In Search Of A Safer Sippy

When I attend trade shows and green festivals, I’m always on the look out for products for my family. Sometimes these are simpler greener options, often they address safety issues. Any parent today is getting used to having the bejesus scared out of them every time they turn … [Read more...]

Non-Toxic Teethers by Natursutten

We are spending the week with friends in Maine, and they have a beautiful 6 month old baby boy who is getting his two front teeth. He is suffering so, and reminding me of the same process with my two little girls. I would give them frozen bagels, organic cotton rattles and … [Read more...]

How Safe is Your Child's Playground? Recycled Tire Cushioning Poses Health Concerns

It is back to school time, and whether you child plays at a park or a school, you have probably been on a playground that uses recycled tires for cushioning. In the past, I have questioned the safety of children playing with old tires; however, I remember enjoy tire swings … [Read more...]

Solving the Milk Crisis Part Deux with Lactate Support from Gaia Herbs

I must have cursed myself because after writing my original post, Solving the Milk Crisis During Breastfeeding, I went through a milk crisis of my own. Whereas before I had strong milk ejection to the point my newborn was choking on my milk; it was slowly dwindling down during … [Read more...]

Mother's Milk: Breastfeeding Olympics with your Toddler

Editor's note: This guest piece was written by Summer about nursing a toddler. Summer is the stay-at-home mother of two monkey boys, a breastfeeding supporter, and never shy when it comes to talking about her breasts. You can read her voicing her opinions on parenting and life … [Read more...]