I’m expecting my first baby this winter and was given a bassinet for the baby to sleep in for the first 4 to 6 months while we are still in a small apartment. The bassinet came with a poor 1" foam (can’t really tell what kind of foam, but looks like what you’d buy at a craft store) mattress that doesn’t fit properly in the bassinet, and leaves a gap between the mattress and the slats. I think it’s unsafe, but the manufacturer doesn’t seem to be willing to fix the problem, so I’m trying to make a new mattress that has a tighter fit for my own peace of mind.
I’m trying to find a source for foam that will be a good choice for a 0-6 month old. I’ve had a hard time deciphering what type of foam would be safe to buy but reasonably priced, and also finding a source for a piece of foam that’s around the right size (min. 19" x 29", probably 2" or less so it doesn’t get too near the top rail). My main concerns are about off gassing. It sounds like 100% latex might be the best choice from my research but I’m still not sure since it needs to be quite firm. I’m planning to cut the foam myself since the bassinet is an irregular size, and will sew a waterproof mattress pad for it.
Any recommendations on types of foam to consider as well as sources for smaller pieces would be much appreciated!
This is a link to the bassinet.