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~Temet Nosce~
15-09-2011, 17:26
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10751895&ref=mobile
Why they put this sort of crap in products for babies is beyond me. I am using the coles sensitive wipes at the moment and it has this ingredient too (read the labels!)
scarey! I just checked, its not in aldi mamia fragrance free wipes in case anyone uses those ones.
You gotta wonder how many other harmful chemicals we use every day, cos noone has "exposed" them. :(
RaryGirl
15-09-2011, 17:39
scarey! I just checked, its not in aldi mamia fragrance free wipes in case anyone uses those ones.
You gotta wonder how many other harmful chemicals we use every day, cos noone has "exposed" them. :(
Not in the scented ones either as that's the ones we use.
MamaNurture
15-09-2011, 17:49
The most telling part of the article for me:
Nissen applauded the withdrawal of the wipes, but lamented the fact that the industry and regulators had not detected the breach of standards. "As consumers we have no one to trust except ourselves and our own ability to read labels and interpret them."
I couldn't agree more. I think in this country (and NZ too obviously!) the onus is strongly on the consumer to judge safety. Standards for chemical safety regulation in this country are horribly poor, IMO.
Hollywood
15-09-2011, 17:49
Thanks for the link, looks like I will be throwing out a couple of packets that I bought a while ago (no longer have receipts)
Bluest Blue Box
15-09-2011, 17:56
just checked my wipes! They don't have it. I use dymples (big w brand) fragrance free if anyones interested. They're pretty cheap too.
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MummyHas3boys
15-09-2011, 18:02
I've been using these wipes :(
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10751895&ref=mobile
Why they put this sort of crap in products for babies is beyond me. I am using the coles sensitive wipes at the moment and it has this ingredient too (read the labels!)
i called coles today about this & they are going to get back to me tomorrow - ill post what happens.
This sort of thing happens all the time, its the same with bonjella, it is banned for kids in the UK & they have special kids bonjella because of the active ingredient but in Australia it is still in the product used for kids.
I never use coles wipes, but hubby bought them for the first time a couple of days ago & have used them for the last day or so on my newborn because i ran out of the others. It is most dangerous if inhaled, but the problem is i have used them to wipe his hands because he often moves his hands down near his nappy while i am changing him & then puts them in his mouth - i am pretty sure i havent done that with these wipes but i am pretty bl00dy annoyed that a product which has been banned in other countries for health reasons has been included in baby products here. Thank god it isnt a carcinogenic but being toxic is bad enough.
I use a wet washer at home for dd's face and dymples on her bottom.
It makes me so angry that they put these chemicals in products.
Hollywood
15-09-2011, 18:14
I have a packet of Curash wipes in my hospital bag, it doesn't have it in them.
Hollywood
15-09-2011, 18:16
But a little packet of Swisspers Sesame Street ones DOES have it. Grrr
I've just bought 5 packets of woolworths select baby wipes because they were $2 each for a pack of 80. Well now i know why they were so cheap because it has that IPBC preservative :(. They were the woolies unscented alcohol free wipes.
scarey! I just checked, its not in aldi mamia fragrance free wipes in case anyone uses those ones.
You gotta wonder how many other harmful chemicals we use every day, cos noone has "exposed" them. :(
It is in the aldi mamia premium fragrance free wipes though. Grrr I'm so annoyed!
Elijahs Mum
15-09-2011, 18:32
Gaia is safe! As a pp said our standards for chemicals in these things and food is appalling, it's a shame because most people assume that because the government allows it it must be safe when this is simply not true :(
jimmysmummy
15-09-2011, 22:00
Exactly why I don't use wipes. I've never used anything except cloth wipes with plain, regular, everyday tap water on them.
MummyLip
15-09-2011, 22:04
Is it in Huggies wipes?
Blueberry Crumble
15-09-2011, 22:06
I have always used these wipes. The article says the chemical is toxic when inhaled, too bad I wipe his face with them!!
waterlily
15-09-2011, 22:15
Subscribing to check our wipes in the morning (in bed atm). We use nature babycare wipes.
Subscribing to check our wipes in the morning (in bed atm). We use nature babycare wipes.
I'll be checking my wipes in the morning too. Just bought quite a few for the new bub. Hope they are still ok to use.
MyPossum
15-09-2011, 22:17
Is it in Huggies wipes?
