As an industry leader, we offer a huge selection of crib mattresses for your nursery. No-Chem Tummy Time Mat We have recently updated our site, and slowly our health articles and info pages will be added to this new site. We appreciate your patience while we work behind the scenes. Connect with us on: The page you are looking for must not have been updated to the new site yet. We apologize, and hope to have everything updated soon. You might find a link to the new page listed on Healthy Living Articles, or on a tab to the left. You can also try adding the letter "l" (lowercase L) at the end of the url and it might take you exactly where you want to go. Thanks for stopping by!If you are expecting a little bundle, you have a lot of options when it comes to choosing a bed for them. There are different crib styles and different crib mattresses to choose from. Many people feel that they need the full sized crib and mattress set, but often either space or finances do not allow for the traditional standard cribs.
This often means that parents put their little one into a playpen or something similar. You do not have to do this. You can have a smaller version of the traditional crib in a mini crib. In case you have not heard of them before or ever considered them as a possibility, here you will find information on how to find the best mini crib and mattress for your home. As the name implies, a mini crib is a smaller sized crib. They have the typical wooden frame with crib rails and a mattress that fits into the bottom. Some of them can transform as your baby grows into toddlerhood, and even beyond, the same as a standard crib can do. However, they are smaller, which makes them ideal for certain situations… One of the major differences is the size of the mattress required. Standard crib mattresses are going to measure 28in wide and 52in long, whereas a mini crib mattress will measure 24in wide and 38in long. Another big difference is that standard cribs are fairly stationary and pricy, but mini cribs are designed for travel and convenience.
They are also typically cheaper than the standard sized cribs. Many people choose the traditional crib based on the idea that is what a crib is supposed to look like in their opinion. However, a mini crib is ideal for parents who want to travel to grandma’s house for visits or have a space that is limited. They are more portable and obviously they are space saving. Mini cribs are more practical if you want to have the baby sleep in your room, but you do not have a lot of space to spare. They are great in homes where the baby may spend most of their time napping in a living room instead of the nursery. The truth is, there is no real difference between the two cribs. It is a personal preference and you should choose the one that fits your life. To help you understand what is available and what makes the best, why not take a look at the mini crib reviews below? Dream On Me 3 in 1 Aden Convertible Mini Crib As your infant grows, this mini crib can change into a daybed or a twin size bed, but the frame is not included for the bed.
The mattress support system offers three positions and it is easily adjustable. All that you need to assemble the mini crib is included with your purchase. It is ASTM and CPSC certified to ensure safety and comfort for your baby. You can choose from 4 finishes on this pine wood finish mini crib. Delta Children Portable Mini Crib This is one of the best mini baby cribs for travel. It is lightweight and folds flat when you want to take it with you on a trip. It offers two positions for your mattress and even though it is portable and folds down flat, it still meets all safety standards for cribs. It has a stationary front and back rail, 4 casters, and it is all made of wood that is available in three colors. This crib is completely lead and phthalate safe to make it nontoxic regardless of which color you choose. It meets all safety standards and allows you to reach your little one easily thanks to its low profile. The mattress is supported on two levels. With this crib you will also get a 1” waterproof changing pad.
If you are interested in the type of mattresses you should have with a mini crib. You will want to check out the mini crib mattress reviews as well. DaVinci Crescent Mini Crib Waterproof Mattress This organic mini crib mattress is waterproof and free of adhesives, lead, phthalates, and TRIS. It is also free of all toxic flame retardants that other mattresses may have. The cover is triple laminated to ensure waterproofing. It has a border wire to ensure durability and 50 coil tempered steel springs to ensure stability. Dream On Me 3 Portable Crib Mattress This mattress can resist flames and it is made with a non-allergenic anti-bacterial waterproof cover. It fits well into standard portable cribs. It is made in the USA and meets all safety requirements. This mattress weighs only 1.9 pounds to make it easy to take wherever you need to go. Crib MatressMattress Here'SCrib CotMattress GuideBaby MckeigneyBaby JudeBaby ChloeBaby EvelynForwardIt's very important to get a safe and comfortable crib mattress!
