Baby and Child Caskets

What Are Baby and Child Caskets?

Baby and child caskets are smaller caskets designed for infants, children, and young people. They are available in several size categories to ensure a proper fit. Preemie and newborn caskets typically measure 18 to 24 inches, while infant caskets range from 24 to 36 inches. Child caskets for toddlers and young children generally measure 36 to 48 inches, and youth caskets accommodate children up to approximately 5 feet tall. Each size is proportioned with age-appropriate interior dimensions, bedding, and hardware. If you are unsure which size is right, our customer service team can help you select the correct baby casket or child casket based on the measurements provided by your funeral home.

Materials and Styles

Metal Baby Caskets: Our metal child caskets are constructed from 20-gauge steel with brushed nickel hardware. The steel exterior can be finished in a wide range of colors, including soft blue, pink, lavender, white, red, and green. Metal baby caskets are the most popular option because they offer a smooth, seamless surface that pairs well with themed designs such as butterflies, angels, or other childhood motifs. These caskets accept custom vinyl engraving on the cap or head panel, allowing families to add a name, date, or short message. If you are looking for a broader overview of casket materials and construction, our guide to different types of caskets covers every major option.

Wood Child Caskets: Wood caskets for children are crafted from pine or poplar and finished with a warm, natural stain or painted exterior. The classic wood grain gives a timeless appearance, and many families choose wood when they prefer a traditional look. Wood child coffin options are also available with padded crepe or velvet interiors in coordinating colors.

Biodegradable Baby Caskets: For families planning a green burial, biodegradable baby caskets are made from woven willow, seagrass, or bamboo fibers. These eco-friendly caskets are designed to return to the earth naturally without introducing metals or synthetic materials. Biodegradable infant caskets are a meaningful choice for families who value environmental stewardship. Browse our full collection of biodegradable caskets for additional sizes and styles.

Customization Options

Bedding Colors: Most metal baby caskets offer a choice of interior bedding fabric and color. Standard bedding options include blue crepe, pink crepe, lilac crepe, and white crepe. Premium bedding upgrades are available in velvet and specialty fabrics such as green camouflage or pink camouflage, allowing families to personalize the interior to reflect their child's personality.

Engraving and Personalization: Families can add a child's name to the cap panel or head-end rail of metal caskets using vinyl lettering. Lettering color can be selected to coordinate with the casket exterior. This personalization is available at a modest additional cost and is completed before shipment so the casket arrives ready for the service.

Choosing the Right Baby or Child Casket

Size: The most important factor when selecting a baby casket or infant casket is choosing the correct length. Your funeral director can provide exact measurements to ensure a proper fit. Casket kids sizes range from preemie lengths under 24 inches up through youth sizes near 60 inches, so confirming dimensions before ordering avoids delays during an already difficult time.

Material: Consider where the casket will be placed. Metal caskets are the most common choice for traditional cemetery burial and offer the widest range of colors and themes. Wood caskets provide a classic, warm appearance. Biodegradable options are required for certified green burial grounds.

Burial Vault: Most cemeteries require an outer burial container or vault for ground burial. We carry burial vaults sized for child caskets, and infant casket and vault combo packages are available for added convenience and savings. If you are weighing all your options, our guide on how much a funeral costs provides helpful context on pricing across all service types.

Cremation Alternative: Some families choose cremation rather than traditional burial. If you are considering both options, our guide to choosing a cremation urn for a child or infant walks through urn sizes, styles, and keepsake options designed specifically for babies and children.

Free Shipping on Every Baby and Child Casket

Every baby coffin, infant casket, and child casket at Memorials.com ships free anywhere in the contiguous United States. Orders placed before 3 PM Eastern typically ship the same business day via a freight carrier for safe, discreet delivery directly to your funeral home. Our team is available by phone or email to help with sizing questions, customization requests, or anything else you may need during this time. Browse our full selection of caskets to see every size and style we carry.