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Chemical free baby wipes!

I have long been flabbergasted by the number of hazardous, toxic and even questionable chemicals used on babies or in baby products. Even chemicals with an unknown level of effect on the developing body systems shouldn't be used; the mantra for baby products should be "harmful until proven safe". To make matters worse, not only are there a number of harmful chemicals in items baby's gnaw on, but there are numerous chemicals in products that are used daily on the most sensitive areas of a baby's body, such as diapers and wipes. Some of these chemicals include: Phthalates - male reproductive system disorders Fragrance (may also contain phthalates)- hormone disruptors, common allergen PEG/Ceteareth/Polyethylene compunds - absorbs easily through skin, possible carcinogen Parabens (all kinds) - estrogen mimicking preservative potentially contributing to reproductive, endocrine and developmental disorders  ... and this is just a part of the list The first place I lea...