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Baby Powder

Talcum powder can be irritating to a baby’s respiratory system. You can make your own powder out of any combination of these natural ingredients found at your natural foods store:

Powdered oris root
Finely ground oatmeal
Finely ground rice flour
White cosmetic clay

Experiment to see which consistency and ingredients you like. You may add a small amount of finely crushed lavender flowers or rose petals for a mild scent, but make sure their texture is compatible with that of the powder. You could also keep a small lavender or rose sachet inside the powder container. Look for an interesting shaker with small holes at a kitchen store.