Month: April 2015

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Thank you Sheila Kitzinger

Sheila Kitzinger was a natural birth advocate that inspired generations of birthing women and their carers. An inspiring Natural Birth Advocate who campaigned against the medicalisation of childbirth. Sheila Kitzinger died calmly on April 11, 2015. I stopped  my tracks when I heard the news. I felt complete love and gratitude for her. I still do. Today I honour you Sheila and for all the inspiration you gave and others.

If you are pregnant, look up Sheila Kitzinger. I really don’t know what I would have done without her. As I huddled under the covers  in both my pregnancies, her book “The complete guide to pregnancy and childbirth” , along with Janet Balaskas “New Active Birth” were the two voices of clarity and support I could rely upon to help me in my pregnancies. This is pre-internet so I had to seek these ‘specialist’ books out. Sheila is American. Janet is English. From across the oceans, they were my voice of facts, support and reason and they allowed me to explore and trust myself in ways I could never have imagined. I had great births because of these women. I only got there because of them and my beautiful midwife KL. I had two stunning homebirth despite everyone else’s fears and worries. For me, it was the most trusting way to birth and Sheila you helped me get there. Not because you advocated it, your words got me their on my own.

So much of your work and support Sheila has been regurgitated by other authors and web writers . They do not reference you. If you are pregnant right now reading this, remember all this knowledge came revolutionaries like Sheila who paved the way for hew voices.

Standard ideas now were once radical. Sheila was just that beautiful voice of physical facts with a hint of trust yourself mamma.

As you explore pregnancy and baby sites on the internet, keep in mind the authors of the work. Find a voice you love and go explore just them. You can’t read everything, you would end up so confused. I wish you great love and support as you find the voice of your doula, your midwife and  your author who speaks to  you and your wishes for a beautiful birth.

Thank you Sheila for the grace and wisdom you brought to us birthing women and for your contribution to this earth. You never knew me, but I loved you and thank you again and again.

You can read more about her campaign against the medicalisation of birth here

You can buy here books here

Jannine Barron
Owner
Nature’s Child

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Why Organic

Why Is Organic Cotton Better?

– The fabric lasts longer
– The fabric is more absorbent
– No bleaching or Harsh chemical have been used AT ALL on this product.

The conventional cultivation of cotton leads to massive environmental and health problems. Around the world, more toxic insecticides are used on cotton than on any other crop. A sustainable alternative is the certified organic cultivation.

So serious are the negative impacts of chemical-intensive agricultural production, that momentum for change has grown considerably in recent years. The trend toward more environmentally friendly production methods is supported by a variety of interests including farmers wanting to escape the chemical treadmill, enlightened companies under pressure of increased environmental regulation and competition, and informed consumers calling for greater social and environmental accountability.

People like YOU can be thanked for the growth in the organic cotton industry. YOU have been prepared to put your dollars where your thoughts are and this has allowed the industry to be economically viable for farmers.

Organic cotton is produced in organic agricultural systems that produce food and fibre according to clearly established standards. Organic agriculture prohibits the use of toxic and persistent chemical pesticides and fertilizers, as well as genetically modified organisms. It seeks to build biologically diverse agricultural systems, replenish and maintain soil fertility, and promote a healthy environment.

Certification of Organic Cotton

Our Organic Cotton is Ceritified by GOTS. see www.global-standard.org  for more details. By only using certified organic cotton, you can be assured of our integrity and the integrity of the product.

Certification is a system which sets standards, ensures that organic standards are met and communicates compliance to consumers through appropriate labelling. When a grower or processor is “certified organic,” an independent organisation has verified that the company meets or exceeds defined organic standards. Certified organic farms are inspected regularly and must maintain comprehensive records of their production methods.

