Childbirth is a beautiful moment of new life. But we are living in an era where we look at that starting point from a broader perspective and consider sustainable choices. What is sustainable childbirth? While exploring the meaning, we would like to focus on clothing and cosmetics among childbirth preparations.
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The first step is baby clothes. The baby’s skin is more sensitive and weak than ours. Therefore, you need to be careful when choosing clothing products that come into direct contact with the skin. Natural materials minimize irritation to the skin. Organic Cotton is a fabric made from cotton grown in soil without chemical fertilizers or pesticides. 100% pure cotton certified by the International Organic Textile Standards Association (GOTS) can be safely used on baby skin. It is also necessary to check whether the fluorescent whitening agent has been treated. Called white poison, the substance can have a harmful effect on babies’ skin.
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Of course, choosing cosmetics is also important. Most baby cosmetics brands use only EWG green-grade ingredients that have been proven to be safe, so you can trust them and choose them. However, there has been controversy over infant cosmetics in recent years. Some products contain artificial fragrances and parabens preservatives that are harmful to the human body, raising anxiety among pregnant women. To prevent this, it is recommended to check the purchase phone app or the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety’s cosmetics ingredient dictionary to see if it contains harmful ingredients.
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Also, the choice of baby bottle cleaner is not frivolous. Recently, a lot of attention has been needed due to the problem of humidifier disinfectant ingredients in baby bottle cleaners. Fortunately, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety’s investigation found no dangerous substances in most kitchen detergents distributed in Korea. But if you still have concerns, it’s also a good idea to consider alternative detergents like baking soda, citric acid and vinegar.
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We must not forget that considering sustainable choices when preparing to welcome a baby like this means more to our small efforts. Please choose wisely while thinking about the future of the earth along with your baby’s health.
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