Baby & Nursery
My Green Mattress
Emily Organic Crib Mattress
A family-owned, GOTS and GREENGUARD Gold certified organic innerspring crib mattress — built around accessible pricing without compromising on certified materials.
- GOTS
- GREENGUARD Gold
- Family Owned
- Organic Cotton
- Made in USA
Our Editorial Standard
Every product in our directory is evaluated using the Modern Holistic Living Standard. We assess materials, ingredient transparency, long-term durability, everyday practicality, replacement availability, manufacturer consistency, and overall value before including any recommendation. We only feature products we would calmly recommend to our own families.
Editorial
Why we recommend it
- GOTS-certified organic cotton and wool over an individually wrapped steel coil core — the same material categories used by premium organic brands at a meaningfully more accessible price.
- GREENGUARD Gold certified for low VOC emissions, with public certification documentation rather than vague 'non-toxic' marketing.
- Family-owned and made in Illinois by a small company that builds the mattress itself rather than outsourcing production overseas.
- Designed by a family of allergy sufferers, which shows up in the conservative material choices and willingness to publish a complete build sheet.
Transparency
Things to know
- 01
Less luxurious aesthetic finish than premium brands like Avocado — the value is in the materials and certifications, not the cover stitching.
- 02
Available primarily direct-to-consumer; in-store availability is limited.
- 03
Wool provides natural flame resistance; no chemical flame retardants are used.
- 04
A waterproof organic mattress protector is sold separately and recommended.
Composition
Materials & ingredients
Cover
- GOTS-certified organic cotton
Fill
- GOTS-certified organic wool
Core
- Individually wrapped steel coils
Independently verified
Certifications
- GOTS
- GREENGUARD Gold
- MADE SAFE (select models)
- Made in USA
The standard
Why it made the cut
- The most accessible price point in our crib mattress recommendations without sacrificing certified organic materials.
- Genuinely small, family-owned operation with a long, consistent product history.
- Transparent disclosure of materials and certifications, including the trade-offs that come with the lower price.
FAQ
Common questions
- Is it as 'safe' as the premium options?
- From a materials and certification standpoint, the Emily uses the same GOTS-certified organic cotton and wool categories as the premium brands. The main differences are in cover finish and brand polish, not in chemical safety.
- Does it contain latex?
- No. The Emily uses a steel coil core rather than natural latex, which can be a benefit for families concerned about latex allergies.
- Is the cover waterproof?
- No. A separate organic waterproof mattress protector is recommended and sold by the brand.
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