Our new batch of drool pads are here and are ready for order. You now get two designs on a pair of drool pads! Flip them inside out for a different look and style. All comes with 3 ribbons on the side.
Double sided drool pads go for $35/pair with free postage! For those of you interested in our single print drool pads, you will be pleased to know that they are still available at $30/pair!
Now go check out the various designs of our new drool pads!
Are you looking for a little something that smells great and eases your baby or child to sleep easily?
The Little Innoscents Vapour Balm is one great product that does just that. It contains the essential oils of Lavender, Eucalyptus, Rosemary and Spearmint which when combined, makes a balm gentle on baby’s sinuses, and soothes them. Perfect for blocked noses and cough, and it is safe for newborns due to the high quality of ingredients used!
I use them daily on both my kids as part of the bedtime routine. They enjoy a little back and chest massage, and the oils get released from the warmth of your hands.
Lavender: eliminates nervous tension, relieve pain, treat respiratory problems
Eucalyptus: decongestant, anti-bacterial, anti-septic,
Rosemary: anti-septic, anti-spasmodic
Spearmint: helps relax contractions in spasms (like coughing)
Food pouches are great for feeding on the go. In Singapore, some of the more popular ones are Plum Organics, Ella’s Kitchen, Gerbers, Happy Baby, and Heinz.
However, while convenient, food pouches can be costly. Hence the introduction of resuable food pouches; brands like Sinchies and Squooshi are some common names related to reusable food pouches. We tried it ourselves and while it is great for us to be able to pop in home prepared puree for our little one, the filling up and washing is real hassle, especially when we have blended avocados into the food (high fat content food and plastic just doesn’t go hand in hand). Washing is pretty tough because of the corners, and once you are done washing, drying is another issue as the pouch tends to flop together.
Faced these issues, we decided to give Sili Squeeze™ a try. Sili Squeeze™, unlike the usual reusable food pouches, is made of certified food- and medical-grade safe materials that are BPA-, Phthlate-, PVC-, latex- and lead-free. The pouch body is made of silicon and the spout is made of clear TPE ((thermo-plastic elastomer).
Washing is a breeze; everything can be disassembled for washing and is dishwasher safe (top rack only). What’s more, it has a spill proof spout to prevent any accidental squeeze and spillage. There is also a free flowing spout for older kids with developed fine motor skills. A funnel is also available to help you pour your favourite puree or yogurt into the Sili Squeeze™, making it easier to clean up.
[youtube video_id=”DYpLyT0dccc” width=”640″ height=”360″ ]Learn more about the Sili Squeeze™.
For generations in Singapore, Ru Yi You or 如意油 has been used by mothers (and grandmothers) to get rid of tummy wind or bloatedness in the stomach. Usually applied after the baby’s bath and around the belly button, Ru Yi Oil contains these ingredients:
What’s really causing that warm feeling to expel ‘wind’ is the peppermint oil. Mothers would also very quickly learn to not apply Ru Yi Oil directly on the baby’s skin to avoid over application of the oil resulting in a burning sensation. Looking at the list of ingredients, you would also notice Light Liquid Parrafin (?!?!). I would not be comfortable putting that stuff on my baby’s skin.
An alternative to get rid of stomach wind is the Buds Calming Tummy Rub. It soothes and calms your baby’s upset tummy. It is organic and contains organic peppermint, ginger and fennel to help ease the discomfort of bloated stomach. It also contains lavender essential oil to relax and calm your baby. Being formulated for babies and organic in nature, you will not have to worry about it causing damage to your baby’s skin.
Tips on applying:
As you know, eczema is a chronic skin condition that results in itchy and irritated skin. The area is usually dry and scratching it just worsen the condition. A good regimen is important to control eczema, and it includes washing and moisturising the skin. In Singapore’s humid and hot weather, it makes it worse for people with eczema due to perspiration and heat.
In mild cases, doctors may prescribe over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream. Corticosteroid creams and ointments are also usually prescribed to treat and control eczema. A stronger steroid cream would also be prescribed if the eczema is more severe. Dermatologists would usually recommend that you keep the skin hydrated by regular shower (with a non-drying body wash) and to moisturise immediately afterwards. The purpose of the moisturiser is to keep the keep hydrated, which soothes the itch. The cream or lotion should be applied following the line of the hairs on the skin to reduce irritation.
At biglittleme.com, we have a range of organic and natural products that can help control and treat eczema. We have body wash that are gentle on the skin, reduce irritation, and are suitable for babies with eczema. The Little Innoscents Hair and Body Wash is a deep-cleansing hair & body gel infused with sandalwood and sweet orange essential oils. The Super Soothing Hydrating Cleanser by Buds Organics Soothing range cleanses sore, irritated and eczema-prone skin. It contains gluco-oligosaccharide which is a prebiotic that selectively fuels the growth of the healthy bacteria on your baby’s skin while inhibiting the growth of detrimental bacteria.
For after bath care, we have the Little Innoscents Intensive Soothing Cream with the healing properties of calendula & therapeutic properties of rosewood essential oils. This cream soothes itches and moisturise eczema prone skin. The other option is the Buds Organic Super Soothing Rescue Lotion. It is boosted with gluco-ogliosaccharide and packed with a combination of organic ingredients such as calming Shiso extract, soothing aloe vera, recovery boosting Spent Grain Wax, antioxidant rich Olive Leaf Extract and hydrating Fructan that will nourish, treat and heal your baby’s sore, irritated eczema prone skin. It is a best seller for many of our eczema sufferers, babies and adults!
