DIY Baby Wipes

               

I definitely like to be frugal, who doesn't enjoy saving money?! But I also like to make it a priority to use natural ingredients, especially on our bodies. I have used this "formula" with my first baby (now almost 4) with great success. Now baby #2 is here and I've started making these natural baby wipes again & I have decided to add some essential oils to my blend for extra antibacterial properties!! They also help add a nicer smell to the wipes, always a plus =)

What you'll need:
a roll of paper towels, cut in 1/2 horizontally. I prefer the select a size towels to get more wipes, whichever type you choose, do not skimp out and get the cheapest brand. They need to be able to hold up!
2 & 1/4 cups distilled water
2 tablespoons melted organic coconut oil
1 tablespoon Dr. Bronner's baby mild castile soap
1 TBS alcohol free witch hazel
5 drops Lavender essential oil
5 drops Melalueca essential oil
an air tight container to store the paper towels in

** Spark Naturals is a great place to get high quality essential oils. Clicking either link will take you directly to that particular oil. At the time I made this blend Spark Naturals did not carry alcohol free witch hazel, but now they do!! And at a great price! Clicking the link for the witch hazel will also take you directly to their product. Don't forget to save an extra 10% off your entire order through Spark Naturals when you use coupon: Nature at checkout

Directions:
1. Place your 1/2 roll of paper towels in your air tight container.
2. In a separate small bowl add the melted coconut oil, castile soap, witch hazel, & essential oils. Stir together.
3. Pour 1 cup of your water evenly over the paper towels.  Next, pour the mixture evenly over the paper towels. Lastly, pour the other 1 1/4 cups of water over the paper towels & cover with the lid.
4. Wait 15 minutes for the blend to saturate the paper towels, remove the lid and you should easily be able to pull out the center tube. This also brings up the first paper towel to start.

                                   

• Using distilled water will help to prevent molding. If you don't have access to this make sure to boil & allow water to cool.
• Dr. Bronner's unscented baby mild is my go to baby wash because it is pure & gentle, making it the perfect fit for cleaning the baby's little bum.
• Witch hazel acts as a preservative & is also soothing on the skin
• Coconut oil is works as the moisturizer as well as having antibacterial properties
• The essential oils I chose are antibacterial and help to heal irritated skin & assist in relieving/preventing diaper rash.