Diapers and wipes are a must for every parent for the first several years of each child's life. And with all the brands out there, which ones are nontoxic and are void of chemicals that would impact baby's hormones? We run into trouble though when we begin questioning what those diapers are made of. Most manufacturers are not transparent about the …
12 Awesome Backyard Projects To Get Kids Outdoors
Most American children spend five to seven hours a day on electronic devices or watching television. However, too much screen time makes it hard for your children to sleep, raises their risk for attention deficit disorders, and contributes to childhood obesity. If you have a backyard, we’ve got some great DIY projects that are sure to get your kids …
Top Tips for Taking for Your Child with Allergies to a Restaurant
It's estimated that over 5.9 MILLION children have some type of food allergy. That's roughly 1 in every 13 children or two per classroom. Experts are shocked not just by that number, but by how fast it has grown. The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention reports that the prevalence of food allergy in children increased by 50 percent between …
It’s Never Too Early to Help Strengthen Your Baby’s Immune System – Start on Day One
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 …
Greg Horn & Sexism Flourishing in the Natural Industry
I've got a bone to pick with the organic and natural industry. You guys, yes guys, let sexism reign in your industry and it's hurting women. Some questions I have: Where are all the women in leadership? Where are the female CEOs and women sitting on boards? You've disappointed me and I'm going to share a personal story I have of aggressive sexism …
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 …
