Parents may not normally consider clothing to be a chemical danger but considering that from field to factory most fabrics, even fibers occurring in nature, will be exposed to toxins; the choice of safe fabric for clothing is important.

In the United States, for example, 25% of all pesticides are used on cotton crops. These pesticides get more concentrated yearly to combat resistant crop pests. After the cotton is harvested, that does not end the chemical exposure. To make the fibers suitable for spinning and weaving, more chemicals are added, then a type of formaldehyde is used to prevent shrinkage. Petrol dyes are used to color the fabric, then to ensure it is softer, non-flammable, unwrinkled, stain resistant, and moth repelling, additional chemicals are applied. This results in material that is not exactly suitable for swaddling a baby when compared to natural baby clothes.

These chemicals are embedded in the fiber of the fabric and do not rinse away with washing. Fabric is in direct and constant contact with an infant’s skin and the skin is the body’s largest organ. Pound for pound, childrens’ bodies are much more susceptible to toxin absorption than adults. Research indicates that children can have up to seven times the chemical levels of adults in their bodies.

Exposure to chemicals used in fabric growing and processing may be related to exponential increases in environmentally mediated diseases, including birth defects childhood cancers, asthma, allergies, learning disabilities, and neurological and developmental disorders. Over the past 35 years, leukemia and other childhood cancers have increased 20 percent. Breast cancer and infertility have risen as well as increased autism spectrum disorders. The causes of these medical issues may be traced to increased chemical exposure throughout the lifetime. A simple solution is as easy as choosing organic baby products as a level of insurance against toxic exposure to environmental chemicals.

Natural baby clothes from day one eliminates the potential risks associated with long term chemical exposure and give the parents peace of mind that their child is shielded from potential toxins.

Recent scares involving lead paint on toys and chemicals in plastics leaching into foods have raised serious concerns about many of the products our babies come in contact with. Unbreakable bottles that used to be deemed safe expose babies to hazardous BPA. Clothing, linens and even crib mattresses can expose children to a number of different toxins, chemicals and allergens. Baby furniture is often finished with paints or sealers with harmful ingredients. Most diapers are full of chlorine and other irritating chemicals.

When setting up a nursery, you must consider everything that will surround your baby. Chemicals and toxins in paint and carpet, furniture and linens, clothing and diapers, toys and bottles can all add up to unhealthy levels of exposure for a baby. Think of everything that your baby will touch, breathe or consume. Organic baby gifts help to reduce the toxic overload and create a healthy environment that can make a difference for your baby.

You know that whatever a baby can get her hands on will go right in her mouth. Toys, teethers, blankets, and clothing don’t just need to be clean, they need to be pristine. Organic baby gifts provide that extra level of assurance that precious little ones won’t be unnecessarily exposed to risk. OrganicBabyOasis.com offers a wide selection of natural and organic baby products that you will feel secure using, or proud to give to friends.

Our wide selection of organic bath products will soothe baby’s sensitive skin. Our clothing is made from natural and eco-friendly fibers that look and feel great. Our organic toys and teethers are safe for your baby, even when they end up in his mouth! We sell PVC and BPA-free bottles and food trays to ensure healthy feeding. We even have an extensive collection of organic and natural products to pamper Mommy too! Browse our collection to discover all the safe and natural alternatives available.

Natural toys are usually made with very simple materials following the principle of green chemistry, which is not only healthy for the environment and workers, but for people using the products as well. It feels safer after all to know that your child is using something that is as close to its natural form as possible and wasn’t made with the use of harsh, unnatural chemicals. Babies will teethe on toys as well, so knowing that a toy does not have harsh ingredients and follows strict health and environmental standards is a good feeling.

Having a baby does not mean that your old feelings about sustainability and protecting the environment have to be thrown out the window. It actually is just a slight challenge made easier by modern convenience. Organic, environmentally safe baby toys use less processing and create less waste during the manufacturing process. They are also more easily broken down over time and you will not have to feel responsible for buying something that will not break down for hundreds of years.