Certification programmes and standards vary, especially in response to regional differences, although there are general underlying concepts. The International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM) has produced Basic Standards covering organic production and also textile processing which provide a minimum basis upon which standards in many countries have been based. The International Organic Accreditation Service (IOAS) also exists to accredit certification systems. There are many certification agencies worldwide for organic cotton production but far fewer for certifying cotton processing to assure reduced health and environmental impacts. Several sets of processing standards exist in Europe (KRAV and GOTS for example), and others are being developed in Europe and in the United States, Australia and most countries now.

The Expanding Organic Cotton Market

Organic cotton is now grown in 18 countries but still represents only a tiny fraction of the total global cotton production – less than 0.1%. The biggest producers in 2001 were Turkey, the United States, India and Peru. Smaller experimental projects are also expanding in size and numbers.

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Our Certification

Nature’s Child Skincare is proudly Certified by ACO. Australian Certified Organic. This is an internationally recognised certification of the highest quality.

ACO’s certification program and protocols are approved and accredited with the Department of Agriculture & Water Resources, the US Department of Agriculture, IOAS, Japan’s Minister for Agriculture Forestry & Fisheries, Korea’s NQAS’s and SAI Global. 

Australian Certified Organic (ACO) is Australia’s largest certifier for organic and biodynamic produce and has over 1500 operators within its certification system. ACO is a not for profit fully-owned subsidiary of Australia Organic Ltd.

ACO provides certification services to operators from all sectors of the organic industry. Certification ensures compliance with national production standards and allows trace back of all products to their origin.

The Organic Bud is found on an estimated 80% of certified organic products in the Australian marketplace.

Nature’s Child Organic Cotton Breast Pads, Baby Wipes, Face Wipes

Nature’s Child GOTS certification is one of the highest standards of international organic certification.  SKAL – our former certification body has changed its name and broadened its appeal by merging with Controlled Union. This has been a great  development.

Our new GOTS standard for NATURE’S CHILD ORGANIC BABY ESSENTIALS covers the production, processing, manufacturing,  packaging, labeling, exportation, importation and distribution of all natural fibres. The final products may include, but are not limited to fibre products, yarns, fabrics and clothes.

This means that every processing step must meet certain compulsory criteria. The criteria for the production process are laid down in the Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS). They encompass every process-step of textile production (spinning, weaving, washing, etc) and for every step it is laid down which processing aids may (not) be used, in order to gain as much environmental profit as possible.

FAIR TRADE is also a fundamental part of the GOTS certification. The Social and Fair Trade Certificate guarantees that disadvantaged producers in the developing world in the entire supply chain get a better deal by covering the producer’s cost of sustainable production and establishing a Fairtrade Premium which is invested in social, economic or environmental improvement projects.

Our accreditations and recognitions ensure that your organic product and systems have the highest possible integrity.

Ingeo™ Ingenious materials from plants not oil (information below taken from http://www.natureworksllc.com/The-Ingeo-Journey/Raw-Materials )

Sourcing Ingeo Raw Materials – Is not made from oil.  Uses dextrose (sugar) from field corn as the primary feedstock, but can be made from any abundantly available sugar. Does not require gentically modified (GM) feedstock.

We Choose GMO FREE Ingeo Material – Ingeo is made from dextrose (sugar) that is derived from field corn already grown for many industrial & functional end-uses.  In North America, corn has been used first because it is the most economically feasible source of plant starches. The process does not require corn, we only need a sugar source.  This could include sugar beets, sugar cane, wheat and more.

If you are still reading when you get to this sentence then I would like to personally thank you for being educated and happy to pay a little more to be assured that you have certified organic products that are safe for you, your family and the environment. T H A N K   Y O U   Jannine Barron – Founder

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Media Attention

Coast and Country Summer
Australia’s first organic baby store Nature’s Child celebrated 10 years in business this year . “The Organic Industry did not really exist at the time we started, we were on of a few random businesses throughout Australia who believed that chemical free products were a right, not a priviledge. Our vision that we work with every day is simple. ‘Cherish our Children, Cherish our Earth’ said owner Jannine Barron. From the beginning Nature’s Child has been a socially and ethically repsponsible business……please click here to read ful article

