Why parents love it

Most baby mattresses use synthetic foam on at least one sleeping surface. The YappyAir uses natural latex on both. Latex is a plant-derived material — it comes from the rubber tree — and both the Latex Gel and Latex Memory layers on this mattress are independently certified to the OEKO-TEX standard, meaning they have been tested and confirmed free from harmful substances. For a surface a baby lies on for up to 16 hours a day, that verification matters more than almost any other specification.

The Latex Gel Thermo Control layer addresses one of the most controllable factors in infant sleep quality: temperature. A baby who is too warm on their sleeping surface takes longer to fall asleep, wakes more frequently, and spends less time in the deep sleep phases where physical recovery and neurological development happen. The gel is infused into the natural latex and works by absorbing and redistributing excess body heat away from the surface as the baby settles — preventing the warmth build-up that disrupts sleep onset without actively cooling the mattress.

The other side is Latex Memory — natural memory latex with ventilation holes throughout for continuous airflow. As the child grows past the newborn stage, this side provides the adaptive, cushioning support that suits a heavier, more active sleeper. The activated carbon foam core in the middle holds the structure, provides density and rigidity, and actively resists germs and odours between cover washes. The cover is a zipped Air Effect design — hypoallergenic, breathable, and machine-washable.

Features & Benefits

• OEKO-TEX certified natural latex on both sleeping surfaces: both the Latex Gel and Latex Memory layers are plant-derived and independently certified free from harmful substances — the strongest verified material credentials in the range
• Latex Gel Thermo Control cooling side: natural latex with temperature-regulating gel — absorbs excess body heat as the baby falls asleep, prevents surface warmth build-up, supports faster sleep onset
• Latex Memory ventilated soft side: natural memory latex with ventilation holes — actively breathable, adapts to the body for pressure-free comfort; suited to older babies and toddlers
• Activated carbon foam core: provides structural density and rigidity; actively resists germs and odours — maintains freshness over time
• Zipped Air Effect hypoallergenic cover: air cell construction for maximum ventilation; soft, hypoallergenic, zipped for easy removal, machine-washable at 30–40°C
• Dual-sided design: Latex Gel cooling side for newborns, Latex Memory soft side as the child grows — one mattress that adapts without being replaced
• No synthetic foam on either sleeping surface: both active sides use natural latex — a meaningful distinction from mattresses that use synthetic memory foam on one side
• Complete the cot setup: pair with the YappyShield waterproof fitted sheet and YappyLux satin fitted sheet — both available separately on Tiny Tugz; you need at least two top sheets in rotation from day one
• Perfect for: health-conscious parents prioritising natural and certified materials, warmer nurseries or climates, and babies who are slow to settle or wake frequently due to overheating

Specifications

• Dimensions: 120 × 60 × 10 cm
• Sides: dual-sided — Latex Gel Thermo Control (cooling) / Latex Memory (soft)
• Layer 1 (cooling side): natural Latex Gel with Thermo Control — OEKO-TEX certified
• Layer 2 (core): activated carbon foam — structural density, germ and odour resistant
• Layer 3 (soft side): natural Latex Memory with ventilation holes — OEKO-TEX certified
• Cover: Zipped Air Effect — hypoallergenic, breathable air cells, removable and machine-washable at 30–40°C
• Certifications: OEKO-TEX certified (Latex Gel and Latex Memory layers)
• Recommended bedding: YappyShield waterproof fitted sheet + YappyLux satin fitted sheet (120×60 cm) — both available on Tiny Tugz
• Compatible cot size: 120 × 60 cm
• Origin: Made by YappyKids
• Delivery: 5–8 working days to EU

Materials, Safety & Origin

• Latex Gel layer: natural latex with Thermo Control gel — OEKO-TEX certified, temperature-regulating, breathable
• Latex Memory layer: natural memory latex with ventilation holes — OEKO-TEX certified, body-adaptive, breathable
• Core: activated carbon foam — odour and germ resistant
• Cover: hypoallergenic Air Effect zipped fabric — removable, machine-washable
• Certifications: OEKO-TEX standard confirmed on both latex sleeping surfaces
• Origin: Made by YappyKids

Care Instructions

• Remove the zipped cover and machine wash at 30–40°C
• Do not bleach
• Iron on medium heat if needed
• Hang dry — do not tumble dry
• Do not dry clean
• Air the mattress regularly to maintain freshness