There’s nothing like having a new baby to make you really start checking labels on all the products you use at home. From food to cleaning and hygiene products, no item is left unturned. In recent years, many people have taken a turn back to using and making their own natural products and that most definitely includes products for the babies in our lives. Not only does making your own products give you peace of mind, but it also more economical, and who couldn’t use a few more bucks in their wallet? If you’re interested in making your own baby products, then continue reading for some easy recipes!
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1. Baby Laundry Detergent
You can always purchase store made baby detergent, but it can get costly when you constantly have to double up because you’ll still need soap for the rest of your family. But making your own only requires 3 ingredients AND it works great if you cloth diaper. This simple recipe will both clean and deoderize baby’s clothes, and leave no residue on your diapers.
For this easy recipe for baby laundry detergent, head over to IAmThatLady.com. You’ll also find 6 more ideas for homemade and natural products!
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2. Diaper Cream
Nothing pulls at a new mom’s heartstrings quite like watching your baby suffer from a diaper rash. They are unsightly and very painful, and you just want to help them as quickly as possible. If you don’t like the idea of purchasing popular diaper cream rashes, you can easily make your own with natural ingredients and essential oils. It will bring topical relief, and also work to heal the rash ASAP!
Visit AllThingsMamma.com for a natural remedy for your baby’s diaper rash that works wonders.
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3. Baby Wash
A new baby’s skin is very sensitive, having never been exposed to much of anything when they are born. It’s not uncommon for even the mildest of soaps to irritate newborn skin, so using a natural soap is often the safest way to go. When you make your own, you know exactly what ingredients are included (and more importantly, what aren’t!), and you can avoid paying large sums for expensive and designer baby soaps.
Check out EasyLivingMom.com for a great baby wash recipe, along with other tips on making your own baby oil, powder, skin cream, wipes and more!
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4. Baby Wipes
If you want to talk about throwing your money away, let’s talk about baby wipes. They are a one time per use item, and can get expensive if you need to buy name brand or sensitive versions. Making your own is actually quite easy and will save you money in the long run. This version is alcohol free so it will keep your baby’s bottom happy and irritant free.
Head over to TheNewLighterLife.com for the step by step tutorial on making your very own baby wipes!
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5. Baby Lotion
Many mothers prefer to use unscented or lightly scented lotion on their babies because of the potential for irritation due to fragrances. But it’s hard to find products that meet all these needs, and that’s why making your own is a great option. This recipe uses three types of oil, beeswax and essential oil so you know its going to be super moisturizing. It’s perfect for mama too!
Be sure to visit TheBudgetMama.com for a great recipe on homemade baby lotion.
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