World Sea Turtle Day – celebrated every year on June 16th – is a powerful reminder of the vital role sea turtles play in ocean ecosystems. These gentle creatures have glided through Earth’s seas for over 100 million years, yet today, they face unprecedented threats – many of which stem from human activity, especially plastic pollution.
But here’s the good news: small, mindful choices at home – even with our littlest family members – can make a big difference.
The Plastic Problem Sea Turtles Face
Every year, millions of tonnes of plastic enter our oceans, and sadly, sea turtles are among the many animals that mistake plastic waste for food. A floating plastic bag can look like a jellyfish to a hungry turtle – often with fatal consequences.
But reducing plastic doesn’t have to be overwhelming. One impactful way parents can help? Switching to reusable cloth nappies and accessories.
How Cloth Nappies Help Our Oceans
The average baby will use thousands of disposable nappies before potty training – and most of those nappies contain plastic that will sit in landfill (or worse, end up in waterways) for hundreds of years.
By choosing reusable cloth nappies, you’re keeping plastic waste out of our environment and helping to protect wildlife like sea turtles. Add in cloth wipes and wetbags, and you’re significantly cutting your household’s plastic use.
Celebrate with Baby Bare’s Sea Turtle-Inspired Prints
To honour these incredible ocean creatures, Baby Bare previously released limited edition, artist-designed nappy prints.
These prints are not just adorable – they’re a beautiful way to start conversations about conservation and help your little one connect with nature from the very beginning.
Whether you’re a long-time cloth nappy user or just starting out, these special prints are a perfect way to mark World Sea Turtle Day with purpose and style.
Don’t Miss Our World Ocean Day Competition!
To celebrate World Ocean Day and raise awareness for ocean protection, we’re hosting a special giveaway!
🎉 You could win a Baby Bare cloth nappy and a set of reusable wipes – the perfect eco-friendly starter pack for your little one.
But hurry – entries close soon!
Click here to enter the competition and help spread the word about protecting our seas.
Small Swaps, Big Impact
Choosing cloth nappies and reusable baby products isn’t just about convenience or cost – it’s a statement of values. It’s about choosing a healthier world for your baby and doing your part to keep plastic out of the oceans where sea turtles swim.
This World Sea Turtle Day, let’s remember: change starts with us – and it can start with something as simple as a nappy.
🐢💚 Happy World Sea Turtle Day from all of us at Baby Bare! 💚🐢