I want to know the same thing?
Eta- google search tells me that kimberly-clark issued a statement saying it is not in huggies wipes...
Me + DH = DD! (4/4/10)
Is it in Huggies wipes?
Nope. well not the green pack anyway.
CupidsVictim
15-09-2011, 22:21
It's not in the lightly scented johnsons wipes
Hollywood
15-09-2011, 22:57
Subscribing to check our wipes in the morning (in bed atm). We use nature babycare wipes.
I don't think they do, I'm pretty sure that's the ones I've got here for the new baby and I checked it a couple of hours ago (am also in bed and don't feel like getting up to double check now).
hemakesthree
15-09-2011, 23:43
Just because it's not in the wipes you use doesn't mean they are safe. Google every other ingredient! Dehydroacetic acid is in the Babycare Nature wipes. Some info on a website states It's harmful if swallowed. May be harmful if inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. Danger of cumulative effects.
It's disgusting what they can get away with and sad that people don't think to look at the ingredients and do some research.
greaaat. I use them all the time expecially to wipe dirty faces ><:no:
Myztiks#1Fan
15-09-2011, 23:54
I use the woolies ones on coop still. Will go and check the ingredients on it tomorrow morning.
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Mum2Ruby
16-09-2011, 00:11
It's not in the target brand Dri Bots either
sweetsugardumplin'
16-09-2011, 00:21
It's disgusting what they can get away with and sad that people don't think to look at the ingredients and do some research.
I don't think this is helpful :no:
Be `sad' at the companies that put such chemicals in products that are intended for babies and ch'n. Because we all know, that companies don't always list exactly what they have used.
Degrassi
16-09-2011, 00:25
I've just bought 5 packets of woolworths select baby wipes because they were $2 each for a pack of 80. Well now i know why they were so cheap because it has that IPBC preservative :(. They were the woolies unscented alcohol free wipes.
I bought them too, but thankfully only 1 packet. Australia's standards are just not strict enough - BPA is not even banned over here yet for example! Not good enough :(
mummykitty
16-09-2011, 00:42
Note to self : only cloth/ chucks wipes with home solution from now :yes:
How scary will have to point it out to friends :/
I've always been suspicious of wipes and have allergies so I use Mothercare cotton wipes and water (found in Priceline). It would be great if more people used them or there was a competing brand as they're really good but can be hard to find and pricy. I still use Huggies sensitive wipes for the baby bag though. It's very disappointing that it's left to consumers to have to research every ingredient of products they use. Some people don't have the education or resources to do so.
hemakesthree
16-09-2011, 07:19
I don't think this is helpful :no:
Be `sad' at the companies that put such chemicals in products that are intended for babies and ch'n. Because we all know, that companies don't always list exactly what they have used.
I didn't mean that to insult anyone. But it is sad. We shouldn't have to have a Science degree to understand the poisons in everyday products. We should be able to trust what we buy is safe for our family and it's sad that people will use these products until something like this happens but ignore all the other dangers in similar products.
Littlemissmetal
16-09-2011, 07:29
Thanks for the link, looks like I will be throwing out a couple of packets that I bought a while ago (no longer have receipts)
Usually when there has been a recall of an item you will get a full refund whether or not you have recipets :yes:
Same ingredient in the comfy bots baby wipes which you get from coles.
~Temet Nosce~
16-09-2011, 07:39
I've been using the coles wipes for a long time. So I hope there is no sort of long term exposure danger from this chemical. Reminds me of the bpa in baby bottles.. why on earth are we putting this sort of crap into babies products. I read labels but honestly everything has so many different ingredients that I can't even pronounce, so I read the front where it says "dermalogically (sp?) tested, safe for babies skin" etc... but you can't trust that it seems.
eta. I wish I hadn't thrown out my receipt, I brought 3 of these coles wipes packets the other day and they are unopened.. should have taken them back
~Temet Nosce~
16-09-2011, 07:44
would I be able to get a refund without the receipt? Since they are coles brand so it's pretty obvious I brought them from there.
would I be able to get a refund without the receipt? Since they are coles brand so it's pretty obvious I brought them from there.
I used to work at coles. They have a money back guarantee on all of their products if you aren't happy with them. We once had someone return a lasagne box...no lasagne inside because they didn't like the taste.
