In France, mothers who choose cloth diapers do so for different reasons. Most of the time, it's because it's:
There are a lot of terms for cloth diapers. On the market, you are spoiled for choice between all-in-one, all-in-two kit, pack or bundle models, pocket diapers, molded versions and flat versions.
Depending on the brand, you can find a multitude of sizes, but also types of closures…
As with disposable diapers, washable diapers also come in different sizes, but the most common on the market are multi-size or one-size-fits-all .
The peculiarity of these diapers lies in the possibility of adjusting the size of the diaper significantly at the level of the waist and the circumference of the thigh.
This gives you the choice to make the size of the diaper larger or smaller depending on the size of the baby. These models are generally suitable for babies and children from 4.5 kg to 16 kg.
The cheap washable diapers are usually offered in two variants: those with Velcro closure systems and those with press studs.
The advantage of choosing velcro lies in its practicality, which is quite similar to that of a washable baby diaper. It is also faster to put on, because it is fixed by simple scratch. Its slight drawback is the length of the velcro which wears out faster than the snaps.
In the world of washable diapers, you can find yourself in front of different types of fibers. You have in particular the inserts in:
Rest assured, caring for a cloth diaper today is much easier today than it was 10 or 20 years ago. Especially favor the use of a hypoallergenic product to reduce allergy problems.
If you opt for a washable diaper with inserts fitted with velcro systems, take care to close the velcro well towards the inner part of the diaper before washing it, otherwise the velcro may stick everywhere .
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The ingredients and utensils of the multi-purpose cleaner:
* To be chosen according to your preferences (alone or in combination): tea tree , true lavender , citron , radiated eucalyptus , peppermint , Scots pine p >
Multi-use cleaning spray recipe:
Pour 380 ml of lukewarm water into your spray bottle, add the 20 ml of liquid black soap, the 100 ml of white vinegar. Close your spray bottle and shake. Let cool for 5 minutes before adding your 40 drops of essential oils. Shake again, and it's ready!
Usage: spray your multi-purpose cleaning spray and rub with a damp sponge or cloth. Ideal for surfaces such as enamel, stainless steel, plastic, glass, and hobs. However, avoid using it on surfaces such as wood, aluminum, or waxed, painted or lacquered surfaces. Store your bottle away from heat and light for better efficiency.
Precautions for essential oils
The use of essential oils is strongly discouraged in the presence of babies, pregnant or breastfeeding women. In this case, remove the essential oils from the recipe.
Essential oils authorized from the 2nd trimester of pregnancy and for breastfeeding women: tea tree, true lavender, lemon, radiated eucalyptus
Essential oils prohibited throughout pregnancy and breastfeeding: peppermint, Scots pine
Molecules making up essential oils: linalool, geraniol, citronellol, limonene. They are not allergenic in themselves, but can be poorly tolerated by people with sensitive skin.
We are committed to providing healthy alternatives for you and your family. For example, with the Etamine du Lys, Harmonie Verte and Lérutan brands. You can also make your own homemade laundry recipe !
To make your homemade liquid detergent you will need:
Mix your Marseille soap in small pieces with the soda crystals in a bowl. Then pour the liter of hot water on these two ingredients. Mix with a wooden or stainless steel spoon or spatula. Then add the baking soda and stir. Then pour your detergent into a glass bottle using a funnel.
]]>In an increasingly polluted world, we cannot imagine that our interior is full of substances dangerous for our health, and even less in the household products that we use. make one think more of cleanliness than of toxicity. Phosphates, whitening agents, parabens, endocrine disruptors, synthetic fragrances, irritating and corrosive substances ... A cocktail that is scary. But do not panic! We have compiled a list of substances to avoid for you so that you can see more clearly.
In detergents, there are a few substances to avoid, among them sulphates, dyes and isothiazolinones. Find the complete list in our article Why choose a natural detergent?
Substances toxic to our health:
- Hydrochloric acid: corrosive, irritating to the skin and the lungs
- Oxalic acid: corrosive, irritant to eyes and skin
- Sulfamic acid: irritant
- Formic or methanoic acid: corrosive
- Acetone: toxic to the blood, kidneys, nervous system, skin
- α-hexyl-cinnamic aldehyde: irritant
- Alcohols, ethoxylated, C9-C11, 6 OE, C10: irritating to skin and eyes
- Ammonia: irritating to eyes, throat, skin and lungs
- Quaternary ammonium: irritant, allergen
- Benzene: possible carcinogen
- BHA (oubutylated hydroxyanisole) and BHT: endocrine disruptors
- Butane: neurotoxic
- Butoxyethanol: irritant, possible carcinogen
- Butylphenyl methylpropional: allergen
- Chloroform: toxic solvent suspected of being carcinogenic
- Cyclopentasiloxane: endocrine disruptor
- DAE (diethanolamine), MEA (monoethanolamine, 2-aminoethanol), TEA (triethanolamine): possible carcinogens, irritants to the lungs, skin and eyes < / span>
- Sodium dichloroisocyanurate dihydrate: corrosive, irritating to eyes, skin, lungs
- Diethyl phthalate: carcinogen, endocrine disruptor - can be hidden under the name fragrance if the product is not certified organic
- Ethanolamine: corrosive, irritating to the skin and the lungs
- Ethoxydiglycol (DEGEE): corrosive, irritating to the skin and the lungs
- Nonylphenol ethoxylate: endocrine disruptor
- Soda hypochlorite: irritating to the skin
- Lyral (or hydroxyisohexyl 3 cyclohexene carboxaldehyde): very allergenic
- Sodium lauryl sulfate or Sodium laureth sulfate (SLS): irritating to the skin
- Sodium lauryl sarcosinate (sodium N-Lauroylsarcosinate or sarkosyl): irritant
- Sodium metasilicate pentahydrate: corrosive and irritant
- Parabens (Butylparaben, Propylparaben or propyl parahydroxybenzoate): endocrine disruptors
- Perfumes, fragrance: if they are not labeled organic, they are potentially allergens and endocrine disruptors
- Hydrogen peroxide: irritant, corrosive, dangerous when mixed (acids, ammonia)
- Propane: toxic to the blood, kidneys, nervous system, skin
- Phenoxyethanol: allergenic, irritant, disturbsur endocrine
Substances toxic to our health and the environment:
- Sulfamic acid: irritant, corrosive, toxic to aquatic organisms
- Alkyl ethoxylates: irritant, toxic to aquatic organisms
- Alkyl dimethyl amine oxide: irritant and dangerous for the environment
- Benzisothiazo-linone: irritant, allergenic, toxic to aquatic organisms
- Didécylmethyl-ammonium chloride: irritant, corrosive, promotes the appearance of resistant microorganisms
- EDTA: low biodegradability
- Formadhyde: pollutant, irritant and carcinogen
- Sodium hydroxide: irritant, corrosive, potential threat to flora and fauna
- Sodium hypoclorite: corrosive and dangerous for the environment (present in bleach)
- Lodopropynylbutyl carbamate: allergenic, irritant, corrosive, very toxic to aquatic organisms
- Sodium metaperiodate: irritant, corrosive, toxic to aquatic organisms
- Methylchloroisothiazolinone: very allergenic, very toxic to aquatic organisms
- Methylisothiazolinone: very allergenic, very toxic to aquatic organisms
- Trisodium nitrilotriacetate (NTA): possible carcinogen, toxic to aquatic organisms
- Phosphate: decreases the oxygen needed by marine life
- Phosphonates: toxic to aquatic organisms
- Polycarboxylates (PCA): low biodegradability
- Triclosan: endocrine disruptor, irritant to the skin and eyes, toxic to aquatic organisms
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You will find several fabrics that make up the slings on our site:
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- Cotton twill woven to go from birth to walk : as with Néobulle which is made in France, as well as Colimaçon span >
This carrying method is really useful from birth for a front carry then on the hip before moving to the back. On the hip means that the baby will have his 2 legs on each side of the wearer in order to widen his field of vision. The sling is particularly suited to this position.
- Very pleasant fine fabric ideal for newborns
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- Without sewn pleats so deployable flaps and volte on the shoulder possible
- Bulline model with sewn pleats or Neo sling with unstitched pleats.
