Even if you breastfeed, it is a good idea to have at least one baby bottle in your home. There may be times you want to express milk for others to feed while you are away, or as your baby ages and the summer heat increases, a baby bottle is the best way to give your child water. Unfortunately, many baby bottles are also toxic. The plastic contains chemicals, such as Bisphenol-A (BPA), that have many negative health effects. Fortunately, many alternatives exist. From glass to stainless steel, ... continue reading...
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Who makes the best sippy cup? NEW BPA-Free Stainless Steel Sippy Cup and Food Canisters by Klean Kanteen
One of my very earliest blog posts on Eco Child's Play was the exciting discovery of a stainless steel sippy cup! Wow, that was over six years ago, and the [amazon_link id="B0092ZVOPE" target="_blank" ]Klean Kanteen stainless steel sippy cup[/amazon_link] is still my favorite! Now with a new lid and colorful bottles, these sippys can please both children and parents alike. We still use our stainless steel sippys from six years ago. Even though my children no longer use a sippy lid, these ... continue reading...
Do those plastic bulk bins contain BPA?
Recently, our closest health food store redid their bulk bins. Previously, the bulk food was kept in gallon and half gallon glass jars. This was inconvenient for seeing what was available, as the jars sat in front of one another on the shelves, but it was an old school carryover from the very old natural food store that it once was. The new bulk bins at our local store are very nice and inspired me to buy items I had not bought in decades, e.g. mung beans; however, I got to thinking as I drove ... continue reading...
New Columbia University Study: BPA Exposure in Young Children Increases Risk of Asthma
More bad news about Bisphenol-A (BPA)! In addition to brain tumors, hyperactivity, heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, this endocrine disruptor has now been linked to asthma. A new study conducted at Columbia University has found that increased exposure to BPA at ages 3, 5, and 7 strengthened the likelihood these same children would suffer from asthma between the ages of 5 and 12. ... continue reading...
BPA-free Product Review: Contigo Autospout Water Bottle
I am a big proponent of hydration, just ask my kids. I've even been nicknamed "Ms. Hydrate" by a friend. Water is essential to the human body. Carrying drinking water around with you ensures you will drink often. Kids especially need to be reminded to drink water throughout the day. They say that if you feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated. My children carry either [amazon_link id="B003BG0Z6E" target="_blank" ]Lifefactory 22-Ounce Beverage Bottle, Red[/amazon_link] or [amazon_link ... continue reading...
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