GREENGUARD Environmental Institute certifies products and materials through a nine-step process for low chemical emissions, including VOCs.
GREENGUARD Gold is awarded to low or non-existent chemical emission items. These items are screened against 10,000 chemicals and VOCs and are safe for sensitive individuals.
BPA [bisphenol A] is an industrial chemical found in plastic, epoxy resins, and even food and water containers. This chemical has been linked to adverse health effects in fetuses, newborns and children.
GOTS certification tests for the use of harmful chemicals and toxins, as well as verifying environmentally and socially responsible production of organic textiles.
Baby products that are made in the USA are held to the highest production standards.
Formaldehyde is something you want to stay away from because it is a cancerous, strong-smelling, colorless gas commonly found in pressed-wood products.
Phthalates disrupt the body's hormones and some are known carcinogens. The chemicals from baby gear and wallpaper can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed.
PFAS-free baby products do not containpoly-fluorinated alkyl substances which are a group of around 4,700 industrial chemicals that can be found everywhere around us.
VOCs (Volatile organic compounds) are chemicals from specific solids or liquids (like wax, paints and varnishes) that can be emitted as gas. It has been proven that this easily inhaled chemical may lead to cancer, liver, and kidney diseases.
Fire retardants are chemicals that are often sprayed onto car seats and baby products to make them fire resistant. But, these poisonous chemicals are known to cause hormone disruption, neurological damage and even cancer.
Handmade products are made with love, they are unique, and created– just for you! Crafty people can create pretty much anything and adjust it to your needs and preferences.
When you shop for organic baby products you are limiting your child’s exposure to harmful toxins likepesticides.Not only are they safe for your baby, but the natural and biodegradable ingredients are also safe for the environment.
Your baby will drift off to dreamland on the most luxurious organic and breathable crib mattress ever made. Naturepedic makes the only breathable + waterproof + organic crib mattresses in the world!
Specifications:
- 100% GOTS certified organic and non-toxic
- Made with organic cotton fabric and filling, and a patented food-grade waterproof surface made from non-GMO sugarcane that easily wipes clean
- Removable breathable machine-washable layer is extra thick for maximum breathability
- The mattress insert itself is encased in a waterproof layer, so even when the cover is in the wash, you can put a sheet right over it and rest assured there will be no leaks!
- Passes all federal and state flammability standards without any fire retardant chemicals or flame barriers
- 2-Stage Dual Firmness which allows you choose between a firmer and a softer side based on your child's age
- No glues, adhesives or polyurethane foam
- No harmful chemicals
- Dimensions: Fits standard size cribs - approximately 27 1/4" W x 51 5/8" L x 6" H. Also fits toddler beds.
What's inside the wavesupport™ core mattress?
- Removable washable breathable layer with organic cotton surface; quilted for added comfort
- Wipe-clean waterproof surface (organic cotton fabric with waterproof coating)
- Firmness support layer
- Organic cotton batting
- Wavesupport™ core - strong yet lightweight at just 14lbs, the mattress is easy to lift to change the bedding while still offering ultimate support to your little one
What's inside the innerspring core mattress?
- Removable washable breathable layer with organic cotton surface
- Wipe-clean waterproof surface (organic cotton fabric with waterproof coating)
- Firmness support layer
- Organic cotton batting
- 252 coil innerspring - a traditional and slightly firmer support system, weighing 19lbs
Healthier materials:
- Organic cotton fabric + fill: A healthier alternative to synthetic fabrics and foams, Naturepedic uses the purest form of organic cotton grown and certified in the U.S. and purchased directly from USDA-certified sources.
- Waterproofing: The mattress features an easy-to-clean organic cotton fabric with a patented LDPE waterproof coating so pure it actually meets food contact standards (made from non-GMO sugarcane without any glues or adhesives)!
- PLA layer: PLA is a high-performance synthetic fiber made from non-GMO sugarcane that adds resiliency and unique performance characteristics. Free from harmful chemicals, this material is featured on the toddler side.
- Coils or wavesupport™: Naturepedic's patented wavesupport™ core is strong yet lightweight, at only 14 lbs, making it easy to lift the mattress and change the bedding. For a more traditional and slightly firmer support system, choose the innerspring option, which weighs 19 lbs
Not sure which organic crib mattress is the right choice for your family? Check out our in-depth blog post comparing our bestsellers!