- Various colors for all tastes
- 100% French
- Unstitched pleats, pan to deploy on the shoulder
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- Plain colors
Stretch scarves allow you to prepare the knotting on you before installing baby. This is for example the case of the scarves Je Porte mon bébé (JPMBB) with its two flagship models: the Basic and the 'Original. But this is also the case with the Boba brand.
Specificities of Je Porte Mon Bébé stretch scarves
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BASIC template:
- Stretch cotton and elastane
- One size fits all
- Possibility to tie the basic knot before installing baby
- Width 50 cm ideal for the little ones, front and hip carry
- Fabric thinner and less heavy than the Original model
ORIGINAL template:
- Contrasting colored pocket
- Expandable to cotton and elastane base
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Specificities of the Boba Wrap knitted scarf
- Stretch cotton and elastane
- One size fits all
- Possibility to tie the basic knot beforebaby installation
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They can be plain cotton or with jacquard patterns, for something more worked into cotton. You will find many models among the brands Néobulle , Colimaçon and Storchenwiege . A good woven twill scarf will allow you to carry it safely. Most scarves are 70cm wide and vary in length. We will favor a length of about 4m60 to adapt all the knots on almost all sizes of carriers. With a short scarf for example 3m60, we will rather opt for the ventral or dorsal kangaroo or the hip carry. No need to buy a 5m20 scarf you wouldn't know what to do with the rest;)
The woven scarf can be worn with a single layer of fabric on the baby's back which allows it to be used in winter and summer. From a color point of view, as a beginner you will find it easier to tie a striped scarf so you can spot fold by fold with the help of colors.
Colimaçon twill scarves
- 100% French
- organic cotton
- solid colors for a sober and chic look
Storchenwiege twill scarves
Very old German brand known for its striped colors.
Néobulle scarves
Simple twill:
- 100% French
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- different striped or plain colors
Jacquard:
- 100% French
- jacquard model with more elaborate designs
- finer and more pleasant fabric
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It requires fewer knotting techniques than a scarf and allows the baby to install more quickly while preserving the physiological aspect of the wearer and the wearer. Some mei tai are adjustable at the level of the wearing seat so that they can be worn from 2 or 3 months and others are not. In the latter case the mei tai will be usable rather around 6 months (on average). The small Chinese-inspired square will give you the option to wear on the side too.
The offer has grown considerably by offering adjustable mei tai at the level of the baby's seat, which makes it possible to maintain a physiological posture. The adjustment is most often done by small cords to tighten at the bottom of the apron or pressures.
We find in this category the Hop-Tye from at Hoppediz Or even the evolu'bulle from Néobulle . In adjustable mei tai we also find the Babycarrier from home Storchenwiege which is a hybrid because it has two sides as suspenders but a waist belt with clips like the preformed ones. It is also adjustable in terms of seat to accommodate a baby under 6 months. You will find non-adjustable Mei tai which will in this case be possible to use around the 6/9 months of the child like the BB Tai from Babylonia for example.
Some will have deployable straps so that the fabric can be spread over the shoulders. For others it will be padded shoulder straps. We find a mixture of the two with the evolubulle since it has padded shoulder straps and sides which end in deployable to "make" a seat or a reinforcement under the buttocks of the baby when it becomes heavier .
Some parents will prefer this type of babywearing because it is reassuring.
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The preformed has loops and clips and does not require knotting. It is actually usable as long as the child is able to grip their ankles and / or sit up.
This age will remain very variable in babies. Some can be worn around 5 months while others will have to wait 7 months ... So when is the sale of these preformed from birth? manufacturers recommend carrying a newborn with the help of the integrated panties or even a cushion for some.
In preformed, the portage on the side is possible but not on all the baby carriers. It will be necessary to watch to see if the straps unclip so that they can already be crossed in the back in front portage and especially to be able to place them so as to carry on the hip like the Manduca or the Physiocarrier of JPMBB for example. Carrying on the side with this kind of tool is not very practical because the padded shoulder straps can be awkward for the wearer. The installation is not the easiest either.
The physiological preformed pleases parents enormously because it is the one that most visually resembles the baby carriers that parents are used to finding in stores. It's a bit like the principle of the backpack: an apron, two padded shoulder straps, a lap belt and everything closes with clips. A real quick installation especially for a child who is already walking and / or a parent who does not or no longer want to tie a sling.
Advantage: no knotting
Disadvantage: real optimization of the installation around 5/6 months.
However, there are preforms sold with a reduction system or birth panties (Manduca) or cushion (for the ergobaby or the physiocarrier).
The preformed easily replaces the mountain backpack which ultimately weighs more heavy and does not allow close wearer / worn contact. The parent's balance will be preserved with a preformed.
The choice of the preformed
There are quite a few preformed products on the market and despite the online comparisons that we find it will be preferable to be able to try in the workshop or with a person already in possession of one of these preforms.
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A real port, quick and easy to install. It is said to be extra because it relieves the wearer.
However, it does not free both hands like a classic carry because one hand must be placed at the top of the baby's back for support.
It is a great tool for swimming in the pool or in the sea, going back to school etc.
Here are the recommended extra carrying methods:
TONGA |
100% French |
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HOP'LA NEOBULLE |
100% French |
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AQUABULLE NEOBULLE |
100% French |
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BOBA AIR |
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There are two main reasons to favor zero waste alternatives: first, as its name suggests, zero waste reduces its impact on the environment and take care of the planet. While zero waste mainly has an ecological dimension, it also saves a lot of money in many areas: at home, in the kitchen, in the bathroom, in baby's belongings, etc. In this article, you will find our tips for adopting a few zero waste actions. Good to know: in France, 23% of plastics, 71% of glass and 88% of cardboard and paper are recycled.
Did you know? Plastic is created from petroleum and chemicals. There is also a seventh "continent" on Earth, made up entirely of plastic waste! We call this horror “continent” because it is no less than 3.5 million km ². This area is located in the Pacific Ocean between Hawaii and California, an area to which plastics around the world have drifted. Besides being unsightly, this plastic monster is a big deal for fish. Some find themselves trapped in plastic and others grow up with a piece of plastic around them, and another alarming fact: some fish ingest it. Which means that for people on an omnivorous diet, plastic ends up straight ... on their plate!
Along with the kitchen, the bathroom is undoubtedly one of the places where we pollute the most, between disposable cottons, plastic packaging, hygienic protections, etc. . You will find in the table below the advantages of choosing one or the other option.
In the world of childcare, there are a few tips to produce less waste: glass or stainless steel bottles, washable diapers, compostable wipes or washable wipes. In addition to being free of BPA, phthalates and toxic materials, glass or stainless steel bottles have the advantage of being more environmentally friendly than their plastic cousins. Opting for cloth diapers means choosing a greener lifestyle: you need between 4000 and 6000 disposable diapers versus 20 washable diapers to keep baby clean until full independence. If it is an ecological alternative, it is also a way to make real savings (between 1000 and 2000 € approximately until the cleanliness)! Washable wipes also allow real savings. By starting with 50 packs of 80 wipes per year (€ 3 per pack), i.e. around 100 packs up to cleanliness, you can save up to € 250 by opting for the Emma's trends washable baby wipes kit .
In the kitchen, there are many tips for reducing waste. Starting with the plastic bottles that you can replace with glass or stainless steel bottles. Rather than using a paper towel at the slightest task on the table or the floor, prefer washable towels, just as effective! Nothing better than a fruit compote to taste it, but what if you tried reusable gourds? In addition to having a fun design, they are practical and ecological!
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Before going into the details, let's see how a washable diaper is made, we will then see the specifics (TE1, TE2, TE3, Insert, Poche, Booster etc ... )
The layer is made up of 3 parts:
Now that we have the 3 large parts of the diaper we will differentiate several models depending on how the absorbent part fits into the washable diaper .
The TE1 washable diaper is the simplest diaper on the market. The absorbent part is directly sewn into the waterproof part. So we put everything in the machine at each change.
Convenient because it doesn't require a lot of handling, it's a bit like having a disposable diaper that you wash every time. p>
The TE2 washable diaper is the most used diaper. Like the TE1, there is often an absorbent part sewn into the TE2 layer. However, this part constitutes a pocket in which you can add an additional absorbent insert which will increase the absorbency of the diaper.
