When I think about what I want my kids to get out of all the time they spend playing I realize that beyond learning and creating I also want something more for them... enchantment, magic, adventure. To this day one of the most magical play moments I recall as a child was when I was about 8 years old. I was on an overnight trip, staying in my grandparents motor home. We were at a horse show where my grandfather and my Aunt were competing in the barrel races. While I was interested in watching … [Read more...]
Piggy Paints Non Toxic Nail Polish for Kids
Remember my post awhile back about toxic nail polish and my search for something better for my daughter. Some of the ingredients of conventional nail polish are scary…Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP), formaldehyde and toluene so of course I hesitated to let my daughter polish her nails. But I did find many safe options and just stumbled upon another this weekend, Piggy Paints! They are non-toxic, odorless, and very kid friendly. Their slogan is "natural as mud". They use natural ingredients that dry to a … [Read more...]
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