DO BRITISH MUMS CARE ABOUT CHEMICALS IN CHILDREN'S CLOTHING?

[FashionAndMumsResearch]

Along with the rise of clean eating, beauty, and homeware, fashion may be emerging as the next safety concern.

I'm a Master's student at the London College of Fashion, researching non-toxic childrenswear!

I'd be massively grateful if any British mothers of children aged 3-12 could take 5 minutes to complete the questionnaire. I have to hit 200 responses, which is challenging as I don't personally know many mothers. If you feel like it and have the time, please feel free to share it with any friends or group chats. https://arts.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cLOsTjZpcDVgKWy

Thank you so much and have a wonderful week Xx

Yes she did. Some people completing the survey may see more information than others. Thank you so much for helping to keep the thread alive I appreciate it massively xx

Hi thanks for the insight! I do have an "other" option.

Thank you so much for your time! ☺️ I would love hear any thoughts you have on the research you do. Xx

Thanks for sharing this feedback! It's important for me and lovely to hear that you found it helpful x

Did the BIG FAT CAPITAL LETTERS in the title not give away what the survey is about? Are you not triggered by reading the trigger warning that there are "negative effects of chemicals in clothing on children’s health"?

Why are you so angry?
I’ve filled in the survey OP. Good luck with your studies!

Bloody hell. Why on earth are you arguing on a thread about a chemicals in clothes survey? You probably need a new hobby away from the internet.

So childish, getting all the way through it then not submitting it cos of this. This person was just wording it in the most inclusive way that she thought would keep everyone happy (which we all know is impossible). The same way you might see it worded on a council/tv subscription whatever form. She’s just copying the wording from what she sees on other forms! Don’t blame her, blame society. It’s got nothing to do with the questions she’s asking. So petty

A poorly constructed survey!

im not a parent of under 12s or id have filled this in.

i dont think people know that some chemicals like Teflon are considered toxic. I thought the best kids trousers were protected by teflon and would last longer, but apparently it’s one of many chemicals that arent what we thought - and i cook on pans wirh that in them.

im about to watch “in our blood the forever chemicals scandal” on stv (or itv). scary stuff. like spent nuclear fuel once it’s made it can be unmade.

all the best with your course OP.

This is so uncalled for. The OP is a student. How many masters degrees do you have?

Yes and she is trying to meet the expectations of her academic supervisor who will be mainly responsible for marking it. It would be crazy to ignore any advice from the supervisor, even if it is bonkers! The end goal is that OP passes her Masters.

Gender is made up nonsense whereas biological Sex can only be one or the other, so I’m surprised that anyone conducting academic research would want to include such a pointless option that doesn’t assist the research in any way. 🤔

I understand you wanted to stand out, but shouting isn't the way to do it. It really comes over as obnoxious. Presumably not the vibe you were aiming for.

putting a question at the end that you know will get peoples backs up isn't the way to go about it, unless you are ok with abandoned surveys.

It doesn't come across as obnoxious - don't be silly.

If you read the thread, the OP explains why she had to include the ridiculous question about gender. She can make a stand, refuse, and fail - or she can grit her teeth, roll her eyes inwardly, and do what her supervisor requires her to do. I know what I'd do after paying £££££ for a Masters.

Trigger warnings are the same brand of nonsense as gender wang. People who can't go about their daily lives without notice that their feelings might get hurt.

Someone has been triggered…🤣

Yes. I read ALL her posts.

She said she left the gender question until the end as she knew people wouldn't be to happy about it. That's not a good approach to creating a survey, unless you want abandoned surveys. I never said to make a stand, so don't know why you're going on about that??

I'm not the only one who finds shouting thread titles obnoxious, if you don't, that's great. But bugger off telling others not to be silly.

I think some people required a trigger warning for the gender question!

Hiya, some people who fill out the survey may have to read more detailed explanations of specific chemicals and health conditions.

You bugger off.

She had to include the gender question, and she explained very clearly why she left it to tge end. People who know it's a ridiculous question and decide not to continue will abandon the survey regardless of where the question is placed.

Thank you so much for your time and support 😊xx

Sorry you feel that way, I'm just trying to do my best! It's the hardest thing I've ever had to do academically.

I’m sorry about the responses. Good luck with your survey. I filled it in. I wanted to add I avoid non iron school uniform as it has formaldehyde in, and try and only buy fabrics that don’t, but it is hard to get full school uniform that complies, that children will wear and that isn’t full of chemicals.

The only issue I had was the word “consume” as my kids do many things with clothes but they don’t eat them!

No worries at all thank you for sharing your thoughts! I've swapped to stainless steel pans now, although it takes a bit of practice!
Wow I didn't know ITV had made a documentary too will definitely be giving that a watch.
Thank you so much! Have a wonderful day x