Washable diapers are generally scalable in size (from 3kg to 15kg). Babies do not have the same needs when they grow up, so the absorbency of the cloth diaper can be adjusted as needed. It's also handy at night, to prevent leaks when less diaper changes.
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The TE3 washable diaper is the most flexible since the absorbent parts and the waterproof parts are completely separate. You therefore have an insert and a waterproof panty to assemble at each change. Even more true than for the TE2 the change of the waterproof part is not necessary for each change.
Not mandatory but which seems necessary to us, the disposable veils for washable diapers TE1 TE2 TE3 that we put last in the diaper allow all solid parts to be simply thrown away when changing. No need to scrape the insert or the bottom of the diaper, just put it in the trash.
A real “game changer” in the washable diaper routine.
There are 4 main subjects for the es Absorbent Inserts for Washable Diapers :
In the photo of hemp inserts , known for their high absorption capacity
From natural origin, drying time and absorption are average. It is the most used, but its manufacture is very expensive in water.
Bamboo inserts have very good absorption and very short drying time. It is also the most processed because it uses solvents to be processed into viscose.
The microfiber inserts , Despite an average absorption and a fast drying time, microfiber is the most recycled material. Be careful, however, it will have to be boosted quickly otherwise beware of leaks. It requires special attention to maintenance to avoid clogging.
The hemp inserts are very absorbent but take a long time to dry. Hemp is the green material for inserts because it grows very easily. Black point odors can persist and become cardboard when washed if the water is very hard.
Scalable diapers follow a child's growth from approximately 3kg to 15kg. You can adjust the size with several pressure levels.
Otherwise S / M / L / XL diaper sizes are available depending on your child's height and weight. They will need to be renewed when the child grows up. It is widely accepted that a child will need 2-3 sizes to get clean.
It is true that cloth diapers are larger than disposable diapers. But you have to qualify, there can be big differences depending on the types of diapers and the inserts you are going to put inside.
The TE1 for example are thicker than the TE2 with a hemp insert which is very absorbent.
The smaller the baby, the heavier the diapers will look. If you have trouble closing the bodysuits you can purchase body extender or body extender < / a>. These are clipped onto the usual closure of the body and allow you to gain a few sizes on the bodysuits when they get a little tight.
White body extension for babies (from € 1.90 a piece)
What equipment and what maintenance for your cloth diapers?
To switch to a 100% washable diaper with washing every 2 or 3 days, we recommend 20 to 25 TE2 diapers.
Vary the inserts by favoring large absorbers for the night (big butt effect!). For the day it depends on your child, for some the TE2 without insert will suffice, others will add a microfiber insert and for some it will take hemp each time.
Test some models before buying everything and do not hesitate to mix the solutions according to the situations (day, night, travel, vacation, nursery). span>
There are two main points to check when shopping for used diapers.
1- The rubber bands may have suffered and then it's the leak! Check the elastics carefully. If you are a handyman, you can change them to new ones.
2- Warning dirty layer. Maintaining diapers requires a bit of rigor, we'll talk about that below. If the diaper has been washed with Marseille soap, if it is gray or has stains, you will probably have to do several scrubbing baths (we will explain everything about scrubbing afterwards).
To find inexpensive cloth diapers, check out leboncoin, vinted or even facebook.
For those who wish, there are several facebook pages that connect parents with each other for the purchase of second-hand cloth diapers. This is a good way to get started inexpensively. You can also find plenty of advice and even help if you have any difficulties.
example: Cloth Diapers For All: Mutual Aid And Benevolence
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Sales-Trade-Purchase-Rental Cloth Diapers
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 167270576805308
You can sell your diapers yourself when they are finished.
Washable diapers and new inserts can be soaked for a dozen hours in cold water before first use. You can also machine wash them 2 or 3 times, in fact the fiber gains in absorption over time and the absorption becomes maximum after about fifteen washes.
So don't worry the first few times if the diapers fill up quickly, the capacity will increase with the washings!
Before first use, scrub the cloth diapers used
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Wash again at 60 ° C
Washable diapers should be clean, white, unstained, and odorless (wet or dry).
To store diapers between machine washes you will need:
The ideal is to put the dirty diapers in a washing bag that you will put in your waterproof trash. This will facilitate handling to put them in the machine.
We do not recommend storing your diapers in water, they will deteriorate faster and they will be more difficult to handle.
The element that seems necessary to us to use washable diapers is the disposable veil. Placed in the diaper between the insert and the baby, it collects the solids (stool). It allows you to throw them directly into the trash on the conlayer retention. If ever there are overflows, it is necessary with paper to wash the diaper as far as possible above the toilet for the solid parts then rinse it with cold water before storing it.
An average child will consume 6,500 diapers from birth to potty.
The total budget for disposable diapers will vary enormously depending on the brand you choose for diapers. On average the cost will be from 1200 € to 2500 € For disposable diapers. For washable diapers the estimated cost is around € 600.
The expenses incurred for disposable diapers are therefore twice as high as those for washable diapers.
It's not intuitive, especially when you start to look at the price of cloth diapers can be scary, but if you look closely at the overall cost over 3 years, you get there finds.
Beyond the budget to allocate to diapers, you have to understand that we will buy washable diapers at once and disposable diapers as and when. < / span>
If you want to equip yourself for 3-day washing cycles, you will need about twenty inserts and ten washable diapers. < / p>
This represents a minimum budget of 200 € to which must be added the special trash and a waterproof bag to store diapers as you go. p>
Let's count large 300 euros that we multiply by 2 to have another 3-day cycle and have time to wash and dry our equipment.
We find washable diapers at 600 € vs 1200 € for disposable diapers
Washable diapers represent a huge saving over 3 years, you just have to be aware of it to invest the necessary 600 euros from the start.
Another advantage is that we can sell our diapers when the child is clean.
An alternative to buying cloth diapers is renting. By typing on the internet “rental of cloth diapers” you will find several companies which have positioned themselves in this niche. The concept is interesting and can make it possible to test different types of TE1 TE2 or TE3 layers and to vary the colors. The advantage of renting is also the guarantee of having good equipment throughout the child's growth. Renting your diapers will also avoid having to advance the 600 euros we mentioned above.
Using reusable diapers is above all a responsible gesture towards the environment. Ecological because you consume less resources and generate less waste. It really is a very virtuous system for your child's environment and their planet of tomorrow.
It's great, but what are we actually saving?
Water:
Washable diapers 2416L & lt; 19833L disposable diapers
2416L is the water requirement to produce 24 washable diapers
19833L to make the 6,500 disposable diapers a child will need.
Of course, add the 83M3 of water needed to wash the cloth diapers. Or 83m3 against 120m3 for a disposable diaper.
Petroleum
Washable diapers 0kg & lt; 67kg disposable diapers
67kg of petroleum contained in disposable diapers
0kg of oil in the wash basins
the National Health Security Agency (ANSES) published a report on the composition of disposable baby diapers with a record once again very severe. Out of 23 references analyzed, all have exceeded the health thresholds for at least one chemical substance, even for the so-called "ecological" layers.
A clear statement that is cold in the back. We let you read the test of 60 million consumers:
https://www.60millions-mag.com/2018/09/01/test-de-couches-bebe-quand-l-absence-de- toxic-residues-12212
To wash your washable diapers without risk of soiling and without damaging them, they must not contain glycerin, fabric softener, bleach. Do not use stain remover and limit the quantity of product on each machine.
There are two solutions for "homemade" detergents:
To make your own homemade organic laundry suitable for cloth diapers, you will need:
Material:
It can happen that the detergent gets out of phase in the bottles, you just need to shake them to homogenize the mixture before using it.
It can also happen that your special diaper detergent becomes more and more pasty (hard), you can then add a little hot water and shake vigorously to rehydrate your laundry.
WARNING: if you want to wash clothes with this detergent, you will have to remove the soda crystals from the recipe otherwise your clothes will be visible. its whiten.
Otherwise, if you only use it for your child's cloth diapers, you can increase their effectiveness by adding two tablespoons of sodium percarbonate directly with the diapers in the machine. Your diapers will only be better disinfected and laundered.
