When we started Nook, we wanted to revolutionize how parents viewed crib mattresses. In order to do that, we asked parents what was important to them and what they valued in their child’s sleep space. We wanted to solve their frustrations with middle of the night accidents and ease their minds about the dangers of SIDS. We wanted to create the best organic crib mattress the market had to offer. We wanted it to use ethically sourced, sustainable materials that met our core values of being eco-conscious, healthy, non-toxic and breathable. And finally, we knew it had to look incredible. Who said your baby’s crib mattress had to be a white rectangle covered with a sheet inside your crib? With all that in mind, we designed the best organic crib mattress for your precious baby to sleep on and more. Here are a few of our favorite things about Nook and how our non-toxic and organic crib mattresses blow away the competition. Non-Toxic Always and Organic When Possible You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg to get healthy, sustainable, quality materials in a crib mattress.
We know that you want whatever your little one’s skin touches to be as safe and pure as possible. We are always searching for the very best when it comes to organic materials ensuring your investment will be one to last for a long time. With Nook products, natural and organic material is right where it matters most—next to your baby’s delicate skin. All of our products are non-toxic, safe and healthy—from product to packaging—and all are wrapped in our 100% organic Pebble Wrap. Pebble Pure Organic Crib Mattress Pebble Lite Non-Toxic Crib Mattress with 100% Organic Wrap Pebble Air Non-Toxic Crib Mattress with 100% Organic Wrap Hunger and hugs aren't the only things that wake your baby. She can also be awakened by getting too hot or cold during the night. Nook mattresses are designed to keep breathable materials close to your baby's skin so her body temperature will remain more constant, eliminating the danger of overheating. Other crib mattresses are wrapped with impermeable plastic or synthetic covers, which block airflow—but Nook mattresses keep air flowing in and out of the crib space and, most importantly, around your baby—all night long.
The Whole Mattress and Nothing But the Mattress. One of the biggest issues with most crib mattresses on the market is having to buy not only the mattress but also the non-organic, non-breathable waterproof plastic cover and then sheets to go on top of that. With Nook’s crib mattresses, you get everything in one. All of Nook’s mattresses come wrapped in our 100% organic Pebble Wrap that’s easily removable. When it’s time to clean, just remove it and throw it in the washing machine! All three of Nook’s crib mattress platforms are free of manmade materials such as coils, batting/fillers or innersprings. This not only results in a comfortable night sleep for your baby but also reduces the overall weight of our mattresses and improves breathability and airflow. We’ve got every color of the rainbow! Who said you need to sacrifice beauty and design for a healthy, breathable crib mattress? We use a slow, water-based, organic dye process to create rich, beautiful colors without toxins, maintaining our health standards.
With 11 beautiful, vibrant color options to choose from, the sky's the limit. Whether your design sense is modern, traditional, simplistic, whimsical, shabby chic or minimalist, we have the right Nook look for you. When you’re ready for a new look, just swap out a different color Pebble wrap and... Made by Parents for Parents. We’re an all-woman team of moms committed to helping other parents rest easy knowing their babies are sleeping on the best, healthiest and most breathable crib mattresses on the market. Every decision we make is made with not only our love for our own babies but also for yours. We believe your crib mattress is just as much of an investment as your stroller, car seat or crib—and we want it to grow with you and your family. It appears that you've been blocked by the K&T Host webThis is probably just a temporary error, but if you're one of our customers, would you mind letting us know that this has10 Fun Toddler Beds We Can't Get Enough Of
Your baby deserves nothing but the best when it comes to safe sleeping. It's important to be picky when it comes to choosing the mattress that your baby will sleep on every night (hopefully!) — so take a look at our top picks! Colgate Eco Classica III Crib mattressColgate Eco Classica III Crib mattress$191 The Eco Classica III crib mattress by Colgate is a safe, eco-friendly option for your developing baby. The CertiPUR certified safe foam is infused with plant oils and the mattress is also Greenguard Gold certified, which means there aren't any harmful emissions. The mattress comes with a certified organic cotton cover. More: 30 Eco-Friendly Baby Products New Parents Need Better Basics Organic Dual Firmness Crib MattressBetter Basics Organic Dual Firmness Crib Mattress$299 This crib mattress is worth the splurge — it features fire-protective lining, inner springs, and a dual insulation system. The mattress is also dust mite and bed bud resistant, and comes with a 100% organic cotton cover.
