Question from Linda
Dear Debra, I have scoured the internet looking for school uniforms for my son that are either organic, or at least 100% cotton but untreated with any kind of chemical (the stain-resistant, wrinkle-resistant coatings). I have found organic polo shirts but have not been able to find shorts or pants. Do you or your readers have any ideas where I can find these? Thank you.
Debra’s Answer
Readers?
I am in England now and was able to find lots of organic, 100 % cotton uniforms that has no coating of any kind at all. Just google it and find US results.
http://www.ecooutfitters.co.uk/
http://www.eczemaclothing.com/category/school-uniform/
I can buy healthy uniforms from head to toe for my son but I can not change all the uniforms in the class and school. Is it harmful just being in the same room or touching those nasty fabrics? Eczema is a big problem in England no wonder why. What about indoor air quality in a class full of kids wearing those nasty clothing? It might be a silly question but I can not stop my mind being so uncrompomised…and wanting to change things that has been so obviously unhealthy for a long time…
Thank you for your owesome and educating website!!! I learn something every single day.
COMMENT FROM DEBRA:
Yes, these fabric finishes can become indoor air pollutants. Best for all of the children to wear safe clothing, for themselves and for the class as a whole.