Ecological detergents:
Compatible non-organic detergents:
Detergents not recommended:
You can buy cloth diapers mainly on dedicated or general websites, in baby or organic food stores, and organic salons. Some childcare chains such as Aubert or Bébé cash are starting to reference washable diapers.
While nurseries and day care centers are increasingly aware of the value of cloth diapers, it will still take a little time to achieve 100%. That said, some nurseries have gotten used to it and it works well, the feedback shows that the teams find the system ultimately simpler than they thought. Like at home, a certain protocol and an organizational routine have to be put in place, but it works quite well.
If this is not the case with your nursery, you will have to see your childcare center directly, but why not initiate the change with them. By discussing it you will certainly plant a seed to initiate change!
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With gluten
- Soft wheat (wheat) - Durum wheat
- Large spelled (or spelled)
- Rye
- Barley (hulled, pearl)
Lower gluten content (acceptable for those with mild intolerance but not for those with allergies)
- Kamut
- Small spelled
- Oats (technically no gluten, but a very similar molecule
Gluten free
- Corn
- Millet (common millet, fonio, teff, sorghum)
- Rice
And the "pseudo-cereals":
- Amarante
- Quinoa
- Buckwheat and kasha
The cereals offered are from organic farming , free of traces of pesticides, fertilizers and chemicals. After being sorted, peeled, shelled, the grains are (or not) crushed on a stone mill. The grinding is slow, without heat, preserving the nutritional properties of the cereal. The flours are not tampered with (addition of bleach or artificial enrichment of vitamins and minerals, removed during the refining of non-organic flours).
For info, in the classic industrial circuit, treatments follow one another, from seed to flour: chemicals for seed conservation, soil treatment (pesticides, weedkillers, insecticides, etc.), gassing of grains with preservatives for storage (in silos, for transport by boat). And we're not even talking about processed grain products!
The first time you walk into an organic store, you are struck by the cereals, flour, seeds, legumes departments… indeed, the way of eating offered by the organic sector gives pride of place to cereal and plant products, offering varieties that cannot be found in traditional supermarkets.
It is great fun to test these products, give it a try. And I would add that the prices are more than reasonable, for a certain quality benefit!
In particular, there are many "old varieties" in organic. But what is it? Agronomists and archaeologists try to trace the history of each grain (from the oldest to the most recent ), to explain its evolution. Since the Neolithic, growers have selected their best grains for the following seeds: the largest grains, the easiest to transform into bread, the plants with the best yields… Thus, the genetic heritage of cultivated plants has gradually evolved over the years. voluntary crosses or voluntary selections. The old varieties are therefore the "ancestors" of today's plants, and have the advantage of being resistant to diseases and parasites, developing more easily without fertilizers or synthetic pesticides. p >
"Hybrid" varieties are the result of voluntary crosses between several lines. The plants thus obtained are more vigorous and have better yields, corn being the most spectacular "emblem" (the ears have evolved from 2.5 cm for the plant cultivated 7000 years ago in South America to 30 cm today!). Add to this the increased yields and the progress of genetically modified seeds (O.G.M.), and we are witnessing a profound transformation of the agricultural sector!
Most cereals (wheat, rye, spelled, small spelled, rice) can come in whole, semi-complete (bise) or white form . With the exception of common wheat and corn, which do not require "shelling" to be eaten, other cereals carry "coated" grains: they must be shelled to then separate the edible grain from its husk, the "husk". Which is not edible. After this husking, the grain is said to be complete: it is still covered with a thin and brown skin, the bran is rich in proteins, vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids ... All good!
Then you can refine the cereals by abrasion (for whole grains) or by sieving (for flour). Depending on the treatment of the blanching, the cereal becomes semi-complete (brown wheat flour or semi-complete rice are a good compromise between nutritional interest and taste pleasure or intestinal tolerance) or white, which practically contains only starch.
They keep relatively well, but ... beware of parasites! I named the food moths (and weevil, but less calamitous) , which invade all the cupboards, even going so far as to contaminate unopened packages (yes yes, the larvae pierce plastic and packaging packages). Every year, on sunny days, the larvae (which have become encrusted everywhere!) Hatch and transform into a small gray butterfly…
Having been seriously injured myself (2-3 years of fighting the invader), here are a few tips:
- Be vigilant when buying (especially bulk, in organic stores, but also closed packages).
- Put everything in jar if possible (like a large glass jar), flour, seeds and cereals, hermetically sealed.
- If there is contamination… throw it away! Yes, I know, it hurts your heart, but not throwing out the contaminated products is exposing yourself to hell ... with loss of almost all the groceries in the kitchen if it escalates! span>
- Some people freeze suspicious products (or automatically after purchase) for a few days; this presents no health risk, given the very low rate of "available solvent water".
- To know that there are "anti moth pads" in organic stores, a kind of pheromone scotch ... once again, past a certain stage, it remains ineffective, especially since only males are attracted. There are other traps, such as a "collection box" ...
- Bay leaves are known to be effective, along with fenugreek seeds and lavender, to disperse in your kitchen
- Once the packages are put in an airtight box, clean the kitchen, floors, cupboards and even walls and ceilings (when I say that they stick everywhere, it is really everywhere, every nook!), with white vinegar for example.
- There is a solution that seems effective: introduce at home another variety of insect, the "trichogram", which is their natural enemy ... Reviews are welcome!
- All the same, avoid storing cereals, flakes or flour too long, to avoid their rancidity. So there you go: in a jar, in a cool place, protected from light and dry.
As with all other food families, we recommend consuming the most basic product possible , as "alive" as possible : here, it is the whole grain.
The flakes are not too far from the whole grain, so their nutritional value is more or less the same (the grains are precooked by steam and then flattened gently, sometimes quickly toasted in the oven to make them crisp). They can help out (thanks to their quick and practical side) and add something extra to a recipe, without however having the same "vitality" as whole grain.
L a "cream" is precooked flour, which will be useful for making sauces, porridge for children, dessert creams (cream of rice, wheat, oats…). It is cooked for a few minutes, diluted in broth or vegetable milk, thickening it over low heat.
The flour remains ideal for making cakes, clafoutis ...
It's no more difficult than cooking rice! They can be served in plain oatmeal (as an accompaniment to a vegetable or meat, fish…) or in a gratin, a salad, in vegetable pancakes…
Dose: counting 1 glass for 2 people is simple and approximate (80 to 100g per person)
Rinse: put the cereal in a bowl, pour water over it and stir before rinsing with a colander. This removes any dust, part of the starch from rice or the bitter saponin from quinoa ...
Soak: Long-cooking cereals will benefit from being soaked after rinsing, for 1/2 hour to overnight. Cooking will be shortened and the benefits of germination launched (activation of enzymes and elimination of phytic acid)
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For this recipe you will need:
Combine the oats in a bowl with the vegetable drink of your choice until they are slightly soft. Add the oilseeds, honey, oil and seeds. Spread everything on a baking sheet after having placed a baking sheet . Your muesli should not exceed 1cm in thickness, at the risk of not browning evenly. Bake at 180 ° C for 10 minutes. Stir from time to time so that all the preparation is golden brown. Take out of the oven and add the chocolate chips or dried fruit once cooled. Store it in an airtight glass jar for up to two weeks after preparation.
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In general, a washable diaper has the following elements:
Several names are possible but the most used are absorbent and insert. This is the part where baby's waste goes: urine and stool. Its role is therefore to absorb any liquid that is in this area, especially urine.
This is the scratch to tie on both sides of the baby.
In France, between 2 and 3% of parents use washable diapers for their babies. You have the choice between different inserts:
The ingredients of the recipe:
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- 25 g of organic powdered milk
- 5 tbsp of organic agave syrup
- 10 ml of organic sunflower or hazelnut oil
The chocolate spread recipe:
Place the oil, agave syrup and hazelnuts in a blender, and mix. Add the other ingredients and blend again until you get a smooth texture.
Your spread will keep for 1 month away from heat and light.
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Consuming raw vegetable and fruit juices helps span> prevent diseases like cancer.
At the present time, food intake is very poor in nutrients and lifestyles marked by drugs, pollution, coffee etc ... come to draw from our vitamins and minerals. The body clearly lacks essential nutrients for health. Juices are a great way to switch back to a less processed, more natural diet . Digestion is then easier. Juices will decrease your body's acidity and restore its acid-base balance. Juices from fresh vegetables and fruits allow consumption of all the nutrients they contain.
