Baby Bibs
Bibs worn during feeding to protect clothing. Range from fabric to silicone to plastic. In direct contact with face and neck skin, and often mouthed by babies.
Why It Matters
Worn against sensitive neck and chest skin during multiple meals daily. Silicone and plastic bibs can be mouthed. Waterproof coatings may contain PFAS.
Chemicals of Concern in This Product
Bisphenol A (BPA)
An industrial chemical used to make certain plastics and resins since the 1950s. Found in...
Phthalates
A group of chemicals used to make plastics more flexible and harder to break. Also used as...
Lead
A toxic heavy metal that was once commonly used in paint, plumbing, and many consumer products....
PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)
A large group of synthetic chemicals known as 'forever chemicals' because they don't...
Ingredient Red Flags
Watch for these on ingredient labels:
- Vinyl bibs
- Cracking or peeling prints
- Strong plastic smell
- Unknown brand imports with bright prints
What to Look For
- ✓Food-grade silicone for easy-clean bibs
- ✓PFAS-free waterproof options
- ✓Lead-tested, especially for printed designs
Finding Safer Options
Organic cotton bibs (Burt's Bees Baby, Under the Nile), silicone bibs from trusted brands (Mushie, BapronBaby), or OEKO-TEX certified options.
Certifications to Look For
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