A long time ago, a reader emailed me asking about bean bag chairs and what they are filled with. At the time I didn’t have a good answer for her. It seemed that most were filled with either polystyrene or flame retardant treated foam bits** See NOTE below **. And that was just the inside. But recently I was introduced to a line of bean bag loungers made for kids that solves the problem.

My 2 year old, lounging on the EnviroKid Nap Mat
EnviroKid specializes in stuffed pillows, nap mats and bean bag loungers that are safe for kids (and everyone else). The mats and loungers are filled with olefin foam beads (instead of polystyrene) which provide a cushiony feel and mold to your child’s body. In fact when I first received the test sample I was dismayed at the sight of it. It had molded itself to the shape of the box. But after a little rough and tumble with the boys is was a smushy and more flat pillow that they enjoy laying on. The outer cover is made of EnviroLeather which is a PVC-Free Synthetic Leather. What I like about it is that it’s easy to clean and wipe off. My youngest spilled water on it, wiped up no problem. Snack crumb slide right off. (My carpet on the other hand has not stood up to the kids as well). EnviroLeather is free of PVC, pthalates, and heavy metals and is made with recycled and renewable content. I can feel better about that.
They come in a Cushion size, a Nap Mat and a Bean Bag Lounger which is the largest. My kids have been laying around on the Nap Mat for a few weeks and they actually fight over who gets to lay on it. It did seem a bit stiff at first but once we used it made more sense. I do wish they had a removable fabric cover so that it doesn’t feel cold when you use it but that’s just splitting hairs at that point. I think it could stand to be filled more, but perhaps that detracts from it’s ability to mold to the child. They do seem pretty comfy on it.
*NOTE: It has come to my attention that indeed these do employ the use of halogen flame retardants on the interior beads. Therefore I need to retract my endorsement of the product and shut down the giveaway (I’ll make it up to those who entered with another one). My apologies for this oversight. I make mistakes sometimes, I’m human. But I am NOT afraid to admit it when I do. I hope this hasn’t caused anyone any inconveniences. – Kathy
My 3 year old would love the nap mat although I must admit that I would love the lounger!
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My kids would love the bean bag lounger. Who am I kidding, I would love it too!
The bean bag in pear looks super comfy. The kids might have to wrestle it away from me.
my son would LOVE the napmat in plum…he’s a purple freak!
lol i’d even like the beanbag!
My daughter would love the nap mat in Lagoon!
My kid (and I) would love the bean bag lounger in plum. Perfect for reading and cuddling!!!!
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We like the nap mat:)
My 3 year old would love one of the nap mats!
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My kids would love the bean bag lounger.
My kiddos would love the cushions!
My kids would love the bean bag lounger. I love the colors.
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Great products! My daughter is 3 and the nap mat in plum is a great size and would be very useful. Looks comfy!
great product for my toddler
I think my son would love the nap mat and the bean bag lounger in Lagoon.
my son would love the bean bag lounger!
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My son Noah & I would love the PVC-Free, Phthalate-Free and ergonomically designed nap mat by EnviroKid! 🙂
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My kids would love any of those products, but the bean bag lounger is one they wouldn’t have to fight over.
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The Nap Mat would be great for movie night at our house! I’m thinking the “bermuda” would look great in our living room! Woot Woot!
My son got a bean bag for his birthday and him and my daughter both love it, but I was always leery of what it was made of! This would be an awesome replacement!
My daughter would love the nap mat! She loves laying on our dog’s bed! 🙂
My toddler would love the nap mat – probably he’ll play with it more than actually sleep! 🙂
My kids would love the bean bag lounger.
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My 8 year old and my 19 month old would both love a Nap Mat. Every time we visit my parents, my kids are crawling over the large bean bag bed thing and bean bag chair they have. I always cringe wondering what kind of toxins they could be crawling all over. A non-toxic Nap Mat would be perfect to keep my crazy eco ways from driving my parents crazy and allowing my kids to be kids.
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Subscribe by feedburner email. I never would have thought to think of what’s in the bean bag in my toddler’s room. Would love to win a safer one!
My 2 year old daughter would love the nap mat and so would I!!!!
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My kids would love the bean bag lounger…they love to wrestle-cuddle-wrestle.
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The Bean Bag Lounger looks amazing – would make a great “crash pillow” for my son. The nap mat in Lagoon is also nice.
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i would LOVE the nap mat for my 3 year old! that looks so comfy!
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My son would love the navy bean bag lounger. What a great product!
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My stepson would love the bean bag lounger in lagoon!
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My kids would love any and all of the Envirokid products. 🙂 Thank you!
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My Toddler would love the nap mat and the cushion. He loves to sit on the floor and read.
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Everyone in my family would love the bean bag lounger!
I think I’d go with the nap mat.
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I love that someone is finally making these products! I looked for a healthy nap mat a year ago, and could not find one that I was comfortable purchasing. I love the nap mat and bean bag from EnviroKid.
Love all the products, but our little dude needs a nap mat for daycare. Bermuda is best. What a great idea!
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