9 Organic Toddler Pillows For Cozy Cuddles
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We’ve reviewed the best organic and nontoxic pillows on the market — these are our favorites engineered to keep your little ones safe and supported during sleep.
It’s no secret we’re big fans of making our beds with the best and most organic materials, including nontoxic pillows. But it’s not just our sleep we’re concerned about: we want to ensure our family members are sleeping well (and safely), too. This is especially the case for the littest ones in our home! They need organic and nontoxic pillows for their growing bodies to ensure they get supportive, quality rest.
Why are organic and nontoxic toddler pillows important?
While it may be challenging to get babies and kids to sleep, their little bodies need it. In fact, babies under one year old sleep upwards of 16 hours a day, which means what they are sleeping on is more important than ever.
Since many conventional pillows use a polyester filling derived from petroleum (shown to emit toxic VOCs), it’s essential to shop for natural and organic toddler pillows. Likewise, conventional pillows are coated with polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) — known endocrine disruptors — for a fire retardant, and the production of polyester harms workers and the environment.
Instead, we love foam pillows and down alternatives for our children’s bedding. Nontoxic and organic certifications from brands are crucial to ensure credibility. Remember: you can always email a brand to inquire for more details! Transparency is key.
Our criteria:
Our editors have researched and personally outfitted their homes with organic and nontoxic bedding to ensure safe sleep for their families and themselves. Below, we’ve rounded up the best organic toddler pillows that are nontoxic, supportive, comfy, and made to last. We regularly revisit this list to add emerging brands that meet the below criteria.
- ORGANIC & NONTOXIC | These brands use non-toxic and organic materials with no off-gassing. None contain harsh flame retardants, and all are free from toxic chemicals. We also look for brands committed to not using PFAS in their production.
- SUPPORTIVE | These pillows offer comfort and support for small and growing bodies.
- COMFORTABLE & COOLING | We’ve chosen pillows to keep little ones comfy and cool all night.
- DURABLE | We want our toddlers’ pillows to last! That’s why we’ve selected pillows that maintain their firmness and withstand toddler spills, sweat, accidents, and more. Easy-to-clean is key!
Looking for more nontoxic toddler recommendations? Try these organic toddler mattresses and these brands for natural kids’ clothing.
1. Avocado
Best For | Organic pillow with kapok fiber
Organic & Nontoxic Materials | GOTS-certified organic cotton, GOLS-certified organic latex, and GOTS-certified organic kapok fiber
Price | $34
Topping our list for toddler pillows is none other than Avocado — one of the best in the business when it comes to nontoxic and organic comfort. Like the baby mattress, Avocado’s pillows are handmade at a GOTS and GOLS organic-certified factory in Los Angeles with safe and natural materials — it’s filled with GOLS-certified organic latex and GOTS-certified organic kapok fiber. The cover is a gentle and breathable GOTS-certified organic cotton, which will help regulate your baby’s temperature throughout the night. Avocado is GREENGUARD Gold and GOLS Certified. Everything in their collection is nontoxic and safe for you and your family. This pillow has a one-year warranty and a 100-night sleep trial, so your child can test it!
Customer Review I “Okay, ever since I got this pillow for my 13 month old, her naps have gone from 45 minutes to 2 or 3 hours!!!!! Bless this pillow!!!! She loves it so much and even started using sign language to talk about her pillow. She puts her doll on it to sleep too and hugs it frequently during the day………. Too cute!!! Plus it’s just so well made.” – Rose O. (Read all reviews.)
2. Coop
Best For | Adjustable fill
Organic & Nontoxic Materials | Hypoallergenic blend of medium firm memory-foam-and-microfiber fill, Machine washable Lulltra™ cover (60% polyester, 40% bamboo-derived viscose rayon)
Price | $35
Say hello to one of our newer favorite brands for organic and nontoxic bedding: Coop Sleep Goods! This LA-based brand only uses safe materials for its bedding and pillows, including its Original Toddler Adjustable Pillow. We love that this pillow can be adjusted for your baby’s specific needs — simply adjust the fill (a hypoallergenic blend of medium firm memory foam and microfiber). It’s designed for children aged 2-8 and has undergone rigorous testing for safety; Coop is also GREENGUARD Gold and CertiPUR-US® certified.
As for durability, the pillowcase is a machine washable Lulltra™ cover (60% polyester, 40% bamboo-derived viscose rayon). Coop also offers a 5-year warranty and a 100-night sleep trial.
Customer Review I “We love our coop pillow! I loved that you can throw it in the dryer and continue getting that new fluffy pillow feeling again and again.” – Natalie M (Read all reviews.)
3. Naturepedic
Best For | Resilient and moisture-wicking
Organic & Nontoxic Materials | PLA (a plant-based synthetic fiber made from non-GMO sugarcane), 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton
Price | $79
Naturepedic is the brand we turn to for little luxuries — for ourselves and our children. The PLA pillow, for example, is a luxurious fiber-based pillow derived entirely from non-GMO sugarcane. If you’re unfamiliar with this material, let us sway you. PLA is a plant-based fiber that is resilient and moisture-wicking for reliable support and cool, comfy sleep. It’s also entirely safe for your little one, as it’s free from polyurethane foam, polyester fill and chemical flame retardants.
Other facts: The outer cover is 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton; yes, it’s removable and washable! Naturepedic offers a 100-night sleep trial and a one-year warranty. It’s also a MADE SAFE® company.
Customer Review | “I needed a pillow for my toddler who kept using ours but I wanted a toxic free one. This is a great option because you can remove some filling as I needed to because I felt that it was still too big for her. Once she gets older and wants a more fluffy pillow I will add the filling back. She loves this pillow and sleeps on it every night!” – Sylvia (Read all reviews.)