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And you shouldn't need a receipt
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raspberries
16-09-2011, 08:30
Its in the coles comfybots ones too
Found this http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10751974 I wonder if any of the other brands are a spelling error and dont contain the chemical?
crunchie
16-09-2011, 08:43
Thanks for posting this!
the girls mum
16-09-2011, 08:50
**** IT!! I have used these wipes on DD since she was a newborn - the homebrand woolies ones - she is now THREE. I use them on her face and hands sometimes too! :freakingout::freakingout: GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
I have one pack in the house now - can i take it back half used????? Man I am so cranky.
So what is a safe one to use???????
I just realised - she has always had a little nappy rash on her bum and says her jiney is sore quite often and it is often red - could these wipes be the cause of that - I feel like opening a can of whoop @ss on someone!!!
waterlily
16-09-2011, 08:59
Just because it's not in the wipes you use doesn't mean they are safe. Google every other ingredient! Dehydroacetic acid is in the Babycare Nature wipes. Some info on a website states It's harmful if swallowed. May be harmful if inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. Danger of cumulative effects.
It's disgusting what they can get away with and sad that people don't think to look at the ingredients and do some research.
I really dont think you need to make me and others feel Like bad patents for what wipes we use!
I got the natures babycare wipes because they had barely any chemicals in them and easily half the ingredients. They also didn't have any chemicals I knew to be bad. They are $6 each so clearly didn't use them to save $$.
I used cloths and water on DD for most her life but time gets in the way and I hate that we should justify buying bloody WIPES!
Got two packs of wipes here - that ingredient is in both. I will never, ever wipe my little boys face with these things again. What the hell is that ingredient doing in the wipes anyway?? what purpose does it serve exactly?
SpecialPatrolGroup
16-09-2011, 09:16
Argh, the select brand wipes are the only ones that don't seem to give my dd Nappy rash grrrrr. Back to the drawing board...
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Californication
16-09-2011, 10:29
I want to know the same thing?
Eta- google search tells me that kimberly-clark issued a statement saying it is not in huggies wipes...
Me + DH = DD! (4/4/10)
Phew! Thanks for that. I buy the bulk box and recycled the last box on Wed so couldn't use it to check the ingredients!!
I went to Coles this morning and checked all the different brand of wipes they had on the shelf. The Coles brand wipes have that ingredient in them.
I read this thread this morning and threw out the packet of Coles brand ones mum has here.
I use Curash on DD and DS and checked, they are fine. I have found they are good on my kids so i'll keep using them.
SalsaMama
16-09-2011, 10:33
Argh, the select brand wipes are the only ones that don't seem to give my dd Nappy rash grrrrr. Back to the drawing board...
Have you tried Curash? DS seemed to get nappy rash with a few other brands but is fine with the Curash wipes.
[QUOTE=hemakesthree;6075217]I didn't mean that to insult anyone. But it is sad. We shouldn't have to have a Science degree to understand the poisons in everyday products. We should be able to trust what we buy is safe for our family...
Precisely my point. It's hard enough to understand the chemistry and read the medical/scientific journals but imagine if English is your second (or third) language! Some people also can't access the Internet or use computers, they have to rely on authorities to protect consumers - and this is just another example of how they are letting down the most vulnerable members of our society - our babies :(
Elijahs Mum
16-09-2011, 10:46
I just looked up that chemical!!! It was used in paint thinners and fungicides! It's in most shampoos, aveeno baby products, loreal, treseme, Johnson and Johnson , the website that lists all the products is allergeaze.com ( can't link cause on my phone) also another reason to boycott woolies, they refuse to take the wipes off their shelves!
I already hate the shampoo's in supermarkets and stopped using the crap ages ago but I didn't know it had this stuff in it. Boycotted Woolies years ago however have been a Coles shopper since...anyone know if they're recalling the wipes??
scarey! I just checked, its not in aldi mamia fragrance free wipes in case anyone uses those ones.
You gotta wonder how many other harmful chemicals we use every day, cos noone has "exposed" them. :(
I just checked my Aldi Mamia fragrance free and it is in them, looks like we will be changing back to huggies
Myztiks#1Fan
16-09-2011, 11:34
I am going to be taking my wipes back to woolies today. Think i only have one packet at home but coop uses them for everything.
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Does anyone know if i could take back my half used Aldi ones without a receipt?
