Natural and Organic Latex Crib Mattress by Nook Sleep - Review

As a latex mattress specialist we have been overwhelmed throughout the last 12 years with request for latex crib mattresses. We have never sold them because we are not setup to make them ourselves nor have we found a supplier who made them to our standards of excellence. That is until now! Introducing the Pebble Mattress by Nook Sleep.

The Nook Sleep Latex Crib Mattress Difference

Breathable

Why breathability matters

Research shows that a sleep environment rich in oxygen is critical for cognitive and physical development in infants. It also helps them sleep longer and deeper. Nook applies this knowledge in all products by facilitating better airflow in and around the crib and by ensuring smarter temperature regulation at naptime and nighttime.

How Nook does breathability

We employ nature’s highest-performing materials, a carefully controlled fabric weave, and innovative structural designs to foster environments optimized for breathability. In the Pebble Mattress, a breathable natural latex core is covered by a unique airflow layer to promote ventilation while a patented asymmetrical pattern facilitates oxygen flow on the surface. Materials like certified organic cotton, eucalyptus and low-impact dyes facilitate breathability across the entire Nook product line.

The alternative

Standard infant crib mattresses are often comprised of non-porous plastics and synthetics that impede airflow. Even “organic” mattresses do nothing to ensure air circulation through the mattress interior and require non-breathable mattress pads. The Nook Sleep System is the only infant sleep solution designed to ensure consistent oxygen flow over and through every product.

Non-Toxic

Why non-toxicity matters

Most standard mattresses off-gas. Even at miniscule trace levels, toxins can be harmful to developing minds and bodies. Nook uses only non-toxic materials that contribute to both a pure, safe sleep environment and a healthy, responsible production environment.

How Nook does non-toxic

Nook employs absolutely no harsh chemicals or toxins, not in materials, not in manufacturing, not even in packaging. Rather than rely on cheap and easy-to-come-by synthetics, extensive research and testing has led us to natural fire retardants and microbe-resistant fibers to help protect and comfort infants without compromising health benefits.

The alternative

Standard infant crib mattresses are often composed of synthetic materials and fire retardant chemical sprays that can emit airborne toxins, commonly referred to as off-gasses. By making non-toxic mandatory, Nook products offer a cleaner, more breathable, and more comfortable infant sleep system.

Comfortable

Why comfort matters

Comfortable children experience longer, more restful nights of sleep. Which means parents do too. At Nook, comfort is about more than just soft organic cotton sheets and a mattress surface that mimics shapes in nature. Comfort is about the peace of mind parents experience when they know their infant is sleeping safe.

How Nook does comfort

We spare no expense in sourcing and refining the gentlest, most breathable natural materials to promote consistent breathing patterns and steady temperature. Tencel eucalyptus lyocell, certified organic cotton and wool, and recycled polyester are but a few. We also use open knits, low-impact dyes and temperature regulating fibers.

The alternative

Many bedding manufacturers use synthetics to imitate the feel of hard-to-find and expensive natural materials. Manufacturing these synthetics can rely on harsh chemicals, the effects of which can be detected in the nursery as toxic off-gasses. Nook delivers non-toxic comfort beginning on the sleep surface and moving through all layers of product. Infants are surrounded by gentle, all-natural materials providing a comfortable nights’ sleep for the whole family.

Convenient

Why convenience matters

Rested parents are more effective parents. We can’t prevent midnight diaper changes, but we can expedite the clean up process so groggy parents get back to bed faster and less stressed.

How Nook does comfort

At Nook, we design with the whole family in mind. For parents, we use water-resistant and stain-resistant natural fibers that cause liquids to bead on the surface, eliminating the need for mattress pads and making for a quick and easy wipe up, even at 3am. For children, we use a patent pending process to infuse anti-microbial zinc onto fibers, leaving no place for bacteria, fungus, mold or odors to grow. The removable Pebble Wrap zipper is easy to use even with eyes closed.

The alternative

Standard infant mattresses absorb liquids and stains, creating a risk of mold, fungus and bacteria below the mattress surface. Clean up often involves baking soda, a hair dryer, and a lot of elbow grease. Nook is the first infant sleep system to offer a patented wipe-able sleep surface that is also breathable.

Colorful

Why color matters

Great design doesn’t stop at function. Every Nook product, from the Pebble Mattress to the Toddler Pillow, is brightly colored with nature-inspired asymmetrical patterns proven to benefit cognitive development. Parents don’t have to compromise style over a healthy and safe crib.