If you would like to instill good values on your children for the future, remember that starting as young as possible is the best way to introduce them to your ideas. If your children learn that they were raised with natural baby toys, they will see that their parents practice what they teach. They will also have the possibility of telling friends once they get older about the importance of sustainability and being responsible stewards of the Earth.

Though many natural baby toys will not be quite as exciting as competitors’ electronic, bright, plastic, talking, moving, robotic toys, natural toys encourage a strong imagination. Your child’s brain can grow and think more effectively this way as the mind will always have to be engaged.

Green toys are safe and far superior in many aspects to their well-advertised competitors. They will give you a piece of mind that is difficult to have as a young parents. Knowing your child is safe and that you are keeping the Earth safe is a great reward.

After the scary recalls on the toys made in China, many people began to explore safe alternatives for their babies and children. I know many of my friends began to question, “Do I know what my children’s toys are REALLY made out of?” and most importantly, “How can I make sure that I don’t put my baby at risk?”. One surefire way to avoid any of these toys with dangerous chemicals is to only purchase organic baby toys.

Unlike any other toys out there on the market today, those  that are truly organic can ensure that they:

• Are not treated with any pesticides, herbicides or insecticides
• Are chemical free
• Will not irritate your baby’s skin
• Are made from 100% organic products including: corn, cotton, wool and more.

Organic baby toys can be found that are almost identical to their regular counterparts.  There are plush toys in all shapes and sizes including: bearsm frogs, monkeys, ducks, bunnies and much more.  They may include a squeaker component to them as well that babies just love!  Often they are made with a natural filling such as corn and are painted with vegetable inks.

Furthermore, there are many organic baby rattles and organic baby teethers.  As your baby’s most often used toys choosing an organic one is a very wise decision.  Although the teethers aren’t all made out of cotton they are typically assured to be BPA, PVC, phthalate and nitrosamine free which is the highest standard available today.

With the growing influx of organic products, it’s not an option to choose these; it is an absolute necessity.  They aren’t much more expensive than other products and there are a decent selection out there.  If you’re just getting ready for your baby fill up your registry with organic baby toys and if you’re just looking for their next favorite toy, why not make it organic?

You may have heard the statistic that the average person spends 30% of their life sleeping. When you first let this sink in it’s a startling statistic and also a great selling point for Tempurpedic beds, =). Whereas that might be a large number for adults, babies have a more shocking statistic. The average baby will spend the first year or two of their lives sleeping almost 70% of the time. The most important items you can research for your child are those that will surround them most frequently which is often their bedding.

Many people are comfortable purchasing a traditional 100% cotton blanket for their baby and move on. The truth behind cotton is that it is mostly treated with very harsh chemicals after being grown naturally. Often a horrific chemical, formaldehyde is used to prevent wrinkles from forming and there aren’t provisions limiting the amount of the chemicals that should be used. As a result, you’ll see the babies react to these chemicals in the form of a rash, irritation and even possibly respiratory problems. The only way to be sure that you are providing the best environment for your child is to use an organic baby blanket.

Organic baby blankets are typically made from 100% organically-grown cotton. By nature organic cotton is free of chemicals, dyes, preservatives, pesticides and insecticides. An organic baby blanket is known to be naturally hypoallergenic which is a crucial factor when shopping for any baby products let alone one that touches skin often.

One shouldn’t stop shopping at the blankets however, as it’s important to certify that everything in the crib is safe which is why organic baby bedding sets are the best route to go.  Often comforters are filled with organic wool for a natural warm but breathable insulator.  Another great feature of wool is that is serves as a natural flame retardant to keep your baby safe without chemicals.  Another material, bamboo fibers are found in many organic cloths that comprise the various aspects of bedding including mattresses, bumpers and sheets.

We will go into more detail about these aspects of organic baby bedding in future articles but in the meantime the best place to start is with an organic baby blanket.