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August 2018

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    Eco by Naty Disposable Nappies Review

    Over the last ten years I have tried a lot of nappy brands! Having 5 children with all with sensitive skin it’s been trial and error to get a nappy that doesn’t bring them out in a rash.  Eco by Naty disposable nappies were one of the first brands I tried over ten years ago with my first baby, back when they were Naty by Nature Babycare. I mainly used cloth nappies with my first baby but found disposables to be more convenient for night time, holidays and days out.

    Eco by Naty Disposable Nappies

    For various reasons I haven’t used cloth nappies with my youngest two children. I use supermarket nappies as it is convenient to buy them when I am doing the weekly food shopping. I was pleased to get the opportunity to try Eco by Naty nappies again recently when they sent me some to review.

    About Eco by Naty

    Eco by Naty are a Swedish brand founded in 1994 by a corporate lawyer turned ecological entrepreneur who wanted to create a disposable nappy that wouldn’t have a detrimental effect on the Swedish environment. As well as selling biodegradable and environmentally friendly nappies, Eco by Naty now produce a whole range of products including baby wipes, nappy pants and skin care.

    Eco by Naty Disposable Diapers, Wipes and Cream

    The nappies are made from natural and renewable material. The cornstarch film is naturally breathable which helps to prevent nappy rash. The wood pulp which is the main absorbent in the nappy is FSC certified. The nappies are free from chlorine, latex, TBT and fragrance. They have numerous certifications including one from the Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association.

    Eco by Naty Disposable Nappies

    I loved Eco by Naty nappies when I first tried them ten years ago but they have definitely improved. They are soft and fit Baby Girl perfectly. They are just as absorbent and comfortable as our usual nappies both during the day and at night. I will be honest, I expected them to leak overnight. Baby girl sleeps for 12 hours at night and our usual brand of nappy occasionally doesn’t last that long. I was pleased to find that the Eco by Naty nappies survived the full twelve hours.

    The nappies have a lovely simple design. We tried the size 4 nappies which had a leaf pattern with a larger leaf on the front. Other designs include a flower pattern and a cloud pattern.

    Eco by Naty Disposable Nappies

    Wipes

    We were also sent some baby wipes to try along with the nappies. The unscented sensitive wipes come in a pack of 56. They are made from 100% natural materials and are enriched with soothing Chamomile and Aloe Extract. The wipes are larger and thicker than the brand I usually use meaning I need half as many at each nappy change. They are soft and gentle on the skin and are very effective at cleaning. The wipes are also available in a lightly scented version and in a handy travel size pack.

    Rash Cream

    We also tried the rash cream which is made from plant based, natural and certified organic materials. The cream is gentle enough for daily use and soothes irritated skin and reduces redness. Baby Girl doesn’t suffer from nappy rash but does occasionally get a little bit of redness on her bottom. I apply the rash cream at the first sign of redness and it clears it up quickly.

    Eco by Naty Unscented Baby Wipes

    Other Eco by Naty Products

    As well as nappies and other baby products Eco by Naty also sell a range of family products including hand cream, body lotion and shampoo. I was pleased to be able to try the hand cream as I get dry skin on my hands from washing them often throughout the day. My hands were noticeably softer after just one application. The cream soaks in to the skin well and doesn’t leave a greasy film.  I don’t like my skincare products to have an overpowering smell so I was pleased that the natural ingredients in this cream give a lovely subtle fragrance.

    Eco by Naty cream and diapers

    Overall I am really pleased with the Eco by Naty Disposable Nappies and the other products we have tried. It is reassuring to know that they are gentle on my baby’s sensitive skin as they are free from harmful chemicals. If you would like to try Eco by Naty products visit the Naty webshop.

    *I received a selection of Eco by Naty products for the purpose of this review. All thought and opinions are my own.

