Just when we get think we got rid of all the yucky products and toys in our house that have phthalates and PVC...boom another source is discovered. I was really surprised to read over at Debra Lynn Dadd's message board that many moms are reporting chemical burns from those nifty tagless clothing items. Oy-vay! Tagless clothing for everyone is the latest rage. With so many kids having sensory issues these seem like a lifesaver. Athletes and fitness buffs love them too because they despise … [Read more...]
Bloggy Giveaway – Natural Baby Prize Pack
CONTEST CLOSED! Winner announced here! It is time again for another Bloggy Giveaway! This time around I am giving away a baby prize pack. All you have to do is comment to win ALL of the great baby products outlined below. They would be great for your baby or maybe as a baby shower gift...they will work for a boy or a girl. So let's get started! First off we have a Terra Tees T-shirt to give away courtesy of the Terra Tees company. Terra Tees, Inc. is a mom owned and operated company based … [Read more...]
My Plate Mate – BPA, PVC, and Phthalate Free
This week my son has been testing a new mom gadget called My Plate Mate. Basically is a band of circular plastic that fits snugly around 8"-9 1/2" inch plates. It acts as a barrier or wall so that little hands aren't pushing their food onto the floor or table while they eat. It basically gives them a leg up on the self feeding arena by making it easier to get food on a utensil and keep it on the plate. I was impressed not so much by the idea of the product as I was the ethical way in which … [Read more...]
The Danger of Phthalates and PVC
I have devoted a fair amount of discussion on this blog to BPA, a nasty ingredient found in plastics. Although lately my blog stats tell me that moms are also very concerned with Phthalates and PVC too...and rightly so. Here are the basics about these and why we should avoid them. Phthalates are a group of man made chemicals that are widely used as plastic softeners and in hairsprays, perfumes, cosmetics, toys, shower curtains, wood finishes, lubricants and more. Over 1 billion pounds of … [Read more...]
Earth Choice Cleaning Products
Recently I had the great pleasure of receiving a package of Earth Choice cleaning products from OdoBan. Thanks Tamara for sending me these! The Earth Choice product line is the first and only complete line of environmentally preferable household cleaners created in partnership with the Evironmental Protection Agency (EPA). This group of products debuted in January of this year and it includes products for cleaning glass, showers, grease, toilets, carpets, and toilet bowls. The OdoBan company … [Read more...]
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