The NeoBulle Journal

The urban carrier's checklist

Here you are setting out to attack the city, your baby snuggled in its stroller and your bag slung over your shoulder! Is there something to consider to ensure the adventure goes well? We have prepared a little checklist so that you can just enjoy! A baby carrier in good condition and well adjusted Because comfort is fundamental! In the city, carrying needs are very varied, and you may need to carry both for short periods and for longer trips, and these are often very recurring needs.The right adjustments of the carrying system are the guarantee of your future consistency: no matter how practical it is, no one uses long-term a tool that causes pain. Neobulle Tip: We recommend checking once a week roughly that the settings of your baby carrier are still adjusted to your child's growth (and yes, they grow quickly!). Don’t hesitate to check the good condition of your equipment. Comfortable outfits for carrying In the comfort category, you’ll also find clothing! Whether for your little heart or for yourself, plan an outfit in which you feel comfortable to move… Soft clothing, the right size, that does not constrict the body, does not pinch and does not ride up with movement should be prioritized when you plan a carrying trip with your baby. Between stairs, sidewalks, and construction sites, the terrain is not always stable for walking, so we invite you to wear practical shoes: no heels or high shoes, prefer sneakers, trainers, and other sneakers! We also think of seasonal classics: A hat and slippers for winter A hat and sunglasses for summer Neobulle Tip: Be careful with decorations on some adult clothing (pearls, zippers…), which can sometimes irritate or hurt your little one. Baby essentials! What ranks 3rd on this list and not 1st? A moment of distraction, perhaps… We are obviously talking about the comforter and the little head! NEVER forget! Never! Like if it happens to you, turn back, even if you risk being very late for work afterwards. We invite you to take them first, check during preparations that you have packed them properly, then before leaving the house, and again before exiting the building (you never know!). Neobulle Tip: Plan a backup set in the diaper bag. Be prepared for all emergencies, even outside carrying Parenting Murphy's Law is just like that: no matter the duration of a trip, the diaper will always leak RIGHT on the day where you haven't planned for something to change your baby.Ward off bad luck by always having on you a diaper, some cotton, a small lotion bottle and a clean onesie in your diaper bag. Yes, even for a short outing!Neobulle Tip: Remember to regularly check that the spare onesie is still the right size! Food and Drink! As long as your little one is breastfeeding, managing outings is quite simple since the breasts are always ready to provide meals and drinks as desired.When this is not or no longer the case, we advise you to always bring a bottle in advance in the bag (or for older children, a packet of biscuits and a small water bottle), to prevent the small hunger pangs that are sure to occur during the metro ride. Neobulle Tip: Having food ready is always useful in case of an incident during travels (like a stuck train), even later with older children! You can also use this little "emergency bag" in the car and supplement it with a survival blanket in winter. A diaper attached to the baby carrier Not all trends are good to follow, the "milk stone" perfume popular among new parents is actually one of them. Especially once your work routine resumes!The morning rush, a quick snack or bottle in haste, and suddenly your little one takes advantage of the 10-minute walk between your house and the daycare to give you a nice vomit of some of their milk… on your clean shirt? No! Because being prepared, you had attached a diaper to your baby carrier, and sensing the "wet" burp, you had time to protect your clothes!Hats off to super parents!Neobulle Tip: We never have enough diapers… Don’t hesitate to leave some everywhere — in the diaper bag, the car, on the baby carrier, etc. An activity suited for carrying your baby Whether in the city or in the countryside, it remains essential to adapt your daily life and your leisure activities to your child's presence, especially when carrying himIf you can definitely resume a bit of walking or other gentle physical activities with your baby in a baby carrier, more intense practices such as jogging should obviously be avoided! Neobulle Tip: There are now dancing classes in carriers! Don't hesitate to look around if this activity is offered near you? Getting around in the city: when baby carriers are prohibited! Sometimes you see baby carriers in the city in places where they shouldn't be found!A quick reminder about safety AND legislation: on the road, during transport in a vehicle, the highway code states that babies must be secured in approved seats, which baby carriers are not.Subject to the highway code: cars, but also bicycles!Therefore, it is not only highly discouraged, but also illegal to use a carrying system to transport a child in a car, or on a bicycle (or an electric scooter by the way…).Neobulle Tip: If you need to get around by bicycle with your child, we recommend choosing a suitable seat and getting advice on this subject at a specialized store… Or walking on foot alongside your bicycle while dropping off baby at their childcare!

