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Your baby spends more than half the day sleeping, her face resting on the crib mattress.What is she breathing in? Those are the questions on the minds of parents everywhere – especially when they’re wondering which crib mattress is best for their child. Disturbingly, researchers have detected harmful phthalates, fire retardants and volatile organic chemicals in mattresses made specifically for babies. One study done at the University of Texas at Austin found that the mattresses tested released nearly 30 different types of volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, as well as a variety of fragrance allergens. Thanks to consumer demand, manufacturers are working to make mattresses safer – firm enough and properly sized to avoid trapped limbs. They are also removing some harmful chemicals and using alternative methods to meet fire safety standards. If you’re in the market for a crib mattress for your baby, follow these tips to find one with fewer chemicals: The top priority is clean air.
VOCs are potentially hazardous gases that can escape from mattress foam and into the air a baby is breathing. VOCs escape from the polyurethane foam and glues used in a mattress. To limit these pollutants, look for a Global Organic Textile Standard, or GOTS, certified organic mattress, which will be verified to have the least potential for VOC emission. Two other certifications, Green Guard Gold and CertiPur, set maximum levels for VOC off-gassing. Green Guard applies to the entire product, while CertiPUR only applies to the polyurethane foam. Unfortunately, Green Guard’s most stringent standard, Green Guard Select, was discontinued, leaving only the weaker Gold standard in place. It is best to air out any new mattress because VOC levels decline notably after a couple days. However, other chemicals may linger. GOTS prohibits the use of phthalates in mattresses, while Green Guard and CertiPur set limits on the most commonly used phthalates. Avoid flame retardant chemicals. The foam interior of a mattress may contain added flame retardant chemicals, such as halogenated fire retardants and antimony.
Nowadays, new crib mattresses are unlikely to have added chemical flame retardants in the foam, but check with the manufacturer to make sure. If the information is not readily available on the company’s website, call customer service. All mattresses must have a fire-resistant outer covering, but manufacturers can use safer materials such as wool or plant starch to ensure fire safety.If you’re purchasing a product that advertises organic cotton or wool, look for the GOTS label to ensure this claim has been verified. If price is an issue, you could pair a new organic mattress with a recycled crib.*For babies, a waterproof covering makes sense. Avoid mattresses covered with PVC plastic, which can contain harmful ingredients. Look for polyethylene or thermoplastic polyurethane film covers instead. If you purchase a non-waterproof mattress, you can purchase a non-vinyl cover to be placed under the crib sheet. And skip covers that claim to be antibacterial – they are an unnecessary chemical exposure.
*A note about used mattresses To lower costs and reduce waste, some families choose to purchase or borrow used mattresses. This has benefits as well as risks. The amount of chemicals released by a mattress declines over time, so a mattress that has had years to air out may result in much lower exposure for your baby. But older mattresses may contain harmful chemicals that are no longer used in new ones, such as some phthalates that were eliminated in 2009. Plus, the older the mattress, the more mold or bacteria may be hiding inside. Make sure any used mattress you consider has been well maintained, stored in a dry environment and is still firm. New mattresses are more likely to meet current safety standards. Consumer Reports recommends buying new. If you’re considering a used crib, first check out these important safety tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Look for a crib made after 2011, when new federal requirements, such as removing drop-sides, were enacted.
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