A crib and a crib mattress form an integral part of the shopping before the arrival of a baby. It is a necessary part of outfitting the nursery. Special care must be given to the kind of crib mattress that you choose for your baby.

Mattresses made of synthetic materials are detrimental to a baby’s growth, and an organic crib mattress can provide a healthy environment for the development of your baby.

Crib mattresses made of cotton and wool are free from the damaging emissions of chemicals and other substances. One of the essential characteristics of cotton is that it breathes and maintains a healthy and balanced temperature allowing sound sleep.

Cotton does not burst into flames like polyester, polyurethane foam or PVC. Upon ignition, cotton does not give out deadly gases and fumes either. Sometimes wool is added to the cotton for better moisture absorption. This addition also increases the fire resistant property of the final product since wool is more resistant to fire. Organic cotton filled mattresses meet the fastidious standards set by the Federal and State governments.

Safe organic crib mattresses made from organically grown cotton are made from virgin, first-growth cotton, which is grown without using pesticides or genetically modified organisms. To add to all the naturally safe attributes of cotton, it is ensured that no chemical detergents or dyestuffs are used in manufacturing organic mattresses. This makes organic cotton a chemical-free filling material for mattresses, which is radically distinctive from foam. 

Besides an environment that is free from hazardous chemicals, a crib mattress should also be firm and provide a flat surface. Pediatricians and the Consumer Product Safety Commission do not recommend softer, quilted surfaces for crib mattresses. Before buying an innerspring cotton-filled crib mattress, ensure that it has enough coils beneath. Coils should be made of steel of the recommended gauge. More coils mean a firmer surface. For a long-lasting crib mattress, make certain that there is a heavy duty border rod to support the side, edge and the center of the mattress.

References:

http://www.healthychild.com/natural-baby-crib-mattress.htm 
www.nontoxic.com/beds/crib.html 
http://www.kushtush.com/whatisorganic.htm

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