Baby Health Care: The Right Organic Crib Mattress

Posted by Babies - 16/05/09 at 07:05 pm


Babies spend a regular 16 hours lying in his crib. That is why any parent who cares about their baby’s health would like to make sure that every item baby used on his crib is not harmful to their health or development. Nothing is more important than the crib mattress where the baby is found lying on most often. Parents who know the importance of using earth-friendly products and their effects to sustainability would be happy of an organic crib mattress’s benefits.

So what is it exactly that makes an organic crib mattress a must buy baby product for parents? The first thing to look into is the materials that make it up. The regular crib mattresses are made from materials that may be harmful to the environment and to anyone’s health and they are also laden with formaldehyde which is what baby will be breathing most of the time. These baby mattresses also contain PBDE or polybrominated diphenyl ether, a flame retardant that is linked to SIDS or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and most cases of cancer. Organic baby crib mattresses are made of 100% organic substances such as organic cotton, organically grown wool, or natural rubber. With an organic crib mattress, you are sure that baby lies on a non-toxic and hypoallergenic bedding which keeps him safe from substances that can be harmful to his health. With an organic crib mattress, you can be sure that there are no toxic chemicals that can harm your baby or cause him skin and respiratory problems.

Organic baby bedding are also free from harsh dyes and metals that may contain chemicals that cause respiratory problems and other more serious health complications after a prolonged exposure. Instead of formaldehyde, the sealant used for these rib mattresses is a tree-based oil and not formaldehyde which can cause respiratory complications for your baby. You can also choose organic crib mattresses whose natural materials are resistant to moisture build-up which makes it easy to clean or wash. A good quality crib mattress can serve as a great mold of the baby’s body when it’s cold and he needs a blanket.

Comforters or bumpers that are made from the same natural materials are added on some organic crib mattresses. You might think that because it’s organic this crib mattress would appear queer but the truth is you can find several stylish designs that are better when compared to its synthetic counterparts.

Parents will have peace of mind knowing that their baby is not exposed to harmful chemicals that can cause diseases even if they lay on their mattress for as long as they want.

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