Should the Flu Vaccine be Required for Preschool or Daycare?

I teach preschool and elementary school. If you have ever worked with small children, you know these places are germ factories! The school year seems made up of one cold or flu virus after another, no matter how many times you wash your hands. The state of New Jersey has decided … [Read more...]

9 Best Articles for Natural and Home Remedies on Eco Child's Play in 2008

We've published some excellent natural health articles on Eco Child's Play this year, and I've picked out 9 of the best, covering quite a few natural and home remedies for both kids and adults. [social_buttons] A great place to start when looking for ways to prevent sickness in … [Read more...]

Does Obesity and Diabetes Begin in the Womb?

Several recent studies point to the possible origination of both obesity and diabetes in the womb. An article in the LA Times last year had a quote from Beverly Muhlhausler, a researcher at the University of South Australia and an authority on fetal diet and adult disease: "What … [Read more...]

Why Tilty is a Better Sippy: Comment to Win

Comments are now closed. Congrats to Meg who won the Tilty cup pack! My children are constantly leaving a third of their beverage resting in sippy cups. It's wasteful and it's frustrating for the little ones to know there is something to drink and not be able to get it out … [Read more...]

Packing Smart, Stylish, Safe Lunches: Comment to WIN!

Comments are NOW CLOSED. Congratulations to Natalie who had the winning comment! (updated 12/15/08). I'm a fan of the waste free lunch. The last thing I want to do is send my kids or husband off with a trash filled lunch. Even more important is to keep their food safe. My … [Read more...]