Being a first time parent to a four month old baby, I'm always looking for eco-friendly, green, and safe baby items and products to expose my baby to. Here are some tips on creating a green nursery and maintaining the house.
Creating a green nursery:
Your baby will be spending lots of time sleeping so it's important to purchase a crib mattress made from organic cotton, wool or natural latex. Another option is to cover the standard crib mattress with an organic wool mattress cover and organic cotton crib sheet.
As you're nesting and preparing for the nursery be sure to use paints that are low to no VOC. Also introducing a natural fiber rug made of wool or cotton is a great and simple way to add some softness to the room especially if you have hardwood flooring.
Opt for baby toys and items (especially ones that will be going into the babies mouth) that are BPA free or made of nontoxic materials like sustainable harvested wood or organic cloths. Also avoid items made from chemical-leaching and off-gassing plastics, especially ones with the numbers 1, 3, 6, and 7 which can typically be found on the bottom of the item.
Green cleaning tips:
Three basic items to keeping a home naturally clean and smelling fresh is baking soda, lemon and vinegar. For everyday cleaning, mix equal parts water and vinegar in a spray bottle and add some baking soda for when you need extra cleaning power but don't want to use too much elbow grease. To make a soft scrub, combine baking soda and castile soap. A great bleach alternative is lemon juice or hydrogen peroxide or baking soda. Using baking soda when doing laundry is also a great way to keep your clothes whiter, smelling fresher and softer. To polish your furniture mix a little bit of lemon juice and olive oil together and polish away.
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