Factors to Know Before You Buy a Mattress for Your Child

Are you in the market for a mattress for your child? Consider shopping for one that is non-toxic, manufactured using certified organic methods, and made using certified organic materials. The extra money you will spend on an organic mattress will go a long way in ensuring your child’s health and safety.

Studies show that conventional mattresses may cause developmental problems in children, on top of skin and respiratory allergies and even neurological issues. This is why a growing number of parents now go out of their way to purchase high-quality organic mattresses for their kids. Are you interested in doing the same? Here are some factors to consider before you buy one:

Check for certifications. You want to buy a certified organic mattress for your child to get the best value for your money. The gold standard for organic mattresses is the Global Organic Textile Standard or GOTS certification. It ensures that the mattress is not only made of organic materials, but also underwent certified organic manufacturing processes. The GOTS guarantees that the mattress was regulated from the start of the growing process of the materials used to make it, through the entire manufacturing, and to the end product.

Choose the right size. Choose a mattress that your child can grow into. Ideally, it should be at least six inches longer than your child’s current height (even more). You are making a long-term investment when you buy an organic mattress, so it’s a good idea to get a regular twin your child can comfortably use well into his or her teenage years. High-quality organic mattresses last 20 years provided that they are properly cared for.

Consider getting an Amish bed to go with the mattress. Such beds are made by hand by Amish master crafters using North American hardwoods. These pieces of furniture last for generations.