Cold & Flu Map Cold & Flu Relief Advisor Dust Mite Mattress and Pillow Covers for Allergies Each adult person sheds about one and a half grams of skin every day. Dust mites are microscopic creatures that can live in your bedding and carpets and feed on this skin.It does explain why dust mite-proof pillow and mattress covers are your first line of defense against dust allergies! Facts About Dust Mites Dust mites are everywhere -- anywhere there are people or animals, warm temperatures, and high humidity. They like to be indoors, where they can get plenty of food like mold spores and dead skin cells from people and pets. If you are sensitive or allergic to them, you may have: Runny or itchy nose and sneezing Sore throat or hoarse voice Coughing and other breathing problems Skin rash and itching Worsening of your asthma Dust mites settle down in carpet, draperies, stuffed animals, and upholstered furniture. Mattresses, pillows, and soft bedding are favorite hangouts.
Dust mite covers really work. One study found that some kids with asthma need less asthma medicine when they used mattress and pillow covers. Tests of their mattresses showed that dust mites colonies there dwindled. But never decrease your asthma medicine unless instructed by your doctor. You can find dust mite covers for mattresses, pillows, and box springs at mattress and allergy supply stores and in a variety of materials. Plastic or vinyl covers with zippers help seal in allergens so you don't inhale them when sleeping. Plastic or vinyl covers are easier to keep clean than covers made of natural fibers. Many plastic covers have an outer layer of material like nylon to make them more comfortable. If possible, cover your mattress and pillows when they are new. Put duct tape or electrical tape over cover zippers to double-block dust-mites from coming and going. More Ways to Minimize Dust Mites Use a bed with a wooden or metal frame. Wash bedding in hot water.
Cold water does not kill dust mites. Wash sheets and pillowcases at least once a week. Wash comforters and bedspreads every one to two months. Consider using an electric blanket, which can reduce humidity on bed surfaces. Wash and dry stuffed animals often and keep them off beds. Clean mattresses in late winter and early spring. That will kill any dust mites that survived the winter and reduce their numbers in the summer months.FAQ's Concerning SIDS/Crib Death Why is Bedsharing Dangerous? Mechanism of SIDS/Crib Death Page 1 of 7 This website has been dedicated in memory of Patrick Jay who died of SIDS at 6½ months of age. I worked with Patrick's mother Marla, who is an RN working on labor and delivery. The shock of Patrick's death was compounded by reading shortly afterwards about Dr. Sprott's work in NZ. A needless death could have been averted if this information had been more widely published. Since reading and researching Dr. TJ Sprott's work, I have become a strong advocate of his theory.
As of December 2014 there have been over 245,000 babies sleeping on BabeSafe mattress covers with no death due to cot death/SIDS. This is enough evidence to make me want to share it with you. Barb Knoll, CNM, ret. Although I am a Nurse-Midwife, for legal reasons I am not able to dispense any medical advice. My only purpose is to share the knowledge in this website with moms and dads and grandparents or any caregiver of infants. It is my desire to provide you with a safe environment for your baby. NOTE: Use the information provided here as an educational resource for determining your options and making your own informed choices. Baby Mattress Covers, LLC does not claim that mattress-wrapping has been 100% scientifically proven to prevent SIDS. However, we believe that the fact that there have been no SIDS deaths among the vast number of babies in New Zealand who have slept on correctly wrapped mattresses is crucial information for parents. This fact cannot be denied and should not be suppressed.
The evidence supporting this explanation is very compelling, and we believe that parents should be informed and have easy access to an inexpensive, non toxic, protective cover that is safe for babies and can certainly do no harm.COLLECT for free in AS LITTLE AS 60 SECS large item delivery from next day Look out for products badged Fast Track to get it today - Collect in as little as 60 seconds - 7 days to collect - Dedicated Fast Track counter in-store - 7 days a week - Buy before 6pm and we'll deliver by 10pm - Choice of 4 delivery slots From next day, 7 days a week Choice of 4 delivery slots 1 - 50 of 57 items When it comes to having the best night's sleep, your mattress is one of the most important factors. That's why we stock a number of mattress protectors to ensure its initial quality is maintained and your sleep isn't disturbed. We offer a range of protectors fitting for both a single and double bed. So whether you're trying to protect yourself with a bed bug mattress cover or just simply want a standard bed protector, we have it all here at Argos.
For those who have little ones who are still potty training, we also stock a waterproof mattress cover to keep the bed sheets clean, tidy and dry. We also have a fantastic bedding range to provide the comfort you need once your mattress is protected. Check out our stylish duvet sets to give your bed that extra something special. We have a number of different styles and colours including hypoallergenic duvets to help stop those sniffles and sneezes.The Best Bed Bug Mattress Covers image gabri_hardiSo, you ve been kissed good-night by the evil bedbug. Nothing grosser, but maybe it s somehow even worse that you get bitten in your sleep - your sweet, well-deserved, post hard work sleep. Read More about The Best Bed Bug Mattress Covers Drift away into a deep sleep with a mattress topper that adds extra comfort to your mattress! If you are ready to get a good night’s sleep, consider a mattress pad for your mattress. A mattress pad can do wonders for for an older mattress that is lacking softness that you want.