‘Baby Greens Diaper Co’ is our supplier of this fantastic range of Nappies and accessories. The companies mission is to provide a more economical, environmental and healthy nappy alternative. Their commitment to discover ways that they can help our global community reverse the affects that condemn our environment today so that we may preserve our tomorrow is our first reason to support this company. The second is the quality of the products, and the success we have had with using them.
Using only the highest quality, eco-friendly fibres, these nappies, wipes and newborn contours are soft, absorbent and fit beautifully. Fibres used include a blend of 55% hemp/45% cotton knits, recycled soda bottle fibre, hypoallergenic, non-PVC poly resin snaps and 100% unbleached cotton thread and elastic.
Why Hemp?
Hemp is one of the world’s most biodegradable and sustainable fibres.
It contains amazing natural anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties
which resist the mould and bacteria that can cause nappy rash. Its unique
breath ability allows constant airflow, making it the ideal cloth to touch
baby’s delicate skin.
Hemp Facts
Hemp is truly one of the world’s most amazing renewable resources. Known to be the most ancient cultivated fibre, over the past 12,000 years farmers have harvested industrial hemp into what now has come to produce over 25,000 commercial uses. These products widely range from high essential fatty acid foods and bio-fuel to cement and non-petroleum based plastics.
Hemp is grown without difficulty in many climates. Naturally protecting itself, it is easily sustained without the use of pesticides and herbicides that currently pollute our drinking water. One acre of hemp produces 4 times more pulp than that of mature trees, and it can be harvested in 4 months rather than 20 years. Choosing hemp as our renewable resource today can, in itself, reverse damage that has been done and help save the Earth.
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Newborn ContoursPerfect to use on their own for those first few months, and then
as baby gets older, use them as extra boosters for your nappies.
Simply lie in flat or fold in half for extra absorbency where
your baby needs it. |
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Growing Greens™ NappyGrowing Greens TM Nappy is an original one size hemp nappy, fitting an amazing 5-35lbs! Constructed entirely from the softest hemp/green cotton fleece and 100% unbleached cotton thread, this is the only nappy you’ll ever need. The unique non-PVC, hypoallergenic, poly resin snap system offers wide adjustment for thigh and waist. Unbleached cotton, natural rubber elastic at leg and back allow for a custom fit that is great for containing messes. The snap in design allows for a thorough cleanse and quick drying time. Each nappy includes a unique snap in contour. Used alone, the contour fits newborns 5-10 lbs. |
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Cloth WipesA great alternative to disposable wipes! |
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Day DoublersWhen extra absorbency is needed these doublers are thirsty, yet trim. The great hourglass shape contours baby’s body and fits perfectly into any nappy. Daytime doublers include two layers of hemp fleece and one layer of French terry.
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Night DoublersWhen extra absorbency is needed these doublers are thirsty, yet trim. The great hourglass shape contours baby’s body and fits perfectly into any nappy. The night-time doublers are great for heavy wetting consisting
of two layers of hemp fleece and French terry, topped with a smooth
layer of micro fleece for wetness protection. |
Washing and Care
Hemp naturally has oils that need to be washed before adequate performance is achieved. Nappies will become more absorbent with washings. The hemp fibre should be washed at least three times, in very hot water, with 1 cup of vinegar in the rinse cycle. Nappies then can be used and washed using half the usual amount your favourite biodegradable detergent, or simply a splash of tea tree oil or lavender oil. Using a small amount of washing detergent will allow the cleaning agent not to build up in the nappies. We occasionally add 1/2 cup of vinegar to the rinse cycle for softness, absorption and to restore PH. Nappies will shrink to size, mostly in length, with the first three washes. We prefer to hang our nappies in the sunlight, but when this is not possible it’s ok to put them in the dryer*.
Using fabric softeners or bleach can ruin nappies and possibly harm your child’s skin. We advise that they should not be used.
* Tumble drying may extend the life of the fibres.
* Special Note
Please do not boil Baby Greens® nappies. Although made to withstand high
temperature, doing so may result in damaging poly resin snaps and natural
rubber in elastic.