How Nook does color

We employ nature’s highest-performing materials, a carefully controlled fabric weave, and innovative structural designs to foster environments optimized for breathability. In the Pebble Mattress, a breathable natural latex core is covered by a unique airflow layer to promote ventilation while a patented asymmetrical pattern facilitates oxygen flow on the surface. Materials like certified organic cotton, eucalyptus and low-impact dyes facilitate breathability across the entire Nook product line.

The alternative

Standard infant crib mattresses are often comprised of non-porous plastics and synthetics that impede airflow. Even “organic” mattresses do nothing to ensure air circulation through the mattress interior and require non-breathable mattress pads. The Nook Sleep System is the only infant sleep solution designed to ensure consistent oxygen flow over and through every product.

Considered

Why considered matters

Infants spend the first three-quarters of their lives sleeping. During this growth period they develop critical cognitive and physical abilities. To facilitate this development, Nook relentlessly considers the impact of every material and manufacturing decision in all of our products.

How Nook does considered

Every material, manufacturing process and detail is micro-analyzed to make sure it provides the utmost in breathability, non-toxicity, comfort and convenience. We depend on our Board of scientists, designers, and parents for consistent innovation and new technologies. Nook does not compromise on product standards. If we can’t find the material or process necessary to deliver the healthiest night’s sleep, then we create it ourselves.

The alternative

Standard infant mattresses tend to focus on one benefit: organic, firm, double-sided, hypoallergenic, inexpensive, etc. Nook is the first to consider how we can do all the things necessary to provide the longest, healthiest and safest night’s sleep for infants.

Mattress Topper Reviews - Latex Topper vs Memory Foam Shootout!

Mattress Topper Reviews by Industry Veteran

As a mattress industry veteran of over 35 years the question I get most often is “what is the best mattress topper”? To answer that one has to look at many different scenarios like does the person sleep hot or cold? My mattress topper reviews reveal that conventional memory foam reflects body heat and works well for those who sleep cold, typically women. However the possible chemical smell can sometimes outweigh the benefits of a memory foam topper.

One of the biggest complaints I get when offering up my mattress topper reviews is that of smell. Many of the big box stores sell memory Mattress Toppers that are made in China and most have a nasty chemical smell to them that consumers have reported all kinds of health issues directly after installation. Personally I would not recommend a memory foam mattress topper when I know there is a much better solution.

Latex Mattress Topper Reviews

Of all the mattress toppers out there the one that stands alone at the top of the heap is the latex mattress topper. In all my mattress topper reviews this is the one to beat. No chemical smells, no out-gassing, yet offers that same benefits of memory foam mattress toppers. Latex also reduces pressure points and cradles your body. There is no motion transfer which is a big selling feature of memory foam mattresses. The durability of latex is legendary dating back to the 1950’s when Sears and Monkey Wards started selling “rubber mattresses”.

Which Mattress Topper Reviews Better – Talalay or Dunlop?

Another question I get asked often is which is the best latex mattress topper? There are several varieties on the market from blended talalay and all natural talalay to zoned or non-zoned dunlop latex mattress toppers. A Talalay mattress topper reviews the best in my book although there is no right or wrong decision here. All latex mattress toppers are better than their memory foam counterparts. Personally I prefer the blended talalay as it has proven itself over time to hold up longer than all the rest and in a mattress topper scenario this is important to know. Even Latex International, the maker of both blended talalay and all natural talalay, will back up my beliefs with their own testing proof. Their mattress topper reviews clearly point to blended talalay as the most durable as is evident in them introducing their new Revenite brand “Pillows for the Body” which is mattress terms for kick butt mattress topper.

Mattress Topper Reviews

Rejuvenite Mattress Topper Reviews

These latex mattress topper reviews are based on years of experience selling all kinds of mattress toppers including memory foam, eco friendly, wool and latex. I can honestly say to Latex International, job well done! I ran into this new product last month at the Las Vegas Furniture Market and was very impressed then and even more so now that I have received rave reviews from the first customers to purchase these. Not only do they have two firmness choices but the price includes a beautiful cotton/spandex/polyester zippered cover as pictured above. Two Ild’s are available, #19 which is plush and #28 which I would rate as medium although they designate it as “firm”.