Raw vegetable and fruit juices are great for getting all the nutrients (minerals, vitamins and nutrients) without being denatured.
Indeed, when the vegetables (and sometimes the fruits, for example those which one puts in a pie) are cooked, these various elements are for some destroyed or denatured.
This is why it is better to make your own juices using a juice extractor which has a low speed of rotation (80 revolutions / minute) and not of a centrifuge, which has too high a speed of rotation (15,000 revolutions / minute).
The juice extractor preserves the enzymes and a good part of the vitamins.
Namely that juices bottled (even organic) sold in supermarkets are pasteurized juices for their preservation and which have lost all their nutritional qualities.
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For this recipe (about 8 pancakes) you will need:
- 125g of spelled flour *
- 2 eggs
- 20g of melted butter or 20ml of coconut oil
- 25cl of milk (vegetable or not)
- 30g of sugar (coconut or cane)
- 1 bag of vanilla sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp ** orange blossom or rum
* you can substitute spelled flour with rice or chickpea flour, which are completely gluten-free. Chickpea flour has the advantage of containing more protein.
** tbsp = tablespoon
In theory, essential oils are totally prohibited during pregnancy, and in the absence of advice from a therapist, it should be avoided. Although this is an excess of precaution, most essential oils are strictly prohibited during the first three months. Why ? Because they risk crossing the barrier of the placenta, posing a danger to the developing fetus and can even cause spontaneous abortions. Since essential oils are lipophilic and fat soluble, they can be found in fetal tissue and in breast milk for nursing mothers. However, some can be used from the 4th month, after consultation with a doctor / pharmacist: these are essential oils that do not close any toxic molecules.
Many drugs are prohibited during pregnancy, of course.groin essential oils can be helpful in relieving many ailments! They should be used only from the 4th month, and during breastfeeding, always on the advice of a professional. These are essential oils dominated by monoterpenols, monoterpenes and esters that can be used. Here are the least toxic essential oils, which can be used by the expectant mother, but always on medical advice:
Bergamot, Rosewood, Ho wood, Noble chamomile (Roman), Cardamom, Cistus ladanifère, Lemon zest, Eucalyptus radiata, Eucalyptus smithii, Geranium bourbon, Geranium rose, Ginger, Italian Helichrysum, Laurel bay, True lavender (fine), Matricaria (German chamomile), Mandarin zest, Marjoram with shells, Marjoram with thujanol, Niaouli, Neroli, Petitgrain bigarade, Sweet orange, Scots pine, Ravintsara, Tea tree, Thyme thujanol, Lemon verbena.
During pregnancy, use essential oils only by diffusion or massage, never orally. In massage, do not exceed 6 drops daily.
Essential oils prohibited for pregnant and breastfeeding women
Essential oils rich in ketones (neurotoxic in high doses), phenols (powerful but irritating anti-infectious molecules) or aldehydes are prohibited during pregnancy and throughout duration of breastfeeding. Here is the non-exhaustive list of essential oils to be avoided:
A il, B asilic, C Ceylon ringlet, C Atlas Cedar, C itronnelle (lemongrass), < b> C lou de clove, C yprès , E stragon, E lemon ucalyptus, E ucalyptus globulus, E mentholated ucalyptus, G February, M b > enthe fields, M peppery enthe, M green enthe, N nutmeg, O compact and vulgar rigan, P almarosa, R camphor omarin, R omarin officinal, R verbenone omarin, S auge officinale, T hyme with linalool, T hym with thymol. p >
For babies:
NEVER oral essential oils for children, unless recommended by a doctor. For babies, as for pregnant women, essential oils should be handled with extreme care, and always with a solid knowledge of essential oils and professional advice.
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In mom, thrush is sudden pain, itching, and irritation (redness) of the breast tip. The pain can be intense (some moms can't even stand their clothes anymore). Also stitches in the breast, radiating, during feedings (especially at the beginning), but also when the breasts "swell" with pre-milk. The mother may also have vaginal yeast infection.
< / span> Another sign that does not deceive: baby has thrush which appears in the form of white dots and a pink-red mucous membrane in the mouth. How can you be sure it is thrush? Just lightly scratch baby's tongue: if the small white spots disappear, they are food residues. If they remain, it is thrush that it is. A rather particular diaper rash (with white spots there too) will confirm the suspicions.
Thrush is caused by candida albicans i> , a fungus which normally lives in the digestive tract, and which under certain conditions can grow abnormally. Mothers who themselves have a certain imbalance in their flora can transmit this ground to their child. This type of infection is very common and favored by synthetic tissues (which keep humidity and heat), taking antibiotics, excess sugar in nursing mothers and an unbalanced intestinal flora: all these factors promote development of this mushroom.
Often, thrush originates from vaginal candidiasis treated during pregnancy, and occurs in the breasts one month after childbirth; but one hears of cases where thrush is declared two or three days after childbirth. Nothing definitive: thrush should not be stopped breastfeeding, nor be mistaken for lymphangitis.
- Do not panic, this is not a serious illness but it is advisable to consult a midwife, lactation advisor, as well as a doctor, to optimize continued breastfeeding in case of candidiasis.
- The mother should be treated as soon as possible, following a suitable diet, developed by a natural health practitioner. The sugars (the candida albicans eating it) as well as other food categories ( lactose, gluten …). This diet is certainly restrictive, but you should know that anti-fungals will solve the problem only temporarily. Candidiasis is a real recurrent junk, and a few months of dietary effort will pay off. Promised!
- In addition to a specific diet and the application of creams, the nursing mother must colonize her intestinal flora with good bacteria: take probiotics b> twice a day (respecting a 2 hour interval with an antibiotic taken by mouth if necessary). The breastfed baby will also benefit from probiotics, which will help their thrush and breech yeast infection go away. The nursing mother can also give some probiotics (in powder form) on the fingertip, or on the nipple.
- According to the prescriptions of doctor, we can apply a antifungal cream locally, on the breasts, after having rinsed them with a solution of water + white vinegar + baking soda. The cream will also be applied to the baby's buttocks. But the problem is not initially resolved, the infection will often recur.
- You will also need to rinse the breasts for a fortnight minutes before feeding, so that the nipple is free from traces of the product, which is why a version of the antifungal cream in the form of mouth gel is preferable.
- If the pain is too severe, and only one breast is affected, you can express breast milk on the damaged breast, and continue breastfeeding with the unaffected breast. The milk thus drawn should be consumed very quickly, or thrown away. Do not refrigerate or freeze it, it should be consumed within two / three hours. Milk can be stored for this time without problem, at room temperature, in a moderate climate.
- Prefer to breastfeed for a short time, but often: a breast always heals faster than it it acts of a thrush, a crevice ... if it is used 10 minutes every two hours rather than 30 minutes every three to four hours. Remember to give both breasts and if one breast is really too sore, donate the healthy breast, and express milk from the painful breast)
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- A cloth filled with ice cubes will do good to the nipple, before feeding (but no ice cube directly on the skin of course).
- Local pretreatment: before applying a gel or a treatment cream, rinse the breasts with a solution of white vinegar (a tablespoon for a cup of water) or a level teaspoon of baking soda < / b> for a cup of water.
- Provide hygiene to crude when washing bras (apart, not mixed with the rest of the dirty laundry waiting), towels and breast pads (if washable: in lukewarm water then in very hot water). Discard the disposable breast pads at each feeding.
- Rinse her breasts and children's mouths with boiled water (previously cooled!) after feeding.
- Respect good hand hygiene , because thrush is also present on baby's bottom. Always wash your hands well after changing.
- Wash the different parts of the breast pump and the refrigerator in a very hot u.
- span > Monilia Albicans in 9CH helps a lot internally in addition to the breast pain while breastfeeding.
- Consult a doctor for oral antifungal medication (and apply it to the nipples after feedings). The practitioner will undoubtedly suggest another antifungal to apply to the baby's buttocks, because thrush will pass from his mouth to his buttocks, from his buttocks to his mouth (it's the same channel!).
