Organic Baby Clothes - Benefits of Being Eco-friendly

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It is not a secret that the word "organic" carries with it a lot of hight status. Many things are now marketed as "organic" even if there is one component of a product that is actually organic. This is more pervasive in our grocery stores but it is becoming more and more prevalent in the clothes we wear. Some people choose to wear clothing made from organic fibers out of wanting to be seen as part of the "in" crowd and others really have a desire to do what is best for the environment and our bodies.

This is especially true when it comes to our children. But why does the "organic" label carry so much weight? What is the benefit of having something made from organic cotton versus conventionally grown cotton?

First is the way organic cotton is cultivated. Organic cotton is grown using methods that have a low impact on the environment. Toxins such as pesticides are commonly cited as being a component of organic cultivation methods and, thought true, it is not the only factor. For example, the way that organic cotton is produced actually maintains and replenishes the soil's fertility.

Another reason why organic clothing is good for your children is that the fibers, if they are going to be considered "organic," must be very strict regulations set by the U.S. government. You can be sure that anything labeled "organic" is in fact just that. The fibers meet the high standard of what it takes to make sure nothing harmful touches the skin of your child.

Now, the reasons parents should give their children clothing made from organic materials sound great but there is also a more practical incentive, which is the cost. While it may seem that clothes made from organic materials may cost more, in the long run, it is actually cheaper than clothes made from conventionally grown cotton. The reason being is that conventionally cotton is processed numerous times before it is cut into patterns and manufactured as clothes. From the dying process to the bleaching process, from being scoured and sprayed with formaldehyde spray, conventional cotton takes a beating. According to Rachel V. Birchler of Mooi, an organic children's clothing boutique in Pittsburgh, "conventionally produced cotton material lasts 10-20 washes before it starts to break down An organic cotton material lasts for 100 washes or more before it begins to wear down." In short, it is just sturdier.

Health, environmental, and money-saving reasons are all factors that should lead you to at least consider clothing made from organic materials the next time you need a shirt for your baby or a skirt for your little girl. It is never a bad thing when you decide to take advantage of something that will benefit you, your children, and the environment.

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