After laying on each of these mattress toppers for an extended period of time (one of the benefits of my job) I found that both toppers do exactly what they were designed to do, cushion the body and provide pressure point relief. I would recommend the “plush” configuration for those who are lighter in weight or perhaps sleep mostly on their side and I would utilize the “firm” model for those who perhaps are heavier or prefer sleeping on their backs. Any way you slice it, these two new items are overwhelmingly at the top of my mattress topper reviews.

Organic Latex Mattress vs. Natural Latex Mattress - Which is Best?

In this article I want to clear the air as to what constitutes “Certified Organic” vs. the all natural aka “botanically derived latex” used by manufacturers of latex foam mattresses. As of today there is only one truly USDA/EU Certified Organic Latex used for latex mattress cores and latex mattress toppers. The company that manufactures that product has very limited amounts available so there are only a handful of mattress factories in the United States that can even get their hands on it.

The company that has broken the “Certified Organic Latex” barrier is Latex Green located in Sri Lanka. This has taken years to accomplish. Latex Green had to isolate a large part of their rubber tree plantation and keep it free from any chemical pesticides and chemical fertilizers for years until it was finally awarded the organic certification in both the US and EU. In addition, a portion of the manufacturing plant had to also be isolated and kept sterile. This was a major undertaking and huge expense to pull this off but Latex Green's commitment to the earth and our environment has been nothing short of commendable and greatly appreciated by those of us who offer non-toxic sleep solutions.

Here's what Latexco, the only authorized distributor in the U.S., had to say about this long journey- “In order to meet the requirements for certification Latex Green segregated a section of the Plantation. The USDA requires that there be no chemical fertilizers or pesticides used on the trees or ground for a minimum of 4 years before any sap can be collected. After purging for 4 years the sap is collected and stored in a separate facility. It is then mixed, processed, poured, washed and packaged separately using separate equipment so as not to contaminate. You will notice that even the pincore pattern of the Organic is somewhat different from the regular (natural but not certified organic latex) Naturalux. That is because the newly commissioned molds used to produce the Organic are used solely for that purpose and never used to produce other products, assuring that there is no intermingling, residue or trace contamination. The material is also packaged in foil lined paper and stored separately in both the LG and our facility. This has been a long and costly process requiring years of commitment, diligence and investment but the results are the World’s First Truly Organic Natural Latex”. This video can explain it further <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Q6iHY7oOO0">Organic Latex Mattress</a>

When Mithra from the R&D department at Latex Green was asked “How does the organic latex mattress cores differ from the natural latex cores?” the answer was as follows in regards to the harvesting of natural “botanically derived” latex.  “According to our plantation comments, it is common that fertilizers are being used at the very early stages until the rubber tree is grown and ready for tapping. Once the tapping starts (approx in 06-07 years) and the trees become mature, the use of fertilizers is reduced gradually allowing the tree to sustain the growth on its own. The plantations that we collect latex from have trees that are over 20 years old and therefore the need to use fertilizers has become unimportant.

Secondly, we use 100% natural latex in our compounds with no fillers or synthetic latex added. Therefore, we also think that our products can be recognized as “Botanically Derived Latex products”.
So the bottom line is that the only real difference is the use or non-use of fertilizers in the early stages of plant development. As explained above, even the natural latex, that is technically botanically derived, uses very little if any chemical fertilizers at its harvesting age. The follow up question I have asked is about the use of pesticides which will be the topic of a follow up article once I receive the reply but I expect a similar response.

The only remaining question would be one to ask of yourself, as organic latex mattresses are approximately 1/3 higher in price, and that is “how pure do you really need to go” when buying a natural latex mattress. As a side note, there has never been a reported case of a latex allergy associated with a latex mattress, latex mattress topper or latex pillow according to the FDA and that’s because any residual chemicals that may have been present in the finished latex all get washed away during the 5 step rinsing process.

So to completely eliminate any possible chemical contamination the Certified Organic Latex would be the preferred choice. The likelihood that there are any dangers in natural botanically derived latex is extremely doubtful but not inconceivable. The remaining question is “is the difference in price worth the minimal risk”? My conclusion is this; there is no wrong choice here. Both solutions are head above heels better than any other sleep product on the market today. You simply cannot go wrong with either an organic latex mattress or a natural latex mattress.
 

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Organic Latex Mattresses Now Available & USDA Certified Organic

Introducing the World's First USDA Certified Organic Latex Mattress!

Latex Green has done it! After years of preparation they have finally produced the World's First EU/USDA Certified Organic Latex mattress cores and toppers. Coupled with our already USDA Certified Organic Cotton cover makes this what we believe to be the very first completely certified organic latex mattress. It's one thing to be all natural, it's a completely different thing to be able to state USDA CERTIFIED ORGANIC.

