You’ll find family-friendly ways to celebrate all the Spring holidays – Easter, Earth Day, Arbor Day – in the greenest ways possible. This issue also features interviews with eco celebrities, Mayim Bialik on her new book Beyond the Sling, and Jessica Alba and Christopher Gavigan sharing all about The Honest Company. Check out our second…
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Holiday Decorating Safety Tips for Pregnant Women
Decorating for the holidays should be fun – especially when you add in the excitement of your expectation of a new little one. But many moms-to-be don’t realize that decorations often contain hazardous and toxic chemicals. Naturally, you want the healthiest environment possible for your own body, and your baby’s developing brain and body, as toxins…
The Environmental Benefits of Breastfeeding: Good for You, Baby, and the Planet
Much attention is given to the countless health reasons for breastfeeding, but have you ever considered the environmental benefits of breastfeeding? Human milk has everything a baby’s body needs—a perfect blend of calories, nutrients, and antibodies. Breastfeeding also provides benefits to the mother, including reduced rates of breast and ovarian cancer later in life….
Green Birth: An Eco-Friendly Hospital Stay
New moms now have a plethora of options for birthing their babies. It’s no doubt that most of us envision a completely lux, non-toxic, green environment that’s as beautiful as the bundle of joy that is soon to be in our arms. But for some, the best of the best is a bit out of…
How to Reduce Your Family’s Chemical Body Burden
The term body burden refers to the total accumulation of toxins in the body. From dangerous metals like lead or mercury to pesticides and food additives… our bodies can carry quite a heavier burden than they were meant to. You may eat only organic, limit processed foods, and try to buy more natural body care…
Are Plastic Toys Safe?
Are plastic toys safe? What are phthalates? Who let all these chemicals into baby toys anyway? We hear so many questions about the safety of plastic toys. Readers ask things like, “This says it’s free from BPA and phthalates, but what is it actually made of?” or “I’ve heard about BPA-free baby bottles and water bottles,…
