The Pros and Cons Of Organic Baby Clothes

My kids sometimes wear organic clothing, and for the last 4 years I have been selling organic baby clothes, and read many articles about the benefits of organic baby clothes. My philosophy has always been taking a pragmatic approach to making organic or ethical choice. Keeping within your means and doing just a little, but a complete lifestyle change, if that's all you can afford.

But what are the real benefits of organic clothing for babies and are there any down side to the baby clothes in organic cotton. Based on my experience here are my practical advantages and cons for you and your baby. (There are others relating to the environment and cotton growers will not cover in this article .)

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Organic cotton is grown naturally, which means that there are more fibers to produce fabric that is pretty soft, which reduces the risk of rubbing and irritating your baby's skin. No formaldehyde (used as a finishing agent) is used, which can cause rashes and even asthma. Thus, organically grown cotton is better for those with allergies and chemical sensitivities. It's pretty widely known that babies under the age of about 2 have a much thinner skin than adults, making their skin more prone to absorb things, like nasty chemicals. Organic cotton is grown without the use of any chemicals and dyed with low impact colors so reduces the risk of unwanted chemicals absorbed into the bloodstream. such as organic cotton is pesticide free, and thus lower yields, the fibers are thicker. It seems more durable cotton and holds its shape better, even after repeated washings. This may mean that organic clothing has a great hand me down the potential, which is a better value in the long run. It was widely published by many eczema societies that organic cotton may help reduce the irritation of baby eczema, especially at night. Organic cotton smells clean, it really does! (You're not inhaling chemical odors)

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Price. Organic cotton on the face of it is undoubtedly more expensive in the short term. Availability. Not all stores stock organic cotton clothes, making it difficult for some to access the Internet. number of suppliers of organic baby clothes are still quite small, which can limit thechoice of of styles and designs . for washing in a detergent may somewhat reduce the benefits of chemical free.

Like most of the negatives you can always turn into a positive one, and my passion for ethical and organic products that you would not expect me to leave the counter without comment!

So, what can be done to reduce the impact of 'Cons'

price - shop around, buy during the sale and re-use their precious clothes for her other children, or even sell your baby clothes that no longer corresponds to

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Accessibility - shop online and take advantage of free delivery! Join natural parenting forums to get advice from other parents to where they buy their clothes.

Options - Find your favorite ethical and organic retailer and sign up for their newsletters to get in to notifications about new suppliers and expand the range as it happens all the time

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for cleaning - Use a non or artificial plant-based detergent and fabric softener, they will not add to their chemical count. Being pragmatic, buy cheap bibs to protect your child a beautiful organic beat, especially at meal times. Just like any valuable clothes, organic or not, you know the frustration when it gets bolognaise sauce on it!

Making the transition to organic cotton for your baby takes some thought, especially for most of us who watch what we spend. There are significant benefits for babies to be dressed in clothes organic cotton, but is expected to complete a wardrobe full of unrealistic for most.

My advice is to always start small and priorities. Clothing that is worn on the skin is more important than the outer layer so if you want to clothe your baby with organic cotton, then the organic baby vests and baby grows organically is a good place to start.