The Best Organic Crib Mattresses

* Waterproof Surface -easy-to-clean 100% polyethylene food grade waterproof surface, an excellent alternative to the vinyl/PVC typically found in crib mattresses, polyethylene is used throughout the food packaging industry for purity and non-toxic properties

* Organic Cotton Filling. Certified organic cotton promotes a healthy and more chemical-free sleeping environment; organic cotton is natural and renewable, unbleached, undyed, and grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers

* Hypoallergenic / Dust Mite Barrier Cover - No need for an additional dust mite barrier encasing, free of wool or latex - No need to worry about these potentially high allergy materials

* Firm Support - Heavy-duty 252 coil orthopedic innerspring and firm flat surface provide ideal support in accordance with pediatrician and Consumer Product Safety Commission firmness recommendations, heavy-duty border rods add strong side and edge support

* Fire Protection - Non toxic fire protection system meets and exceeds all Federal and State flammability standards without the use of potentially harmful chemicals

If you're in the market to buy a new crib mattress for your baby, buying organic is a safer sleep option for your baby. Babies and toddlers spend an estimated 70% of their time on mattresses playing and sleeping. There are some definite things that you should keep in mind before making your purchase, like the firmness of the mattress, durability, user reviews, and of course, the price. Here are some suggestions:

1. Measure your crib. Will the new organic crib mattress fit your crib? If the crib hasn't been delivered yet, you can usually check the dimensions online for the model. While this won't most likely be a problem since crib mattresses are usually all one-size, if you're buying a brand that's obscure, you may want to double check.

2. Check the firmness of the mattress. Your crib mattress should have a minimum of 150 coils, or 1.5 lbs per cubic foot for foam mattresses. User reviews will also clue you into the firmness of the mattress, as well as the durability.

3. Check the mattress prior to use. Examine the mattress you receive for tears, to see if the seams are intact, and to check the overall quality. Again, check the firmness to see if it is suitable for your baby.

4. Is the price within your budget? If you can afford an organic mattress, it might be worth it for you. Non-organic crib mattresses

5. Check to see if the mattress is certified organic. If the mattress isn't certified organic, it could be a waste of money.

* Waterproof edges and heat sealed waterproof seams prevent moisture penetration for a more hygienic design. No seepage of fluids or entry points for dust mites.

* Features a slightly firmer infant side and a slightly softer toddler side that will grow with your child for many years.

* Organic Cotton Filling -100% organic cotton promotes a healthy and more chemical-free sleeping environment; organic cotton is natural and renewable, unbleached, undyed, and grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers

* Hypoallergenic / No Wool or Latex - No need to worry about these potentially high allergy materials

* Firm Support - Heavy-duty 252 coil orthopedic innerspring and firm flat surface provide ideal support in accordance with pediatrician and Consumer Product Safety Commission firmness recommendations, heavy-duty border rods add strong side and edge support

* Fire Protection - Non toxic fire protection system meets and exceeds all Federal and State flammability standards without the use of potentially harmful chemicals

* Quilted Cover - The quilted organic cotton surface comes with a luxurious sateen finish

* Waterproof surface easy to clean 100% polyethylene food grade waterproof surface
* 100% organic cotton, natural and renewable
* Hypoallergenic / dust mite barrier cover
* Heavy-duty border rods add strong side and edge support
* Non toxic fire protection system meets and exceeds all Federal and State flammability standards