Can Breastmilk Cause Autism?

Augh! Writing that title almost made me gag. But a new article on the University of California, San Francisco site claims that neuroscientist Michael Merzenich has performed research that may make some leaning toward formula fulling tip over the edge. Merzenich tested newborn … [Read more...]

NIH Looks For Swine Flu Vaccine Volunteers

Last Wednesday, the National Institutes of Health began recruiting volunteers to test the swine flu vaccine. Manufacturers are rushing to make it to market before the swine flu rebounds in the fall. The first wave of shots is to be tested on healthy adults, but once safety is … [Read more...]

Ikea Banishes Breastfeeding Mom to Bathroom

A woman in the Red Hook, Brooklyn Ikea store reported being sent to the family washroom because she was breastfeeding publicly--though covered--in the store. She and her 6 ½ month old daughter then had to wait in line at this facility, causing the hungry babe to get very … [Read more...]

NY Passes Breastfeeding Mothers' Bill of Rights

New York state government finally got back to work and has passed a law to help encourage breastfeeding. Interestingly enough, the same week, a mother was pushed into breastfeeding in a family restroom at a Brooklyn Ikea store. (Maybe those lawmakers spent too much time … [Read more...]

Teaching Kids to Reuse, The Ultimate in Recycling

I recently found the book Choose to Reuse (a green touch & feel book) while looking for an environmentally sound gift for a two year old. What I like about this book: It's produced sustainably. This fun story carries the message of reuse, which is the ultimate in … [Read more...]