The world is changing rapidly. The global population is growing. This leads to increased consumption and higher emissions… together, we must ensure that we minimize our impact on the planet… and that includes sustainable initiatives! There are many sustainable developments in the world of baby products. Washable diapers and heated changing pads are examples of this. In this blog, you can read more about how to live sustainably with a baby on the way.
Heated changing pad
One product that has seen little in the way of sustainable innovation so far is the changing pad. A cold piece of plastic that you place your baby on 2,500 times during their first year of life. Is there a better way? Absolutely! Wumby introduces the only heated changing pad. Having a heated changing pad offers several advantages. Not only is the pad not made of plastic. But because the pad is heated, you also don’t have to turn the heat up as high to keep the nursery warm.
How much electricity does the heated changing pad use?
But… doesn’t a heated changing padlike that use a lot of electricity? You might think so, but the opposite is true. The Wumby heated changing pad uses just 0.015 kWh of electricity. What does this mean in practice? Assuming a price of €0.40 per kWh and half an hour of use per day, using a Wumby heated changing pad costs just €1.09 per year! Yes, you read that right—1 euro per year! Now that’s sustainable! Not only good for your wallet, but also good for our planet. Wumby contributes to a sustainable planet. No plastic, lower heating costs, reduced CO2 emissions, and very low energy consumption!
Cloth diapers
Another sustainable alternative for baby products is cloth diapers. Cloth diapers emit significantly fewer greenhouse gases than disposable diapers. This is mainly due to the materials used. Furthermore, they are also better for the baby’s health, as these diapers do not contain chemicals such as chlorine, perfume, or polyacrylate. Furthermore, children become potty-trained faster with washable diapers because they can feel more quickly when they have peed or pooped. Finally, as the name suggests, you can wash the diapers, making them cost-effective. You do have to do a bit more laundry, but this doesn’t compare to the consumption of disposable diapers.
Secondhand or borrowed?
Another way you can contribute to the sustainable use of baby products as a parent is by buying secondhand items or borrowing baby gear. Babies grow quickly, so you’ll only use many items for a limited time. That’s why you might choose to buy secondhand baby gear, for example. You can also borrow baby items from a friend or family member who no longer needs them (temporarily). Would you rather have new baby items? Then opt for adjustable furniture for your child. This will last much longer and is therefore much more sustainable.
