Green Cleaning Products for Baby's Nursery

When welcoming your new baby into the world, you want to provide a clean and healthy environment. In the last few years, we've learned that some of the chemicals used for cleaning and for other purposes can be harmful to the health - and even the mental development - of the precious new addition to your family. It is especially important to keep the nursery clean and as chemically free as possible, since your baby will initially spend most of the hours of his or her day sleeping in the nursery. Then, as your baby grows, he or she will begin exploring. You want your nursery to be as clean and friendly as possible, so that your baby will not be exposed to dangerous and toxic chemicals.

Setting Up a Clean, Green Nursery

Part of having a clean and green nursery for your baby is setting it up in a manner that is chemical free and non-toxic. This means that any cleaning and painting should be done at least a month before the baby comes. And, while you are pregnant, you should not do much of the cleaning and painting yourself. Get friends and family to help you. Use special cleaning products that are environmentally friendly and come in recycled containers. Also, for the paint, use water-based organic paint. This paint is less harmful in general. However, it does need to be cured, just as regular paint does. Have the painting done at least four to six weeks in advance of the baby's birth, and cure it using a space heater.

Clean the flooring thoroughly using a green cleaner, such as products from www.PristinePlanet.com. or www.GoGreenBabyShop.com. This is not the time to put in new carpeting. If you do, make sure you get it in at least two months before the baby is born. Natural linoleum is a better choice than carpet, since it is easier to clean and has fewer allergens.

Cleaning Products for the Green Nursery

Once you set up a green nursery that is healthful for your child, you need to keep it that way. Use green cleaning products for the nursery. These are cleaning products that are non-toxic and do not contain harmful chemicals. Some of the characteristics that you should look for when choosing green cleaning products for your nursery include:

* No phosphates.
* No chlorine.
* No solvents made from petroleum.
* No glycol ethers.
* No acids.
* Fragrance free.
* Hypo-allergenic.
* Choose plant-derived surfactants.
* Main ingredient water.
* Includes soil emulsifiers were naturally derived.
* Biodegradable.
* Non-toxic.
* Try to get something that comes in a recycled container.

There are many green cleaning products for the nursery available online. These products might be a little pricier, but it is usually worth it to ensure a safer and chemical-free environment. It will also mean that your child will be healthier, and the right environment can also stimulate better mental development.

One of the products that serves as a good general nursery cleaner is the Ecodiscoveries Nursery Gentle Cleaner from www.ExclusivelyGreenMarket.com. This general cleaner can be used on a variety of surfaces, including tile, wood, rubber, vinyl and plastic. (You should, however, check plastic toys to ensure that they are the less-toxic variety.) And there are plenty of other cleaning products for the green nursery that can serve as all-purpose cleaners. Use all-purpose cleaners to periodically clean:

* Floors.
* Window coverings (natural wood with non-toxic finish or aluminum).
* Toys.
* Crib surfaces.

Cleaning Nursery Linens

Part of keeping a green nursery clean is to use green cleaning products on the linens. Nursery linens and clothing should be made from cotton - organic cotton if possible - and other natural fibers, like wool. They should be soft as well, and neither dyed nor treated. There are green laundry detergents that are biodegradable and non-phosphorous that will clean your baby's clothes and bed linens in a safe and non-chemical manner. One place you can find green detergents and cleaning products that work rather well is www.SeventhGeneration.com.

You want your baby's first environment to be as clean and as natural as possible. Green nursery cleaners can help you keep your baby safe from harmful chemicals, keep the environment relatively free of allergens and provide a clear space for good mental and social development. By choosing the right cleaners, you can provide a safe and healthy start for your precious little one.