A brighter future for my children?

Becoming a parent is a transforming journey, one of the biggest life-changing events that anyone can go through. It is no wonder that, when we welcome new life into the world, many new parents reflect on the world they are bringing their children into and the role they play in shaping it. The question "What world am I creating for my children?" has the power to inspire change, leading us to seek sustainable alternatives with the goal of securing a brighter future. 

Let's talk about toys

“The toy industry is the most plastic intensive industry in the world”

One of the pressing concerns for parents is the environmental footprint of raising children. When you have children it can be more complicated to live a sustainable life. Babies grow (very!) rapidly, necessitating a constant influx of new clothes that replace the outgrown. Sadly, instead of passing these garments on or donating them, a staggering 20 billion pounds of clothing are discarded annually. Moreover, the well-intentioned gifts of plastic toys that adorn baby showers often meet a grim fate. Over a third of these toys are abandoned within a month, ultimately contributing to a shocking 24,000 tons of plastic waste dumped into our oceans daily.

The Diaper Dilema

Babies, as we all know, go through an abundance of diapers, a lot of them! Disposable diapers alone generate a staggering 3.5 million tons of landfill waste each year, taking a mind-boggling 500 years to decompose. Additionally, baby wipes, used at a rate of about 3,000 per year per baby, contain dreaded microplastics that infiltrate our environment.

The whirlwind of parenting leaves little time for in-depth research into sustainable alternatives. This is where Iknyte steps in! We're committed to easing this burden, providing support for environmentally-conscious parents seeking to create a brighter world for their children. We believe in the concept of being "good ancestors" and paving the way for future generations.

Being a good ancestor

At Iknyte, we believe that we should all strive to be good ancestors and create a healthy world for future generations. At Iknyte, you'll discover practical, sustainable solutions designed to help you build a toxin-free and eco-friendly home for your children's healthy upbringing. We offer invaluable insights from experts like Nicole Shires, who guides you in creating natural baby products with only a handful of ingredients. She has shared with the Iknyte community how to make natural baby powder using only 4 ingredients and natural baby wipes which help you avoid putting nasty chemicals anywhere near your baby.

Our platform also champions small businesses that produce sustainable alternatives, such as reusable diapers - which might sound scary at first, but they are a game-changer for parents once they give them a try. Visit the iknyte app for more innovative ways to be a sustainable parent and other practical sustainable solutions.

Pretty amazing uh? 

Are you a parent with innovative, sustainable parenting practices? We always welcome new contributions! Whether you make your own diapers or have other sustainable parenting tips, we'd love to hear from you. Share your solutions with us, and together, we can help more parents become the best ancestors they can be. 

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