So you've decided to try babywearing -- perhaps you've read the Babywearing 101 series, or Baby Essentials That Aren't, here at Eco Child's Play. As a green-minded parent, you may now be wondering what options exist for slings and carriers made of organic and eco-friendly fabrics. You might be pleasantly surprised. From small-business WAHM handmade slings, to big-name brands, there is a wide selection of organic baby carriers out there to choose from. Whatever style of carrier you prefer, ... continue reading...
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Baby Paraphernalia: 3-in-1 Multi-Purpose Cover for Shopping Carts, Infant Carriers, and Nursing
When I had infants, I was never one for buying all the paraphernalia many parents think they need to be successful (see Heather's great series Baby Essentials that Aren't). One item I wish I would have had was a shopping cart cover, but I couldn't see buying one. Now Sprout Shell offers one that is multi-purposed, which makes it useful in so many more ways and thus more environmentally friendly, although I wish it was made from organic cotton fabric. Sprout Shell is a 3-in-1 cover for baby. ... continue reading...
Study Finds Cheeseburgers More Nutritious Than Baby Food
If asked which is more nutritious baby food or a cheeseburger, you'd probably guess infant food. Guess again...a study out of Britain has discovered that those little jars of mush aren't that healthy. In fact, researchers found that cheeseburgers and chocolate biscuits were more nutritious than many leading brands of baby food sold in Great Britain. We aren't even talking about a homemade cheeseburger but one from a fast food chain. One company under fire is Heinz. Of particular concern are ... continue reading...
Adding a New Family Member When Practicing Minimalism
My husband and I recently started cleaning out our home. At five months pregnant, I am deep in nesting mode and want any surplus storage gone. Adding a new family member has brought up a lot of questions about how we want to live our lives. While we can not claim to be minimalists, the movement appeals to both of us. We want our lives, and the lives of our children, to be full of more experiences, and less stuff. Unfortunately, when it comes to having a baby, stuff is part of the ... continue reading...
Top 10 Natural Family Living Posts 2015
Here are the top posts on Eco Child's Play for 2015. All of these posts are from previous years, which is testimony that we have been providing relevant natural family living information and advice for many years! The posts show a variety of interests of our readers. Thank you for your support! May 2016 be filled with love, health, and well-being! Top 10 Natural Family Living Posts 2015 1. Shoes Transmit Disease, Leave Them by the Door Dr. Charles Gerba, a microbiologist and professor at ... continue reading...