4. Gooselings
Best For | Personalized down pillows
Organic & Nontoxic Materials | OKEO-TEX® certified pillows with responsible down
Price | $45+
For a toddler pillow with dreamy designs and personalization options, we love Gooselings, a woman-founded company creating Hygge-inspired bedding for children. The pillows are crafted in Portugal and Denmark with breathable and lightweight down. They’re certified Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX and even include a discreetly placed zipper to keep tiny hands away from the fill. The pillowcase is sateen-weave cotton, and Gooselings promises only the safest and softest materials for your little one. You can read more about the nontoxic and eco-friendly materials here.
Customer Review | “Perfect toddler pillow and super quick shipping, especially for a personalized pillow cover.” – Juliet K. (Read all reviews.)
5. Brentwood
Best For | Temperature-regulating
Organic & Nontoxic Materials | CertiPUR-US Certified® charcoal-infused memory foam
Price | $53
Brentwood Home has more than an amazing nontoxic crib mattress: the Mini Charcoal toddler pillow is designed for worry-free sleep, too. While not specifically designed for kids, the size makes it a perfect option for your toddler’s nap time. It’s ultra-soft, breathable, and compact. Best of all, it’s made with CertiPUR-US Certified® charcoal-infused memory foam and a gel fiberfill for temperature-regulating support. This certification means it’s made without ozone depleters, PBDE flame retardants, mercury, lead, heavy metals, formaldehyde, or phthalates. We especially love this one for when traveling with our littles.
Customer Review | “So comfy this is the perfect little pillow!” – Krishna A. (Read all reviews.)
6. Parachute
Best For | Hypoallergenic
Organic & Nontoxic Materials | 100% hypoallergenic microfiber, 100% cotton sateen shell
Price | $30
Parachute makes the dreamiest bedding for our rooms, so it’s no surprise that this toddler pillow is just as wonderful. The down alternative is made of superfine, 100% hypoallergenic microfiber fill that mimics the warmth and fluffiness of natural down. And it features a 100% cotton sateen shell — which is soft for your child yet also durable. Parachute’s toddler pillow is made in the USA and OEKO-TEX certified. We love it for supporting our back during bedtime routines (reading, rocking) and for supporting tiny heads while they sleep.
Customer Review | “My toddler loved this pillow immediately. They were getting tough to put down, but once we introduced the pillow, they love night time again!” – Anonymous (Read all reviews.)
7. Five Little Monkeys
Best For | Machine washable & designed for proper alignment
Organic & Nontoxic Materials | 100% organic cotton, 100% polyester fiber
Price | $89
Well, if this isn’t the cutest organic kids’ bedding brand! Five Little Monkeys makes one of our favorite organic pillows for kids — it’s purposefully crafted with the ideal loft to ensure proper spinal alignment throughout the night. Support is everything when it comes to this pillow, and the fill offers just the right amount of support to cradle your little one’s head and neck comfortably. As for the cover, it’s 100% organic cotton, and the pillow is also hypoallergenic. And, of course, it’s machine washable! Your child can try this pillow with a 100-night risk-free trial.
Customer Review | “Very pleased with the comfort and quality. Shipping was FAST as well. I also had a pleasant experience when I called into customer support before I made the purchase and that sealed the deal. Thank you!” – C Marie (Read all reviews.)
8. The Company Store
Best For | Affordable down-alternative
Organic & Nontoxic Materials | cotton percale, GRS-certified recycled polyester fiber
Price | $29
Coming in at one of the lowest price points on our list, The Company Store’s toddler pillow doesn’t compromise when it comes to quality materials. Though this pillow isn’t organic, it is densely woven of pure cotton percale with no added chemicals or coatings. We especially love the microscopic pores that form a natural protective barrier — meaning the pillow (and your toddler) is protected against bed bugs, pet dander, and other allergens. The fill is also a lofty, recycled polyester fiber fill that is 100% Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certified by Control Union. If you’re on a budget but looking for something safe and comfortable for your child, this pillow is it!
Customer Review | “So soft and great quality. My toddler loves sleeping on this pillow every night now” – Erin (Read all reviews.)
9. Moonlight Slumber
Best For | Affordable & organic
Organic & Nontoxic Materials | Fusion fiber hygienic synthetic down, organic cotton cover
Price | $24
If you’re looking for another affordable and organic option, we love this toddler pillow from Moonlight Slumber. It’s filled with hygienic synthetic down and perfectly sized for children over 18 months of age. It also includes a 100% organic cotton removable cover! Best of all, this toddler pillow is UL GREENGUARD® GOLD certified and made in the USA. The Fusion™ Fiberfill is perfect for support and sweet dreams, as it won’t flatten or clump no matter the amount of use. It also comes with a lifetime warranty against defects.
Customer Review | “My now 23-month-old loves it, and we sometimes have to coax her out of bed because she’s so comfortable!” – Kelly F (Read all reviews.)
Featured image is from Avocado
Kayti Christian is a Senior Content Strategist at The Good Trade. With an MFA in Nonfiction Creative Writing, her work has appeared in TODAY, Shondaland, and The New York Times. Since 2017, Kayti has been uncovering and reviewing the best sustainable home brands and wellness products. Her personal journey through four years of fertility treatments has inspired her to write extensively about women’s healthcare and reproductive access. Beyond her work at The Good Trade, Kayti is the creator of Feelings Not Aside, a Substack newsletter with 6,000 subscribers, and the cohost of the FriedEggs Podcast, which delves into IVF and infertility.
