Archives for July 2009

Dude, What's On My Food?!

As a parent, you're probably concerned about pesticides on the foods your family eats. I know I am. Since the Environmental Working Group came out with their list of the "Dirty Dozen", I'm more selective about our produce purchases. We even grew a few rows of kale in our raised … [Read more...]

Natural Insect Repellent Skin Patch: Don't Bite Me!

Applying eco-friendly insect repellent on my son's skin is like applying sunscreen: he hates it! Luckily, we rarely need it do to a predictable evening wind on our property, but when we go camping or visiting friends, it's a different story. He's also a compulsive scratcher, … [Read more...]

A Concerned Mother and Scientist Seeks A Better Climate Change Law with Washington

I became interested in green living before I had my first child, but since the birth of my daughter; I realized the even great impact for the need to protect our environment and our planet. As parents, we are given the enormous responsibility in rearing of our child to raise a … [Read more...]

High School Cancels Breastfeeding Demo

When you were in high school, were you in one of those classes where you had to carry around a fake "baby"? An egg or other food item? You and your partner would dress it and take turns caring for it through band or basketball practices. It was to teach us the responsibility it … [Read more...]

Children's Music for the Whole Family: B is for Bob (Marley)

When I first found "B is for Bob" kids' t-shirts, I thought they were so cute. Now, there is a children's album with the same name. B Is for Bob is a collection of original Bob Marley songs re-imagined for kids and fans of all ages!! The international musical legend's eldest … [Read more...]