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Cloth Nappies for Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide

Embarking on the journey of cloth nappies can seem daunting for beginners, but it’s a rewarding and eco-friendly choice for both your baby and the planet. With a little information and some practical tips, you’ll find that using cloth nappies is not as challenging as it might initially appear. In this comprehensive guide for beginners, we’ll look at everything you need to know about using cloth nappies, from getting started to maintaining them effectively.

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Why Do My Cloth Nappies Stink?!

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When it comes to cloth nappies there can always be a few stumbling blocks to overcome. Topics that often come up include wash routines, leaks, fitting cloth nappies and a biggie, why do my cloth nappies stink?! Unfortunately, yes every now and then cloth nappy problems happen but thankfully there is always an answer (or several) and often a lovely cloth nappy Facebook group, retailer or cloth parent on hand to help. I have previously written about washing cloth nappies but as we know, sometimes things change, children get ill, teething happens and they can end up stinking. Let’s delve deeper into this issue…

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Being More Sustainable in Your Clothing Purchases: 6 Simple Practices

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There is a lot to consider when we think about sustainability in terms of our clothing choices. You may be someone that has more of a DIY mindset and likes to fix up your clothes, but to be fashionable and sustainable in your purchases is easier than ever. So let’s show you some ways to be your stylish self while also benefiting the planet. Here’s a few tips on how to make better sustainable clothing purchases:

Choose Your Supplier

The most important thing we can all do is to buy from better brands, which can spill into every other aspect of our lives. It’s not just about the clothes or the shoes, you can buy sustainable body jewellery as well. The mantra in eco-friendly circles is “buy less and buy better.” Before you make any purchase, you need to understand if the supplier is the right one according to their environmentally friendly practices. When you support designers who promote sustainability, this can greatly narrow your search, making life a lot easier. 

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Fast fashion is very bad for the environment due to wastewater. Many countries worldwide produce vast volumes of fast fashion items, and a significant byproduct of their procedures is untreated toxic wastewater.

The textile water can contain mercury, lead, or arsenic which are very harmful to human and aquatic life. Fortunately, sustainable t shirts are the new alternative that can make a massive difference in the long run.

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Most of us get our clothing via shopping. We simply pop into our favourite stores or scroll for hours online. After all, it’s quick and convenient. However, there are various reasons for learning to make your own clothes or upcycling clothes you already have.

Some people might just do it for fun – as a hobby, or because they have a passion for fashion. But even if you’re not interested in fashion, making your own clothes can be great because not only do you save money, but it’s also better for the environment. There are a few things you need to make your own clothes, so keep reading to find out what they are.

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