Bambini Lets Shop Special 25th Birthday Edition
Australia’s first online organic baby store was established in 2000 to provide everything organic and natural for babies. “A new baby is the purest human on our planet. They deserve the purest clothing, food, nappies and toys available for a healthy start in life,” says owner Jannine Barron. Nature’s Child has developed a reputation for excellent customer service. Online orders are shipped within 24 hours and friendly phone staff are available for advice five days a week during business hours. Click here to read full article

Little One design & style 2010 Annual
Located in beautiful Byron Bay, there was perhaps noplce more appropriate to establish Australia‘s first organic baby store. The NSW seaside hamlet is renowned for the country’s highest population of homebirths, it is an Indigenous Birthing Site and attracts many young families who wish to raise their children in its pristine environment……click here to read full article

My Child Magazine Spring 2010
Jannine Barron founded Nature’s Child in 2000 so this year she celebrates its 10th birthday. She is also a Mum to Nelson, 15 and Harper, 13. It’s been a good 10 years for Jannine and this is partly due to the success of her company, Nture’s Child, a baby products shop and online store based in Byron Bay, NSW, that sells natural and organic products. In fact, everything it sells is environmentally friendly and you’ll find a range of items……..click here to read full article

Byron Shire News, August 12, 2010

A 10 year anniversary and a gold medal! Two wonderful achievements for any business, yet alone one which started in a home garage. Nature’s Child on the Byron Arts and Industry Estate, has won a gold medal for ‘Best Product Range’ at this year’s Organic Expo Industry Awards……..click here to read on

The Byron Shire Echo June 22, 2010

Jannine’s Organic Baby Store Turns Ten – Jannine Barron has grown her business like a healthy, baby and her ‘child’ is about to turn 10. Jannine’s story is literally one of rags to ritches, which started with twenty dollars and a piece of cloth… click here to read on

NSW Department of Primary Industries Internet Article

Jannine Barron’s business at Byron Bay on NSW’s North Coast is driven by a desire to improve the health and wellbeing of babies and children while reducing impacts on the environment. Click here to download PDF of whole article or click here to read article straight from NSW Department of Primary Industries

Injoy Magazine September 2009

When I started Nature’s Child six years ago, I was part of a small global community that understood the importance of organic products. I was part of a movement of entrepeneurs who wanted to take the hippy stigma or organics and bring it to the mainstream…..Click here to read whole article by Jannine Barron.

The Byron Shire Echo August 11, 2009

Nature’s Child Wins at Expo – Byron Bay’s Nature’s Child has just picked up a silver and a bronze award at the 2009 Organic Expo Awards, held in Melbourne…read article by Victoria Cosford

Well Being Magazine Issue 121, 2009

This is the most comprehensive article we have seen yet on BPA and is well worth the read. You can click on these links to read this article Page 1 Page 2 Page 3

Instore Promotion. Bellingen Local News 2006

Boost the sales of your store with a promo like this one we did in Bellingen. Very effective for increasing sales.
Staff Education and Consumer Education in one hit……click here to see article

Choosing a Nappy. WellBeing Baby Article 2006

While there are many products on the baby market that you may or may not use, the one you will definitely need for your baby is a nappy…click here to read page 1…click here to read page 2…click here to read page 3

Country Biz Magazine 2005

Talk About a Standing Start! When Jannine Barron launched her business, she was on the dole and had limited capital…But using the power of the internet and a little ingenuity, she now has a strong business that’s going places….click here to read whole article

Byron Child Sep-Nov 2003

GoinG Cloth Changing the world one nappy at a time by Jannine Barron. Read this comprehensive article on cloth nappies – will change the way you think about cloth verses disposables…….click here to read article………click here to read rest or article.

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Ordering Wholesale

There are 3 ways to order from Nature’s Child Wholesale.