Lemonhead
16-09-2011, 11:48
I looked at the Huggies ones and Curash Soap Free ones we have here and it doesn't seem to be in them.
The fact of the matter is, while they don't have that particular chemical in it all you have to do is look on the back and see a kazillion other chemicals with long names. Who knows whether they will find those harmful in 5 years kwim?
I know some people get the Viva paper towels (the strong ones) and fold them into a huggies plastic box and add water to it and use those as wipes. No chemicals there.
~Temet Nosce~
16-09-2011, 11:49
I just got a refund on the coles wipes, and got johnsons ones which doesn't have it. I originally got 3 for $10 on special and they refunded for full price of $12 haha.
BHCommunity
16-09-2011, 11:57
Woolworths is refusing the ban the wipes - http://www.smh.com.au/national/woolies-sticks-by-wipes-after-recall-20110915-1kbtj.html.
The International Journal of Toxicology - 'it readily penetrates the skin, in animal testing :( it was found to be acutely toxic when inhaled and caused dermal (skin) irritation'. It looks like it's nasty stuff.
MummyHas3boys
16-09-2011, 12:09
What are the possible side affects??
I quite often buy them for DS3, but use them to also wipe my 6 and 4 yo's faces.....I also caught DS3 sucking on one he managed to pull out of the pack last week :(
Checked huggies cucumber & aloe wipes and it's not in them :)
kristybabe
16-09-2011, 12:15
This is appalling I reakon.. Will be paying more attention to labels now as well
hemakesthree
16-09-2011, 12:18
I really dont think you need to make me and others feel Like bad patents for what wipes we use!
I got the natures babycare wipes because they had barely any chemicals in them and easily half the ingredients. They also didn't have any chemicals I knew to be bad. They are $6 each so clearly didn't use them to save $$.
I used cloths and water on DD for most her life but time gets in the way and I hate that we should justify buying bloody WIPES!
I bought those for the exact same reason. Trusted that they were okay until thought I should google the ingredients. I'm really not trying to make anyone feel bad but I think anyone reading this and using wipes on their baby is going to feel bad. There would be something wrong if you didn't. I still feel bad knowing that I used them for DS's first year. The only reason for my original post was to encourage people to find out about the other ingredients. Just because it's not being recalled doesn't mean it's safe.
Degrassi
16-09-2011, 12:24
I am going to be taking my wipes back to woolies today. Think i only have one packet at home but coop uses them for everything.
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Please let us know how you go at Woolies (considering they are refusing to recall the wipes). I would love to take the wipes back that I bought at Woolies a couple of days ago, but I was treated so poorly last time I returned something to Woolies without a receipt that I really don't feel like another confrontation. I managed to stay calm and polite last time, I think I'd let someone have it if I got treated that way again:gonnagetit:
there are loads of ingredients that could be sus - but there is a world of difference when a chemical is banned in a country due to it being a proven toxic substance (which is the case with IPBC) & instances where we are suspicious of certain chemicals. Some natural things are dangerous too, there are risks with loads of things but what is really annoying here is that the chemical has been proven to be toxic but is still being used in the baby products & cosmetics - it's just really reassuring that people post this stuff on here so we can all learn about what to avoid.
Thank goodness other mums share info when these stories come out otherwise we might find we miss out on crucial info.
Back to washers and water me thinks...how horrible.
Thanks for the link, looks like I will be throwing out a couple of packets that I bought a while ago (no longer have receipts)
If they've been withdrawn in Aus you'll find there won't be a problem returning them without a receipt so don't chuck them out :)
No-one has an active recall on these products and there is nothing listed under consumer groups that I can find.
Are the chains really accepting returns on these?
BHCommunity
16-09-2011, 12:40
Please sign the petition to get these products removed from Coles and Woolworths in Australia:
http://www.gopetition.com/petitions/bub-hubbers-ban-on-toxic-baby-wipes.html
~Temet Nosce~
16-09-2011, 12:49
well I just got refunded for the 3 coles wipes packs without a receipt, I didn't even have to explain why I wanted them refunded
Myztiks#1Fan
16-09-2011, 12:53
Please let us know how you go at Woolies (considering they are refusing to recall the wipes). I would love to take the wipes back that I bought at Woolies a couple of days ago, but I was treated so poorly last time I returned something to Woolies without a receipt that I really don't feel like another confrontation. I managed to stay calm and polite last time, I think I'd let someone have it if I got treated that way again:gonnagetit:
i just calle the number on the back of the wipes to confirm we could take them back. it was really bad connection but the guy said i wouldnt have any issues taking them back but the wipes were still fine to use. plus on the back it says "if your not happy with this product, we will gladly change it or give you your money back"
RoarsomeMum
16-09-2011, 13:00
same, was told via the phone line on the pkt that "although recall and investigations were in place and I could indeed receive a full refund regardless of receipt wipes were still FINE TO USE even on hands and mouth..."
