Massachusetts Issues BPA Warning to Parents

After a year-long review of studies regarding bisphenol-A, Massachusetts warned parents to avoid storing breastmilk or formula in containers that contain the endocrine disruptor. Officials also urged pregnant and breastfeeding women to also avoid food contact materials made with … [Read more...]

Zambian Journalist On Trial for "Obscene" Childbirth Photos

[social_buttons] In Zambia, the health workers are on strike. That's not good for the people. In response, journalist Chansa Kabwela sent two pictures of a woman giving breech birth to women's rights groups, Zambia's vice president, and health groups. They were graphic, so much … [Read more...]

"Breast-Washing": Enfamil Offers Free Breastfeeding Support Kit

You've heard of "Greenwashing." My favorite posts on this matter are at The Good Human. But what about a fraudulent "breastfeeding support kit" from a formula company? Wow! Ain't nothing like finding this crap offer during World Breastfeeding Week! Today's specimen: Enfamil. … [Read more...]

One More Problem with Phthalates: Preterm Birth

Phthalates, as you know, have been ordered removed from children's goods, which includes food contact materials. But they're still found in common items, such as shower curtains, personal body care products, and various medical products, among many other things. Phthalates soften … [Read more...]

Breastfeeding Centerfold: Nursing Mums Become Calendar Girls

As you know, today starts World Breastfeeding Week. While we all know "breast is best", we have varying comfort levels regarding public breastfeeding. How 'bout plastered on walls around the world, every day of the year? That's what the 2010 Rugby Breastfeeding Calendar is … [Read more...]