As your baby grows, simply flip the mattress so your tot can rest easy on a toddler-safe softer side. 10 Best Baby Gates for Safety Baby Products for 2017 15 Baby Bibs That Boost Parents' Confidence at Mealtime Raise That Tot: 15 Best Booster Seats for Mealtime Independent Babies Love These Fun Bouncers Pregnancy Essentials and Maternity Must-Haves 10 Amazing Babymoon Locales Expectant Couples Can't Decide Between 10 Play Yards Your Kid Won't Want to Share Carry On: Stylish and Safe Baby Carriers of 2017 10 Toddler Beds You'll Wish Came in Your Size 10 Best Safety Gates for Baby-Proofing Your Home Rub-a-Dub-Dub With These 20 Baby Bathtubs16 Best Teethers for BabiesThe absolute safest crib baby mattresses you’ll find on the market are made from plant-based materials that were grown without the use of pesticides. The plant fibers would not have been treated with chemicals during the manufacturing process. And the final product (including the mattress’s core, padding and cover) also would not have been treated with chemicals.
Instead of chemicals, natural materials would be used to comply with fire safety regulations, resist bacteria and water-proof the mattress from sweat, urine and saliva. One issue with truly safe crib mattresses is that they can be prohibitively expensive for many parents. If a healthier crib mattress isn’t in the budget, consider asking close friends & coworkers to chip in toward a collective baby shower gift. Another option is to buy the safer crib mattress second-hand or accept one from a friend, who no longer needs it. However if you do, please be aware there are some important issues to consider with used crib mattresses. A second issue is that parents can be mislead into thinking some crib mattresses are safer for their baby and the environment than they really are. Parents should be aware that crib mattresses claiming to be safe and healthy, sometimes are not. In a misguided attempt to make “natural crib mattresses” more affordable, manufacturers will often create just the core of the mattress from natural materials… but then use petroleum-based fabrics to cover and pad the mattress.
They may also use chemicals, rather than safe and natural solutions, to address flammability, water-proofing and bacteria resistance. These manufacturers may label their seemingly safer product with deceiving buzzwords such as “eco”, “green”, “healthy” or “non-toxic”. And they can do this legally, because there are are no standards or regulations to define what these terms mean. If you find a crib mattress that claims to be made from natural materials, check that it is also covered in wool, rather than dipped in chemicals, to address fire safety regulations. Parents concerned with bacteria buildup from sweat, saliva or urine should look for a mattress core that addresses waterproofing with natural latex rubber, which comes from the rubber tree. If the label says synthetic latex rubber (or sometimes just “latex”), then it is made from petroleum and is not the healthiest or most eco alternative. If it’s in the budget, opt for mattresses that are certified organic to ensure the natural materials that went into the mattress were not grown with pesticides or chemical fertilizers.
Just because the label states that a chemical is “not known” to be dangerous, does not mean that it safe. It just means that it has not yet been tested. For example, several chemical fire retardants have been phased out in response to consumer demand or because they have been banned by the government. However, many of these fire retardants have been replaced by other toxic chemicals that have not yet been tested and therefore not yet proven to be unsafe. Densely woven wool is a natural fire retardant and does not require added chemicals. While rare, some babies are allergic to wool. Natural latex foam comes from the rubber tree and is naturally resistant to mold, mildew, bacteria, and mites. While rare, some babies are allergic to natural latex. (Do not confuse natural latex with synthetic latex. Synthetic latex is made from petroleum.) Conventional cotton (i.e. not organic) is heavily sprayed with pesticides. Choose organic cotton if you can. Boric acid or silica is sometimes added to wool mattresses and may not be listed on the label, so be sure to ask.
These natural additives are safer than chemicals, but may cause temporary eye or respiratory irritation. Most bamboo fabrics on the market are not a natural alternative. Turning durable bamboo into a soft material requires such heavy processing, that it is mostly synthetic by the time it has become a fabric. If the label says the bamboo has been processed “mechanically” (or is labeled as “bamboo linen”), then it is a safer and more eco-friendly alternative. However bamboo linen is expensive, so most bamboo fabrics on the market today are chemically produced. Soybean foam is not a natural alternative. It is primarily a petroleum-based foam that has been partially replaced with some soy product. Just because a label lists a chemical that is “not known” to be dangerous, does not mean that it safe. It just means that it has not yet been tested. Unless the mattress specifically says 100% organic, an organic mattresses may still be covered in synthetic materials or treated with chemicals.