Parents feel the cost of youth

Many parents are experiencing increased debt problems as they try to purchase only environmentally friendly products for their children.

A new report from Family Investments has shown that parents who select eco-friendly baby products must expect to pay £700 more than those choosing the low cost alternatives.

Amongst the products listed in the report was environmentally-friendly nappies that cost 41p each, compared to 19p for the average standard version. Ethical baby food that costs 79p a jar, can also be purchased for a reduced rate of 63p for a standard bottle.