10 Good reasons to wear in town

Are you expecting a child (or have you just had one), you live in the city, and you still don't quite know how to organize your outings with your little one? Between the Stroller Team and the Babywearing Team, your heart is torn? Even if, fortunately, nothing prevents you from having both, we give you 10 good reasons to choose a baby carrier to walk the streets of your city! Reason to Wear No. 1 – Sidewalks Too Narrow Some sidewalks are narrower than others, sometimes even for pedestrians the passage is a bit tight so if you need to add a stroller, it can sometimes become a bit acrobatic!Your little one cuddled against you, you are free as the air and you can sneak everywhere without risking ending up on the road. Reason to Wear No. 2 – Stairs and Paved Streets Floor coverings are not always very smooth, especially when you get closer to city centers: cobbled alleys, stairs, all of which are not particularly suitable for strollers!Carried on you, your baby won't risk being shaken by uneven terrain and you will be able to cross stairs without any worries.Bonus: if you go on a visit to an unknown city, carrying ensures you can go everywhere without difficulty! Reason #3 for carrying – Public transportation Taking the metro with a stroller already means managing to REACH the metro platform… Hoping there is an elevator, hoping it works, passing through the turnstile (which is still too narrow), all among other users who are often a bit too many and rarely happy to see the device that will take up precious space in the train.On buses or trams, there are no turnstiles, but the aisles are also narrow and interior space limited.In a baby carrier, no constraints!Bonus: sometimes public transport can be a bit intimidating for little ones with the noise of the crowd and beeps and announcements in vehicles. Wearing your child helps them feel secure and not be too disturbed by the environment. Reason #4 for carrying – Walks in green spaces What a joy to go discover the trees and flowers in the park near your home with your baby against you!At their height, they can observe everything, so you can share many things with them, showing them a leaf or marveling together at a bird flying away... Reason #5 for carrying – Commutes to school If you have a child to take to school, it’s likely that strollers are forbidden there! Corridors leading to classrooms are already quite crowded, so many schools have decided to ask parents to leave strollers at the entrance.Using a carrying system will allow you to accompany your older child to their class peacefully without having to hold the little one in the bulky (and heavy) car seat, or simply your arms (which is clearly not very practical when your toddler needs help putting on their shoes or taking off their coat). Reason #6 for carrying – Trips to the playground When it comes to seniors, it also means outings to the square to let off steam and have fun! Slides, swings, and other roundabouts and games of hide-and-seek and Mölkky!What could be nicer than involving your youngest in these good moments by having them against you in a baby carrier? It's also the best way to be available for all your children at the same time, secure the climb up the ladder of one while enjoying the peaceful nap on your chest of the other. Reason to wear No. 7 – Construction work An area under construction, a freshly broken asphalt sidewalk still in the form of gravel, and not always the possibility to easily bypass the zone?Hop baby secured in a carrier and off you go! No other precautions needed than avoiding high heels and paying attention to where you put your feet. Reason to wear No. 8 – Going to the market Slaloming through the market with a stroller is a skill and agility exercise! Crowds, sometimes tight stalls, not always a lot of space to move around... and noise that can impress your baby a bit. Moreover, in a cane stroller, he will only see people's knees, which is not the most pleasant for him.Seated in his carrier system, your child can also help you choose fruits and vegetables, and give his best smile to the grocer to get a strawberry to enjoy right there (fortunately, all our baby carriers are machine washable and easy to clean!).Tip: easily carry your shopping using a shopping cart! Reason to wear No. 9 – Bad weather Walking in an urban area with a stroller is one thing. Walking in an urban area IN THE RAIN in a stroller, takes it to another level, because it involves 2 things:Using rain gear, which, once you get home, drips everywhere in your entranceDepending on the stroller model, having to choose between pushing it (with both hands) OR taking shelter yourself under an umbrellaWith babywearing, it’s easier: everyone under the same umbrella! Reason to wear No. 10 – Enjoying baby! The last reason and probably the best: wearing your baby in town is mainly enjoying their contact, rocking them with your movements, and sharing many tender moments and beautiful adventures. in daily life with him ! And you, what is your good reason for carrying a baby in town ?

Which carrying system should be used for a short trip?

