The Black Barbie Doll: Multiculturalism or Token Gesture?

We are no fans of Barbie here on Eco Child's Play. From greenwashing to negatively affecting girls' body image, almost no little girl in America grows up without this plastic doll. She comes in many shades and styles now (and we all know Ken was gay). I recently came across … [Read more...]

Mothers “Invest” in Babies: Long Term Breastfeeding and Full Term Pregnancy Increases Brain Growth

It's not breaking news that breastfeeding increases intelligence, as it is the perfect food for our perfect babes. The debate often revolves around how much breastfeeding is best. Western mothers who breastfeed into the toddler and preschool years (and sometimes kindergarten) … [Read more...]

5 Green Parent Posts: Insteading, SafeMama, Hippie Housewife, Midwifery Today, & Medscape

Don't forget to click on the titles for links to the original, full length posts. 1. Insteading: Herb Gardening With Kids “Mummy! It smells just like sunshine!” said my 5 year old son, Cameron, his face split wide open with a grin. He was standing knee deep in the middle of … [Read more...]

Want to Become a Midwife? Apprenticeship Opportunity in Eugene

Prostitution is often referred to as the oldest profession, but I would argue midwifery has been around since humans dwelled in caves. Not only is midwifery an ancient, sacred profession, it still follows the apprenticeship model of training and educating new … [Read more...]

26 US Crib Injuries a Day: Co-sleeping is Safer

Many opponents of the family bed and co-sleeping claim it is unsafe. It is true that injuries and tragic deaths have occurred when babies are placed in adult beds, but most of the time this is the fault of parents who do not remove bedding or practice safe co-sleeping … [Read more...]