I can just hear the jingle now: “Cotton, the fabric of our lives.” But is it really? For the most part, we focus primarily on looks, price and feel. Is this shirt in my favorite color? Is it within my budget? Does it feel right on my body? But when you think harder about it, you realize that these questions are only relevant to yourself. Shopping for a child is entirely different. This is your child. Your flesh and blood. Your whole world. Who cares about price? You would chop off your legs if it meant providing the best you can for that child.
The majority of clothes of made from cotton. We don’t think twice about it because that is what’s available. Moms are a little different. When you look into cotton as a material for clothing, you start to learn some unpleasant facts. What it comes down to is that conventionally grown cotton contain residual insecticides that can be harmful to baby. As adults our immune systems are much stronger so residual poison doesn’t have bad effects. For an infant that hasn’t been on Earth for too long, these chemicals could be bad.
So, what’s a mom to do?
You don’t necessarily have to throw away all your cotton clothing right now. Rather, just put it aside until baby is stronger and can handle such products. Until then, you’ll want to dress baby in something that is going to be comfortable yet not pose any threats to his or her health. This means purchasing baby clothes, bibs, etc. in organic materials. This can include hemp, bamboo, wool, cashmere or even organic cotton. These materials are safe for both mom and baby so you won’t have to worry about an unpleasant surprise occurring.
I know you may be overwhelmed with the joy of having a brand new baby in your life. Really, it’s an exciting moment for you that should be cherished and celebrated. But as a mom, you have to always put your kid’s health first. A healthy baby is a happy baby. This saying hasn’t become a cliché because it’s wrong. Get your kids the best products on the market by purchasing bibs, nursing covers and more at Sew Green Mommy. We use products that are good for mom and baby as well as the environment so your kid can have a beautiful world awaiting them as they grow older. Contact us today to learn more about the products we offer.
Written by: Amy Gabrielle Ortega
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