We often talk about the choice of carrying systems for hikes and walks... But less so when it comes to carrying over shorter distances. Yet, it is also a real issue! And yes... Quick trips, school/nanny/crèche runs, and other short errands punctuate the parents' daily life. So which baby carrier to choose? Can we use the same as for hikes? We tell you everything! What is my main need for carrying my baby? To choose the right carrying system, it’s a bit like when you want to buy a pair of shoes or clothes: you need to be clear about your main need, to avoid ending up stuck on the beach in flip-flops. Most often, when you want to carry over short distances, you will look at the following criteria: Practicality: the baby carrier must be easy and practical to put on in all circumstances (including in the middle of the street)Quick donning/doffing: the baby carrier should be put on (or taken off) very quickly, possibly in a waiting room or in a parking lotNo straps dragging on the ground: the baby carrier must be able to be installed in the middle of the street, for example after getting out of the carThese criteria are, of course, not exhaustive but already help to get a sense of the overall situation.In daily life, unlike during a walk where once properly adjusted and fitted you don’t touch anything for a long time, you need to imagine that the baby carrier will be frequently put on and taken off, sometimes a bit "on the fly" (not to say completely haphazard!), so it’s really important to choose a model that is not a headache and that truly makes your life easier! If it takes too long to put on (meaning more than the travel time itself), it can quickly become frustrating and discouraging.Then, you will find several configurations depending a bit on your lifestyle and whether you have other carrying systems to complement or not. I just want a model to carry my baby during my short urban trips If you only want a small carrier for short trips: the sling is your friend!This is THE portable baby carrier par excellence. Set up over the shoulder on one side, it pre-installs and can be kept on you, for example in the car while the baby is in the car seat, ready for easy installation as soon as you arrive at your destination. He adjusts easily and detaches with one hand: tensions are self-blocking in the rings and do not require any knot at the end.Since it is quite compact, it easily slips into the diaper bag to stay, for example, at the daycare in the baby bag during the day.By offering off-center carrying, the sling allows you to show your little one many things and to share many beautiful moments with them. Off-center carrying is also appreciated when you have a bigger one to manage because it frees up a bit more space in front! At the "expert" level: the sling is the only carrying system that does not require you to lay down your baby to be able to install it! Bonus? The most skillful among you will also be able to breastfeed their little one while walking (not too fast!).Disadvantage: carrying on one shoulder is not suitable for long-term carries, where it will become quickly uncomfortable. I also want to go hiking with it! Want to combine the needs inherent to both small and large movements? Why not opt for a preformed baby carrier? The Neo range is the ideal solution for parents who like to alternate between metro rides and café terraces, and open spaces. Installed in 2 clips, preformed carriers blend into daily life and provide both comfort and freedom.Like the sling, the preformed can simply stay clipped at the waist while waiting to welcome your child, and even then , it doesn’t drag on the ground and stays clean, which is all the more appreciable when it rains.At the "expert" level, the baby will do the shopping with you on your back and will show you all the vegetables and fruits they want to put in the basket!Disadvantage: when changing carriers, there are a few adjustments (quick ones!) to be redone. My toddler is walking When the child walks, the needs change and often carrying becomes less and less necessary… Especially since toddlers love exploring their environment on their own and playing superheroes as soon as they find a nice stick!Nevertheless, even the most enduring superheroes are entitled to be tired and need a super-parent to rescue and carry them during a more challenging journey than usual.This obviously happens when you no longer have a backup baby carrier with you. We recommend all parents to have a hip seat carrier support of the Hop-la type on hand in their bag! Ultra-compact, the hop-la fits in a handbag, designed to support your child's bottom and relieve your arms. It does not replace a real baby carrier but can save your day in many everyday situations and proves to be a wise choice for many small trips with a "small-big"! And the other carrying systems? What about other carrying systems? Indeed, we did not mention slings and mei-tai in this article. These tend to be a bit more time-consuming to set up (especially for the sling) and/or have significant fabric lengths, making them less suited for quick uses than a sling or a preformed carrier, and we would not recommend those for specific quick-use scenarios. However, if you already own them, do not hesitate to experiment with many different configurations to see for yourself and in your daily life whether they suit you, before considering other purchases!As always in carrying, there is no single truth and it is up to each individual to choose based on their feelings.You are now equipped for your small trips with babies! So, which baby carrier will you choose?

Lice alert!

