Infants and toddlers spend at least 50% of their time sleeping during their first years. A certified organic crib mattress from Lifekind® will provide your child with the most comfortable and healthful sleep environment imaginable. Certified organic crib mattresses by Lifekind are the purest you can buy, with no compromises in materials or construction. As with all our mattresses, our crib mattresses carry a 20-year limited warranty, and they meet the GREENGUARD® product emission standard for children. Our traditional innerspring crib mattress is designed to meet the criteria of a safe crib mattress. The dimensions of our crib mattress (28" x 52" x 6") meet the specifications of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Built to last, the firmness of our certified organic crib mattress is provided by a super-firm 780-coil innerspring. It is covered on all sides with our durable, double-stitched quilted cover of GOTS-certified organic wool and cotton. To make our certified organic crib mattresses, Lifekind uses only our third-party-approved organic mattress EcoFactory™, located in Northern California.
We make no chemical products in our plant, and no chemically based product comes through our door. Therefore, there is no chance that our premises or your certified organic crib mattress can become contaminated. Our certified organic raw materials also come from sources as close to home as possible. We take pride in supporting American organic farmers. Click on an icon for more information about our independent third-party certifications: To ensure that your organic baby mattress arrives in a safe and sanitary condition, it immediately goes into a 6-mil plastic bag, and from there into a double-walled formaldehyde-free cardboard box. The box is then sealed using tight-seal mattress-wrapping equipment. This organic crib mattress is handmade to order and will ship in approximately 5 days. Delivery anywhere in the contiguous U.S. is $60. is this treated with flame-retardant chemicals? No, we do not use chemical flame retardants. The only flame retardant is this mattress is natural wool.
The way the wool is compressed and quilted into the cover makes it an effective barrier; our mattress pass the Federally-required open-flame test with flying colors! View all related questions. Ask a question and Give an answer. Help your fellow customer. Our mattresses are eligible for our 90-Day Comfort Exchange. With the exception of our mattresses, pillow tops, and custom orders, any item can be returned within 30 days for a full refund, exchange, or in-store credit of the item cost, as long as the product is received unused, and in its original packaging. Our pillows can be returned if you do not open or remove their sanitary-seal packaging. Please call 800-284-4983 for a return authorization number and instructions. No returns can be processed without a return authorization number. The customer is responsible for return shipping charges.Edit ArticleHow to Choose a Baby Crib Mattress Selecting a baby's first mattress can seem like an overwhelming task. There are a number of options available on the market today that have a wide variety of materials, sizes, and firmness.
By understanding the differences and knowing what features are most important, you can determine how to choose a baby crib mattress that is right for your little one. Measure the width and length of your crib. Check the firmness of the mattress you are purchasing. Your new crib mattress needs to be very firm to reduce the risk of your baby suffocating due to sinking into a softer surface. There is an easy test that you can do to confirm that your baby's mattress is safely firm enough. Decide whether you prefer a foam or an innerspring mattress. Foam options tend to be less expensive, but you must make sure that the foam is firm and dense and doesn't allow the baby to sink into the mattress. Innerspring mattresses typically cost more but offer higher durability. If you choose innerspring, select a mattress that has between 135 to 150 coils with a gauge lower than 15.5. These numbers should be found on the packaging. These guidelines are set by Consumer Reports and will guarantee the mattress you choose is firm enough for your baby.
Consider purchasing a dual-sided mattress: usually one side is designed for babies and the other for toddlers, extending the mattress lifespan considerably[1]. Choose a mattress with a very thick cover, which is also known as ticking. Verify that the mattress has been certified. Inspect the mattress for vent holes. Consider an organic mattress if you are concerned with the human-made chemicals, such as flame retardants that are in standard mattresses. Another way to test a mattress's firmness is to stand it vertically and squeeze it on both sides, as if to hug it. If the mattress squeezes easily, it's likely not firm enough. To check firmness of the mattress, push the mattress's center and around the edges. If you can see your hand print, or if the mattress pushes in easily, it's too soft for your baby. The right mattress should bounce back right away. Never use an infant mattress that is too small for the crib. To determine if yours fits properly, slide your fingers between the mattress and the crib.
If you can get more than 2 fingers in the gap, the mattress is too small and must be replaced to avoid risk of suffocation from the baby getting trapped. Avoid buying a used mattress unless you are 100% certain of its history. Avoid purchasing a used mattress. Body fluids from the previous child may have seeped into the mattress, which can cause mold or other fungus to grow. In recent studies, there has been some association of this fungus to an increased risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).Crib MatressMattress Here'SCrib CotMattress GuideBaby MckeigneyBaby JudeBaby ChloeBaby EvelynForwardIt's very important to get a safe and comfortable crib mattress! Home > Blog > Do I need a rubber crib mattress, or will an innerspring organic crib mattress be fine?Do I need a rubber crib mattress, or will an innerspring organic crib mattress be fine? Choosing the perfect organic crib mattress for your new little bundle may seem like a daunting task, given the number of choices out there.
Here is some information on organic crib mattresses made from natural latex/natural rubber and natural innerspring mattresses that will hopefully make the choice a little easier. Natural latex crib mattresses have a 4.5 – 5 inch (depending on manufacturer) core of firm natural rubber surrounded by a quilting made from wool encased in organic cotton fabric. The natural innerspring crib mattresses we carry are made with an average of 250 – 260 coils (depending on manufacturer) surrounded by thick layers of organic cotton batting and an organic cotton and wool quilting. Both the natural innerspring mattress and the natural latex mattress are considered firm, and provide a supportive, comfortable feel for newborns. Neither are treated with any chemical flame retardants, as the wool acts as a natural flame retardant. We almost always recommend natural latex/natural rubber mattresses for adults. This is because natural latex/natural rubber not only allows for good support, but also much better pressure relief without sacrificing that support.
Babies are light, and don’t need the same kind of pressure relief as adults do. Either an innerspring crib mattress or a natural latex/natural rubber crib mattress will be firm enough to offer plenty of support for your baby and the firmness of both is regulated by the CPSC (Consumer Products Safety Commission). Natural latex/rubber mattresses are also recommended for adults because they don't form a body impression like an innerspring mattress will. Again, because babies are so light, and because the innerspring mattress is so firm, compression really isn't an issue. I would recommend a rubber crib mattress over an innerspring crib mattress if there are known allergies to dust mites, as innerspring crib mattresses use cotton batting which is a medium where dust mites can grow. A rubber crib mattress is firm, and firm enough even for newborns, but will also flex and bend, which some parents may find a little disconcerting.Based on the quality of materials that are used, comparable firmness levels and the fact that neither type of mattress uses any chemical flame retardants, choosing between a natural innerspring crib mattress or a natural latex crib mattress is really a matter of personal preference.