  1. Order Online
  2. Order via phone 02 6685 6810
  3. Order via email (please email and order form) wholesale@natureschild.com.au
  4. Order via the representative in your state (details below)

Downloadable Forms:

Product Guide

Order Form

Training Guide (TBA)

 

NSW/ACT: Cherry Blossom Agency

  • Kelly Gallagher: 0423 564 005
  • Simone Dunkerley: 0417 048 881

VIC/TAS/NT/WA: Byron Bay Office

  • Jannine Barron: 02 6685 6840

 QLD: Helen Woodward Brown

  • Jannine Barron: 02 6685 6840

SA: Amanda Christmas

  • Mobile: 0402 289 052
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Wholesale

THANK YOU for your interest in selling Nature’s Child Products in your store.

If you are in Australia, Please contact one of our distributers who are waiting to assist you with your enquiry.

BABY STORES AND ON LINE STORES

Please view our FULL RANGE that you can purchase wholesale here http://theworldofgood.smugmug.com/Brands/Natures-Child

Contact the team at “The World of Good” Distribution Company here http://theworldofgood.com.au

HEALTH & ORGANIC FOOD STORES

Please contact UHP here http://uhp.com.au

INTERNATIONAL ENQUIRIES:

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Loyalty Points

HOW TO REDEEM LOYALTY POINTS 

For every $25 you spend with us you will receive 1 Loyalty Point.

($25 Spent = 1 Loyalty Point)

* We thank every customer with loyalty points!

* Every product on our site has a small flag on the main product page, this flag shows you how many loyalty points you can earn!

* Loyalty Points can only be earned and redeemed with on-line orders. They are not earned or used on phone orders. They are ready to use as soon as your current order has been shipped.

* To redeem your points, follow the simple instructions below.

* Loyalty Points are applied within 24 hours of your successful payment on-line, and will then be ready to redeem. Let them bank up or use them as you go.  

ORGANIC BABY PRODUCTS

HERE IS HOW YOU REDEEM YOUR REWARD POINTS NEXT TIME

1 – log in to Nature’s Child Here    https://www.natureschild.com.au/login

2 – Once you have signed in, you will see 8 boxes under my account. Things like Order History, My Addresses etc. One of them says MY LOYALTY POINTS

3 – CLICK ON MY LOYALTY POINTS and it will show your total points available. Just below this table, it says, turn my loyalty points into a voucher. Do THIS.

4 – Now you go shopping ! When you get to the checkout, just underneath the box ENTER DISCOUNT VOUCHER HERE you will see your voucher which you can then enter in the discount code box.

If you ever check your reward points strait after a shop you may not see them yet as they are only activated once your order is SHIPPED.

ORGANIC BABY

WOULD YOU LIKE TO REVIEW OUR PRODUCTS?

There are 2 Ways you can help share your love for your recent Nature’s Child purchases and put a massive smile of gratitude on our face.

1 – Leave a Review on our page ( We would be Stoked!!!) You need to be logged in to leave a review but it is very simple. Just search for the product you purchased and you will see some stars and some words just under the product heading saying Write A Review, click that link and make sure you choose the star rating first! Then you will see a box to write your text. THANK YOU !!

2 – We would love to see a photo of your and your family using our products! Just TAG us https://www.facebook.com/natureschild  or https://www.instagram.com/natureschildorganicbaby   (There is the added bonus that if we see your tag, we may offer you free shipping on your next purchase too!) 

With Massive Gratitude in advance!

 Jannine x x

Owner

www.natureschild.com.au

earn loyalty points

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Free Samples

Thank you for exploring organic and eco-friendly baby products for your family. Every product you purchase that has been made with our earth in mind is great for our children’s future. We believe chemical free products are a right for all babies, regardless of income status. It should be normal not special to give our babies the purest of everything. Thank you for caring.

