March 10, 2024
For Father’s Day, Naturepedic’s founders helped other dads make their child’s transition to their first big kid’s bed be seamless, safe and memorable as possible. Barry A. Cik, a Board-Certified Environmental Engineer and his two sons Jeffrey Cik and Jason Cik, are joined by Arin Schultz, Director of Sales and Business Development, to share their memories and tips.
“As a company founded by dads, we understand firsthand that transitioning your child from a crib to their first ‘big kid bed’ is a big moment, for both the parent and child. That’s why we’ve developed a whole line of mattresses designed for their specific needs, from toddlers to teens, while giving parents peace of mind that their child is safe from harmful chemicals and questionable materials, like formaldehyde, flame retardant chemicals and barriers, vinyl, pesticides, and glues/adhesives, while they sleep” comments Jason Cik, Director of Regenerative Practices, Co-Founder of Naturepedic and father of three.
“My kids never liked to stay in their cribs. As soon as they were able to climb out, we knew it was time for a big kid’s bed, all of my kids were in a similar developmental stage, around two years old,” reflects Jeffrey Cik, President, Co-Founder of Naturepedic and father of four. “Every child is different, but when your child is showing signs of coming out of their crib, they almost make the decision for you,” he adds.
Designed with the transition in mind, Naturepedic’s 2-in-1 Organic Kids Mattress and Verse Organic Kids Mattress are not only GOTS certified organic, but each product goes above and beyond to ensure safer, healthier sleep from the inside out. The 2-in-1 design features a waterproof side for children that are still potty training. The Verse design is great for young children and older kids, featuring a slightly firmer feel to help support kids’ developing bones as they sleep. Both models are made without common allergens, flame-retardant chemicals, and any other questionable materials and chemicals. When it comes to the health and safety of your children’s sleep, Naturepedic understands that there really is no room for compromise.
“When I went to buy a crib mattress for my first grandchild, I was appalled at what was being sold. So, fifteen years ago, I decided that there had to be a better way to make ethical, toxin-free crib mattress alternatives that would help safeguard innocent babies from a lifetime of health issues, including brain damage and cancer. Along with my two sons, I started Naturepedic, a certified organic and nontoxic mattress and bedding company, and together we developed an innovative line of mattresses to specifically meet the needs of developing children, fulfilling a missing gap across the mattress industry,” comments Barry Cik. “Now, we are the leading GOTS-certified organic, MADE SAFE certified nontoxic mattress and bedding brand for the whole family, made in the USA.”
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