Lady Bird

[Travelinana]

Yay - glad you got pics posted! Looks really nice! There are definite advantages to that rear living room - really roomy feel. Guess that's why so many FWers have that basic plan.

Maggie, I bought a small recliner that will take the place of one of the chairs. I also purchased a memory foam 4" topper for the mattress. I haven't taken it out of the box as I might get a good mattress instead. If anyone has advise on this I would appreciate.

[Redetotry]

I suggest an organic mattress especially since you are going to be in your RV full time. They aren't cheap but worth it for your health, especially if you have any respiratory issues.
All mattress, except organic, are by law filled with chemical flame retardant. Memory foam is made totally of chemical products. If you do go with memory foam buy from a reputable place, if it is really cheap then it may have a lot more 'additives' like sand. If you go with foam, be sure to air it outside until it out-gasses as much as possible.

[Sandersmr]

Just an FYI - organic mattresses are made from chemicals as well. So are our bodies for that matter.

[Redetotry]

Just an FYI - organic mattresses are made from chemicals as well. So are our bodies for that matter.

But organic products don't contain polyurethane foam made from petroleum and fire retardants made from products which the manufacturers, aren't required to disclose their composition. Some people can tolerate these for a period of time others can't.

Here is a bit on what are in crib mattresses as they are filled with the same products as adult mattresses. I am not a scientist but I was chemically poisoned at my work place so I do have to be careful and in trying to remain as healthy as possible I avoid as many toxins as it is possible. I don't know how true this information is but I do know that there is enough information out there to have serious doubt as to the safety of many of them.

One cause of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) may be from exposure to toxic chemicals being emitted from crib mattresses.
Crib mattresses off-gas many toxic chemicals similar to adult mattresses (they are made from polyvinyl chloride [pvc], polyurethane, etc.). They also contain phosphorus, arsenic, and antimony compounds as preservatives and fire retardants. Toxic nerve gasses (phosphine, arsine, and stibine) can be emitted because of interactions with these chemicals and cause anticholinesterase poisoning and cardiac failure in infants. These chemicals are linked to SIDS; in fact, Richardson (1994) and Taylor (1996) found high levels of antimony in the blood and livers of babies who died from SIDS. An article in Midwifery Today goes into detail as well as explaining how these chemicals in crib mattress may be related to other SIDS risk factors (Quinn, 2002). To read this article, go to: http://www.midwiferytoday.com/articles/ ... b+mattress. However, there has been some revolt against the conclusion that baby mattresses can cause SIDS (see, for example, Mitchell, Fitzpatrick, & Waters, 1998). As with most things, the truth probably lies somewhere in the middle; toxic chemicals in crib mattresses may be one of the many causes of SIDS. Either way, most parents are not willing to risk it.

See also http://www.jeffreywarber.com/hc%20pages/sids.html for more information on SIDS.
Avoid exposing your baby to toxic chemicals by choosing an organic crib mattress and organic sheets for baby’s crib.

References:
Mitchell, E.A., Fitzpatrick, M.G., & Waters, J. (1998). SIDS and the toxic gas theory revisited. The New Zealand Medical Journal, 111, 219-221.
Quinn, J.B. (2002). Baby's bedding: is it creating toxic nerve gasses? Midwifery Today, 61, 21-22.
Richardson, B.A. (1994). Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: a possible primary cause. Journal-Forensic Science Society, 34, 199-204.
Taylor, A. (1996). Antimony, cot mattresses, and SIDS. The Lancet, 347, 616.

[Sandersmr]

I just have problems with people that say all chemicals are bad without clarifying. Everything is made up of chemicals. There are plenty of natural chemicals that are dangerous as well.

I have to limit my consumption of soy, including edemame and tofu. I can eat them in moderation, but they contain estrogen-type chemicals - all natural, but for me could be deadly in too great a quantity. My family history shows that I'm at high risk for breast cancer.

Not all foams are made the same, just like not all natural mattresses are the same. Did you know that latex is a natural chemical? But how many people can't sleep on latex mattresses?

Everyone should do their due diligence on what works for them. What may work for you won't work for me and vice versa.

Says the chemist who works in the plastics industry.

