Active airflow crib mattress is the only crib mattress proven to reduce the re-circulation of oxygen-depleted air. This is a major deterrent for the cause of SIDS. SIDS is the leading cause of death among infants who are 1 month to 1 year old, and claims the lives of about 2,500 infants each year in the United States. A good active airflow crib mattress has a built-in fan which circulates fresh air around baby, thus blowing carbon dioxide away.

Meanwhile, an active airflow crib mattress also is equipped with a powerful filter which removes almost all of airborne allergens, like dust, pollen, and mold. To use the active airflow crib mattress, just plug it into any outlet-the fan's gentle hum lulls babies to sleep. Usually, a purchase of a active airflow crib mattress will include the machine washable mattress pad that is fitted with Velcro strips and extra-deep pockets. The active airflow filter included will usually last four to six months and others are sold separately. Your active airflow crib mattress supports up to 40 lbs. and usually requires only a 10-minute assembly.

Some important features of active airflow crib mattress are that it is Pediatrician recommended. Secondly, you'll be pleased to know that an active airflow crib mattress Fits any standard crib. This can be very convenient for those who are shopping for new cribs or just want to change one. The highlight of the active airflow crib mattress is that its Filter removes over 90% of airborne allergens, which is a bonus for eliminating SIDS risk.

Regarding product maintenance, you'll need to have 1 filter per pack, which as mentioned, will last four to six months. Therefore it is recommended that the filter be changed after that period of use. It also depends on the air quality in your baby's room, the filter may need to be changed sooner or later than four months depending on dust concentration.

Personally, I believe this is the best idea for mattresses and wish they were made for adult beds as well. Many users reported that their children did not have any trouble getting to sleep on these mattresses. An added benefit of an active airflow crib mattress is that if there is a bedwetting, it quickly dries up from underneath thus your infant is not left in a wet patch.