We weren’t kidding when we said Bio+Green Crystals organic cleaners just follow a “spray & wipe” principle. No scrubbing. No harsh toxins. No chemical fumes. Here, we are using the Bathroom Cleaner to remove soap scum build up in the bathroom tiles. You know..those familiar pink tinge to the grout in the bathroom?
Bio+Green Crystals uses ingredients derived from plants and minerals. It is safe and doesn’t contain toxic chemicals. In fact, it is so safe that if one were to accidentally drink it, all you need to do is to just drink heaps of water to flush it out.
And best of all, you don’t have to worry about damaging or drying out your hands cos all you need is one finger, one cloth to wipe the fluid off.
This is just another way you can use the bathroom cleaner on: glass shower panels. Soap scum builds up easily on the glass, making it foggy and when you run your fingers across the glass, it is not really smooth any more.
I used to have to buy those “magic” sponges and spend my time squatting in the shower, and rub/scrub it all off. What an utter waste of time. Now, just spray and wipe.
Pfffpt. Simplify life and spend your precious time on better things in life.
How many times have the toy you brought out been dropped on the floor by your kiddo while he/she is in the the carrier, stroller or high chair? All too many times for us, and you wonder if the toy is still clean and safe for your child to play and chew on. Then out comes the anti-bacterial wipes to clean the toy but my experience with wipes is that it doesn’t reach those little corners and gaps.
Now, we have a solution for this. How about a toy cleaner that you can bring out in your diaper bag? Check out the Buds Organics Anti-Bacterial Toy & Surface Cleaner. It comes in a 150ml spray bottle that you can tuck in any diaper bag. Just spray, wipe to clean and let it dry naturally. It simple, quick and very handy. What makes it effective is the key ingredient of organic Tea Tree Oil which is known for its natural anti-bacterial properties and is very effective against harmful bacteria and viruses!
I never knew about wet bags until I saw a friend using it. We were into cloth diapering (1st kid and all then) and I had been using plastic bags to store them. With plastic bags, we always had to check that they didn’t have holes, otherwise we would end up with a stinky diaper bag with rancid diluted pee juice.
Yucks!
It wasn’t much later when the kid was very much into water parks that I finally decided to “invest” in wet bags. It was a lifesaver. I never ever have to worry about liquids in the diaper bag. Just stuff wet swim suit, wet towel, wet everything into the wet bag and we’re set to go.
But apparently, that wasn’t the end of it.
One of the inner lining of our wet bag is made of PUL. And my experience with PUL lining hasn’t been really good. They separate from the fabric after extended wash and after extensive exposure to the sun. Totally not cool. Which led us to these wet bags from Bumkins.
Bumkins’ line of wet bags are made with their easy wipe waterproof fabric, which is both stain and odour resistant. A waterproof fabric means no lining, just one single piece of fabric. No worry about your wet bag separating into pieces. And it is flat. Beautifully flat, which means it doesn’t take up space in your diaper bag. It is just as good as having another piece of fabric in your bag.
The wet bags are heat sealed, meaning no visible stitches in the lining, and you don’t have to worry about liquid leaking through any seams or any zip snagging onto the seams.
Do visit our shop and check out the different designs we have. They are $16 each and measure 30cm x 35cm.
Introducing this new product that we will be adding to our Buds Organics range: an organic lip balm for babies!
Ever held that stick of lippy and wondered if it is suitable for your kid when you are on holiday?
“What if they eat/lick what’s on their lips?”
Fret not, the Buds Cherished Organics uses the highest quality of ingredients (in this case, Inca Inchi oil), and it is fragrance free so it does not upset your baby’s delicate taste buds! Perfect for protecting those precious moist lips for kissing.
Shield your baby’s perfect lips with our healing and nourishing Pukka Pucker Lip Balm by Buds Cherished Organics. The two key ingredients, Inca Inchi oil (which provides the polyunsaturated fatty acids critical to building the skin’s lipid barrier) and Lavandula Stoechas (which rebuilds and strengthens the structure of the outer skin cells to prevent peeling) are delivered to your child’s lips through a rich emollient base.
Did you know that you actually do need sunscreen even if it is going to be cloudy and rainy? Seriously, I would have thought all that cloud would block out some UV rays, no? That was until I read about this: “Do I need sunscreen on a day with extreme UV levels if it’s cloudy?”
Well, just in case you decide that you need some totally awesome organic sunscreen, I’ve got one for you. Have I tried it? Of course! The kids get some too. We used it for our staycation earlier this week and the kids gets pretty water-logged when we go on a staycation. We used the Little Innoscents Sun Lotion. What I liked about this one is it doesn’t smell like any other sunscreen, it is fragrance free. It doesn’t leave that white film over the skin. And it rubs in really well. This sun lotion contains calendula, aloe vera and Vitamin E, so your skin remains hydrated whilst being protected.
But wait, there’s more. We also tried the Buds Organics Solar Care Lotion. It had a light floral scent, and rubbed in really well too! This would be for mothers who prefer titanium dioxide over zinc oxide because the Buds Solar Care Lotion uses titanium dioxide as it’s active ingredient! I am one happy mummy.
