Under The Nile
A Mom on a Mission
Under the Nile was founded 20 years ago because of a mom’s mission to find clothing for her babies at the time (not so little anymore now) that would not irritate their skin. The more she researched, the more convinced she became to start her own organic cotton baby clothing company that would not only benefit her children - but all children.
That mom is Janice Masoud.
"With a background in fashion design and production, my journey began.
"As I started to think about how I wanted to shape my company and the impact I wanted to have, it became clear to me that it was important to not only use organic cotton, but equally important to make my products sustainably and ethically.
"I set out to Egypt to find a factory that mirrored my ethics and found the perfect partner in a farm north of Cairo. I loved everything about them - the way they ran their business, how they put the community’s welfare at the forefront, and their sustainability practices.
"Together, we would set out to create a positive change for both the planet and people’s lives.
"Our 13 Villages Project is a prime example. This project teaches women in rural villages how to make our fruit and veggie toys. When I first started the project and visited one of the villages, I remember seeing a mother who was making one of our carrot toys with a baby on her lap. It was the middle of winter and the baby had no socks or hat on his head. I remember asking how this could be. I soon found out that the mother was illiterate and didn’t think it was important to cover her baby. The next time I came back to visit her, I was happy to find her baby all grown up and with something on his feet and his head. Providing work and income for these women empowers them to transform themselves, their families and their communities.
"Our world is constantly changing and here at Under the Nile, I am always looking for new innovations and new ways of doing things to move our company forward.
"For the past 20 years, I have continued to stay true to my mission and myself, by creating products that continue to provide work for people, while making Babies, Parents and Mother Earth ALL HAPPY."
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The perfect 3-piece or stand-alone set with layering essentials, includes
- Striped, long sleeve, pink bodysuit with lap shoulder design and bottom snap opening for easy changes.
- Matching striped footed pants with pink appliqué on knees
- Reversible cardigan - Stripes on one side, solid pink on other
Made of butter soft organic Egyptian cotton, this baby bodysuit is gentle on baby's skin and the environment. Our collection of solid basic Essentials are designed to coordinate with any outfit and is a timeless basic for every newborn baby.
* Lap shoulder design and bottom snap opening for easy changing
* UTN fits all of their baby garments with cloth diapers, leaving a little extra room for your baby to grow into.
CARE
Please follow the specific care instructions on your baby garment for the best wear
- Machine wash warm with like colors
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry low heat
- Warm iron as needed
- Shrinkage rate of 6% - because all of our products are free of chemical finishes, we accommodate for shrinkage with a little extra room.
Please do not tumble dry if you wish to avoid shrinkage. - Love your goods and the planet with biodegradable detergents free of phosphates, bleach, optimal whiteners, chlorine or petroleum based surfactants
CERTIFICATIONS
- Made of 100% organic Egyptian cotton | Certified by GOTS Global Organic Textile Standard
- Free of Azo colorants, BPA, flame retardants, formaldehyde, fragrance, PVC or lead
- First & only baby clothing to carry the Gold Egyptian Seal of authentic premium, butter soft combed Egyptian cotton
- All of our products are ethically made in Certified Fair Trade facilities that adhere to the highest global textile and labor standards to ensure that the people who make our goods are treated well and paid fairly.
Item #: I3-1166
Under The Nile 100% Organic Egyptian Cotton Baby Set in a silky soft brushed Winter White sherpa, with a snug and comfy fit and no flame retardant -- uniquely soft, durable and luxurious.
Size: Newborn/NB
Side snap footie
Our organic baby side snap footie is now available in a silky soft brushed white sherpa so can baby crawl freely with a snug and comfy fit. Side snaps all along footie for easy changing. GTIN: 810002841323
Front snap jacket
Silky soft, brushed sherpa front snap jacket. Features a grey and white stripe lining and neat self binding for a premium jacket to finish off any outfit, while keeping baby warm and comfortable. GTIN:810002841293
Ear flap hat
This organic brushed sherpa ear flap hat is a must-have for the chilly season! Keeps your baby's head and ears nice and warm with snaps under the chin for extra security and snug fit. GTIN: 810002841361
Under The Nile Long Sleeve Lap Shoulder T-Shirt Set - Panda Print-NB
Under The Nile Long Sleeve Lap Shoulder T-Shirt Set - Panda Print-NB
The perfect gift for a newborn baby's wardrobe! Designed with a relaxed silhouette for all day comfort.
A long sleeve t-shirt, this organic baby top features a lap shoulder design detail for easy changing and a cute panda screen print.
Black Roll Waist Pants and finely knit panda ear knitted hat, the ultimate style accessory for any baby boy or girl. Made of buttery soft organic cotton in organic white and black, its a unisex hat designed to perfectly hug baby's head in warmth.
This long sleeve panda set is off-white and jet black and is perfect for baby boy or girl.
