DIY: Homemade and natural homemade baby wipes

Why do we use store bought baby wipes to clean our baby's bottom at diaper changes? The answer is simple; for me it was a mix of convenience & the fact that I didn't know any better. Did you know that you can simply use water and a cloth? There. Problem solved. Thanks mom. However, I wanted something that could soothe my little one's cute little butt cheeks at the same time, so I added a bit Calendula and Eucalyptus Oil. Calendula Oil is moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal & gentle on baby bottoms. Eucalyptus Oil is anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial & antiseptic.

INGREDIENTS:
2 cup of warm Water
1 tablespoon of Calendula Oil
2 drops of Eucalyptus Oil


You can either use cloths or disposable paper towels.

1. Mix all the ingredients & soak the cloths.


2. Squeeze excess water out & dispose of liquid mix.

3. Put your wipes in a container of your choice.


Notes:
1. Make only enough wipes for one day.
2. Wash the container daily.
3. Wash the cloths after every use.

Do you use a natural homemade body care recipe?

My last words of wisdom; if ever I have another child, I'll still use the store bought wipes when I go out, or go on trips, it's much more convenient. At home though, I'll opt for the more nature friendly washable cloths.

Disclaimer: This recipe is homemade. I am not a health professional, I am simply a mother trying to find simple and chemical-free solutions for my family. This lotion works great for us but it may not work for you and I take no responsibility for that.

DIY: Homemade and natural moisturizing lotion

Since the birth of my son, I have been trying to be as natural as possible with all aspects of his life. Non-medicated birth, exclusive breastfeeding, homemade purees... so I decided to continue and make a natural, homemade moisturizing lotion. After a bit of research, I was inspired rawmazing to create my own recipe.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup Shea Butter
1/2 cup Coconut Oil

OPTIONAL

2 drops Essential Oil (I use Eucalyptus essential oil)
1 tablespoon Calendula Oil



You can change the Essential Oil to modify the smell to your liking. The Calendula Oil is for added healing properties, you can leave it out or change it to another oil of your choosing. You can also increase the quantity to make the lotion creamier.

Instructions

1. Melt all ingredients on low heat.


2. Let cool until semi-hard.


It's important to let the mix solidify slightly, otherwise the lotion will not whip. It may take some time, to speed things up put in the fridge.

3. Whip. (:


The lotion will solidify since both Coconut Oil and Shea Butter are solids at room temperature. Skin contact melts it instantly and the oils absorb quickly. The mixture is shelf stable.

If you are planning on making big batches (or taking a really long time to use your lotion), you can also add a drop of Vitamin E as a preservative agent. All the ingredients have a long shelf stable life, so you shouldn't need to. Stay tuned for my lip balm and eatable lip gloss recipes.

How would you personalize this lotion?

Coconut Oil is moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-bacterial and helps with healing. Shea Butter moisturizes, is anti-inflammatory, anti-aging and helps with healing. Calendula Oil is moisturizing, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal. Eucalyptus Oil is anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, antiseptic, deodorant and decongestant.

Disclaimer: This recipe is homemade. I am not a health professional, I am simply a mother trying to find simple and chemical-free solutions for my family. This lotion works great for us but it may not work for you and I take no responsibility for that.

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DIY: Crib bumper pads into bite guards

Oooooh, the rookie mistakes...

ROOKIE MISTAKE #1 - Buying a nice crib.
My husband and I invested in a crib that our son could use for most of his life, you know, something nice. Who hasn't had that brilliant idea? Seriously. Well, it turns out that cute little babies turn into mini gnawing monsters that can reduce "the nice crib" to fire wood.

ROOKIE MISTAKE #2 - Buying cute decorative bedding.
As a new parent, who would think that store-bought  items specifically designed for infants could be dangerous? Apparently babies can turn in their sleep, stuff their face in a corner and choke.

After much reflection, I have managed to turn 2 wrongs into a right...use the bumper pads as anti-bite protection & voila!



Edit: My son is almost finished teething and he never bit his crib; not even once. I think people exaggerate...