“Lice have been reported in the classroom, please check your children's heads.” This little note in your child's notebook triggers a tachycardia attack doubled by a furious urge to scratch your head and disinfect the entire house to get rid of the invader? Don't panic, put away that hair clipper, and let's take the time together to see how to face the situation! 1 – Some general information about lice Lice (Pediculus humanus capitis for their scientific name), are parasites of humans. As for us, we will only talk here about those that live in the hair, but some can also live in body hair (morgellons) or on the body (less common). They measure about 2 to 4mm and feed on blood, their bites causing significant itching (related to their saliva). If an infestation does not pose a danger to health by itself, prolonged situations where scratching occurs can eventually lead to infection. During its life cycle, the lice go through several stages of development: J0 : laying an egg (the nit) at the root of the hair J7-8 : hatching Between J10 and J17 approximately : the larva goes through 3 successive molts J17-18 : first possible mating From J18 until the end of its life around J50 : females can lay up to 8-10 eggs per day We spare you the calculations: During its lifetime, a single female louse can lay up to 300 eggs! Each egg once laid can generate a mature louse capable of mating in about 3 weeks. Dizzying, isn't it? It quickly becomes clear why it is better to take the problem in hand as quickly as possible! 2 – Identifying the infestation How to tell if your child has lice? Often at the beginning, there is not much visible, and you have to wait until proliferation has started to realize that your little one scratches his head a bit frantically, mainly around the neck or behind the ears. A more careful examination of the scalp can reveal small red spots on the skin of the scalp, nits (about 0.5 to 1mm, yellowish or grayish in color while the egg is full, then white once the larva has emerged), or even lice that are walking around… Distinguishing between nits and dandruff is sometimes not easy. Dandruff are not attached to the hair, and can be easily removed with your fingers or a brushing. Nits, on the other hand, are firmly glued to the hair. In case of lice alert in a setting frequented by your child, it is highly recommended to check their scalp, or even preventively use a fine-tooth comb throughout their hair to remove any unwanted lice before they start reproducing! It should be noted that, contrary to popular beliefs, an infestation is not at all related to poor hygiene. 3 – What to do if you find lice on your child? The time when they shaved their head is fortunately over! And chemical and aggressive products are now forbidden (potentially harmful, lice have developed resistance anyway…) Smother nits and lice with an appropriate product At Nébulle, we offer a lice treatment lotion, made from ingredients derived from coconut oil. It contains no insecticides, fragrances, or essential oils, and its primary action is mechanical: it blocks the respiratory openings of lice and nits, suffocating them. During rinsing, lice and nits lose their fluids, which kills them through desiccation. Applied carefully over the entire scalp (not wet), it is enough to leave it on for 1 hour before using a fine-tooth comb and rinsing. Attention: the application time is calculated from the moment the lotion dries, you can use a blow dryer to speed up the process. Use a fine-tooth comb The fine-tooth comb is a comb with very close teeth that allows you to remove lice and nits from the hair. For an effective pass, it is recommended to thoroughly comb the entire hair and to start from the scalp. You can use clips or hairpins to identify areas remaining to be combed. Regularly passing the comb is also an effective technique to get rid of lice, but it requires a bit of patience.  ! Indeed, this requires using it long enough to have: Eliminated all adults capable of laying eggs Eliminated all larvae from previously laid nits before they are able to reproduce If you followed the above, the development cycle of the lice taking about 3 weeks, this means you should commit to daily treatment for at least this period… This also requires being sufficiently diligent not to miss any areas. Treat the environment Lice do not survive very long away from a head (about 36 hours), and they do not detach from hair when still alive. Environmental transmission is therefore quite limited. Nonetheless, it is recommended to wash bed sheets and pillowcases at 60°C, the same goes for other surfaces in contact with hair : car seat covers, hats… You can also consider disinfecting the hairbrush to prevent recontamination, using for example our Deo Couches spray! Note that if something cannot be washed at 60°C, it can be replaced by either placing it in the freezer for 8 hours or leaving it in a sealed bag for 48 hours. Inspect the whole family Since family cohabitation is a major factor of infestation, it is strongly advised to inspect and comb all heads in the household when one of the residents shows signs of lice! Lice can colonize everyone and not just children: babies, teenagers, adults, elderly… As long as there are hair, lice can be present. Sooth the scalp Bites and scratching can cause scalp irritations. Alongside treatment products, using a soothing shampoo can help relieve discomfort! 4 – Avoid lice! Better to prevent than to cure… Although it can sometimes be difficult to completely eliminate, we can significantly reduce the risk of infestation with a few simple gestures: Tie long hair in a ponytail or braids Use different brushes and combs for each of your children Encourage your children to not exchange hats with friends Apply a little of preventive anti-lice oil behind the ears on school mornings Regularly inspect your children’s heads who attend group settings, even if there are no reports currently in the class. If your children have "a head full of lice" and catch them easily despite all prevention advice, it may be helpful to use the comb regularly (at least once a week) to immediately stop any new infestations! Lice are able to survive in water, so swimming pools can also be a place of contamination. It is recommended to wear a swim cap while swimming. There you go, you now know everything about these infernal creatures! Stay strong, parent team, and we wish you encounter them as little as possible!

