Comments on: 8 Homemade Baby Care Recipes (That Really Work)

By: Nancy

Nancy — Sun, 20 Feb 2022 18:30:52 +0000

Hi, and thank you for sharing your recipes! My son is expecting his first baby in August, and I would like to make a collection of baby products for his new son ahead of time. What is the shelf life for each of your posted recipes? I plan to make all of them…except the amber teething ring, as I don’t know where to find an authentic one.

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 02:04:57 +0000

In reply to Lilly. Because shea and coconut oil have different melting temps when the mixture gets warm they could start to separate. That's my best guess. You could try adding some beeswax so it's a little firmer and doesn't melt as easily. The updated version also has beeswax in it.

By: Lilly

Lilly — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 13:21:47 +0000

In reply to Mindy.

Hi there!

I made your original natural diaper cream recipe and at first the mixture stayed together, but over time it separated. This seemed to be temperature related. I fixed the issue by stirring to combine and keeping the jar in the fridge, but ideally I’d keep it on my changing station.

I was hoping you would have some suggestions on how to prevent this separation. The coconut oil and Shea butter I used do not turn liquid in my house, so I’m not sure why the combination of ingredients would. Maybe I prepared the mixture in correctly? Perhaps I added the coconut oil to the Shea when it was too hot???

Any help would be very appreciated!

By: Louise

Louise — Sat, 11 Jul 2020 09:18:38 +0000

Do you have any suggestions for a remedy for colic?

By: Mary Brice

Mary Brice — Wed, 27 Mar 2019 16:48:24 +0000

Amazing idea. I never thought of this. It is so different and unique. The cream that we buy from markets are not that beneficial. They have harmful chemicals. At-least the creams made at home are safe from those chemicals. They are much better for your skin. I hope you share more interesting recipes like these.

By: Khushi Bansal

Khushi Bansal — Thu, 10 Jan 2019 09:24:48 +0000

My lotion is becoming like bees wax when cooled and not like cream. What should I do?

By: Mehwish

Mehwish — Sat, 18 Aug 2018 19:56:36 +0000

Can you please elaborate on how you wash your daughter’s hair with microfiber cloth ?
This sounds amazing !

By: Nicolette

Nicolette — Thu, 26 Jul 2018 23:00:06 +0000

Hi Wellness Mama! I love your site and all the info! Thank you! I need some help:

I made the “Natural Diaper Cream-Cloth Diaper Safe” and it did not combine to a paste. What did I do wrong? Is it because of the warm weather? I followed your directions, but its just not thickening. I added another tablespoon of arrowroot powder… but no luck. Please help, thank you!

By: Summer

Summer — Tue, 26 Jun 2018 15:17:46 +0000

How long do each of these last? I am due in Septemver and want to start making up some of this in advance. When should I do that and how much of each do you think I could get away with making in advance?

By: Katie - Wellness Mama

Katie - Wellness Mama — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 13:50:10 +0000

In reply to Sarah. I don't start brushing their teeth that early...

By: Sarah

Sarah — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 07:22:12 +0000

How do you clean your babies teeth if they are under six months old? I hope you can help advise as I’m not sure what to do as he’s not yet eating… I make your tooth powder for myself but is it safe for little ones? Thanks

By: Lexy

Lexy — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 01:47:51 +0000

In reply to Emily. Use more shea butter or leave out the coconut oil entirely. If you want to keep the recipe the same simply store in the fridge.

By: Emily

Emily — Wed, 21 Mar 2018 21:57:58 +0000

Can you help??? Mine won’t thicken into a lotion-like substance. I used corn starch instead of the zinc oxide but according to another recipe I saw, this should also thicken the cream. And I used a LOT more than called for. It’s so runny!!

By: Shannon

Shannon — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 17:29:13 +0000

I just want to say I absolutely love all of the recipes you have!!! I began switching over to all natural when starting to use essential oils about 6 months ago. You have been so helpful! Love the body wash, shampoo, deodorant, sunscreen, baby care, FACE CARE ROUTINE!!! (Especially for myself and my daughter – just going into puberty and learning about self-care so much more now).
Although the process of switching over our home to all-natural has been a slow one, it would have been so hard to do without you! Next step – home cleaners!
Thank you again for all that you do!

By: Wellness Mama

Wellness Mama — Wed, 07 Feb 2018 01:35:21 +0000

In reply to Ajibade. Yes. Just make sure any essential oils you use are baby-safe and heavily diluted.

By: Ajibade

Ajibade — Tue, 06 Feb 2018 18:39:56 +0000

hi! love your recipes. Can they be used for newborns?

By: Christie

Christie — Thu, 01 Feb 2018 21:08:00 +0000

For a shampoo and baby wash, is everyday shea an ok brand to use? We try to not bathe more than once a week. My kiddo is 14 months

By: Dora

Dora — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 05:10:09 +0000

Hello!!I love all your recipes. I have a small problem with the baby shampoo. I wash my baby’s hair with Dr bronners baby mild as well as with Dr woods baby mild and keep smells bad.I tried essential oil or rose water but nothing. I look up for babies shampoo at ewg but the most of them are not good although are rated A. Any suggestions???thank you in advance

By: Beth

Beth — Sat, 04 Nov 2017 00:40:35 +0000

In preparation for my recent birth I made infused chamomile oil. I was worried about the alcohol cont t of the chamomile tincture you recommend it I knew I had to do something. So I let chamomile flowers soak in a jar of olive oil for a long time ( so long my hubby started to complain !) then I sieved out the flowers and mixed in an equal part coconut oil. Keep it at room temperature. It’s a great after bath rub and a great behind the ears massage oil for teething pains.

By: Katie - Wellness Mama

Katie - Wellness Mama — Mon, 16 Oct 2017 17:22:54 +0000

In reply to Jocelyn. Not specifically, but all my homemade one's will work for kids and babies too!