Eco Baby Rooms – Cute Bears and Beyond
New parents are keen on getting everything ready for their new baby’s arrival. For the eco conscious, it’s important to know what is in and around the baby’s room. There are several things to consider right down to what kind of paint is on the walls of the baby room.
A first step is to find out what kind of paint is already on the walls of the baby room. If it is “safe” or at least non-toxic paint, then that’s great. But if not, there are so many kinds and brands of eco friendly paint on the market today. A quick visit to your local paint store will give you the best idea on what’s available or even affordable for a mini-renovation. Just remember that the air the baby breathes every moment they are in the room can be potentially toxic because of the paint and products in the room. So be sure!
Once you know the paint is safe for baby, the next thing to consider is the bedding and furniture in the room. If you are buying new, there are several places online where you can find eco friendly baby products. Look for natural bedding products that aren’t loaded with toxic flame retardent. The very products that make mattresses flame retardent are extremely toxic – and you breathe them in every night. So for baby, be sure the mattress and bedding is safe.
Organic products are a sure bet. Organic bedding and wood based furnture that was grown without pesticides or toxic dies and glues added during processing is not so difficult to find these days. Again, a simple search online will reveal what is available and where you can find it locally.
Even when it comes to educational toys and teddy bears, you can make eco friendly choices. Natural organic wool, cotton or even bamboo is now being used to create many baby products. It’s just a matter of finding out what you can get locally, or buy it online. Find cute bears for the home and of course the baby’s room.
Avoid furniture that is made with plywood, particle board, or fiber board (MDF). It all has been extremely processed with toxic chemicals that your baby will breathe in and ingest on a daily basis. Look for natural wood products and even consider bamboo – the quickest growing wood in the world (which makes it highly desirable for sustainable living).
Once you’ve got your eco friendly baby products chosen and in place, you’ll have peace of mind. You’ll know for a fact that your baby is living in a safe and eco friendly environment because you did your homework and made it so.