- If the baby or his mother (if she is breastfeeding) has just taken an antibiotic, it is essential to colonize their intestinal flora with good bacteria: take probiotics twice a day (with a spacing of 2 hours with a dose of antibiotic by mouth if necessary).
- If the yeast infection appears and the antibiotic has not been taken, still give baby probiotics for infants.
- The processing of a seat yeast infection is longer than that of a diaper rash simple. The ideal is to take care of it right from the start. Mushrooms like humid environments, away from light. So we remove the diapers, we expose the baby to natural light in the house, while making sure that he does not get cold.
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- Put in very hot water (or in a dishwasher) or sterilize the rattles and other toys worn in the mouth by the child, the pipettes of vitamin D or fruit juice if the baby takes them. Wash your hands thoroughly after changing your child.
- Hunt the whole family and the environment: change all the family's toothbrushes, change the pacifiers (even if scalded) and also track pets
Certain episodes such as the baby's growth spurts (around 3 weeks, 6 weeks) may suggest a decrease in breastfeeding when all you have to do is put the baby to the breast more often and take rest so that breastfeeding continues normally.
Foods that promote lactation : Carrots, Fennel, Cumin and caraway, Almonds, cashews, dates, Malt powder, Cooked barley, cooked lentils, Cereal coffee, Green salad, Watercress, Millet, Quinoa, Non-alcoholic beer, Fenugreek in capsules or to grind oneself into seeds (using a coffee grinder) or sprouted seeds… According to the form (capsule or food), integrate it into salads, during or outside of meals.
Foods that decrease lactation : parsley, dill, mint, and especially sage and soy because of their phytoestrogen content.
Each culture has its foods to eat and to avoid in order to have good milk production. We must beware of hearsay on the subject: it is not uncommon to see a food to be avoided in one country while it will be recommended to breastfeeding women in another country. The best is to try it for yourself and see the results.
Galactogenic plants : green anise, basil, celery, cumin, fennel, nettle and verbena. < / span>
There are many herbal teas to make yourself, here are some recipes:
First recipe :
- Crushed anise: 2 teaspoons
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- Crushed fennel: 2 teaspoons
- Nettle: 2 teaspoons
- Verbena: 2 teaspoons
From this mixture, leave infuse 2 tablespoons for ½ liter of water for 5 min.
Second recipe *:
- 1/3 teaspoon of seeds cumin
- 1/3 teaspoon of fennel seeds
- 1/3 teaspoon star anise (star anise)
Third recipe *:
- 10g of angelica seeds
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- 30g of caraway
- 40g of fennel
- 40g of galéga
- 20g of hops
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* Heat 1 liter of water, put a handful of the preparation, turn off the heat and let infuse 5/10 minutes, no more.
Drink 1 liter per day for 3 days, then 1/2 liter per day for another 3 days. If engorgement is felt, decrease the quantity.
Talk to your doctor: some plants may interact with certain medications.
Again, the homeopathy cited here is as an example. There are as many remedies as there are cases, and it is advisable to consult a homeopath who will refine the protocol according to the needs of the nursing mother and her condition.
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- Ricinus communis: it increases milk secretion. Be careful with the dilution: in 3CH (three granules three times a day) to increase milk secretion but in 30CH it stops (practical for difficult weaning). When used in combination with Urtica Urens it is very effective. 3CH: 3 granules morning and evening, away from meals (or more, until you feel the flow of milk).
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- Urtica urens: it facilitates milk flow when you have to deal with engorgement painful. It is also indicated in cases where the breasts itch (with a burning and stinging pain). It is a good remedy for reduced milk production, in small dilution. 4CH: 3 granules morning noon and evening.
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- Phytolacca: It is recommended for cases of mastitis, hard breast and painful, cracking and / or fever associated with severe fatigue. 9CH: 3 granules 3 times a day.
< / span> - China: it is the remedy for the exhausted woman, pale, who feels empty, hypersensitive, typical of the young mother. She does not tolerate noise (crying), lights, smells ... the picture is complete if she has bloating all over the abdomen and if there has been significant fluid loss, hypotension or anemia. 7 CH: 3 granules 3 times a day.
The liver, responsible for detoxifying the body from numerous foreign substances, is extremely stressed during pregnancy, because it is responsible for regenerating the hormones (estrogen and progesterone) highly secreted during this period. It will therefore be necessary to avoid overloading it unnecessarily, by avoiding contact with products such as AGEs (due to overly aggressive cooking), pesticides, dyes, sweeteners, preservatives, etc. contained in our food and our environment. span>
We now know that the placental barrier allows many toxins to pass through, which are found in the fetal body when the mother has been exposed to it (pesticides, mercury, bisphenol A, PCBs and many others). 'other toxic molecules).
The following should therefore be avoided:
Studies have shown that there is a direct relationship between the toxicological environment of the parents' professional environment and the existence of certain abnormalities in their babies (for example cryptorchidism). The best known case is that of regions where agriculture is intensive and where sexual malformations are frequent. There are also fertility problems.
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Large fish at the end of the food chain are loaded with methylmercury, a neurotoxicant capable of crossing the placental barrier and reaching the fetal brain. It is therefore preferable to do without tuna, pike, swordfish, eel, etc ...
This chemical is used in the manufacture of certain plastics used in baby bottles , linings for cans, cans etc. Harmful for the hormonal, reproductive, neurological and immune systems, it is suspected of being involved in major health problems (such as breast and prostate cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, reduced fertility, etc.). Span >
As a precaution, pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid regular contact with this product:
Some of these plastics can be identified by the number 3 (PVC) , 7 or PC (polycarbonate) in the center or below the recycling symbol.
Many paints contain volatile organic solvents (gases). Solvents are also found in common products such as nail polish, dry cleaning products.
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Breast milk doesn't just have nutritional benefits for your baby.
In case of irritation of any type of skin ( eg diaper rash), you can spread breast milk on the affected area and let it dry.
For infant acne, cradle cap or dry eczema, mix 20ml of fatty breast milk with 1 tsp of organic olive oil and dab the areas.
For purulent eczema, you will need to apply pre-milk to the areas to dry out until the skin is dry. Renew applications often.
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You can wash your baby's nose with breast milk instead of physiological saline. If the stream of milk coming out of the breast is strong enough, you can send a squirt, pressing on the breast, into each nostril. Otherwise, squeeze out a few milliliters of milk by hand and aspirate them with a previously emptied saline pod (squeeze the pod to release the air then plunge into the milk, release, the milk is aspirated). Then, put your baby in position, head to the side, and put milk in the upper nostril. Turn his head and do the same in the other nostril.
< br> If your "little one" has a very stuffy nose, you can first wash it and then, 10-15 minutes later, start again so that it is in contact with the mucous membranes. The big advantage of milk over other products is that if it accidentally passes down the throat it does not irritate at all.
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Namely, instead of the baby nose, which can be irritating , you can breastfeed your baby by lying on his back (or slightly raised for comfort) and placing him on your stomach with his mouth on your breast; so your baby sucks with his nose down: the secretions go down naturally, all you have to do is wipe off.
In case of conjunctivitis, or irritated eyes, you can put several times a day a few drops of breast milk in the eye.
If your child has an ear infection, the anti-inflammatory elements in milk will help with healing and relieve pain. Even in the event of a pierced eardrum or the risk of it happening, the milk in the ear will not pose a problem and will continue to act since milk is a human liquid (unlike medicinal dropsuses which are contraindicated in the event of a pierced eardrum).
Your milk isn't just there for your baby, it can benefit you too. For example, used as is on the skin, like a cleansing milk, it will cleanse, hydrate, tone and make your skin soft and luminous.
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To do this, mix 1 tbsp. of pink or white clay with 1 tbsp. tablespoons of very fatty milk. Apply the resulting solution and then let it dry for a good quarter of an hour. Finally, rinse off with water or with a rose or orange blossom water lotion.
If you want to get an exfoliating mask, mix breast milk with mixed cooked rice and a little olive oil. You will get an ideal blend for soft, glowing skin free of all dead cells.
You can also use it as a massage after shampooing on dry hair to repair damaged hair.
Breast milk can even help with warts, small abrasions or burns. To do this, apply extra-fresh milk and renew the application regularly.
