“You grew up so fast!”

This is one of the most frequently said phrases around a given child, and while it is designed with the best of intentions, it also has a slightly disturbing connotation to parents.

Because as a child grows, so does his wardrobe.

It’s a tale as old as time. Babies are born, they grow up out of their rompers. Toddlers grow up, they grow up with their boots, sweaters and joggers. Children grow up, they get out of their t-shirts, shorts and dresses in the blink of an eye.

This is why it may seem a little difficult when you consider the amount of waste that we as a management company add taking into account the amount of clothing a child can endure between zero and 18 years old.

Of course, second-hand clothes are the best way forward in raising children – woolen sweaters and waterproof jackets will never fail when passed from one child or generation to generation.

But not everyone has access to such a second-hand inventory, especially newbie parents who are dressing their own babies for the very first time.

But if you are able to shop for new brands of sustainable children’s clothing, this is the way to go. Lucky for us here in Australia we have a number of eco labels ready to dress our kids, the next kids and the next kids over there as we start our own clothes.

Keep scrolling through the best sustainable children’s clothing brands in Australia.