Plastic Free July: We Show You How To Choose Plastic Free With A Baby
Walk into any big box baby store and you’ll be overwhelmed by the amount of stuff made from plastic. From baby bottles and sippy cups to high chairs, dummies and baby bath tubs, not to mention all the items packaged in plastic: nappy cream, baby wash, baby lotion, wipes and all that. Is it hard […]
7 Natural Sleep Remedies To Help Your Child Get A Good Night’s Sleep
Does your child have trouble falling or staying asleep? Don’t worry, it’s not at all uncommon. Most children will struggle with insomnia at some point in their young lives. Studies indicate that as many as 1 out of 5 will experience insomnia and about half will have some type of sleep issue. Sufficient restorative sleep is […]
Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs) And Radiation: What You Need To Know And How To Minimise Exposure
Electromagnetic hypersensitivity isn’t a recognised medical diagnosis. But don’t we all know (or have heard of) at least one person who gets a headache every time he takes a call on his mobile? Or someone who swears she gets dizzy when she walks into a room where there’s WiFi? Are EMFs and radiation really affecting […]
19 Creative Indoor Play Ideas For Toddlers and Preschoolers
It’s raining and cold again outside. You don’t want to go to the park or an indoor play centre, but how do you keep your toddler engaged and entertained? Well, you’ve come to the right place! We’ve collected 19 creative play ideas for toddlers and older children. They’re easy to set up, and will keep […]
Toxic Living: Bubble Bath
Bubble bath isn’t an essential skincare product in the way that say, toothpaste is. But it makes bathtime fun for little ones, and feels luxurious and relaxing for adults. But before you pour a capful of bubble bath into the bath, think about this. A bubble bath is not a ‘wash off’ product like shampoo […]
Shopping Guide: Safe Soft Toys And Comforters For Baby
Toys serve an important role in child development. Through play, they make children happy, keep them engaged, and teach them about themselves and the world around. Soft toys also serve as comfort objects and sleep buddies. In a perfect world, all toys would be safe and parents wouldn’t have to worry about toy recalls and […]
How To Wash Soiled Baby Clothes
I had a customer ask me recently about the best way to wash soiled baby clothes and sheets. Now, with baby’s sensitive skin, you want to use only the mildest, most natural products you can find. But because you also want clothes and sheets to be really clean, the products you use have to actually […]
How Simple Toys Make Your Baby Smarter
Christmas is around the corner, and you’re starting to think about gifts for your little ones. But before you hand over your hard earned cash for the latest ‘educational’ electronic toy, think about this. Simple toys actually make for smarter babies. That’s right. Those old fashioned wooden blocks and stacking toys are actually better for […]
Biggest Ever Natural Nappy Creams Cheat Sheet
Some babies don’t need nappy rash creams at all. Some need them at every nappy change. And some babies only need them when they’ve got a bit of a red bottom. But as nappy creams are one of the products that you use most with a baby, it’s really important that you use one that’s […]
How to Choose a Non Toxic Nappy Rash Cream
Some babies don’t need nappy rash creams at all. Some need them at every nappy change. No matter what your baby needs, here’s how to choose a non toxic nappy rash cream. Why do you need to use a nappy cream on your baby? Nappy creams are designed to: Protect baby’s skin from wetness Reduce […]