You should know that fresh milk also works very well against all digestive disorders simply by drinking 20 to 30 ml of milk a half an hour before the meal.
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Whether knitted, paper or masking tape, in triangle, round or pompom format, garlands bring an original and economical decorative touch. Do not hesitate to surf the net to find THE garland that inspires you!
It is easier to put stickers on the walls than to paint them whenever you want a change of decor, which is why stickers or confetti are an alternative to brush strokes (although you can combine the two for a nice contrast). In terms of shapes, you can opt for dots, triangles, or even any other shape if you have the time and patience: for this DIY you just have to cut out the desired shape from colored paper, old magazines. , etc and stick them on the walls of your child's room.
Whether you are good at painting or not, a little watercolor on a white sheet of paper works. Let your imagination run wild: the first name of your (future) child, drawings, shapes, mixtures of colors, etc ... Then frame your creations in pretty frames for a unique decoration! p>]]>
Usually, the common regurgitation occurs right after a bottle, in the form of a burp, and is painless. It is a physiological mechanism that allows the little one to evacuate the excess air swallowed at the same time as the milk. Whether your baby is breastfed or bottle fed, he will burp immediately after a feed or a few minutes after. Sometimes even while breastfeeding, baby fidgets and seems uncomfortable; Burping him during a feed will allow him to release the swallowed air and continue drinking more easily. The baby stays in a good mood and can even continue to drink normally when this happens during the feeding.
Regurgitation usually consists of saliva and gastric juice (it does not contains only a small amount of milk), and does not affect baby's growth. Nothing to do with vomiting, which is an active return of gastric contents, which are much more abundant and which spring up with effort, in particular contractions of the abdominal muscles. The baby is always a little drooling or spitting up and it is estimated that about 70% of infants have three or four regurgitations per day, until the age of four months and that they are still 24% having it, until the age of four months. at the age of seven months. In most cases, the baby who spits up is a baby who is doing well, and growing quite normally. In the case of gastroesophageal reflux, the regurgitation (not necessarily more abundant) occurs several hours later and can cause pain to the baby. They sometimes occur during a sudden change of position.
You should only worry about them if they are accompanied by:
In these cases, we must suggest gastroesophageal reflux. Only the doctor can establish the correct diagnosis by carrying out additional examinations, if necessary.
We can distinguish three main causes, mechanical or physiological.
The most popular methods simple is to press baby on his shoulder, in an upright position, gently rubbing his back for a few minutes. Otherwise, place him in a sitting position on his knees with one hand against his back, and the other under his chin, so that his head remains upright. Or, lay him face down on his knees and lightly pat him on the back. Remember to put a cloth under his chin so as not to stain his clothes!
What if the burp doesn't come? Burp can occur right after a meal, but also later or not at all. If the baby hasn't burped after 10 minutes, there is no point in waiting: burping is okay! Some babies, swallowing less air because they are breastfed, hardly ever do.
Did baby fall asleep without burping? Bedtime, because if he needs to do one, it will act in the next few minutes. If so, just give him a hug to give him a wonderful burp, and off you go to bed!
If some babies regurgitate more than others, while the child is in a good mood, continues to gain weight and still has a well-colored complexion, there is no need to worry.
However, especially during the first 2 months of life, any child who vomits profusely and squirting should be seen by a doctor to eliminate the risk of an anatomical abnormality, such as pyloric stenosis (that is, a narrowing of the valve at the outlet of the stomach). Other, more rare, abnormalities may occur, and vomiting of bilious (yellow) fluid is a sign of a more serious problem that requires prompt consultation.
Consult if prevention techniques do not improve regurgitation and the child:
You should know that gastroesophageal reflux is more common in premature infants, in children operated on for esophageal abnormalities, and in those who suffer from lung problems, hypotonia or problems with psychomotor development.
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The classic medical treatment is to apply an antifungal cream to the baby's bottom, which will only mask the symptom without fixing the problem at the base. In this case, we can expect to see the problem manifest again…
The processing a yeast infection is longer than that of a diaper rash simple. The ideal is to take care of it right from the start. At the same time, check that the baby does not present other signs of candidiasis such as "thrush" in the mouth (small white spots on the mucous membranes), and that his mother (if he is breastfeeding) does not suffer from mammary candidiasis. If so, treat everyone at the same time!
If the child or mother (in case of lactation ) have taken an antibiotic, it is essential to colonize their intestinal flora with good bacteria: probiotics are then required , twice a day on an empty stomach (keep an interval of 2 hours with an antibiotic taken by mouth if necessary). If the buttock fungus appears and the antibiotic has not been taken, still give baby probiotics for infants.
Mushrooms love humid environments, away from the light. The diapers are then removed and the baby is exposed to natural light in the house or to the sun. Washing her buttocks with liniment or pure olive oil is gentler on irritated skin. When the buttocks or the small folds are dry, dab the skin with pure echinacea mother tincture in a glycerin base.
If baby wears Cloth diapers during the day, change them more often. During the night, change it at least once or twice (especially if it is a small baby).
Full recovery usually takes 2 to 3 weeks. Several other alternatives to the treatment are possible, such as washing the skin with a mixture of water and baking soda , brush with a solution of grapefruit seed extract (10 drops in 125 ml of water)… whatever it is better to keep the same treatment for a few days to fully assess its effectiveness. If there is no improvement, consult your doctor.
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So-called "follow-on" infant formulas must comply with rigorous European regulations defining the levels in vitamins, minerals, proteins etc ... milk given to the baby until the age of one year. We can then offer growth milk or give from 6 months, in addition to "bio-vegetable" bottles which come from oil plants such as almonds, chestnuts, or even give cereals such as vegetable rice drinks. or soy, as long as you take into account the protein deficiencies in some, or the presence of estrogen in others…
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The vegetable almond drink b> is thus rich in calcium if it has been enriched with algae. The vegetable drink of rice is for its part very digestible and is recommended for preparing the first small dishes of diversification, but it is very low in protein. The vegetable soy drink must be offered very occasionally because it is too rich in estrogen and can also prove to be allergenic .
- Vegetable almond drink: rich in energetic and protective vitamins: A, B, C, E, minerals high in calcium , trace elements, essential fatty acids, and amino acids. Suitable for babies exposed to digestive disorders and skin problems.
- Chestnut vegetable drink: very digestible source of calcium, contains all essential amino acids, unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins B1 and C, magnesium. Its sugars enrich the intestinal flora. Very good digestibility and excellent remineralizing. Indicated for babies suffering from gastric reflux.
- Vegetable rice drink: from 5 months, rich in slow sugars and very low in fat, it is very digestible and can be offered to children when they are sick or tired to relieve their digestive system. It contains too little protein to be the baby's only food. This drink will be of better nutritional value by being incorporated into almond puree, sesame, or almond or chestnut powder.
Brands take baby's nutritional needs into consideration, that's why most mix together several foods, so that the nutritional qualities of each complement each other.
We are talking about a constipated baby when his stools are rare, but also when they are hard, dry (small goat droppings) and emitted with difficulty (even crying). p>
However, there is a difference between the stools of a breastfed baby and a non-breastfed baby: the former are rather liquid, straw yellow in color and sometimes lumpy. The baby will often have 4 to 6 bowel movements a day, at least initially. Infant formula-fed babies will have more consistent, darker, and fewer stools.
If the child has been breastfed for a long time, the stools may become scarce (until to once every two to three days) without this being of concern, because the capacity of assimilation of breast milk is great, which results in less waste. But it is very different for a baby who drinks infant formula. The latter must have a bowel movement almost every day because these milks are less well assimilated.
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In the vast majority of cases, constipation is said to be "functional", that is to say that it is not linked to any pathology and that 'there is no need to worry. The most common causes are: If the non-breastfed baby spaces his stool regularly for up to 2 days, add 5 drops of camelina oil (first cold pressed) to his bottle, twice a day.
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- Right after an episode of diarrhea, which is quite normal .
- Environmental: a change of situation, a trip, a moving, arriving at the nursery…
- Related to stress : just like in adults, a change in habits or a worry can cause temporary constipation.
- A lack of water supply: very low are needed, especially in summer.
