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A well-reviewed pack and play mattress upgrade over the thin factory pad, with genuine dual-age firmness rather than a marketing label.
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How it ranks among the 28 cribs, beds & mattresses we track
4.7★ across 232 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
232 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
2,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Sized 38 by 26 by 3 inches for pack and plays and mini cribs, this dual-sided memory foam mattress pairs a firmer 70D foam layer for infants with a softer 40D memory foam layer for toddlers up to age three.
The dual-firmness design is the real point here: flip it for a firmer newborn-safe surface early on, then flip again as a child grows into the softer toddler side, instead of buying two separate pads. OEKO-TEX and CertiPUR-US certification cover the fabric and foam respectively, which matters for a surface a baby sleeps on for months. Reviewers who were initially unsure about a vacuum-sealed foam pad consistently reported it expanding to a genuinely firm, thick mattress within a day.
- 38 x 26 x 3 inch sizing
- Dual-sided firm and memory foam
- OEKO-TEX and CertiPUR-US certified
- Waterproof, machine-washable cover
Who it's for
Parents setting up a Graco or similar pack and play, a grandparent's house, or a portable crib for travel. Less useful if you need a mattress for a full-size standard crib, since this is sized for mini cribs and playards.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers consistently describe it as thicker and firmer than other playard pads once it finishes expanding from its vacuum packaging, with several noting no odor after unwrapping. The dual firm and soft sides got specific praise for working through different ages of the same child, and multiple reviewers confirmed a snug fit in Graco pack and plays.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Dual firmness covers newborn through age 3 in one mattress
- OEKO-TEX and CertiPUR-US certified materials
- Machine washable cover
- Fits Graco and similar pack and plays snugly per reviewers
- Arrives vacuum-sealed and needs about a day to fully expand
- Costs more than a basic pack and play pad
Performance notes
The firm side uses higher-density 70D foam meant to support a young infant's spine, while the flip side softens to 40D memory foam once a child is old enough to reposition themselves, and the waterproof membrane layers sit inside the foam rather than as a surface coating, so the cover can be washed without breaking the waterproofing down. At 38x26x3 inches it is sized to fill a mini crib or playard opening closely enough to reduce the gap where a hand or foot could get caught.
Specifications
| Brand | DeerFable |
|---|---|
| Model | CM01-BL-3IN |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.7 pounds |
| Item Depth | 3 inches |
| Item Dimensions | 38 × 26 × 3 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 38 × 26 × 3 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | High-Resilience Foam, Skin-Friendly Fabric, Soft Memory Foam |
| Construction Type | 8-Layer Support Structure |
| Cover Material | Polyester Blend |
| Fill Material | Memory Foam |
| Mattress Comfort Layer Material | Gel Memory Foam, Memory foam |
| Color | White & Blue |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Included Components | DeerFable Dual Sided Pack and Play Mattress |
| Other details | |
| Mattress Type | Playard Mattress |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Layers | 8 |
| Item Thickness | 3 inches |
| Product Benefits | Dual-Sided Firmness, Waterproof, Hypoallergenic, Machine Washable, Portable, Gap-Reducing Design |
| Item Highlight | Pack n Play Mattress 3 Inch Thick, 4 in 1 Breathable Mini Crib Mattress, Portable Mattress 38x26x3, Playard Playpen Mattress |
| Set Name | Baby Playpen Mattress Set |
| Additional Features | 4-in-1 Multi-Use, Double Sided, Fits 38x26 Inch Mini Cribs & Playards, Removable Washable Cover, Waterproof Inner Lining |
| Item Firmness Description | Dual Firmness (Firm for newborns, Soft toddlers) |
| topstyle | Gel Top |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cribs, beds & mattresses.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pack and Play MattressThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 232 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Graco Premium Foam Baby Crib & Toddler Bed MattressGraco | 4.8 / 5 | 51,203 | 4.9 / 5 |
| Dream On Me Holly 2-in-1 Mini Crib MattressDream | 4.7 / 5 | 20,518 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Delta Children Plastic Toddler BedDelta Children | 4.7 / 5 | 9,436 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Hiccapop Playard Mattress PadHiccapop | 4.7 / 5 | 24,244 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the DeerFable CM01-BL-3IN
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How long does the DeerFable mattress take to expand after unpacking?
Reviewers report it reaches full thickness within about a day of unwrapping from its vacuum-sealed packaging.
Does this pack and play mattress fit a Graco pack and play?
Yes, multiple reviewers confirm it fits Graco pack and plays and similar playards closely.
Which side of the mattress should a newborn sleep on?
The firmer 70D foam side is meant for babies 0 to 12 months, and the softer 40D memory foam side is meant for ages 1 to 3.