Best Crib Mattress: In-Depth Reviews of the Top Mattresses for Your Baby

The Secure Beginnings crib mattresses are made from high-end, eco-friendly and organic materials.  The Safesleep crib mattresses are also constructed from recycled materials and are 100% recyclable.  You can have peace of mind knowing that no chemicals are used or even needed for waterproofing or fireproofing this crib mattress.  All of the paints and stains used in creating this crib mattress are organic plant based for your child’s safety.

You will never find adhesives or corrosive materials used in the Safesleep baby mattress system. Another reason this is one of the best crib mattresses is that there is no latex or wool that could trigger allergies in your baby. Bacteria, pathogens, and fungi are often hidden and growing inside or with in the seams of crib mattresses which unfortunately can expose your baby to infections and possible respiratory issues.

The Secure Beginnings Breathe-Through Crib Mattress can be completely cleaned, quickly and easily. The simple yet ingenious locking bar system makes removing the sleep surface for laundering a total breeze. Another benefit is that the sturdy hard-wood base never needs to be lifted from the crib.  one can simply wipe down the frame using a warm damp cloth and soap to disinfect and clean.

Lacking any type of fill or core makes this crib mattress blessedly free of toxic chemicals including both fireproofing chemicals and waterproofing chemicals. There simply is no need for these harmful agents.

It may sound silly to say about a baby’s mattress but your Secure Beginnings Breathe-Through Crib Mattress could even become a family heirloom.  The fact that it is completely washable, can be used for years and with multiple infants without the risk of bacteria or mold accumulation, means this is truly one of the best crib mattresses on the market and will stand the test of time.

Research proves that Secure Beginnings Completely Breathe-Through Crib Mattress has less carbon dioxide accumulation than other baby mattresses.  Why does this matter?  Testing indicates that some infants rebreathe carbon dioxide which leads to hypoxia, a condition highly associated with SIDS.  This happens when the exhaled air (CO2) during regular breathing becomes trapped in their bedding materials and unable to dissipate into the surrounding air.

Most infants will turn their head, but some, due to a brain stem abnormality, can not. The problem for parents is it is impossible to know which infants will or will not turn their heads to get clean oxygen.  This is why it is so important to swaddle your infant correctly and practice safe back sleeping. However, we all know that eventually, infants all will roll over.

A Secure Beginnings’ crib mattress gives you more than just peace of mind; this sleep system is backed by a mountain of scientific data proving it is one of the safest crib mattresses. This Breathe-Through Crib Mattress contains no core or fill is completely washable which is a huge plus. The expertly engineered locking bar system makes removing the woven sleep wrap simple and quick.  The sleep surface dries in just a few minutes instead of several hours live other crib mattresses. A plastic bottom, made of recycled materials which emit no odors or harmful gasses, prevents any night-time accidents from spilling onto the floor beneath. This and the solid-wood base can be easily wiped clean without removing from the crib.

The purest form of cotton is organic cotton and is a healthier alternative to synthetic fabrics and foams. Naturepedic uses only U.S. grown and certified organic cotton as filling for its organic baby mattresses and sources directly from USDA certified suppliers. Another great feature of the Naturepedic No Compromise Crib Mattress is the heavy-duty 150 coil innerspring plus strong 9 gauge edge support. It provides the ideal firm and flat surface to support your little one in accordance with pediatrician and Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) firmness recommendations.

One of the greatest advantages of this crib mattress is the heat sealed waterproof seams. This innovative design allows for a modern look which also serves the functional and hygienic purpose of locking out moisture. Dust mites and bed bugs have to ability to live in the seams and enter through the sewn holes. The quality engineering means this baby mattress is also more durable as it the design reduces the possibility of the seam tearing or the stitch busting and unraveling. Parents also love how the crib mattress wipes clean to the edge! Your infant can grow with and into this crib mattress. Its dual side design provides a slightly firmer side for infants and a slightly softer side for toddlers. This tailored approach offers unique benefits based on the age of the child.

You can rest assure that there was No Compromise in this infant mattress when it comes to fire protection. Due to the innovative natural design, Naturepedic passes all federal and state flammability standards without the use of any fire retardant chemicals or chemical flame barriers. This is achieved through superior engineering, research, and design using more natural materials such as organic cotton fabric, organic cotton fiber, non-GMO plant-based PLA batting and the total elimination of polyurethane foam. Naturepeidic has performed extensive testing for chemical emissions. Unlike crib mattresses that contain polyurethane foam and vinyl, the Naturepedic No Compromise is true to its name and helps you avoid these materials and other unnecessary additives. The best way to improve the air quality of your nursery and reduce chemical exposure to your baby is by eliminating these chemicals from the crib mattress in the first place.

Naturepedic baby crib mattresses are certified to the GREENGUARD® GOLD standard and help promote a cleaner, more chemical-free sleep environment for your child. The entire crib mattress is certified organic to the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS). This ensures that your baby crib mattress meets a healthy non-toxic standard and is truly organic. 

The Little Star baby mattress is a 5″ deep, two stage sleep system. The infant side is an extra firm layer of foam infused with plant oils just perfect for your youngest. The reverse toddler side is a comfortable pressure reducing, synthetic latex designed for older children and gives them a safe, antibacterial, temperature regulating and supremely comfortable surface to sleep on.

The dual purpose design allows you to use this crib mattress for years as your child grows from a newborn into a toddler. In addition, the Moonlight Slumber Little Star Crib Mattress is engineered with SafeSewn seams that have been strategically moved down to the sides and sewn flat making sheet changes and clean up very quick and easy, all while coming in a light weight and manageable package!

This Eco Classica III Dual Firmness Foam Crib Mattress from Colgate is eco-friendly and has minimal impact on the environment. You will find an expertly engineered dual-firmness crib mattress, packed with 6” of eco-friendlier foam and infused with sustainable organic plant oils.

The extra firm side is designed to provide the firmness infants need for proper support and development, while the less firm side provides the soft cushy comfort toddlers love. This is all wrapped snugly inside an ultra-soft certified organic cotton cover, which is waterproof-backed to ensure the mattress stays dry while your precious little one’s tender skin remains closest to organic cotton.

The Eco Classica III Foam Crib Mattress is designed to last throughout the infant and toddler years, with inverted seams to ensure mattress durability. Like all Colgate crib mattresses, the Colgate Eco Classica III is GREENGUARD® Gold certified, CertiPUR-US® certified, CPSIA compliant, and meets all federal and state flammability requirements – without the use of fire-retardant chemicals.