This has taken years to accomplish. Latex Green in Sri Lanka isolated a large part of their rubber tree plantation and kept it free from chemical pesticides and chemical fertilizers for years until it was finally awarded the organic certification in both the US and EU. In addition, a portion of the manufacturing plant had to also be isolated and kept sterile. This was a major undertaking and huge expense to pull this off but Latex Green's commitment to the earth and our environment has been nothing short of fantastic.

We at Arizona Premium Mattress Company are proud to be one of if not THE first latex mattress manufacturers to bring this incredible product to the states and offer it at our normal factory direct discounted prices. Of course this product will command an extremely high dollar when it finally hits the retail mattress stores but you now have the opportunity to own a modern marvel at a fair and honest price.

Construction is simple: One USDA Certified Organic 6" Dunlop Processed Latex Core available in soft, medium or firm along with a 2" soft topper of the same material. Finished off with our USDA Certified organic cotton zippered cover which is the same one we use on our Natural Talalay Latex model. This item is roll packed as one piece and ships via UPS door to door nationwide including Canada.

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Natural talalay latex mattress factory offers no middleman pricing on first quality latex foam mattresses delivered to your door nationwide.

Top 10 Work From Home Businesses

Top 10 Work From Home Businesses

Top 10 Work From Home Businesses as compiled by our staff here at work-from-home-info.com. The Top 10 business opportunities listed below are tried and proven but as with any business it does require work to be successful.

1. By far the simplest program I have ever seen is Uri International. Our foods are killing us. This whole food powder utilizes a patented drying process that preserves all the nutrients from the many vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, oats, and berries in it's formula. At $9.95 sign up fee and two free web sites, this opportunity will not only help you feel better, but your bank account too. This is a huge and growing market. This is why it's #1 in our top 10 work from home businesses.

2. Nutrition products are huge. Most are extremely overpriced and come with huge attrition rates. MAXGXL has separated themselves from the others by offering a high quality product that has strong scientific research behind it including a very unique patent usually reserved for big drug companies. Glutathione is THE master antioxidant of all and MAXGXL is a Glutathione accelerator. Max also just announced the release of MaxWlX weight loss formula available in June, 08. These two products together are the most sought after product types in America. A strong candidate for the #1 position in our Top 10 home based businesses.

3. All I can say right now is WOW! What a concept. Get Paid To Advertise. Imagine getting paid to promote your online business or opportunity. Could be that's why you are here. We use it. You should too. This will be our #1 opportunity within the next few months as soon as we've completed our full review. To see what's happened so far go to ASD Review.

4. Ken Envoy is an absolute genius when it comes to building a business! He has come up with some of the best products in the world for building a successful business and making money on the internet. Regarded by many as the #1 internet marketing guru, it's not surprising that he comes in at #3 on the list. Maybe next year Ken will make #1 in our Top 10 home based businesses.

The SiteSell brand over-delivers with outstanding value. The products give everyone a chance to get a piece of the e-commerce pie. For a reasonable and affordable price, they empower people to truly win on the web. Couple this with Ann Sieg's The Renegade Marketing System and you've got the best tools on the planet to succeed in this industry.

5. Timing is everything in network marketing. To make our Top 10 it must be a product or service that is in high demand. Personal debt is at an all time high. Real estate is in the toilet and mortgage companies are fighting for their lives. America needs this program.United First Financial is an innovative company that helps American homeowners reach their financial goals. Their interest reduction solution puts the deed of your home in your hands in a fraction of the regular time by utilizing banking strategies which have been around for decades. Qualified homeowners using the Money Merge Account system can now potentially pay off their mortgage in as little as 1/3 to 1/2 the regular time – with little to no change to their day-to-day spending habits and without increasing their minimum required monthly mortgage payments. No wonder why it's in our Top 10 home based businesses.

6. G.P.T.

Get Paid Today is a term floating around the internet. Why wait until next month to get paid commissions on your work this month.The system earns immediate money from direct sales, where the money gets paid directly to your account with no waiting for commission payouts or anything similar. It's a good system, and the type that all the top internet earners are using. There's no inventory or shipping involved. The products consist mostly of downloadable software and ebooks that are crucial to internet marketing. To learn more about this Top 10 Home Based Business go to Cash Magnet

7. Medical Coding

For those who have worked in a medical office`s billing department, medical coding is probably second nature to you. For those who have little or no knowledge of medical coding, as long as you are eager to learn and willing to invest some time in the necessary training, a business in medical coding may still work for you.

