Avoiding talc? Here are 12 green mother and baby products to have in your changing bag

Green mother and baby changing bag products - in pictures

• 1/12 Pai Skincare Pomegranate & Pumpkin Seed Stretch Mark System, RRP £45

  If Natalie Portman swears by it then we all should. Whether you’re pregnant or not there is a possibility of getting stretch marks somewhere on your body. If you’re the type to want to reduce or even prevent the sight of these bad boys the Pai Stretch Mark System will be your new 24 hour best friend. Using the hydrating cream in the morning will add nourishment & promote elasticity as well as minimalise tearing while the Omega rich conditioning oil will get that skin super soft and supple to help prevent marks. The most important part of this all it is certified organic and 100% safe to use for the first day of pregnancy. Available at Whole Foods, Lloyds Pharmacy, Holland & Barrett, Waitrose, Ocado paiskincare.com

• 2/12 Earth Friendly Baby Chamomile Shampoo & Body Wash, RRP £4.89

  When it comes to bath time for the little one, you want something which does it all-in-one as gently as possible. Flip around many conventional washes and you’ll find Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) in the ingredients list, a proven potential skin irritant which makes products foam. Alternatively, this eco friendly option uses skin loving ingredients derived from coconuts to create suds and wash babies clean, whilst extracts of chamomile and lavender soothe. You’ll safely find no tears here. Available at Boots, Asda, Waitrose, Tesco, Mothercare and Superdrug earthfriendlybaby.co.uk

• 3/12 Lulu & Boo Organics Rose Soothing Baby Spray, RRP £16

  In times of extra soothing, especially when it comes to the baby bottom area an organic aloe vera packed skin soother is just what is needed. There is sure to be minimal irritation all day due to the healing St. John’s Wort extract and skin softening vegetable glycerin and it can be used in conjunction with other baby bottom balms. Being in the form of a spray is especially a bonus when out and about with your little one and changing opportunities are limited. Available online and Whole Foods luluandboo.com

• 4/12 Naty By Nature Sensitive Unscented Wipes (56 wipes), RRP £2.75

  From code brown diaper situations to spit ups, there’s not many things the humble baby wipe can’t take care of. When you’re going through a pack a day, the last thing you want to be unknowingly exposing your baby’s (and your) skin to is drying alcohols and synthetic chemicals. Take the natural approach with these cheap and cheerful wipes that don’t compromise on performance. Free from alcohol and parabens, and instead packed with moisturising ingredients such as glycerin and aloe vera. Available at Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Tesco, Boots, Lloyds Pharmacy, Mothercare and Whole Foods. naty.com

• 5/12 Naty Diapers

  The real deal in green diapers! There are many other brands out there that claim to be free of all those harsh materials but are still made with a ridiculous amount of oil-based plastics. Naty went on a mission to perfect their eco-diaper without compromising performance and comfort for your little one. Naty diapers are completely bleach free, contain no fragrance, latex or TBT (tributylin - a biocide, a toxic form of which used to be used to prevent the growth of marine organisms on the hulls of large ships) are hypo-allergenic and come in various sizes. Available at Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Tesco, Boots, Lloyds Pharmacy, Mothercare, Holland & Barrett and Whole Foods naty.com

• 6/12 Green People Organic Babies Newborn Hamper, £44

  During the newborn days, skin in certainly at its most sensitive. Here are five certified organic newborn essentials all in one reusable white wicker basket lined with unbleached cotton, making it super easy for new, and most likely sleep deprived, parents. Green People is one of the leading organic green beauty brands and at the forefront of organic product regulation so you can rest assure that there is nothing but the cleanest, safest, best quality ingredients. This affordable non-toxic hamper includes five newborn essentials including Scent Free Mum & Baby Rescue Balm, Scent Free Baby Oil, Scent Free Baby Wash & Shampoo, Nappy Cream Baby Balm, as well as a soft and cuddly organic cotton bib. Available online only greenpeople.co.uk

• 7/12 Weleda Baby Calendula Nappy Change Cream, RRP £6.95

  There’s an endless list of nappy creams out there, but ultimately you want it to do three simple jobs very well; moisturise, soothe and protect. This thick nourishing formula uses calendula and chamomile flower extracts which are some of the best remedies out there for calming sensitive and irritated skin. With beeswax and lanolin, it also creates a natural barrier to keep that softness baby bottoms are so famous for! Available at Waitrose, Whole Foods and Planet Organic weleda.co.uk

• 8/12 Weleda Calendula Baby Oil, £9.50

  There’s a general rule of thumb to go by when you’re combing through the ingredients on baby products, and that’s the less of them there are the better. It doesn't get purer than this Weleda oil which only contains two ingredients; sesame oil and the previously mentioned skin saviour calendula. As well as after bathing, it is perfect for a baby massage and will have the added bonus of leaving your own hands silky smooth. Nothing wrong with sharing the benefits is there? Available at Waitrose, Whole Foods and Planet Organic weleda.co.uk

• 9/12 Nom Nom Organics Relax Oil - Frankincense, Lavender, and Chamomile, £20

  This is a special one for the mums. From the first days of the growing bump right up to the big day of arrival pregnancy can be challenging and demanding on a mother’s body. Sleep can become more stressful than relaxing and your muscles strained and ache-y from simple everyday movements. Nom Nom’s Relax Oil is a blend of 96% organic base oils and naturally occurring essential oils making it completely safe to use throughout the entire pregnancy and even during labour. You can also add this organic blend of oils to baths to alleviate muscle pain, and use as a massage or luxurious body oil. Available online only nomnomskincare.com

• 10/12 Bloom & Blossom Soothing Nipple Balm, RRP £16

  We’ve all heard of stretch marks and achy backs, but the joys of motherhood don’t stop there! Sore nipples come with the territory for breastfeeding mums, so a safe ointment to heal and soothe had to be on our list. Mothercare experts Bloom & Blossom have the answer with this functional natural balm, designed specifically for the needs of breastfeeders. Safe enough to eat, there’s no chance of it causing baby any harm, but do wipe off excess inbetween feeds. Available at Whole Foods and Space.NK blossomandblossom.com

• 11/12 Waitrose Baby Solid Coconut Massage Oil, £3.20

  It’s pretty much common knowledge that coconut oil is amazing for everything and this goes for your baby needs as well. The uses extend beyond massages to use on hair, meconium, cradle cap, diaper rash, baby acne, lice, as a bath oil, eczema and more. What makes this solid coconut oil just a little bit more special is the lovely scent provided by the vanilla extract and the extra nourishment thanks to the addition of Vitamin E. With so many amazing uses, a delightful scent and extra nourishment no one will blame any parents for stealing a little here and there for themselves. Available at Waitrose waitrose.com

• 12/12 Neal’s Yard Remedies Organic Baby Powder. RRP £5

  Baby Powder has always been a hero product for parents. Not only does it help keep babies dry and reduce the chances of diaper rash, but it’s a handy deodoriser when you’re rushed off your feet and don’t have the time to shower. Let’s not deny it, we’ve all been there! Amazingly, the organic gurus at Neal's Yard Remedies have a talc-free option which is just as effective and fragrance free - ideal for the delicate skin of newborns. Available at Neals Yard Remedies stores, Whole Foods, Planet Organic nealsyardremedies.com