An organic crib mattress is designed and constructed with certified organic materials, certified by the USDA. This means that the organic crib mattress eliminates harmful synthetic materials like vinyl/PVC and polyurethane foam.

A traditional crib mattress is made with polyurethane foam made from petroleum. This material is extremely flammable. The flammables are then treated with chemicals like PBDEs. These chemicals were banned by California and across Europe. There are also many other questionable chemicals used during the manufacturing and fabrication process. The biggest problem with polyurethane foam is that it disintegrates over time. It breaks down into small particles that easily airborne. They release substantial VOCs. A baby lying on one of these mattresses is inhaling all of these toxins with every breath they take. When you buy an organic crib mattress, you don’t have to worry about polyurethane.

An organic crib mattress also doesn’t have vinyl/PVC like a traditional mattress. Vinyl/PVC is one of the most toxic plastics in use today that poses many environmental risks and concerns. The mattress covers are made with this plastic and it contains many chemical additives like phthalates, antimony, and other biocides. It should be against the law to have your baby inhaling in these toxins.

Many mattress covers have been changed from vinyl/PVC to nylon. However, because nylon stains it has to be treated with chemicals to prevent staining. This makes the mattress impure and it still contains toxins. These nylon mattress covers also contain the same fire retardants and biocides for the water resistance. Therefore, the nylon is just as bad as the vinyl/PVC. Organic crib mattresses contain absolutely no harmful chemicals or materials that will pose any harm to your baby.

Organic crib mattresses are the safest way for you to go when you are thinking about the safety of your baby. They are made with absolutely no harmful chemicals ensuring that your baby is not breathing in any toxins. The organic crib mattresses also do not contain fire retardants, which ensure the safety of your baby also.