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Organic Mattresses for Kids
By Dr. Meg Christensen | Updated December 2025
I've analyzed organic mattresses for kids—twin beds, bunk beds, and toddler bed transitions—layer by layer, verifying GOLS latex and GOTS cotton certifications and ranking from healthiest to least healthy. No polyurethane foam or toxic waterproofing. Scroll down to learn how to evaluate kids mattress safety, what off-gassing means for growing bodies, and which waterproofing methods are safer than others.
Avocado’s Eco organic kids mattress meets is certified totally organic by GOLS and GOTS. It’s made with organic latex, wool, and cotton. Their non toxic kids mattresses are great not only for what they’re made of, but also how clear they are about every ingredient. Fits well in their non toxic twin bed frame, but also has a low profile for bunk beds or trundle beds.
My Green Mattress has affordable and toxic-free organic kids mattresses. Work well with a non toxic twin bed frame, but also has a low profile at 8” if you’re looking for a non toxic bunk bed mattress or use a trundle bed.
Plush Beds has recently expanded their organic options and they’re quite impressive— in every size, including Twin, Twin XL, and full for kids, pre-teens and teens. They also have an affordable, simple bed foundation.
Savvy Rest has lots of options for natural and organic kids beds, including both firm Dunlop and softer Talalay latex, and 6” thick twin mattresses that fit well into their solid wood, zero VOC trundle bed frame.
The only truly organic latex mattress available through Amazon with great ratings, and it’s also one of the most affordable springless latex mattresses. This organic cotton twin mattress encasement has pure Dunlop latex inside for a supportive, healthy sleep.
Happsy has one organic hybrid mattress offering in Twin, Twin XL, and Full sizes for kids. Totally free of harmful chemicals, they’re made with GOLS certified organic latex and GOTS certified organic cotton and wool. Straightforward and an affordable organic choice. Made by the same company as Naturepedic, this is the still fully organic choice.
This mattress has a GOTS certified organic cotton side, and a waterproof PLA layer made from sugarcane on the other, so you can flip it when your child transitions from needing waterproofing at night. Some polyester wrapped around the springs, but the entire finished mattress is MADE SAFE certified. PLA waterproofing is a far better choice than standard PFAS or other synthetic waterproof finishes seen in most standard kids mattresses.
Birch has a dual-sided mattresses that flips to the firmer side when your child is older. Birch uses Talalay latex with ecoINSTITUT certification for the latex, confirming that it is truly 100% natural latex without synthetic fillers. They also have GOTS certification for their cotton (but not their wool) and use a water-based GreenGuard GOLD certified adhesive.
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Is an organic kids mattress worth it?
Yes, as long as it doesn’t cause undue financial stress, an organic mattress is one of the best ways to reduce your child’s exposure to chemicals on a daily basis. Foam’s chemical additives escape over time, either into the air as VOCs, or as dust, and they make their way into our bodies easily. Because children are more vulnerable to exposures than adults, and they spend more time sleeping, it’s something to seriously consider. You can read more about what harmful chemicals are in foam and how they get into our bodies on my Foam Guide.
Do organic kids mattresses need time to off-gas?
Truly organic mattresses made with GOLS certified latex, GOTS certified cotton, and GOTS certified wool don't off-gas harmful VOCs the way polyurethane foam mattresses do. You might notice a slight smell from latex (to me, smells vaguely fruity or like vanilla) or a lanolin scent from wool (earthy!) when you first unpack an organic mattress, but these are inherent material odors, not chemical off-gassing. They typically dissipate within a few days with normal room ventilation. These natural scents don't indicate toxicity—they're just the smell of the organic materials themselves. If you're transitioning from a synthetic mattress that does off-gas, the difference will be immediately noticeable.
What certifications should I look for in an organic kids mattress?
In short, GOLS and GOTS for organic mattresses, and OEKO TEX for synthetic ones. You can read the details behind why these matter so much in my Foam Guide and Fabric Guide. There is a lot of healthwashing in the non-toxic mattress world, and especially when it comes to kids products, when our emotions run higher and we’re more susceptible to marketing.
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Can I use an organic kids mattress in a bunk bed?
Yes, just know if you get an all-latex (instead of hybrid option with springs) it will be heavy! Latex is very dense.
Are organic kids mattresses firm enough for safe sleep?
Organic kids mattresses designed for children ages 2 and up come in various firmness levels, and most are appropriately supportive for healthy spinal development. Natural latex provides really good support, especially Dunlop latex. Hybrid organic mattresses combine latex or wool comfort layers with innerspring coils for responsive support. For toddlers transitioning from cribs, a medium-firm organic mattress typically works well—firm enough for proper spinal alignment but not so hard it's uncomfortable. Some organic mattress brands offer dual-sided mattresses that flip to a firmer side as your child grows, which is nice.
Can I find an affordable organic mattress for my child?
Yes, several brands offer truly organic kids mattresses at more accessible price points. Latex is much more durable than regular polyurethane foam, so you can consider longevity in your calculation, too. Consider a Twin XL instead of a Twin, offered by some of the companies above, and it will last a long time!
What is the best organic waterproof option for organic kids mattresses?
In general, it’s smartest to pair an organic mattress with an organic waterproof mattress protector. Avoid protectors using vinyl, PVC, or unspecified "waterproof backing" which typically contains concerning chemicals you're trying to avoid by buying organic in the first place.
Or, go for a dual-sided kids mattress with a waterproof PLA (made from sugarcane) side, so you can flip it as your child outgrows nighttime accidents. PLA is semi-natural, made from sugarcane, and is a nice alternative to a separate cover and definitely better than PVC or plastic. You can read more about PLA here on my free Fabric Guide.
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