[Redetotry]

I just have problems with people that say all chemicals are bad without clarifying. Everything is made up of chemicals. There are plenty of natural chemicals that are dangerous as well.

I have to limit my consumption of soy, including edemame and tofu. I can eat them in moderation, but they contain estrogen-type chemicals - all natural, but for me could be deadly in too great a quantity. My family history shows that I'm at high risk for breast cancer.

Not all foams are made the same, just like not all natural mattresses are the same. Did you know that latex is a natural chemical? But how many people can't sleep on latex mattresses?

Everyone should do their due diligence on what works for them. What may work for you won't work for me and vice versa.

Says the chemist who works in the plastics industry.

Sorry you have a problem with me but, I did not say all chemicals are bad and I did try to clarify what I did said. And yes, I do know about latex, I am one who can't sleep on latex. I have been harmed by chemicals and it has totally changed my life as to what I am able to do and where I can go and if I can keep this from happening to someone else, I will keep giving alternative ideas. I try to give information for people to consider and be able to make a decision they feel is right for them. Not everyone is aware of what is in some products and I realize some don't care to know, but for those who do they can take my information into consideration if they so desire.

[OutandAbout]

Congrats on the new to you trailer. Many happy camping adventures to you. Linda

[longdog2]

I'm very happy with the memory foam I put on my mattress. It made a huge difference. Before you even think about buying a different mattress, you would need to carefully measure the one you have. RV beds are often odd sizes. Also, remember that whatever mattress you end up with, it will be on a platform rather than a box spring so it would feel different than it would on a bed in your house. I think most RVers add the memory foam for comfort. Just be sure to let it air out. Happy slumbers!

[ellenw]

Nancy - It's beautiful! So fun for you.

[Echo]

I love that free standing dinette!!! I i know that with the booth dinette you have extra storage but I drool over the table and chairs. Sure wish I could see it in person!!!

[Nasoosie]

Nancy - It's beautiful! So fun for you.

Ellen, I just LOVE little Trucker! What kind of poochie is he? Looks like a poodle-type, maybe! So squeezable-looking!

And Welcome to the forum, by the way!

[Travelinana]

Ellen, I just LOVE little Trucker! What kind of poochie is he? Looks like a poodle-type, maybe! So squeezable-looking!
And Welcome to the forum, by the way![/quote]

Hey Soos, you're on my thread talking about that cute little dog...you're supposed to be telling me how you love Lady Bird

[Echo]

Ellen, I just LOVE little Trucker! What kind of poochie is he? Looks like a poodle-type, maybe! So squeezable-looking!
And Welcome to the forum, by the way!

Hey Soos, you're on my thread talking about that cute little dog...you're supposed to be telling me how you love Lady Bird [/quote]



I like that little poochie too! He's a cutie for sure!

[kdmac]

You are going to love it! Your rear-living floor plan and total layout is nearly identical to mine only yours is "newer" and I like your "appointments" better; your kitchen cupboards are lovely. I bought my 2011 in December of 2010 and have been full-timing in it ever since. I have not had one day where I regreted that, not one single day. It is like living in a small apartment although plenty of room and tons of window viewing all the way around. The neat thing is that we can take our apartment and live anywhere we want, for as long as we want. Mine is also a "light-weight" and I treat it like a doll house. Ever so gentle and careful with things. It's funny, your little home becomes your friend, you get attached.

[Travelinana]

You are going to love it! Your rear-living floor plan and total layout is nearly identical to mine only yours is "newer" and I like your "appointments" better; your kitchen cupboards are lovely. I bought my 2011 in December of 2010 and have been full-timing in it ever since. I have not had one day where I regreted that, not one single day. It is like living in a small apartment although plenty of room and tons of window viewing all the way around. The neat thing is that we can take our apartment and live anywhere we want, for as long as we want. Mine is also a "light-weight" and I treat it like a doll house. Ever so gentle and careful with things. It's funny, your little home becomes your friend, you get attached.

KD, I have thought about you alot especially since buying a bumper pull. I might be asking for your phone number while I'm in the learning process. If I hadn't known some of my forum friends were doing it this way I probably wouldn't have had the nerve.
Let us hear from you more.