The benefits of aloe vera for the whole family

Stretched, itchy, prickly, peeling skin... Does that sound familiar? Have you also tried applying fifty-two creams, sold for 4 arms and 6 kidneys to fund them, and all for a at best mixed result (when it doesn't end with allergic reactions)? And what if you tried aloe vera? We're about to tell you everything! 1 – What exactly is aloe vera? Aloe vera is a succulent plant (from Latin suculentus meaning full of sap) cultivated for a long time in Mediterranean regions, North Africa, the Canary Islands, and Cape Verde. It is mainly found in arid environments, where it grows by storing water in its leaves. Besides its aesthetic appeal, aloe vera is appreciated in cooking, as well as in cosmetics and dermatology. Don't have a green thumb? It's a plant that is generally easy to care for (except that, like cacti, you shouldn't drown it!). 2 – In what form should you use it? In culinary form, aloe vera can be found in many different forms: yogurts, drinks, desserts, dietary supplements... Rich in proteins and vitamins, it can be recommended to aid digestion or even regulate bowel movements. However, be careful: only the pulp is edible! Preparations using the whole leaf can cause poisoning and are classified as carcinogenic due to the significant proportion of aloe latex it contains. For internal use, aloe vera is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women as well as children under 6 years old. Cosmetic uses have been documented since antiquity. Again, it is the pulp that is used. You can simply cut a leaf directly from the plant and press the pulp onto the skin; however, since it oxidizes quickly, this limits its use as it is delicate to preserve once extracted. Many attribute virtues to aloe vera, including: Hydration of the skin Assistance in healing Soothing of irritations and redness 3 - Aloe vera for the whole family So that the whole family can enjoy the virtues of aloe vera safely and without having to dig up flower pots around the house, at NéoBulle we have designed a ready-to-use gel  : The Aloe Caresse Gel. We use for its production an organic Aloe Vera juice, directly sourced from a Spanish producer (Andalusia). Organic polyculture farming allows the soil to maintain its natural organo-mineral balance. Water needs are met by a pollution-free source and rainwater collection reservoirs. The harvest is done manually on leaves that have reached maturity, and the juice is then extracted from fresh leaves. The manufacturing process is artisanal and the processing unit is located within the plantation (short supply chain). Leaves are brushed, washed, and peeled meticulously to eliminate aloe latex, a laxative substance contained in the skin. The pulp (called mucilage) is crushed and pressed to extract the juice, following a specially studied protocol. Fresh and whole, the juice then retains all its properties. The quality of the juice mainly depends on how the plant was cultivated, the type of soil, climate, and care it receives. An organic Aloe Vera plant is mature between 4 and 5 years, and at that point, the juice has its potential nutritional components. It is at this stage of maturity that leaves are harvested to extract their juice. The rest of the formula? A natural thickener (to achieve the desired texture), glycerin (a powerful moisturizer), and a natural extract for preservation. The only one on the market to have been tested and approved for babies (from birth) and pregnant women (from the 1st month of pregnancy), it is a true must-have that can save you in many everyday situations. 4 – Little Neobulle Tips! Focus on hydration: For daily skincare, Aloe Caresse gel pamper your skin by providing real hydration but without greasing it! Ideal for oily skin that also needs water… It also pairs very well with our Radiance Face Oil : enhance your morning routine by mixing a small amount of gel with a few drops of oil. before application on the face. Recommended for very dry skin, aloe caress gel can also help relieve discomfort caused by eczema. Do not hesitate to seek advice from the health professional who follows you to assess its relevance for your case. A dream hair: Aloe not only nourishes the skin; it is also an excellent hair care! Applied as a mask, it nourishes dry, brittle ends, regulates scalp sebum, itching, and helps fight dandruff. Ouch ouch ouch, that burns! A missed spot of sunscreen? Aloe vera gel can help soothe the burning sensation from a sunburn and stimulates skin repair cells. Don't hesitate to place your bottle in the fridge before application for an extra refreshing effect! A pretty scar A scar that remains ugly, swollen, and pulls? You can try to massage it for a few days with a hazelnut-sized amount of aloe caress gel to help resorb and soften it. Be careful not to apply the gel on a fresh scar! 5 – Aloe in summer! Sanding friction that gets into clothing and the layer Sea salt or pool chlorine that irritates the skin Friction of clothes made sticky by sweat Sunburn (even without a sunburn) Summer is clearly not the friend of your skin: aloe vera can help you effectively soothe all small aggressions. An opportunity to establish a new beauty routine with a daily application on clean skin to keep it well hydrated? Now you know everything about aloe vera! And you, how will you use it?

