A common belief about extended breastfeeding is that the quality of a mother's milk declines the longer her child continues to nurse. Parents often question if toddlers really benefit from prolonged breastfeeding, as their nutritional needs begin to be met by solid foods; … [Read more...]
5 Green Products: Smartwool, Klean Kanteen, Britax, Licefree Everday, Out of Africa
1. SmartWool Kids' Socks and Tights I love SmartWool! I wear my it year round, well the socks at least. Somehow SmartWool has taken the itch out of wool and made it completely washable without turning into felt. Wool is the best natural fiber for warmth, and it does not get … [Read more...]
Organic Children’s Sleepwear Recalled by CPSC Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
My children do not wear sleepwear ladened with flame retardants. I always seek out 100% cotton pajamas that are made to fit snugly and thus do not require passing flammability tests. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) explains: What is the purpose of the children’s … [Read more...]
EWG’s 2011 Dirty Dozen: Apples Top the List
Not every family can afford to eat 100% organic. Every year, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) publishes their dirty dozen list. These are the top 12 foods to avoid when grown commercially because of heavy pesticide use. Fruit and vegetables are a very important part of … [Read more...]
New MU Study: BPA “Demasculinized” Mice Making Them Undesirable
The University of Missouri, where I earned my Master's in Education, has been at the forefront in exposing Bisphenol-A dangers. Frederick vom Saal, professor of biological sciences, exposed BPA in 2005 making such strong statements as: "The science is clear and the findings are … [Read more...]
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