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Trimester Calendar
Laura Forbes Carlin and Alison Forbes
Tuesday, May 06, 2008
A trimester-by-trimester guide to help you prepare your home, and yourself, for the arrival of your new baby.
Ten Steps to Clearing Clutter
Laura Forbes Carlin and Alison Forbes
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
There is no better motivation for re-evaluating than becoming a parent. Babies may be small, but they come with a lot of stuff! If your home and life already feels cluttered and full, just think about what it will be like when you add all of your baby's things into the mix. Take ten easy steps to clear clutter for good!
Organic Advantage: Identifying Healthy Baby Food
SustainLane
Monday, April 28, 2008
Babies demand protection. Their systems are smaller and more delicate than those of adults, and their development hinges on quality care.
Four Ways to Promote a Healthy Night’s Sleep
SustainLane
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
No question is more vexing to most new parents than how to get their infant to sleep more, to sleep better, to sleep longer.
Is There a Healthier Plastic Container?
SustainLane
Tuesday, April 08, 2008
Plastic. It’s everywhere. It holds our water, our groceries, our microwavable munchies. Not surprisingly, plastic constitutes 9 percent of the 156 million tons of trash Americans generate each year.
Giving Green and Responsibly at a Baby Shower
Janelle Sorensen
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
No matter if the theme for the baby shower is green or not, the best gifts for baby are non-toxic and environmentally-friendly. Welcome a new baby into this world, while doing your best to make that world a healthy, clean place for the baby to grow up in.
Hosting a Green Baby Shower
Janelle Sorensen
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
A baby shower is a celebration of life and it should be as clean, safe, and healthy as possible. Make your theme green and natural to help create a healthy world for healthy babies.
The Not-so-little Regulatory System that Couldn’t: How Toys End Up Toxic
Dr. David Wallinga
Thursday, March 13, 2008
How many times have we heard, “If it wasn’t safe, the government wouldn’t let them sell it.”? While true to some degree -- such as the FDA’s pre-market testing of pharmaceuticals -- a lot of things slip through the regulatory cracks.
Polycarbonate: The Plastic that Keeps on Giving…BPA
Janelle Sorensen
Healthy Child Healthy World
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Last year major recreational retailers pulled polycarbonate water bottles off the shelves over concern that BPA could leach into the drinking water. Later in the year, the Environmental Working Group examined baby formula from cans and found that the epoxy lining was leaching BPA into the formula. The latest news is that polycarbonate baby bottles leach BPA into warm milk and formula.
The Battle Over the Ban: Getting Gender Bending Chemicals Out of Children’s Products
Janelle Sorensen
Healthy Child Healthy World
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
The headlines about toxic toys are increasing and so are policy initiatives to protect our children. States across the US are reviewing bills and you can help support them with the click of a button. It really couldn’t be any easier.
Low Cost Ideas for Eating Organic
SustainLane
Thursday, March 06, 2008
The evidence is mounting that organic food is safer and more nutritious than conventional food.
Two Simple Rules for Infant Skin Care
SustainLane
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Keeping your little one clean, dry, and comfortable can feel like a full-time job, and the array of products available can make the whole prospect overwhelming.
How to Make Your Own Organic Baby Food
SustainLane
Monday, January 28, 2008
Making your own baby food is easy and economical. All you need is a blender or food processor (although in many cases a fork will do the trick). Some empty ice cube trays are handy for freezing small portions for future use.
Going Home with Your New Baby
Dr. Alan Greene
www.drgreene.com
Thursday, January 03, 2008
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Shortly after your labor and delivery, the mixed anxiety and joy of this life experience will be in your past, and it will be time to look forward to the future—to the time when your baby will live and grow in the protective environment that you will create in your home.
The Laundry Room
Dr. Alan Greene
Excerpted with permission from Raising Baby Green: The Earth-Friendly Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth and Baby Care
Friday, December 07, 2007
As the holidays approach there are opportunities for green purchases beyond the usual toys and special gifts. The world surrounding a new baby, in particular, the laundry room, is full of choices for green purchases.
Environmental Safety of Toys
Jonathan Weinkle, MD
UPMC Presbyterian-Shadyside and Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
Thursday, December 06, 2007
Nothing says “happy childhood” like a brand-new toy, a playground set, or an afternoon of arts and crafts. Unfortunately, just like bubble baths and pajamas, these items can contain chemical or physical dangers to children of which parents need to be aware.
