Crib Sheets & Bedding

Fitted sheets, blankets, and sleep sacks for cribs and toddler beds. Babies spend the majority of their time on these textiles, which can contain wrinkle-resistant finishes and dyes.

Why It Matters

12-17 hours daily of direct skin contact. Face often pressed against fabric during sleep. Wrinkle-free and stain-resistant finishes may contain formaldehyde.

Chemicals of Concern in This Product

Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde Releasers

A colorless gas used as a preservative, disinfectant, and textile finishing agent. In clothing,...

High Risk

Halogenated Flame Retardants

Chemicals containing bromine or chlorine added to products to slow the spread of fire. Common...

High Risk

VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds)

A broad category of chemicals that easily evaporate at room temperature, releasing gases into...

Medium Risk

Ingredient Red Flags

Watch for these on ingredient labels:

  • 'Wrinkle-free' or 'easy-care' labels
  • Strong chemical smell
  • Non-OEKO-TEX synthetic fabrics
  • Stain-resistant treatments

What to Look For

  • ✓No wrinkle-free or stain-resistant treatments
  • ✓Natural fiber options (cotton, bamboo, linen)

Finding Safer Options

Burt's Bees Baby, Aden + Anais organic, Babyletto organic, or other GOTS certified brands. Wash new bedding before first use.

Certifications to Look For

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