When to Upgrade to a Bigger Mattress

Whether you’ve been sleeping on a twin mattress or a full-size mattress, you might decide that it’s time for an upgrade. A mattress that is too small can severely impact your rest, as you’ll be sleeping in uncomfortable positions in order to fit properly. Sleep impacts your physical health and your cognitive abilities, so it’s vital that you get a full night’s sleep on a mattress that is comfortable and fits you properly. 

So, if your mattress is feeling a little on the small side, or certain life milestones have been reached, it’s time to upgrade your mattress to a bigger, better size.

If Your Mattress is Too Short

It goes without saying that tall people have a lot of problems. One of them is mattresses not being long enough. While some taller people sleep fine curled up on their side, those who sleep on their back or stomach often find their feet hanging off the edge of the bed or their heads pressed to the headboard.

It’s better to upgrade your mattress to one that’s long enough, whether it’s upgrading a twin mattress to a twin XL, a full to a queen or even a king up to a California king mattress. Those extra few inches could make a huge difference to your comfort and sleep quality.

If You’re a Restless Sleeper

Are you someone who tosses and turns a lot throughout the night? If so, you might want to consider upgrading to a larger mattress. If you’re someone who shares a bed, the extra space will help prevent your partner from being disturbed. Motion transfer could very well cause tension in a relationship as your moving around could disrupt your partner’s sleep. The larger the mattress, the less likely it is that your movements will awaken them.

Even if you’re a solo sleeper, a larger mattress can be beneficial. It will give you more room to move around, and you’ll be less likely to accidentally fall off the edge of the bed. This will certainly benefit you since you won’t be dealing with potential injuries and soreness from a sudden impact on the floor in the middle of the night.

When You’ve Moved Into a Bigger Place

One of the reasons people keep a smaller mattress is because they live in a small house or apartment. But when you move into a bigger place and find yourself with a larger bedroom, you may decide this is the perfect time to upgrade your mattress to something more substantial. Your bed will be the most prominent piece of furniture in your bedroom, so if you’ve got the space, get something that fills it better.

After You Get Married

Marriage is a great time to invest in a new mattress. It’s a fresh chapter in your life, so a fresh mattress is a good way to commemorate it. That, and depending on the size of your old mattress, you might find that the original mattress simply isn’t big enough for you both. Or even if it is, if one of you is a restless sleeper or tends to spread out as you sleep, motion transfer could be a major issue that could cause discourse early in the marriage.

Also, if you’ve just started living together, you might find that a mattress that supports one of you doesn’t work for both. So, it’s a great time to go to a showroom to discuss your individual sleep needs and find a mattress that fits you both. You can test out the mattresses together to determine which size is big enough for you. In-person shopping for a larger mattress could be a great bonding experience for you both!

During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a big step in your life, but it adds complications. On top of common sleep disorders like pregnancy insomnia, you might find that your mattress isn’t quite right for you anymore. Perhaps you’d like more space to cut down on the ever-problematic motion transfer so you won’t disrupt your partner, or perhaps the bed just feels too small with your baby bump, and your family growing. A new, bigger mattress solves these problems.

When Getting A Pet

Some people enjoy having a dog or cat sleep on the bed with them. Pets can provide company, comfort, and even extra warmth on a cold night. But they also take up space, and if the mattress is too small for both of you, one of you might be sleeping on the floor. By getting a bigger mattress, you both have more room to spread out and sleep. However, depending on how needy your pet is, you might still find yourself questioning if the bed is big enough for you both.

Children Growing Up

Kids grow up so fast, and eventually, it will be time for them to graduate from a children’s bed to a bigger twin, twin XL, or even a full-sized bed. Depending on the growth spurts your child goes through, as well as how tall your pediatrician predicts they’ll grow, you might even want to plan ahead and invest in a queen or California king mattress. This might seem a little extreme, but if your child is on their way to becoming the next Andre the Giant, a bigger, longer mattress could be the relief they need for their growing pains.

Getting your child a larger mattress can also be good for them mentally. It affirms that you recognize that they’re growing up and getting closer to adulthood. You can further emphasize this by taking them mattress shopping with you. They can decide for themselves which mattress is most comfortable for them and feel proud of themselves for making such a “grown-up” decision.

Bigger can be better when it comes to your mattress. Don’t try to squeeze into a sleeping space that’s too small. Upgrade to a bigger mattress to celebrate milestones or just get a better night’s sleep.