Neobulle, a company committed to nature: The company's life (article 3/3)

Latest article in the series on Neobulle's commitments to nature: after discussing our actions through our carrier ranges and our care ranges, this time let's take the time to talk about the company itself! 1 – Our cocoon: the new building Until now, tenants of premises not always aligned with our values, we have crossed the threshold of building a new facility, in our image! We envisioned our cocoon as a living space that harmoniously integrates into the surrounding nature. Eco-construction, Forez wooden frame, low energy consumption, geothermal energy… Everything is designed to minimize its energy impact. The construction itself adhered to the specifics of the terrain, notably aiming to preserve the existing trees on the site (which was unfortunately not possible for all). And the aesthetic of the building seeks to blend into the surrounding forest. 2 – Small gestures that matter! Waste management in a company can sometimes be complex… The cardboard shredder What to do with, for example, the many cartons we receive and cannot always reuse? Well, we shred them and use them to pad the products in your orders! Generally, we make a point of adapting the sizes of our packaging to what they contain, to avoid waste on care products, and ensure that the boxes for our baby carriers are perfectly fitted. We also do not use additional plastic for packaging. Fun fact: we even go to our neighbors at the Biocoop 200m away to collect their cartons to shred or reuse for certain shipments! 3 – Nothing is lost (again)! Whether it’s fabric scraps or care products that can no longer be sold, employees can benefit from them free of charge for their personal use. We also turn to donations to charities. Thus, there is no destruction of unsold items. As for our textiles, they are donated to design schools or recycled into building insulation. 4 – Useful and Durable Products We are committed to designing only useful products in families' daily lives. Therefore, the resources needed to manufacture these are dedicated to real needs and do not support . Our carrying ranges are also very durable and easily accommodate multiple children. We have a 2-year warranty policy and offer repairs for all baby carriers that can be repaired, which helps avoid throwing them away. 5 – And what about the Neobullians? The entire company is concerned with ecology, and this is reflected in many small daily actions. The swap corner Waste is sorted in the break room, some leftover food is taken home by those who have chickens.... When Fango, our brave dog, doesn't directly benefit from it 😉 We also set up a "swap" corner in the break room where clothes, books, and other jars or dishes are exchanged. Weekly orders are made from local small producers, especially cheese and yogurt, to help support the local economy. You understand, at Neobulle, ecology is a core value, at the heart of everyone's commitments! And you, what are your small daily gestures?

Neobulle, a company committed to nature: the carrying (article 2/3)

