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Is It Safe For Babies To Sleep In Fleece?

Is It Safe For Babies To Sleep In Fleece?

by Maureen Smithey
The short answer is yes, if the fleece is made with 100% natural fibers such as cotton that allows the body to respire. There’s so much confusion s...
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Are Your Products GOTS Certified?

Are Your Products GOTS Certified?

by Maureen Smithey
A question I receive on a regular basis and for good reason.  So let's break down the different certifications and what they mean for organic cloth...
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Organic Cotton: Shortages, Fraud and Green Washing

Organic Cotton: Shortages, Fraud and Green Washing

by Maureen Smithey
Before I started CastleWare Baby I owned a small cut and sew shop specializing in garments made from knitted fabrics. Most of my clients were small...
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Woman In Business - A Growing Force

Woman In Business - A Growing Force

by Maureen Smithey
October is National Women’s Small Business Month which is just another reason why I like the month of October so much. Alongside the crisp fall air...
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Impacts Of Fast Fashion On Landfills

Impacts Of Fast Fashion On Landfills

by Rosemary Edmiston
Some of my fondest memories of childhood were when I needed new clothes. A holiday, change in season or start of the school year meant a new outfit...
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Nursery Care for a Healthy Baby

Nursery Care for a Healthy Baby

by Maureen Smithey
With the advent of Covid-19 parents got busy, repeatedly cleaning their home’s surfaces and disinfecting frequently used items. Coupled with dilige...
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Best Baby Wear For Traveling and Camping

Best Baby Wear For Traveling and Camping

by Maureen Smithey
Traveling with young children can be both exciting and stressful. Sharing in their joy of new discovery is a wonderful feeling but what about the s...
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How to Take Stunning Photos of Your Newborn Baby

How to Take Stunning Photos of Your Newborn Baby

by Maureen Smithey
  Image: Pixabay As a parent, one of the most cherished moments in one’s life is welcoming a newborn baby to the family. Because it’s such a fleet...
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What Are the Different Types of Fleece Fabrics?

What Are the Different Types of Fleece Fabrics?

by Maureen Smithey
Fleece garments effortlessly hold us under their spell. They are warm, soft, and snugly – they tick all the right boxes. But before buying that cus...
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6 Ways to Keep Your Baby Snug During Winter Without Overheating

6 Ways to Keep Your Baby Snug During Winter Without Overheating

by CastleWare baby
Keeping them toasty in the frigid weather can therefore be a tad daunting. Then there is the risk of overheating as parents overzealously wrap them up in mounds of clothes.
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5 Reasons Why You Need to Kick Polyester Out of Your Bed

5 Reasons Why You Need to Kick Polyester Out of Your Bed

by CastleWare baby
Did you know that polyester is a health hazard? Did you know that it should not be in your sleep environment because of its toxicity?
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The Importance of Maintaining a Sleep Schedule During the Holidays

The Importance of Maintaining a Sleep Schedule During the Holidays

by CastleWare baby
Let's be honest. It's been quite a bumpy year for most of us. The Coronavirus Pandemic has overhauled nearly everything in our lives.
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