When you are expecting a new baby, shopping for a crib and mattress can be very exciting. But it can also be stressful, once you become aware of the problems surrounding conventional mattress production. Many contain toxic materials such as fire retardants, plasticizers, polyurethane foam, and vinyl (PVC) that have been linked to problems with child development.There is also a theory that SIDS is caused by the toxic chemicals released by conventional crib mattresses. When a normally harmless household fungus (Scopulariopsis brevicaulis) comes into contact with the elements of phosphorous, arsenic, or antimony that have been found in chemical fire retardants in mattresses, it can generate extremely poisonous gases that are far more toxic than carbon monoxide. (Read more about it here.)New Zealand has been wrapping many of its conventional crib mattresses to seal in the toxic chemicals since 1995 and has noticed a 72 percent reduction in SIDS. The campaign, spearheaded by Dr. T.J. Sprott, has seen nearly 205,000 babies sleeping on wrapped mattresses with no deaths, while crib deaths on unwrapped mattresses were reported to be 975 in the same time period.
So it’s definitely a worthwhile investment to buy a ‘clean’ crib mattress for your new baby. If that’s too expensive, then consider purchasing a BabySafe Mattress Cover, which is the non-toxic plastic ‘bag’ used by Dr. Sprott.As a follow-up to my recent post about VOCs emitted from foam crib mattresses, here is a list of alternative green mattresses for your baby:Perfect for really young babies, this mattress is handmade using organic cotton and premium wool batting. It contains no fire retardants, synthetic fabrics, or petrochemical-based plastics. The 14-person company that makes this mattress uses sustainable practices such as permaculture (i.e. leftover materials are composted by worms) and ensures zero waste of manufacturing byproducts. Available online through Organic Lifestyle.This mattress features a core made of renewable and sustainable plant foam and organic cotton batting. Its cover is also organic cotton for breathability. One side is firmer than the other, making it better for infants;
then you can flip it over to the softer side as your baby grows into a toddler. Made in the U.S., this crib mattress contains organic cotton filling with springs to provide firm support. It has no wool or latex, for customers with allergy concerns. The waterproof model contains a non-toxic, food-grade polyethylene surface. Naturepedic uses a naturally-derived fire retardant formula made of baking soda, silica, and cellulose fiber from eucalyptus. Stuffed with a combination of coconut coir and natural latex, this crib mattress is made in the U.S. It features a removable cover made of organic cotton and wool. The wool acts as a natural fire retardant and water barrier. This crib mattress is made from 4 inches of natural rubber wrapped in organic cheesecloth. The outer removable cover is made of organic cotton jersey fabric. Obasan makes all its products in Ottawa, Canada, and sells them exclusively in store or over the phone. All products are described in detail on their website.Nook is a natural mattress company based in southern California.
Its Pebble Pure crib mattress is made with an organic coconut core layered with natural latex foam and organic wool (sourced from local farmers). The covering is made of breathable eucalyptus fibre infused with zinc, which is a non-toxic microbe resister, and organic cotton. ships to U.S. and Canada.This is the only crib that contains memory foam, except that this is entirely natural foam, made using hevea milk (rubber tree sap). The company describes it as “the memory foam we all know and love, but it’s made without the gunk.” The mattress contains no plastics, vinyl, or chemically treated fabrics, and using Kevlar fabric to pass flammability tests. The outside is made of organic cotton. Handmade in Devon, England, this mattress is stuffed entirely with organic coconut coir, which comes from coconut husks and is very breathable and supportive. It is wrapped in lambswool with a washable cotton cover. Also available are natural latex and mohair-filled crib mattresses. See here for a list of retailers in the U.S.If you have a generous budget to spend on an organic crib mattress, this one comes highly reviewed online.