Organic Fabrics - Where did they come from?

Actually, organic is nothing new. It has been the default condition for the last thousands of years.

It only became a catchphrase after human science had evolved sufficiently to manufacture potent toxins and use them in our everyday lives. It was a classic example of creating a problem and then solving it. The irony is most of these toxins were invented to prevent inconveniences like flammable synthetic fabrics and slow growing cotton plants.

I'm certainly not against technological advancement, however I do think that some questions need to be asked more frequently. Such as - will solving this problem create a new, bigger problem? Is this progress for the sake of progress?

Firstly, it's important to understand the difference between organic and conventional cotton.

• Organic cotton is grown without the use of pesticides, and using only plant-based fertilizers.
• Conventional cotton is heavily sprayed with pesticides and uses strong chemical-based fertilisers.
• Organic Cotton is processed without the use of strong bleaches, harsh dyes, cancer causing chemicals.
• Conventional cotton processing uses known carcinogens such as formaldehyde and dioxins. Conventional mattresses often use suspected cancer causing substances such as PBDE's. They also often contain boric acid (also used as a roach killer) and antimony (a chemical very similar to cyanide.)
• Organic cotton has the natural ability to draw heat and moisture away. This makes it the perfect summer and winter option, helping you sleep at a cooler, more consistent temperature, all night long.
• Synthetic bedding temperatures frequently trap moisture and don't breathe well. This build up of condensation can cause mould growth and increased dust mites. They create a clammy, uncomfortable sleeping climate.
• Conventional Cotton also contains residues of the chemical used to grow and process it. This makes it not as soft as organic cotton, and can irritate the skin of sensitive babies.
• Organic cotton is hypoallergenic It's the comfortable choice for babies with allergies or sensitive skin.

60% of chemicals can be absorbed through a grown person's skin, and babies are even more sensitive. In fact, babies' skin is up to 6 times more sensitive.

Babies' lungs and digestive systems are still developing in the months after birth. They need extra care at this time. That's when chemical and pesticide free organic cotton is a benefit.

Organic farming encourages bio diversity. Farmers rotate crops so that the soil isn't depleted. This richer soil also gives more nutrients to plants. This makes them stronger and better able to resist pests.

Which means they don't need as much protection. Kind of a natural cycle.....

So organic baby bedding benefits the environment, it benefits our health and feels better against your skin.