Breastfeeding and Deodorants

Most commercial deodorants are rife with chemicals and artificial fragrances, including parabens, which are potentially harmful. Think carefully about what you apply to your skin, especially when breastfeeding as your baby will be breathing the air very close to your armpits.

Opt for a ‘natural’ and organic deodorant instead, such as that from Green People, or a Crystal deodorant. However, having tried the spectrum of natural deodorants personally, for me there is a clear winner, however ‘quirky’ it might sound!…. Sprinking a little Bicarbonate of Soda onto the armpits really does work a treat! Applied every morning with a powder brush, it will keep you smelling fresh all day, without the chemicals! Once I tried this cheap and cheerful (and fairly obvious when you think about it!) option, I never looked back. Give it a try!

Soothing Nappy Rash

A tablespoon of Bicarbonate of Soda in with your babies bath water is a good way to naturally soothe the skin.

Warm Washable Wipes 

If using washable wipes, it is often better to wet as required to keep them fresh, and keeping a tub or spray bottle handy ready to wet them is a great idea. However, if you want to use warm water, a thermos flask will keep your water warm and ready and will save you having to keep running the tap to get hot water. Fab!

For more info on washable wipes see here.

 The All Purpose Natural Cleaner

Forget Cillit Bang, there is a much simpler, cheaper and chemical free alternative probably already in your cupboards! Simply fill a spray bottle with water, add a splosh of distilled white vinegar (found in the supermarket) and a splash of lemon juice and spray away! Vinegar is a powerful disinfectant and deodoriser and this combination can be used pretty much anywhere around the home- a true mulit-purpose cleaner, and without the fear of harmful chemicals being around your baby!

Washing Nappies and Vinegar

A splash of white vinegar in the rinse cycle of your nappy wash equalises the pH balance and has been reported to help prevent nappy rash.

Tumble Drying Nappies

If you need to use a tumble drier, a dry towel in with the nappies will speed up drying time!

Soaking Nappies

An over-night soak in a solution of water and Bicarbonate of Soda will cut out any ammonia smell and help to keep your nappies white and stain free!