than ours. The sizes of the European duvet cover are 205 by 225, the pillowcases are 51 by 71, and the sheet parameters are 220 by 245.
The country of origin is marked on the label with the children's underwear: Children or Baby bed. This inscription denotes baby bedding. For the mattress, the standard size is 56 by 118, and the parameters of the sheet are 120 x 170. The size of the sheet in which the elastic is sewn, worn on the corners 60 x 120, and the duvet cover 100 on 120. The standard parameters of the pillowcase for the European bedding set are 40 on 60.
Table of European sizes of baby bedding
| Name | Pillowcase, see pillow case | Duvet cover, see Duvet cover | A sheet on an elastic band, see Fitted Sheet | Mattress, cm | Sheet cm Sheet |
| Baby bed / crib | 40 × 60 | 100 × 120 | 60 × 120 | 56 × 118 | 120 × 170 |
Attention: Often manufacturers in Europe make sets of children's bedding with incomplete equipment. Therefore, before buying, make sure that the set contains all the necessary items.
American linen sizes
Bed linen made in the USA is also marked Baby bed on the packaging and has the following dimensions:
- mattress (71 by 132 cm);
- a sheet with an elastic band (71 by 132 cm);
- a sheet (107 by 183 cm);
- pillowcase on a pillow (40 by 60 cm);
- duvet cover (101 by 121 cm).
Table of American sizes of baby bedding
| Name | Pillowcase, see pillow case | Duvet cover, see Duvet cover | A sheet on an elastic band, see Fitted Sheet | Sheet cm Sheet | Mattress, cm |
| Baby bed / crib | 40 × 60 | 101 × 121 | 71 × 132 | 107 × 183 | 71 × 132 |
Important! American bedding sets have their own characteristics. Often, instead of a full duvet cover, there is only a sheet in the kit, which is attached with a zipper or buttons to the blanket. Therefore, before you purchase the selected set, you should pay attention to whether there is a duvet cover in the package.
Sizes of bed linen for newborns
The parameters of bedding items are directly related to the size of the crib on which the child sleeps. It is very convenient to use sheets with elastic, which do not need to be poked and straightened, just put them on the corners of the mattress.
Recently, manufacturers have been offering sets in a bed where, in addition to standard pillowcases, a duvet cover and a sheet, the pillow itself, a blanket, a protective side and a pocket are included.
Standard sizes of linen for baby items:
- the sheet comes in 3 versions: 120 to 60 (with elastic); 120 * 180; 110 to 150;
- pillowcase on a pillow, size 45 by 45. A variant of 35 by 45;
- The duvet cover can be in two versions: 100 to 150; 110 to 140.
Size chart of bedding for newborns
| Name | Sheet cm | Sheet cm | Duvet cover, cm |
| Children's (nursery) | 45 x 45; 45 x 35. | 120 x 80; 110 x 150; 120 x 60. | 100 x 150; 110 x 140. |
What is included in sets for newborns?
The birth of a child is a wonderful event in the life of every family. We try to give the best to children: toys, clothes, entertainment. But it is very important from childhood that the baby was surrounded by natural fabrics that would not irritate his delicate skin. Cotton fully satisfies all these requirements, being a hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly material. It is important that all sets of bedding for newborns are stitched with a linen seam and do not rub the delicate skin of the crumbs. Linen must comply with all sanitary standards.
- a blanket measuring 110 by 140. In summer, parents are advised to use two blankets (thin summer and long). In winter, it is good to combine three blankets (one thick based on down or camel hair and two thin ones);
- a protective side so that the child does not hit or injure himself. Size 360 * 36. In summer, it is better to remove, so that better air enters the crib;
- duvet cover. Parameters: 146 to 112;
- the pillow for the newborn is always thin, and the pillowcase to it has a size of 40 * 60;
- canopy that rests on the mount;
- mattress cover;
- sheet. It can be ordinary or elastic, the standard one has parameters 127 * 146.
Children's bedding in the kindergarten: sizes
- pillowcase size 40 to 60;
- a duvet cover measuring 110 to 145;
- the sheet is 100 by 145.
Baby bedding - types, types, composition
- a sheet (for covering the mattress or bed). It can simply be superimposed on a mattress or attached with a sewn elastic band; it has a rectangular shape;
- pillowcase (pillow cover). Shape: cylinder, square, rectangle, etc. Fastens with buttons, Velcro, zippers, fasteners;
- duvet cover (cover for a baby blanket, fastens with a zipper, buttons, Velcro; sometimes a slit is simply made on the side to insert the blanket).
- pillowcase + bed sheet + duvet cover;
- duvet cover + 2 pillowcases + bed sheet;
- pillowcase + sheet;
- 2 sheets + pillowcase;
- two pillowcases.
Not always linen is sold in sets; you can buy an item and match it with your favorite set. Or buy one more sheet for the set, until the child learns to go to the toilet on his own. And for a baby who is spitting up, a linen set with a second pillowcase is an excellent choice.
By size
- for a crib (cradle). For babies from birth to 3 years;
- for teenage beds. The size is calculated from the size of the mattress or bed, the length of the sheet will vary from 140 to 220 cm.
By type of fabric
All fabrics recommended for the crib are breathable and natural, so that the child does not have allergies, diaper rash, or sweating, and his sleep is comfortable.
- batiste. Thin fabric with a small density, soft and delicate material, but wears out quickly;
- chintz. The thread in such a fabric is thick, and the weaving is rare. It has an average durability;
- calico. It does not wipe for a long time and is resistant to mechanical damage;
- satin. Thin threads with tight weaving. The material is pleasant to the touch, has a glossy surface and excellent wear resistance;
- flannel. Soft fleece fabric, drawback: rolls down quickly.
According to destination
The standard length of the sheet in this set is 121 by 151, duvet cover 116 by 148, sides 25 by 75, pillowcases 41 by 61. Parents should be aware that the edges of the sheet should be hidden under the mattress. The size of the duvet cover should match the length and width of the blanket. Same thing with the pillow.
For a preschooler . Here, not only the parameters of the items in the set are important, but also the material, colors, texture. A pleasant perception affects the formation of the child's psyche and taste of the baby. Standard options for boys: cartoon characters, geometric prints, technology, etc.
Linen designed for a double bed. Such kits are used infrequently. It has two pillowcases, a duvet cover and a sheet. The pillowcase is 51 by 71 cm in size and the duvet cover is 165 by 225 cm in size.
Read adult bedding sizes here.