You can select FREE samples and pay for postage only. https://www.natureschild.com.au/store/nappy-care/free-samples-.html
The samples on offer change monthly depending on what our supplier provide to us but usually include baby wipes and skincare with additional items as they come to us. Its a Free Samples Lucky Dip.

You may also like to visit our SALE page at this link – https://www.natureschild.com.au/prices-drop

Here are some FREE Awesome Baby Resources to get you informed!

THE ARTICLE THAT ALL NEW PARENTS SHOULD READ WHEN PLANNING FOR NAPPIES.
https://www.natureschild.com.au/the-ultimate-guide-to-cloth-nappies/

THE CLOTH NAPPY SHOP
https://www.natureschild.com.au/store/nappies/

FREE BABY CHECKLIST AND BIRTHING CHECKLIST
https://www.natureschild.com.au/blog/articles/free-downloads

CREATE A WISHLIST for a BABY SHOWER, GIFT REGISTRY OR FAMILY and FRIENDS that WANT TO BUY FOR YOU
https://www.natureschild.com.au/module/blockwishlist/mywishlist

EARN LOYALTY POINTS WHEN YOU SHOP ON LINE WITH US
https://www.natureschild.com.au/loyalty-points/

FOLLOW OUR BLOG
https://www.natureschild.com.au/blog

SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR SPECIALS ALERTS
https://www.natureschild.com.au  at the bottom of our home page!

And finally, if you love social media as a way of communicating, here are our links, please follow us, comment and engage as required.

http://facebook.com/natureschild
http://twitter.com/ncorganicbaby
http://www.pinterest.com/naturechildshop/natures-child-organics
http://instagram.com/natureschildorganicbaby
https://www.google.com/+NatureschildAuOrganicBabyStore>
http://natureschildorganicbaby.tumblr.com/

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Order Tracking

How To Track Your Order

Once you place your order you will receive an order confirmation email. Once we ship your parcel, you will receive a second email informing you that your parcel has been shipped. This shipping notification includes your order tracking number.

Track your order status on our website

First: Log into your account.

You can track your order status at any time by selecting ‘my account’ on the top right menu.
Click on “My Account” select ‘order history and details’ to view the shipping tracking and status on your order.   

How to Track Your Parcel 

There are two shipping options to select from: 

Standard – Fastway Couriers 

When you select your parcel to be posted by Standard Post it will be shipped with Fastway Couriers. Once your order has been shipped your will recieve a shipping confirmation email within this email you will receive an parcel tracking number for Fastway.
To track your fastway parcel please visit the Fastway Track and Trace website www.fastway.com.au/1TrackTrace.html

Express Post  & International Orders – Australia Post 

When you select your parcel to be posted by Express Post it will be shipped with Australia Post. Once your order has been shipped you will receive a shipping confirmation email. Within this confirmation you will receive an parcel tracking number for Australia Post.

To track your Australia Post parcel please visit the Australia Post tracking website auspost.com.au/track/

 

Haven’t Received Your Parcel

If you do not receive your parcel try tracking it first in the methods described above. If you require further assistance please phone us on 1300 555 632 or email orders@natureschild.com.au.

We will then contact the company directly and find out where your parcel is for you.

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Phone Orders

Phone Orders

While we no longer offer this option we do have a DIRECT DEBIT payments available which may better suit you if you prefer not to enter your credit card details online. Place your order on line which allows us to capture your shipping details and product choices accurately and then choose pay by DIRECT DEBIT  at the checkout. 

Our bank details for Direct Debit will be shown at the checkout for you so you can proceed with payment.

This way, we still receive your order and shipping details for efficient service. 

CUSTOMER ENQUIRIES BY PHONE: We occasionally have gaps where the office is unattended so if you reach our answering machine, it is best to leave a message in case we need to return your call the next day.

PHONING FROM AUSTRALIA 1300 555 632 with your credit Card.

PHONING FROM OUTSIDE AUSTRALIA  during business hours ( EASTERN STANDARD TIME)  using our number +61-2-6685 6840