How to Choose Eco-friendly Baby Clothes

Selecting eco-friendly baby clothes for your own newborn or for a friend's is a wonderful way to introduce the infant to green living. Check out the tips below before purchasing.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Choose organic cotton fabric over conventional cotton. Organic cotton is far more breathable and less likely to cause rashes on baby's skin.

2. Find sleepwear for baby made of naturally-fire-resistant bamboo fabric. This kind of fabric is also hypoallergenic.

3. Understand that soy fiber material keeps baby warm while allowing moisture to travel through the fabric.

4. Look for websites that offer to consign baby clothes; some websites only sell recycled organic baby clothing.

5. Hold a group sale in your community and invite parents whose children have outgrown their baby clothes. Recycling nearly-new items is a positive way to support the environment.

6. Organize a clothing swap with parent-friends. Trading baby clothing in good shape is a perfect way to adhere to eco-friendly ideals.