It's freaking scary people.. I don't think it matters whether we SHOULD as parents be responsible for knowing what is in everything, because obviously we ARE.. No-One else is bothering atm.. :(
the girls mum
16-09-2011, 13:20
Well peoples I tried to take my wipes back to woolies. They didn't want to know. Still have them on the shelf and not phased in slightest?? No refund for me x
Stiflers Mom
16-09-2011, 13:40
I have a near new pack of Aldi wipes and I'm too lazy to return them. I might just rinse and wring them out until they are gone.
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Myztiks#1Fan
16-09-2011, 15:11
I took mine back for a refund. The chick was really rude to me about it. At least its $2.50 in my pocket rather than theirs which i need more than them
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well im off to woolies now to take back the 10 packets i have. good luck to them if they try refuse my refund
Myztiks#1Fan
16-09-2011, 19:33
well im off to woolies now to take back the 10 packets i have. good luck to them if they try refuse my refund
How did you go?
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Anyone getting a crabby response to a refund should be complaining... PLEASE!!! Fact is they are branded so you shouldn't be having a problem plus usually with HB/select is says if you not satisfied take them back! I'm kinda disgusted that people have had crabby responses (coming from someone who works there and is screaming for more hours) it makes me so mad because that's what drives good customers away and reduces peoples hours in the long run! Grrr
SpecialPatrolGroup
17-09-2011, 10:56
Have you tried Curash? DS seemed to get nappy rash with a few other brands but is fine with the Curash wipes.
We have had some in the Nappy bag but they don't get used change after change to know if they cause a rash, might get some more to try.
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kezanazz
17-09-2011, 11:37
I didn't mean that to insult anyone. But it is sad. We shouldn't have to have a Science degree to understand the poisons in everyday products. We should be able to trust what we buy is safe for our family and it's sad that people will use these products until something like this happens but ignore all the other dangers in similar products.
For what it's worth I do have a science degree and there are a lot of thread/posts on here about "dangerous" chemicals that I just roll my eyes at.
Just because something has a long chemical list doesn't mean those chemicals are going to kill you.
Yes, some of them *may* be linked to this and that after extended exposure but in *most* cases the definition of extended exposure for scientists is more than wiping face/bum for more than a few years.
Having said that- I think it's great that these have been recalled because yes, this chemical is bad. Coincidently all the ones that have it have given my DD a rash and we don't use them!
Wicket - did Coles get back to you at all with a response?
i feel silly telling you ladies this but i was so shocked by the poor responses that people were getting about returning their wipes and the fact that woolies and coles were refusing to recall their products that i sent through story suggestion to some of the news shows on TV. I am not normally someone that would do that sort of thing but it is wrong that we still have this chemical in our wipes and other products when it is banded in so many other places. I also thought about the fact that word of mouth only goes so far and felt that every parent has the right to know about the NZ article. I hope your all on my side with this.
from a very silly feeling mum
mumsrulz
20-09-2011, 19:13
i feel silly telling you ladies this but i was so shocked by the poor responses that people were getting about returning their wipes and the fact that woolies and coles were refusing to recall their products that i sent through story suggestion to some of the news shows on TV. I am not normally someone that would do that sort of thing but it is wrong that we still have this chemical in our wipes and other products when it is banded in so many other places. I also thought about the fact that word of mouth only goes so far and felt that every parent has the right to know about the NZ article. I hope your all on my side with this.
from a very silly feeling mum
Don't feel silly at all! That's the best thing ever I think we should all ring and request it so they do it.
I took mine all back to Coles today and they acted like they knew nothing about it when yesterday I spoke to a manager and they received an internal memo so they are aware of it and as consumers have every right to return products for a refund.