* Functional lap shoulder design for easy changing
CARE
Please follow the specific care instructions on your organic garment for the best wear
- Machine wash warm with like colors
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry low heat
- Warm iron as needed
- Love your goods and the planet with biodegradable detergents free of phosphates, bleach, optimal whiteners, chlorine or petroleum based surfactants
CERTIFICATIONS
- Made of 100% organic Egyptian cotton | Certified by GOTS Global Organic Textile Standard
- Free of Azo colorants, BPA, flame retardants, formaldehyde, fragrance, PVC or lead
- First & only baby clothing to carry the Gold Egyptian Seal of authentic premium, butter soft combed Egyptian cotton
- All of our products are ethically made in Certified Fair Trade facilities that adhere to the highest global textile and labor standards to ensure that the people who make our goods are treated well and paid fairly.
Item #: I3-1463
Long Sleeve side lap shoulder T-Shirt with Panda face print and matching harem pants. This organic cotton baby set is a cool, relaxed fit for your baby's comfort and mobility. Designed in a neutral, black and white unisex print for every baby and coordinates with everything in our Panda collection!
* Easy pull up and wear
Under The Nile Organic Cotton Multicolor Veggie Stripe long Johns Baby and Toddler
Under The Nile Organic Cotton Multicolor Veggie Stripe long Johns Baby and Toddler
Made from super soft rib knit, UTN's Multicolor Veggie Stripe Long Johns for babies and toddlers are super cute and are the perfect weight for lounging, sleeping, or layering during cold winter days. The multicolor stripe perfectly matches with UTN Veggie Bunch Collection.
This pajama set was produced organically without flame retardants and is made to be tight fitting according to the Federal Safety requirements for sleepwear.
Read more about healthy sleep without breathing in toxic flame retardants on UTN organic Long Johns on UTN blog!
* Made to be tight fitting *
- Shirt and pants set
- Elastic waist for comfort
- Made with snug fit, in accordance to Federal Safety requirements for sleepwear
- 100% Egyptian organic cotton
- GOTS certified
- Made by our Fair Trade Partner in Egypt
- Absolutely NO Azo colorants, BPA, flame retardants, formaldehyde, fragrance, PVC or lead
Item # I2-1593, U2B-1594
A member of UTN's renowned collection of stuffed organic fruits and veggies toys, Carrot is destined to be baby's favorite. Made and stuffed with 100% organic Egyptian cotton, they're safe for little foodies. Created to encourage healthy eating habits in babies and kids, this is the one time you want your kids to play with their food! Inspired by our own commitment to sustainable agriculture, our collection of fruit and veggies are STEM toys for future scientists and environmentalists.
The center of our 13 Villages Project, our fruits and veggies give back to an initiative created by our co-founder Janice Masoud, to provide safe and healthy work for women in rural Egypt. Each fruit and veggies is made by women of different villages in Egypt that you can learn more about HERE.
* Measures 7" tall
* Sustainably made from scraps from leftover clothing production
CARE
* Please follow the specific care instructions on your toy for the best results
- Machine wash warm with like colors
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry low heat
- Toys should not be immersed in water and left out to air dry
- Dry thoroughly in a machine dryer to ensure the organic cotton inside does not remain wet (if left wet, mold may grow)
- Put a bath towel with your toys in the dryer to dry faster
- Love your goods and the planet with biodegradable detergents free of phosphates, bleach, optimal whiteners, chlorine or petroleum based surfactants
- Please note some toys specify spot cleaning. Take a damp cloth with a mild detergent to wash away the spot that requires cleaning. Do no soak the toy in water.
CERTIFICATIONS
- Made of 100% organic Egyptian cotton | Certified by GOTS Global Organic Textile Standard
- Free of Azo colorants, BPA, flame retardants, formaldehyde, fragrance, PVC or lead
- First & only baby clothing to carry the Gold Egyptian Seal of authentic premium, butter soft combed Egyptian cotton
- All of our products are ethically made in Certified Fair Trade facilities that adhere to the highest global textile and labor standards to ensure that the people who make our goods are treated well and paid fairly.
Item # CARROT
Under The Nile Long Sleeve Lap Shoulder Bodysuit - Organic Cotton Grey Stripe
$24.00
Unit price perUnder The Nile Long Sleeve Lap Shoulder Bodysuit - Organic Cotton Grey Stripe
$24.00
Unit price perThis Grey Stripe long sleeve bodysuit is the perfect layering piece, with a functional lap shoulder design for easy changing!
- Made with combed interlock cotton
- Neutral Grey Stripe with white trim
- Functional lap shoulder design for easy changing
- 100% organic Egyptian cotton
- GOTS certified
- Made at fair trade farm in Egypt
- Absolutely NO Azo colorants, BPA, flame retardants, formaldehyde, fragrance, PVC or lead
Item #: I3-1171