Ecostore was founded in New Zealand on the ideal of "No Nasty Chemicals". This idea appeals to many green parents who want the best for their families and their homes without worrying about dangerous chemicals lurking in the simplest of products. According to Poison Control … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2009
Moderation: The Key to Environmentalism and Just About Everything
I call myself a moderate. I firmly believe that you attract more bees with honey, so why would I take on the "My way or the highway" mentality? The only realm I don't take a moderate stance in is safety. For example, I'm always going to be a bit over the top careful and … [Read more...]
12 Reasons to Go Diaper-Free
Elimination Communication (EC), otherwise known as the "Diaper-Free Baby" movement, is increasing in popularity despite criticism and misconceptions. Why are more and more parents rejecting the convenience of modern diapering? Here are 12 great reasons to consider letting your … [Read more...]
Pregnant Smokers, Violent Kids
As if you need one more reason to avoid those nasties... Smoking during pregnancy leads to offspring with more physically violent behavior. I'm guessing it's their way of saying later: "Mama! What the heck were you thinking?!" University of Montreal psychiatry professor Dr. … [Read more...]
Five Different Ways to Recycle Shoes
The throwing of a shoe can be a powerful statement, depending on where you aim it. For most of us, though, show-throwing usually goes more like this: open trash can, insert shoe. Still, our shoe-throwing matters. Hundreds of millions of shoes get bought, used, and presumably … [Read more...]
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