It's a great idea :)
Lucy in the Sky
20-09-2011, 19:19
The worst thing is, I was in Woolies yesterday and I noticed all the Woolworths brand wipes that were banned in NZ are now ON SALE HALF PRICE!!!! :eek:
I presume are trying to off-load the rest of their stock onto poor, unsuspecting mums before the ban comes into force in Oz.
Just one of the many reasons why I hate Woolworths and wish it wasn't the only convenient supermarket for me to get to!
Misschief
20-09-2011, 20:12
Hmmmm, I dislike using chemicals on bubs. I use handmade bamboo velour wipes with a bit of water and lavender oil. Unfortunately when Im out and about, I do take the disposable wipes. Lucky I only use Huggies in that case.
Sturgette
20-09-2011, 20:37
I'm using Huggies with Shea Butter and they're ok. I'd guess that the other Huggies wipes wouldn't have it either
Misschief
20-09-2011, 22:26
A good friend of mine has a 6 week old little girl. She and her husband are long time employees at Woolies, so I thought they might be using their wipes and not know about this chemical. So I just rang her to tell her about it and her reply was "Well they have worked just fine on DS and I wont be swapping until they are taken of the shelf in Australia. I stand behind my employer and believe if these wipes would have really been harmful, they wouldn't have been released onto the market in the first place!"
Remind me to never warn people anymore. I only get told off for looking out for friends :(
Janesmum123
20-09-2011, 22:48
Can someone confirm for me if it's in the Aldi mamia fragrance free ones? It isn't listed on the pack??? Why are ppl saying it's in there?
Misschief
20-09-2011, 23:16
I am starting to think that maybe perhaps Aldi has made a change in the last few months. I was googling and found a new "premium" wipe range.
I don't know. But you would think that if it isn't listed on the packet, it wouldn't be in there. They would be withholding info that way.
Misschief
20-09-2011, 23:30
Argh, the select brand wipes are the only ones that don't seem to give my dd Nappy rash grrrrr. Back to the drawing board...
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If she really is that allergic, would you be willing to swap to soft cloth wipes with a spray bottle of either plain water or just a little lavender oil mixed in?
Again, I made my own wipes as DS has some nasty allergies as well. I made them of the most lush bamboo velour, its almost a shame to wipe poo with them lol.
Note to self : only cloth/ chucks wipes with home solution from now :yes:
How scary will have to point it out to friends :/
If your friends happen to be working at Woolies for a decade or 2, they might not appreciate you warning them. I got snapped at by my friend for trying to warn her. She stands behind her employer and wont stop using the wipes :rolleyes:
For anyone looking to convert to cloth wipes, have a look at THIS (http://littlediamondbums.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=60&Itemid=62) site. It has some handy tips and recipes for solutions.
BHCommunity
20-09-2011, 23:40
Please add your baby wipes review to our Reviews area for the chance to win a Jellystone teething necklace - click here for details -http://ow.ly/6zpIL.
Sorry - dd got in the way lol
Misschief - great link! What type of cloth do you use - do you just get a roll of chucks and the bamboo valor sounds great... Is there already a post on cloth wipes as I too need something quick and easy and if. Can
Misschief
21-09-2011, 12:35
You can buy ready made cloth wipes on Facebook. There are a whole bunch of cloth nappy makers (WAHM's) that sell the wipes. Or you can make them yourself if you're a little bit handy with a sewing machine. Unfortunately bamboo velour and cotton velour is mainly available online:
http://www.nappiescovered.com.au/search.php?search_query=bamboo+velour&x=0&y=0
http://www.fairyfabrics.com.au/store/WsDefault.asp?Cat=Fabric&Sub=51&isThumbs=Yes&Thumbs=100
Misschief
21-09-2011, 12:44
You can also google "cloth wipes". I found this website that sells bamboo wipes ready made. They aren't cheap though, but they are soooo soft and you can use them over and over again. Just dont wash them with fabric softener as this will make them less absorbent.
http://www.babysoftlandings.com.au/proddetail.php?prod=cloth_wipes_bamboo
Hey all :)
I haven't read all the replies so I'm not sure if anyone else has posted this or not but the chemical is also in the Boggie wipes :( I have used these on DS before when he had a cold, I just went to pick some up today and thought I'd read the product info and it was there, let's just say I won't be using them again.
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