Having a girl to dress up

The decision to have a second child, in my opinion, is much more difficult than having the first. After going through the whole labour/recovery process and the sleepless nights, I'm still deliberating about No. 2. We've been blessed to have such an adorable boy, for whom I'm thankful to God for. There's no doubt that I do not wish Matty (i.e. No. 1) to be an only child. Sometimes, I wonder whether I will love No. 2 as much as Matty.  Let's see when the time comes. :)

But since we have quite a bit of girls' clothing and accessories in the store, I can't help swooning over them. I wish I had a girl to dress up! Boys clothes and shoes tend to be in blue/brown/green/grey colour scheme, so it is truly refreshing to see such burst of colours like the Joyfolie shoes!

MyEcoBabe is proud to be the first retailer in Singapore to carry Joyfolie. This brand of shoes, has been popular in the US for some time.   New arrivals get snapped up within minutes (literally!). Where can you find such sophisticated and chic shoes for girls?  And what is even more cool - it comes with  a matching clip! These shoes are also lined with eco-friendly cotton and are constructed via a combination of organic and sustainable materials. Are you in shoe heaven yet? :)

Here are the shoes we currently carry in our store:

1) Charlotte Shoes in Cream - the perfect shoes for the flower girl

    

2) Sabrina Shoes - A stunning designer fabric which goes well with the colourful dresses your little one has!

3) Saidi Shoes - The everyday shoes - goes perfectly with any combination

4) Luna Shoes - Cool and chic for those formal occasions. Also worn by Emma Lyle on the red carpet!

                 

Why buy organic clothing?

Organic clothing is generally more expensive than normal clothing, but do you know you can actually save money with organic clothing?  With the frenzy of toy recalls, people have started asking questions.  Are their children's toys safe?  How about their clothes?  It is time to look more closely at all the things our children eat, touch, feel and wear in their everyday lives. Here is a quick summary:

Why organic?

1) Fewer chemicals used: Normal cotton clothing typically retains harmful toxic residues, and can cause rashes, allergic reaction, skin irritation and eczema on sensitive skin.  We all know that babies' skin is far more sensitive than adults, so why not buy organic clothing for your little one?

2) Soft and comfortable for our babies and children:  Whereas pesticide and chemically-treated clothing traps heat and prevents skin from absorbing adequate moisture—often causing rashes and eczema on sensitive skin, organic cotton is natural and breathable.  Children with allergies particularly benefit, as organic cotton does not have the residual toxic residues that linger on conventional cotton.  Even those without sensitive skin find organic cotton more comfortable and kid-friendly.  The longer fibres stretch as children grow.

3) Less water/carbon is used:  Today, conventional cotton crops occupy about 3% of the world's cultivated areas but yet it consumes 25% of pesticides and 10% of insecticides produced in the world.  By buying organic products you are also helping to prevent, water pollution, loss of biodiversity, and reducing soil fertility

Why wouldn’t you buy organic?

1) The fabric lasts longer:  Although organic clothes cost more, in the long run, it will be a better purchase as it is more durable than non-organic cotton.  While non-organic cotton generally starts breaking after 20 washes, organic cotton safely lasts up to at least 100 washes!

2) The fabric is gorgeous :)

3) No bleaching or harsh chemicals are used in organic cotton:  Since such clothes are produced organically, it is safer for our environment.  So, when you purchase organic clothes, you not only are making a healthier choice for your child, but also our environment!