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    Home Life

    Sure Signs You Should Snap that Property Up

    Have you been looking for the ideal new house for a long time and none of them feel just right? How do you know when you have finally found the right one? There is always the doubt that you will make a mistake and end up living somewhere you are not happy with, so just sit back relax and let’s talk about how you will know you have found your ideal home.

    You Want To See More

    If when you see the outside of a property it makes you want to see more that is a good start. Kerb appeal is an important factor in searching for the right home, and it is very probable that there have been a few that you have not liked the look of at all from the outside.

    Of course, what the outside is like is no guarantee that the inside will be just as good. But it is an indicator that if the present owners have taken trouble with the outside, they will have looked after the inside as well. You will only find out if you enter the house.

    It Feels Right As Soon As You Enter

    You usually know as soon as you walk into a house whether it feels like home or not. If it feels warm and welcoming, almost as though it is embracing you, there stands a good chance that this is the house for you.

    Some houses have a bad feeling about them, and often that is just relating to the viewer because it is not really what they are after. This can be particularly the case if it is the type of house you would not normally consider, but the agent has persuaded you that you really must view.

    Check Out The Bathrooms

    Research has shown that the room most people feel uncomfortable viewing is the bathroom, and that many do nothing more than put their head around the door and scan it briefly. It is said that it appears that people do not like to let their feet touch the floor of a bathroom they do not know. This does seem a bit strange unless they are looking at the house in bare feet, but it appears that even in their shoes, some people have an aversion to going into other people bathrooms.

    If you are happy to stroll into the bathroom and take a proper look, you should take this as a sign that this could be the house for you.

    Ignoring The Minor Defects

    You will always find minor defects in a property and if you find any of them are a problem, then you should not be buying this house. When you see things that need a small repair and that does not put you off, then it is more likely you have found your home. You may even get defensive about them, for instance, if the agent tries to point out that a new tap is needed on the kitchen sink, or that there is a crack in an internal doors glazing.

    When you want to tell them that none of these minor things matter that definitely means you should be considering buying this house.

    You Start Imagining How You Will Make It Look

    Are you starting to see your furniture in the house and how you would like it arranged, the walls painted the colours you want and imagining the house with any other changes that would put your stamp on it are all a sure sign that this is the house for you.

    Can you see exactly where your bed will go in the master bedroom? Have you already decided on a new colour scheme? Do you know where you will put your Christmas tree, or how you will accommodate visitors over the holiday season? If so, you can stop looking at other houses right now.

    Do not waste your time viewing other properties, as you have probably found the right one for you and looking at more will just become a bit of a chore.

    The House Covers All Your Needs

    Before you go any further ask yourself if the house fits your needs? Does it have the right number of bedrooms and bathrooms, for instance, and has it got an extra room that could be used as a home office or playroom? Does it have a garage, or at least the space to have one erected? Is the garden secure enough for your dog, or will you need to put up some new fencing?

    It might not have everything exactly as you want, but if it fits your basic needs, you can alter it to provide some of the other things once it has become yours. Some of the things, such as painting, are far easier to do in an empty house. As desperate as you might be to actually move in, a couple of days delay could mean that you have the painting done beforehand. That will make the whole move easier to handle, and there will be less messing once you are in.

    You Want To Tell Everyone

    Have you found that you want to tell everyone about this wonderful house you have found? Have you taken a few photos to put on your social media page? Has that few photos for your social media pages turned into hundreds? Are you feeling excited at the prospect of moving into this house? All of these things make it even more likely that you have found the home of your dreams.

    Sleep On It

    Before you make that final step of offering to buy the house of your dreams, you should sleep on it and see if you still feel the same the next day. If you have a troublesome night because of all your plans for your new home or, you sleep soundly knowing you have found it, then the next day you can deal with the next phase of ensuring it belongs to you.

    Good luck, I hope you find the home of your dreams and spend many happy years living there. There are so many amazing properties to choose from that it can be difficult. But if all of the signs are there, you will know when to act.

    *This is a collaborative post.