How Should I Wash Kids' Clothes to Reduce Shrinkage?

Heat, not washing, is what shrinks kids' clothes. Here's how to wash and dry cotton garments to keep them true to size.
July 01, 2026 — Saint Toba
Saint Toba oversized t-shirt in ecru - slow fashion kids cotton basics

What is slow fashion and why does it cost more?

A clear explanation of what slow fashion means, why slow-fashion pieces cost more, and how to evaluate whether the tradeoff is worth it when buying kids clothing.
June 27, 2026 — Saint Toba
Saint Toba kids trackies with racing stripe - detail view showing quality construction

How to reduce kids clothing waste (without buying less)

A practical guide to reducing waste from kids clothing through better buying choices, care practices, and end-of-life options for outgrown garments.
June 26, 2026 — Saint Toba
Kids clothing laid out flat - baby and toddler outfit inspiration

How many clothes does a baby actually need?

A practical guide to how many clothes babies and toddlers actually need at each stage, with specific item counts and advice on avoiding overbuy.
June 25, 2026 — Saint Toba
What should I look for in ethical kids clothing?

What should I look for in ethical kids clothing?

A practical guide to certifications, fabric, and labour standards for parents shopping for ethical kids clothing in Australia.

June 24, 2026 — Saint Toba
Saint Toba kids trackies with racing stripe on model

The best independent kids clothing brands designed in Bali

A guide to independent kids clothing brands with roots in Bali, covering what makes small-batch Indonesian labels different from mass-market alternatives.
June 17, 2026 — Saint Toba
Saint Toba AW26 Capsule One, Indonesian-Australian kids clothing designed in Bali

How do you build a capsule wardrobe for a toddler?

A toddler capsule wardrobe is about 15 to 20 mix-and-match basics per size. Here is a simple formula, plus how to buy less and make it last.
June 15, 2026 — Saint Toba