After discussing in our previous article the eco-friendly gestures of our company regarding care products, we continue here with our carrying solutions! 1 – Still local! Like for skincare, it is essential for us that our carrying ranges are made locally! The weaver to whom we entrust the weaving of the textiles we use to manufacture our baby carriers is located 20km from Neobulle. These textiles are specifically and exclusively made for us. Everything is then directly cut and sewn in the workshop integrated into our building. The dyers responsible for dyeing the threads and textiles are also close to the company. The absence of multiple, geographically distant intermediaries allows us to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of our carrying systems. 2 – Respectful products It is essential for us that the carrying systems intended to hold your little ones preserve their health and the environment. All our fabrics are thus made from certified organic cotton threads, guaranteeing the most environmentally respectful cotton cultivation possible. The dyes used are also free from toxic products, which is not a detail when you know that babies love to chew on their carriers! Our dyed thread supplier is very committed to ecology and uses unique dyeing processes that use little water, coupled with a water treatment station. Generally, the companies we work with are very controlled! 3 – Nothing is wasted!!!! The manufacturing of our baby carriers is designed to maximize textile efficiency. We especially aim to limit unnecessary waste by carefully considering every detail of the cut. We also recently acquired a cutting machine that allows us to go even further in this approach. Fabric scraps, although unavoidable, are not discarded but repurposed: The company's employees can reclaim them for their personal projects We also donate them, for example, to design schools The leftovers are recycled into building insulation 4 – Choosing Packaging The packaging of our baby carriers also meets strict criteria: The boxes are made from PEFC-certified sustainable forest cardboard The inks used are vegetable-based We do not add plastic bags to package the carrying systems The instructions accompanying our carrying systems are designed to provide you with all necessary information for proper use and maintenance of your equipment, without superfluous details. Besides the ecological aspect of this choice, it is also a way to help you during your first installations and thus avoid overwhelming you with too many technical details that may not be necessary! Need more info? Feel free to visit our website and our YouTube channel. Note that the physical presence of a manual is part of the legal obligations and it is therefore not possible to simply digitalize it. In addition, choosing NéoBulle means supporting several small French businesses (our team of about forty employees, but also indirectly all our subcontractors, who are also small structures), and it also guarantees providing your baby with healthy textiles for him and for the planet. Stay tuned for the next article to take a closer look at all the actions implemented in parallel by the "Néobulliens"!

Neobulle, a company committed to nature: The care (article 1/3)

Because taking care of families also means taking care of the environment in which they live, Neobulle considers the entirety of its ranges so that they have the least possible impact on nature. We offer you a quick overview of the practices we develop for this purpose, through a series of 3 articles each dedicated to a pillar of the company: care, support, business life. Let’s start here with care! 1 – The simpler, the better Our first golden rule regarding care is to ensure that the composition contains a minimum of ingredients. Increasing the number of components means: Helichrysum also increasing resources needed to produce increasing packaging and transportation raising the risk of undesirable reactions and allergies All of this ultimately does not necessarily lead to the best efficacy. Say goodbye to the superfluous: our care products also contain only essential and useful ingredients! The ingredients we use are very simple as well, and we avoid processed products as much as possible. 2 – Favor local sourcing! Our main subcontractor, Abiessence, is located 30 km from our headquarters. Its activity is part of the same dynamic and upholds the same values as we do: Tea Tree Eco-friendly building, eco-constructed Valuing local resources: notably aromatic plants, which they cultivate themselves organically just a stone’s throw from the company. Circular economy: when cutting down a tree, Abiessence uses its entire volume. Non-marketable wood is used as firewood or chips. 1 tree = 9 products + 0 waste. Gentle steam distillation Packaging in reusable rigid boxes Favoring local sourcing and reducing intermediaries means drastically decreasing the carbon footprint associated with transportation. Likewise, most of our clients are also in France. . 3 – Product Quality For our skincare products, we work with natural ingredients from organic farming. Depending on their formulas and uses, they meet stringent criteria that allow them to obtain several labels and certifications as proof of their respect for the environment and health. Geranium Rosat Cosmetic products are certified under BIO COSMOS Organic, Cosmébio, and Slow Cosmétique. Our dietary supplements and synergies are certified Organic Agriculture. Other aromatherapy products follow the Bio & Engagé approach. All our certified products are controlled by the certification body Bureau Veritas. The initial quality of the raw material cultivation impacts all future quality of the finished product, making it a major criterion for us, which we ensure through testing. 4 - Careful Packaging Choices We pay particular attention to the packaging of our skincare products: To limit environmental impact But also to ensure that they do not "contaminate" the products they contain and that these remain safe for users. We choose 100% recyclable packaging, made in France. Palmarosa The aluminum used in sprays is made from 100% recycled aluminum. Our glass bottles contain 12 to 20% recycled glass. Plastics do not contain . However, we have chosen not to use recycled plastics because the process generates impurities that could impact the final quality of our skincare products. We ensure that their size is adapted to their intended use, which helps avoid waste. The container is also designed to be ergonomic: from a dropper to a pump bottle, it adjusts as needed and provides an optimal delivery. Big news for 2024: we are now also offering some of our products in refill form! No more need to buy a full container of baby wipe or liniment: you just need to simply refill it. And because the best waste is the one we don't produce: our packaging is reduced to the bare minimum (no box, instructions, or plastic film for example)! There you go, you know almost everything about our ecological commitments with our care products! We'll be back soon with another article covering our carrying solutions.