It has been researched over the years that SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) may be linked to mattress toxins. Chronic illness and mattress toxins have also been connected. I am not suggesting that mattress toxins are the cause of IC, but, every added toxin in your direct environment can be a contributing factor in your unwellness. This is an interesting link: http://www.chem-tox.com/guest/guestbook.html