Is Naturepedic Verse too firm?

[Sensei]

Hey skyisred,

Thanks for your response and my apologies for taking so long to get back to you .

Our moisture levels aren’t too high, however I do keep finding moldy spots on windows and in the shower. I do not have access to the attic (rental), but suspect there might be mold issues there.

I won’t get into mold issues as that is a topic outside of TMU’s scope. There are small, inexpensive humidity gauges available online (Amazon has quite a few) that you may considering trying in your bathroom to get a better feel for how high the moisture level is, in case you have concerns that should be discussed with your landlord.

Do you think Verse is a mattress that would ‘air out’ well and not harbor any moisture?

Did you check out Naturepedic’s 2-in-1 Organic Kids mattress? It is a two-sided mattress with one side using a proprietary food-grade waterproof surface designed to flip over once children are ready for more of an “older kids” mattress. As the Verse is made with natural materials for children’s use, it should air out well. As far as not harboring any moisture, that would depend on how the mattress is used and cared for overtime. Proper encasements and routine maintenance will go a long way in keeping any mattress fresh and in good working order.

[quote]Also, what do you think about cotton allergy mattress encasement? LO has a history of multiple allergies, they seem to have subsided now, but I was considering adding an encasement ‘just in case’ anyway. Would an encasement prevent the mattress form airing out?
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If your son has an allergy history, you may consider consulting with his Doctor about what encasements would be recommended for avoiding triggers related to fabrics. Encasements that are Oeko-Tex certified or GOTS certified ensure that the materials have been tested for potentially harmful VOC’s (you can learn more about certifications in this Phoenix post. If the mattress is on a foundation that allows for proper ventilation and the encasement/ linens are changed regularly, there should be no problems with air circulation.

This is actually another reason for me not wanting a latex mattress. Latex can cause allergic reactions and cannot be encased easily

Not sure what you mean when you say that a latex mattress cannot be encased easily? But that is neither here nor there, as you aren’t considering purchase of one anyway . It’s been a while since we last chatted; did you find something for your son or are you still researching? Let us know how things go once you decide.

Thanks,
Sensei