Babies are born with particularly vulnerable immune systems, and everything from taking a dose of antibiotics to picking up germs from others at the hospital can have a potentially weakening effect on them. But it’s important for all parents to know that while an infant’s immune system is, indeed, susceptible at this point in life, it is also the …
5 Morning Rituals for More Centered Mothering
Any mother knows that the role of motherhood can be hectic! From the time our eyes open, to the moment our heads hit the pillow, it is often go, go go! Having morning rituals that result in a more peaceful day can benefit any family—no matter what stage your family is in. (However, if your children are in middle school, you’ll definitely want to …
BACK TO SCHOOL ALERT: Asbestos Found in Crayons and Other Dangerous School Supplies
Just as school is about to get back in session, some concerning news has surfaced about common school supplies. Asbestos and other developmental toxins were found in crayons, 3-ring binders, and dry erase markers. As parents are scrambling to purchase school supplies before school gets back into session, they are now faced with the extra stress of …
Thousands of Pediatricians Agree Food Additives Are Dangerous to Children
Pediatricians are concerned about the dangers of food additives for pregnant women and children...finally. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) dropped a bomb on the food industry and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) this week citing concerns about the safety of food additives and ways they are evaluated and approved. They are concerned …
Warning! BPA Linked to Early Puberty in Girls–New Study
Just when you thought you'd get a break from learning how incredibly awful BPA is, a new study comes out that has every mom of young girls concerned...and for good reason. According to a new study, BPA linked to early puberty in girls has been published. To get more specific, BPA has been linked to a condition called idiopathic central precocious …
Must Have Items For a Non-Toxic Baby Registry
Babies feel like they need a lot of stuff. As a first-time mom (or even second, third, fourth, etc.) it is easy to feel like you need to accumulate so many “critical” things but when you are debating wipe warmers and and 3rd rocking contraption it is time to step back and think what do you truly need and how to keep it free of toxic chemicals and …
The Natural Industry Needs More Women Leaders. Share This Post If You Agree.
I've got a bone to pick with the organic and natural industry. Where are all the women in leadership? Where are the female CEOs and women sitting on boards?It's 2018. We've had plenty of time to get this done.The lack of representation of women (and people of color) in the natural industry is breeding bad behavior and an air of "I'm better …
Makerspace Safety: Safe Ingredients to Use For STEM Projects
Having a dedicated makerspace for kids is a great way to spark your child’s interest in STEM – science, technology, engineering and math – and give her a leg up on college entry, scholarship applications and a secure future. Schools all over the country are even starting to create makerspace labs to foster creativity and and an exploratory way to …
3D Printers: Which Ones Have the Safest Ingredients for Your Family
In the past, helping your child create products was impossible outside of craft projects, artwork and sewing. Today, the advent of 3D printer technology means you can build your child an amazing maker space without spending thousands of dollars. This is a great holiday gift that can spark your child’s imagination and ignite an amazing career, but …
A Condition at the Root of Some Childhood Behavioral Disorders–PANDAS Syndrome
Developmental and behavioral disorders are ever on the rise for American children, with an estimated more than 20% suffering from some type of mental disorder (source). However, a little know condition, called PANDAS syndrome, may really be at the root of some of these children's disorders. Below, guest poster Jaclyn Harwell of The Family That …
Mamavation’s Top 100 Healthy Recipe Blogs
When you’re looking for healthy and delicious recipes, it can get quite overwhelming! There are hundreds and hundreds of recipe blogs out there that claim to be healthy, but still share recipes that are full of refined sugars and processed foods. We've already brought you the Top 100 Healthy Mom Blogs, but we couldn't stop there! We had to bring …
Fetal Microchimerism and Fetal Cells- How Your Baby’s Leftover DNA Affects You For Life
There are so many things in motherhood that come as a surprise. And there are so many new things to worry about. But scientists have discovered even more reasons to be in awe of the female body after conception. Have you ever heard of fetal microchimerism? Chimera, a mythical Greek creature with three different heads, wings and a snake for a tail, …
