PVC Floors Linked to Autism?

A Swedish study found that the rate of autism is higher for children in houses that have PVC vinyl flooring. The children in the study were apparently affected by the phthalates that are emitted from the material. Infants and toddlers who had vinyl floors in their rooms were … [Read more...]

National School Lunch Program Heavily Influenced by Lobbyists

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/tVfAWbitBTs&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&hl=en&feature=player_embedded&fs=1] Every wonder how the mystery fish sticks or tater tots ended up in your school's lunch program: think politics, think lobbyists. $10 billion is … [Read more...]

Teen Gets 2-Week Suspension for Taking Her Birth Control Pill

Zero Tolerance policies often include everything under the sun: prescriptions, over-the-counters, and of course the illegal junk. But when a Fairfax County, Virginia mom got word that her daughter would receive a two-week suspension for the birth control pill, she was … [Read more...]

Fill Your Easter Baskets with Eco-Friendly Art Supplies from Stubby Pencil Studio

Art supplies are wonderful and versatile. What other items offer fun play, creative expression, and learning all in one...for very inexpensive prices? With art supplies children have the world at their fingertips. There is so much that can be done, be made, be … [Read more...]

Easter Chicks: How to Give in a Socially Conscious Way

I'm all for everyone getting a set of backyard chickens. I love mine! It's an easy step in sustainability. Plus, it's great to see your kiddos literally play with their food, but in a more natural setting. However, are you just getting those cute lil fuzzy birds for your … [Read more...]