Medical coding is a very important function for hospitals, doctor`s offices, and laboratories because it is used to code documents for insurance companies. If you have ever looked at any kind of medical records, even the form your doctor fills out for your office visit, you will see what is commonly called diagnostic codes. The insurance companies use those codes to determine how much they are going to pay for a procedure.

Sometimes medical facilities have in-house staff to handle the coding, but very large or very busy facilities may not have the staff with knowledge to do that, so they hire outside firms, or even freelancers, to do the coding on either a set monthly fee, per hour wage, or per record fee. No matter what you may read to the contrary, unless you have worked in the medical field and have medical coding experience, you will need to be trained unless you plan to hire a staff of employees to do the coding for you.

Medical coding is a growing field, and it is projected that it will grow even larger in the coming years. The reasoning for this is that the rapid growth of the medical industry itself because of advancements, longer life spans, and the development of more tests and procedures that will increase the need for medical coders at least until 2014. Top 10 home based business material all the way.

8. Ebay auctions-

Why start an eBay business? Well, eBay is perhaps the most successful website ever created and if you think you missed eBay phenomenon,not so fast. eBay is growing every day and seem to expand their services almost weekly.

Each day tens of thousands of people discover eBay and eBay estimates their piece of the global marketplace will soon be over 2 trillion dollars! With millions of items for sale every day and nearly 25 million registered user, the eBay universe is a huge marketplace and one that can be perfectly targeted.

Starting an eBay business is amazingly easy and you could have your first items to sell right in your own home! I`m sure you can thing of at least one item you have been thinking of throwing away or giving away, so this can a business that will cost you nothing to start. Getting started is easy and the learning curve for most people is minimal so you could be running your own auction business just minutes from now. Registration is free and you only pay pennies to list and sell.

If you need to find products to sell there are plenty of wholesale and drop ship directories such as Wholesale Sources and North American Wholesale Co-Op. Could be the sleeper in our Top 10 home based businesses.

9. Tax Preparation

Tax preparation is something the majority of Americans find to be somewhat intimidating. And, even with tax preparation software, most people still hate preparing their tax returns.I know you are asking yourself "is this really a Top 10 business"? As a tax preparer you will always be in demand because tax law changes often, and the endless forms can be intimidating to those unfamiliar with them. The answer is Yes.

To become a tax-preparer you`ll need some training, but not as much as you might think. The traditional route to becoming a tax preparer is take a college degree as an accountant or CPA, but this is usually time consuming and expensive.

Faster, less expensive ways include taking courses with established tax return preparation companies like Jackson Hewitt and H & R Block. These companies have created in-house tax schools with curriculum's that can be completed in just a few months. The advantage of learning through these respected companies is that you may be able to gain some experience while working for them, once you have completing your training.

It`s a good idea to have some experience before starting your home based tax prep business. There are also many independent schools and training programs that offer certification in tax preparation. Requirements for certification and licensing can vary from state to state, so it is important to research and be aware of local requirements. Could this Top 10 home based business be your calling?

10. Elder Care

Our average population is growing older each year. Our Top 10 is based on demand also. Advances in nutrition and medicine, coupled with the last baby boom, have led to an increasing number of senior citizens. Seniors have their own unique needs and challenges, opening up many opportunities in the fast growing area of elder service/care. If you are kind, caring and responsible, and enjoy the wisdom and company of older adults, elder service/care may be the perfect home business for you. It is a way to both be in business for yourself and make a positive difference in the lives of others.

You don`t need any formal training to start an elder service/care business, although it might give you an advantage to gain experience working for one of the larger elder care agencies before striking out on your own. What you need are good people skills and patience. You will need to listen both to your senior clients and their adult children (who may be the ones paying your fee) to find out exactly what is needed. You`ll also need to be an independent self-starter who can respond compassionately in the moment without always being told what to do.

Providing elder care involves taking care of the everyday needs of senior citizens. This is quite different from home nursing care. You will not be giving injections, changing IV lines, or even giving out medication. It would not be legal for you to do any of these things without a license or certification. The most you will do in the medical area is remind your client to take his or her prescription medication. The need for this service is increasing at a rapid pace and that is why it made it into our Top 10 home based businesses.

Our Top 10 list changes periodically as new businesses come online so check back often to see if there is something that invokes your passion.

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