Our Kapok filling material offers a sustainable and natural alternative to conventional fillings. Kapok is a plant-based fiber that is obtained from wild trees and does not require the use of chemicals. It is particularly light, breathable and hypoallergenic, making it ideal for your baby's sensitive skin. By choosing Kapok, you are not only choosing comfort, but also an environmentally friendly and pollutant-free product.
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Kapok as filling material in organic cotton nursing pillow
Our Minky Mooh nursing pillows made of organic cotton are filled with sustainable kapok. The natural fiber surrounds the kapok seeds in a 20 cm long fruit capsule. After harvesting, the capsules are opened and the kapok is dried in the sun. The kapok is then separated from the kapok seeds in a blower chamber. No further treatment steps are necessary.
The benefits of kapok
- No sweating, no heat build-up: The kapok fiber wicks away moisture and ensures pleasant heat and moisture regulation.
- Breathable and water-repellent: The natural fiber traps a lot of air in its cavities, making it breathable and, thanks to the natural wax layer, also water-repellent. Even if something goes wrong, the kapok stays clean.
- Temperature regulating: Kapok cools in summer and warms in winter. This means that it always ensures an optimal climate for you and your baby.
- Low noise: Nursing pillows with microbeads rustle on the ear and can feel uncomfortable when resting your head on them. Kapok is noiseless, soft and gentle.
- Memory foam effect: Nursing pillows with microbeads often create hollows. Kapok, on the other hand, gives way gently and then returns to its original state. The memory foam effect ensures that the pillow always adjusts to you and your baby.
- A companion for years: Many children use the nursing pillow even after they are toddlers, e.g. as a bed border or for cuddling.
- Sustainability: Kapok is harvested from wild trees and does not contain any pesticides or other pollutants.
Kapok vs. EPS microbeads
Kapok is a natural, plant-based fiber obtained from wild trees, while EPS microbeads are made from plastic. Kapok is not only environmentally friendly, biodegradable and free from harmful substances, but also hypoallergenic and breathable. In contrast, EPS microbeads are often unsustainable, can contain harmful substances and are less breathable. In addition, microbeads rustle when moving, while kapok remains silent and offers more natural comfort - ideal for babies and environmentally conscious parents.
What our customers say about our Kapok
Very good quality and 1.5 packages were enough to refill our nursing pillow that we have been using for almost 4 years.
I replaced the filling of my Theraline Stillmond with this filling and I am thrilled.
I filled my pillows with it and it is very comfortable to sleep on, very soft and smells good. A great product.
Kapok filled nursing pillows
Our range includes the XXL nursing pillow for extra comfort at home and the small nursing pillow, which is perfect for on the go and when travelling. Both types of pillow are designed to give you the support you need by enabling an ergonomic position when breastfeeding and at the same time providing relief for the neck and shoulders. You can also tie our XXL nursing pillow together at both ends, creating a baby nest in which your baby can sleep comfortably.
Tested quality by Prüfengel
Our organic nursing pillow with kapok filling was tested by the German Institute for Product Testing and received 96 out of 100 possible points, which corresponds to a grade of 1.2. The appearance, material properties, size, shape, sustainability, price-performance ratio and practical testing were all tested.
Tested quality by Prüfengel
Our organic nursing pillow with kapok filling was tested by the German Institute for Product Testing and received 96 out of 100 possible points, which corresponds to a grade of 1.2. The appearance, material properties, size, shape, sustainability, price-performance ratio and practical testing were all tested.
FAQ – Everything you need to know about Kapok
What is kapok?
Kapok is a natural plant fiber obtained from the fruit of the kapok tree. These trees grow wild and do not require pesticides or fertilizers. Kapok is particularly light, breathable and environmentally friendly.
What advantages does kapok offer over synthetic filling materials?
Kapok is a sustainable alternative to synthetic fillers. It is hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, lightweight, breathable and completely natural. Unlike synthetic materials such as microbeads, it is biodegradable and free of harmful substances.
Is kapok suitable for allergy sufferers?
Yes, kapok is hypoallergenic and resistant to dust mites, making it ideal for babies and people with allergies or sensitive skin.
Is kapok environmentally friendly?
Absolutely. Kapok is obtained from wild trees that grow without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Kapok is also 100% biodegradable and leaves no negative footprint on the environment.
How does kapok feel?
Kapok is exceptionally soft and light, making it an ideal filling material for nursing pillows and other baby products. At the same time, it offers a supportive but not too firm structure that adapts optimally to the body.
Is kapok durable?
Yes, kapok is very durable. Thanks to its natural elasticity and resilience, kapok retains its shape even after prolonged use and remains fluffy and supportive.
Why is kapok better than conventional filling materials such as down or microbeads?
Kapok is a natural and ethical alternative to down, which requires animal resources, and microbeads, which are made from plastic. It offers the same or even better insulating properties, but is much more environmentally friendly, animal-friendly and sustainable.
How do I properly care for a nursing pillow with kapok filling?
The kapok filling itself should not be washed as it could lose its fluffy structure. It is advisable to air the nursing pillow regularly to maintain freshness. The cover, however, can easily be machine washed.
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