Why French moms don't use baby wipes (and what they do instead)
If you've ever wondered why French babies rarely get diaper rash, the answer is simpler than you'd think — and it fits in one pump. No wipes, no separate barrier cream, no faff. Just one gentle product that cleans, moisturises, and protects all in one step. The French have been onto this for decades. We're just here to make it easy for the rest of us.
Non-toxic baby skincare products aren't the norm (we're changing that)
First things first: if you've been using a diaper balm that isn't “clean”, please don't panic. You are a great mum. You've been doing your best with the information available - and honestly, the information available on this topic is pretty hard to find. That's exactly why we're talking about it. Recently, the wonderful Lead Safe Mama - a trusted independent tester who has built her whole platform around helping parents make safer choices - sent our Diaper Balm to a third-party certified lab for testing. She was checking for heavy metals: lead, cadmium, mercury, and arsenic. And our balm...
What to put on a baby registry (7 things to start with)
Overwhelmed by baby registry lists? Here’s a simpler, more thoughtful approach to what to put on a baby registry - focused on real life, everyday use, and keeping things calm.
How to plan a baby shower (the simple, French-ish way)
Planning a baby shower? A simple, minimalist approach inspired by French parenting can make it more meaningful, less stressful, and focused on people over stuff.
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