Mattress Buying Tips

Are you ready to buy a crib mattress?

Here are some buying tips ....

When you're shopping for a crib, you'll also need to choose a mattress. Don't underestimate this purchase; a mattress is as important as the crib. After all, your baby will spend a lot of time snoozing--up to 18 hours a day initially--so it's essential to select the best.

Check for firmness. Buy a firm mattress. Don't worry that it may feel too firm. Press on the mattress in the center and at the edges. It should snap back readily and should not conform to the shape of your hand. If a mattress is too soft, it can conform to your baby's shape, causing a risk of suffocation or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

Test the fit. By law, all full-size crib mattresses must be at least 27 1/4 inches by 51 5/8 inches and no more than six inches thick. If you can squeeze more than two fingers between the mattress and the crib, the mattress is too small and it can leave gaps in the crib that could trap and endanger your baby.

Don't worry about warranties. Some mattresses offer a one-year, a seven-year, or even a lifetime warranty. Don't be swayed by a long warranty, and don't pay extra for a mattress with a warranty. In general, you can expect any quality crib mattress to last as long as you're going to use it, provided that the cover hasn't become ripped or torn and that it's been used properly.

Organic. Non-organic mattresses have chemicals that can create allergen problems and issues with immunity development and reproductive systems. These mattresses are also covered in secondary chemicals to decrease their flammability. These chemicals have been linked to the increase in hyperactivity and neurobehavioral alterations in children. Babies spend hours sleeping in their beds and breathing in these poisons.

The baby’s bed should be a safe place. The use of organic cotton and wool work to decrease dust mites, contain a resistance to bacteria and are more flame retardant.

A mattress wrapped in wool complies with the Federal fire retardant rules/regulations. Wool is a sustainable raw material (sheep only get a haircut), not harmful to the environment, and is actually healthy for the body. Furthermore, wool is naturally dust mite free, resists molds, and is naturally hypo-allergenic.

Read more about NaturaMat Mattresses and Wool on our blog

We proudly carry Natural Mat Mattress and Naturepedic and Holy Lamb

The Great WOOL

True wool allergy is quite rare.


 Many people with chemical sensitivities have found relief with wool. Many wool sensitivities arise from the harsh chemical processing agents that whiten, clean, remove oils and add color to the wool. Many who previously believed that they were allergic to wool have found that our wool products do not irritate them at all.

Dust-mite allergies and asthma


Wool bedding, mattresses, changing tables are ideal for everyone and especially those with asthma and dust-mite allergies. Dust-mites are a common bedroom allergen and cause respiratory irritation for many people. Wool bedding will not support the growth of dust-mites like other bedding will. Wool fibers inhibit mold, mildew or bacterial growth — all of which are common bedroom allergens.

Benefits of Wool:

o Wool resists dust - mites.

o Wool resists bacteria.

o Wool is fire resistant.

o Wool is cool in the summer yet warm in the winter ~ it is a breathable material.

o Unlike down bedding which shifts over time (ie. bare spots in a comforter), wool stays in place.

o With proper care your woolen bedding can last for decades.

o Unlike bedding that uses plucked down feathers, a sheep grows a coat of wool annually and is not harmed during sheering.

o Wool is a sustainable product helping small farmers make a living.


Wool Batting: Our comforters and pillows use pure and natural wool batting. Wool comes from sheep. They grow a coat of wool each year, which is sheered (like a haircut) in the spring. Our wool comes from a local woolen mill in the Pacific Northwest where the long fibers are carded using old turn of the century machines. We are proud to support American sheep farmers.

No Dyes, No Chemicals, No synthetic fills

Summer For Kids carries everything from Nursing pillow, Changing pads, Pillows, Duvet covers through mattresses and more....

If you need a custom sizing, please Contact us at info@summerforkids.com or 805-565-2277

How to Choose the Right Pillow...

...It's important for proper neck support to choose the right pillow thickness.

Bed Pillow LIGHT: Recommended for people who sleep on their stomach.

Bed Pillow REGULAR: Recommended for people who sleep on their sides or back.

Bed Pillow EXTRA: Recommended for people who sleep on their sides or back.

You know yourself the best. If you are the kind of person who likes a thicker pillow try our EXTRA. Conversely, if you tend to favor a thinner pillow try our LIGHT. If neither the EXTRA or LIGHT pillows appeal to you, then you are better suited for our REGULAR. * Pillows may settle (up to 15%) until they conform to the weight of your head.

Hand made in Oakville, WA
by Holy Lamb Organics

Summer For Kids

www.summerforkids.com

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Sticks Furniture

"Sticks was started by Sarah Grant in 1992. Since then, Sticks has received national acclaim for our distinctive line of furniture, accessories and object art. The company began by designing smaller items such as ornaments and candlesticks, and has evolved to feature larger items such as dining sets, beds and armoires. Each piece is handcrafted within Sticks’ award winning studio in Des Moines, Iowa. All pieces are finely crafted from birch, poplar and driftwood. The pieces are further designed with hand drawn imagery, etched contouring and vibrantly blended paint. Pieces can be embellished with 3-D wood components, metal, leather and fabric. Our line is constantly evolving due to the imagination of our design team and the many talented craft artisans that we employ. Every piece that we produce can be personalized to feature themes, imagery or colors that you or your customers desire."

- Sticks

Hand crafted, stained & painted Sticks plaque

Sticks offers everything from wall plaques to toy chests, mirrors to lamps and so much more!

... but why is Sticks furniture and decor accessories so special?

Well, Sticks allows their customers to customize any furniture piece and make it their own one of a kind heirloom work of art to be passed on! Imagine designing a toy chest for your toddler to fill with toys or dress up clothing, carved with family sayings, their favorite words and even pictures of what they enjoy most! Sticks can do it all and another great thing is that each piece is its own, meaning there is no other piece like it! How special and unique!

Sticks furniture and decor will totally brighten up any room in the house and will sure bring a smile to your face!

Brignten up your child's room with a beautiful Sticks lamp!

Sticks furniture is available and for sale at the Summer For Kids store.

Feel free to come in and check out what we have or place an order for your own custom heirloom Sticks piece! Their positive sayings and fun colors are fun for everyone & so many great pieces to choose from!

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