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  • Sumshine
    Daycare.com Member
    • Dec 2016
    • 204

    Sheets On Cots?

    So obviously I have sheets for my pack and play mat and my porta-crib! But do I need sheets on my cots?!

    I recently became a part of a big provider Facebook group and I notice a lot of sheets on cots! I feel I am missing something because I don't do this? Each kiddo has their own cot and their own set of blankets. I set the cots up every Monday in my nap room. They sleep in the exact same one with the same blanket and I wash the blankets and sanitize the cots and stack them back in the corner every Friday after a nap.

    Do i need sheets on my cots? Is this a requirement in MN???? BlackCat???
  • Gemma
    Childcare Provider
    • Mar 2015
    • 1277

    #2
    I don't know the regulations of your State, unless it is a requirement, I suggest you do what works for you rather than what others do

    Personally I do not use sheets, I would have to change them after each nap, I use mats on cots (for comfort) that are easily clean with bleach water, and put away

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    • Sumshine
      Daycare.com Member
      • Dec 2016
      • 204

      #3
      Originally posted by Gemma
      I don't know the regulations of your State, unless it is a requirement, I suggest you do what works for you rather than what others do

      Personally I do not use sheets, I would have to change them after each nap, I use mats on cots (for comfort) that are easily clean with bleach water, and put away
      If it's a requirement I really missed it! I only see stuff about sheets on pnps and crib matresses! I really hope it isn't I like the method/way I've been doing it and the kids don't seem to mind any!

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      • Gemma
        Childcare Provider
        • Mar 2015
        • 1277

        #4
        Originally posted by Sumshine
        I like the method/way I've been doing it and the kids don't seem to mind any!
        That's all that matters!:hug:

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        • Josiegirl
          Daycare.com Member
          • Jun 2013
          • 10834

          #5
          Our regs. stipulate dcks cannot sleep directly on non-porous materials. I have to get some sheets for mine, spending more and more money every week to please the state. I'm in Vt. though.

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          • Sumshine
            Daycare.com Member
            • Dec 2016
            • 204

            #6
            Originally posted by Josiegirl
            Our regs. stipulate dcks cannot sleep directly on non-porous materials. I have to get some sheets for mine, spending more and more money every week to please the state. I'm in Vt. though.
            Hmmm I don't think I read anything like that. My cots are very "pourus" though IMO that's why I chose them! Easy to clean and good air flow!

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            • Blackcat31
              • Oct 2010
              • 36124

              #7
              Originally posted by Sumshine
              So obviously I have sheets for my pack and play mat and my porta-crib! But do I need sheets on my cots?!

              I recently became a part of a big provider Facebook group and I notice a lot of sheets on cots! I feel I am missing something because I don't do this? Each kiddo has their own cot and their own set of blankets. I set the cots up every Monday in my nap room. They sleep in the exact same one with the same blanket and I wash the blankets and sanitize the cots and stack them back in the corner every Friday after a nap.

              Do i need sheets on my cots? Is this a requirement in MN???? BlackCat???
              No you are NOT required to have sheets on cots or nap mats. ONLY in cribs/PNP's.

              The requirements for bedding for those over age 12 months only says:
              9502.0435 SANITATION AND HEALTH.
              Subp. 11. Bedding. Clean, separate bedding must be provided for each child in care.

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              • lovemydaycare0912
                Daycare.com Member
                • Oct 2015
                • 756

                #8
                In my state we have to. Or so I think. Good question!

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                • Sumshine
                  Daycare.com Member
                  • Dec 2016
                  • 204

                  #9
                  Sweet! I knew that you would know BC! Thanks!!!!

                  This makes me feel much better! I was really concerned I had honestly overlooked something!!!! Phew!

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