Baby-safe products

We always want the best for our children, especially to keep them free from hidden toxins in everyday products or anything that can be harmful to their delicate skin. Many parents think that products labelled "natural" are expensive, which is sometimes true of certain brands. One of the most affordable natural products in the market is the Tiny Buds range. The brand is eco-certified, has food-safe ingredients, FDA- Approved, and has such a mild formula.

Baby Bottle and Utensil Wash - a must have! This extra mild bottle and cutlery wash is made with 100 percent food-safe ingredients that effectively wash away bacteria build-up and unusual odors in bottles, cutlery, and other baby and children feeding accessories. Plus, it smells really nice, too!

Baby Toothbrush - called the Tiny Chewbrush, this is made with baby-safe rubber and promotes chewing and baby independence. Made of 100 percent liquid silicone rubber and with a unique shape, it makes brushing a lot more fun for baby.

Hand Sanitizer (Liquid form) - A very handy product, the Tiny Buds hand sanitizers are made with food-safe plant and fruit alcohols. Plus, there are three designs to choose from, including a crab, a jellyfish or a star fish.

Kiddie Tooth Gel - This fluoride-free tooth gel for "tiny fangs" comes in fruity flavors. Stage One is non-foaming and recommended for babies six months and above. Stage Two is low-foaming and mild minty, and makes for a wonderful practice to prepare your little one for actual adult toothpastes.

Natural Baby Bath - It is a combined shampoo and body wash that protects from dryness. Just a small amount is needed for a full body pampering!

Natural Fluffy Bath Sponge - Made with natural vegetable fiber, it is free from potentially harmful chemicals and made of food-grade ingredients. It's soft, too.

Natural Soothing Cool Gel - This natural cooling gel helps reduce swelling and redness from insect bites, scratches and bruises. It is very handy to pack into the child's bag.

Natural Soothing Light Cream - This non-greasy moisturising cream helps soothe nappy rashes and other minor skin irritations and allergies.

Rice Baby Powder - This is the first hypo-allergenic baby powder made from 100 percent real rice grains and is 100 percent talc-free, and made for very delicate skin. It is a product that can be used from birth onwards; it repels sweat, retains natural moisture and prevents prickly heat. It is an internationally awarded baby product.

Sticky Hand Wipes - Made with moisturising chamomile and vitamin E, this very handy item can clean and nourish sticky little hands. It's thick and silky. It has an attractive packaging too, for there is a bear printed on, which is quite a come-on for  children.

These items are available at most children's stores or groceries. The company website is: www.tinybudsbaby.com; and e-mail address is: [email protected].