- Difficulty in potty training, around 18 months: if the child is asked too early to do a potty training that he has not yet integrated, this can cause a kind of blockage. p >
Some tips to relieve your little tummy
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She can also add raw linseed oil to her diet (1 to 2 tablespoons, or 15 to 30 ml) or eat ideally ground flax seeds every day (sprinkled on compote or again on the morning muesli). The mother must therefore deal with her own constipation problem.
The baby may also react to extra iron. Your best bet is to stop to see the difference in baby.
Babies fed iron-fortified formula often suffer from
stomach ache and constipation. It is enough to return to a regular preparation which contains iron but in less quantity
When baby is being treated for gastric reflux or regurgitation problems, think that antacids have an effect of constipation: see then with the pediatrician
Avoid excess flour in the bottle which promotes constipation in your baby.
Gently massage baby's tummy clockwise several times per day. When changing, make him do the pedal boat movement with his legs to stimulate intestinal movement (peristalsis). You can also fold your legs over your abdomen to facilitate expulsion.
You can also give it a marshmallow tea which is emollient and softening (2 ounces (60 ml) in a bottle) or carrot or beet juice diluted half / half with flax seed mucilage (soak 1 to 2 tbsp (15 to 30 ml) of flax seeds in 1 cup (250 ml) of hot water for 20 minutes and filter).
Massage its little bottle clockwise.
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Occasionally, a small warm enema with chamomile tea in a rectal pear for baby is also effective in evacuating hardened stools. Oil the cannula with olive oil, penetrate the cannula about a centimeter into the anus and gently squeeze to empty the pear (1/4 cup of liquid is sufficient or 60 ml). There are also glycerin suppositories for babies that can be used occasionally so as not to create addiction. The “thermometer thing” supposed to trigger the craving should also be avoided!
It is recommended to limit“ intrusive ”or overly marked gestures in baby's genitals. In addition, the risk is that he associates the expulsion reflex with manual stimulation: eventually, he may be even more constipated! < br>
In a slightly older child, teach him to have a bowel movement (for example, after breakfast)
A hot water bottle placed on the liver during meals (for toddlers) or digestion will calm the pains and soothe baby. In the best case, we can see an effect on transit! (beware of the heat and the tightness of the hot water bottle !!! and do not leave it unattended).
Increase the daily amount of water and eliminate sugary drinks
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Favor foods rich in fiber (green vegetables, fruits, compotes and juices of prunes) and dairy products
Reduce starchy foods (rice, pasta ...), carrots, apples, bananas, chocolate
In babies who eat solid, In addition to the previous advice, offer diluted prune juice or organic applesauce-prunes soaked (to prevent cramps), crushed fresh pears are also very effective as is pear juice in some children. Organic beetroot juice diluted with water also has a laxative effect for its richness in magnesium or even add slippery elm powder in its purees or organic oat brand logic. You can also integrate linseed oil in purees, at 6 months your baby can take ½ tsp. (2.5 ml) and at one year 1 tsp. (5 ml)
It is therefore common to find constipation in infants who begin to eat because the first foods usually offered are constipating. These are carrot puree, rice cereal, bananas, among others. Avoid serving all these foods on the same day, and consider including butternut squash which is very gentle on the intestine as well as pears. < br>
Don't panic!
Digestive disorders are particularly common in children (as in adults), parents should not worry too much. Especially since many adults focus on their own transit and risk stressing their babies by monitoring their transit too closely…
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We must therefore play down this episode and only call the doctor when:
- There is associated vomiting, a sign of possible intestinal obstruction.
- Baby no longer eats and loses weight.
- Baby twists in pain when touching his stomach.
- He no longer has the same reflexes and no longer responds to stimulation as usual.
The recommended age for starting dietary diversification has increased from three, to four, and now six months. Many parents wonder at what age they can offer solid foods.
Our first ancestors, carried by their mother, learned to grasp the food that was available to them, so 'they started to eat solid foods.
< / span> The best time to start introducing solid foods is therefore the one that the child will choose, if given the possibility he will indicate when the time comes. is ready for solid foods by picking from his parents' plate and eagerly bringing the food to his mouth. If it is not ready, it will reject any food offered.
The general development of a baby follows the development of his ability to control the food in his mouth, and to digest it. A baby who has difficulty getting food into his mouth is probably not quite ready. It is important to resist the temptation to “help” the baby in these circumstances.
Even though the diversification age has been delayed, the classic diversification method is still suitable for a three month old baby. By six months hand-eye coordination has developed so that they can grab food with their hands. You can present to your child several foods that can be easily held in the hand, (The food must protrude from the baby's fist.) Such as cooked broccoli florets, cooked carrot sticks, raw cucumber sticks, tomato wedges…
And then let it choose. Offer him what you eat yourself, as much as possible, so that he feels a part of everything that happens. Babies feed themselves in a balanced and healthy way when they are trusted in the choice of foods. There aren't really any rules, listen to them and listen to you, and enjoy watching your baby learn to feed and develop psychomotor skills in his hands and mouth during the process.
It is important to keep the element of play and exploration rather than focusing on the 'eating' aspect. This allows a natural transition to solid food.
Babies who feed on their own with the food they handle can easily participate in family meals. They tend to accept a diverse range of foods and would be less likely to refuse food, possibly because they do not focus solely on the flavor of the food but also come into contact with the texture and color as well as the food. with the size and shape of the food. They also have the option of leaving foods that they don't seem to like or don't like and are more likely to try new textures and flavors that come to the table.
Your kitchen floor will be littered with food! Place a rug or newspaper under your baby's chair é for easy cleaning.
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If your baby sits up straight, if you do not intervene by putting food directly into his mouth, the risk of choking is minimal. span>
Until he is able to take food on his own, he will not be able to bring it to his mouth and therefore swallow it askew. Once he is able to do this he will have developed the necessary skills to chew and swallow it.
Babies do not need teeth to bite and chew, even with their gums they can !
However, remember that babies should never be left unattended while eating.
Certain components, whether or not mentioned on the packaging, should attract your attention:
"SAP" or sodium polyacrylate is a synthetic substance that comes in the form of small grains. These grains swell on contact with moisture and are intended to absorb baby's urine. It is when there is too much moisture that the SAP may be released from the diaper. You can do the test at home by dipping a disposable diaper in water: with this excess moisture, the SAP will come out in the form of small beads.
SAP does not come into contact with baby's skin because it is enclosed in cellulose (naturally occurring in ecological diapers). In addition, if the baby is changed regularly, there is no risk of his skin coming into contact with this absorbent. SAP currently has no natural alternative, neither for conventional diapers, nor for ecological diapers. The only 0% SAP guaranteed diaper is cloth diaper . It should be noted that ecological disposable diapers contain less SAP (6 to 13g) than conventional disposable diapers (20g and +) because it is associated with wheat starch or cotton and the SAP balls are covered with cellulose in order to isolate the baby's bottom as much as possible from this polymer. This explains why most environmentally friendly disposable diapers are often thicker than traditional diapers.
Natural cellulose is brown in color; for aesthetic reasons, it is whitened in a more or less natural way. Bleaching with chlorine is unnatural since dioxins can come into contact with baby's skin later. The TCF mention guarantees the total absence of chlorine bleaching, or chlorinated derivatives (such as ECF, less harmful than elemental chlorine), the bleaching is carried out using oxygenated combinations.
Directly in contact with baby's skin, the inner veil must be healthy for baby. It is he who isolates the baby's buttocks from the SAP. The inner veil, also called "surface veil", consists of the contact veil and the distribution veil. The first protects the baby's skin from the urine contained in the absorbent mattress and the second is found underneath, to bring the urine to the absorbent mattress. This veil is non-woven and generally produced from polypropylene. In the layers ecological it can also be made of agro-sourced materials (sugar cane or corn).
Currently, there is no model of 100% natural disposable diaper , organic and biodegradable, with 0% synthetic material or 0% impact on the environment. Ecological disposable diapers contain more renewable raw materials (40 to 60% compared to 15-35% for conventional diapers), fewer harmful substances and less plastics than conventional diapers which can contain between 65 and 85%. The manufacturers of eco-friendly diapers do their best to regularly offer new models with a minimum of synthetic materials and ingredients. They carry out more controls and implement more stringent manufacturing processes than required by the legal framework.
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