Baking Without Refined Sugar
SustainLane
Monday, November 26, 2007
A few modifications in your diet can reduce the amount of refined sugar without forcing you to sacrifice sweets.
The Sweet Stuff: The Best and Worst of Sweeteners
SustainLane
Monday, November 19, 2007
Sugar and spice and everything nice--well, almost.
Make Your Own Household Cleaners
SustainLane
Monday, November 12, 2007
Vinegar? Check. Baking soda? Check. Lime, cornstarch, salt? Check, check, and check.
Finding Materials for a Healthier House
SustainLane
Monday, November 05, 2007
Just ask the three little pigs (especially the first two): Choosing the right building materials for your house is an important decision with serious consequences.
Save Money, Live Better: Building Healthier Homes
SustainLane
Monday, October 29, 2007
Building or remodeling a home is a perfect opportunity to use sustainable alternatives in the construction process.
Have A Happy, HEALTHFUL, Fun and Safe Halloween!
Nicole Meadow, Registered Dietitian
Friday, October 26, 2007
With Halloween around the corner, here are a few tips for a happy and healthy Halloween for you and your family:
How to find Seafood you can trust
Timothy O'Shea from CleanFish
Monday, October 22, 2007
I am sending this note to every parent who wants a healthier world and desires to have a healthy child as part of that world.
Cleanse Your Home of Health Hazards
SustainLane
Monday, October 22, 2007
On average, Americans spend 90% of their time indoors and approximately 1/3 of their lives sleeping. That’s a lot of indoor time.
Preventing Attention Deficit Disorder in Kids
Randall Neustaedter OMD
SustainLane
Monday, October 01, 2007
The number of children put on drugs for attention problems is staggering, and school authorities pressure parents to use dangerous stimulant medications and antidepressants to keep children behaving in specific desirable patterns in the classroom.
Which Diapers Are Better for the Planet?
Dr. Alan Greene, M.D.
http://www.drgreene.com
Monday, September 24, 2007
As a father and pediatrician, I’ve changed many diapers—enough to teach me that diapers are a daily reminder that as humans we deplete resources as we consume, and we make messes with our waste.
Dissin’ Disposables: Why Cloth Diapers Rule
SustainLane
Monday, September 24, 2007
Today's cloth diapers are almost as convenient as disposables.
Summer BBQ - Food Safety Tips
Nicole Meadow, Registered Dietician
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Nothing is more fun than a summer BBQ… but did you know that this is a time when rates of food borne illnesses soar? Yes, it is time to talk about food safety so that all of your parties can go off without a hitch!
Exercise Your Child’s Brain
Molly Watson
SustainLane
Monday, September 10, 2007
When my son first started pre-school the teacher invited all of the new parents to an evening event with a child development expert. We would learn how best to help our children learn.
Is My Child’s Appetite Normal
Nicole Meadow, MPN, RD
Saturday, September 08, 2007
Hungry all the Time? Eats like a bird? These phrases are uttered quite frequently by parents when describing their children’s appetites.
Riding to School Safely with Kids
SustainLane
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
When kids bike to school--instead of being driven by their parents or caretaker--the benefits are numerous. Not only does it ease local traffic and teach the children a lifelong skill, but it helps kids release pent-up energy and arrive at school with a clear head.
Our Assumptions About What Causes Chronic Diseases Could Be Wrong
Laura Wright
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Discoveries about how chemicals and environmental toxins interact with our DNA and make us susceptible to disease could revolutionize our concept of illness.
Winning the War on Chronic Disease, One Label at a Time
Elizabeth Sword
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Within each family, parents must assume the role of public health officer, maintaining a knowledge base sufficient to make fully informed decisions and thereby reduce unnecessary exposures to harmful environmental toxins.
Antioxidant Power
Nicole Meadow, MPN, RD
Monday, August 13, 2007
The buzz word of the decade is antioxidant. It discussed practically everywhere, but it seems that people are still pretty confused about the concept. What exactly are antioxidants, what do they do and how can you maximize your intake?
Traffic Congestion: The Chemicals in Your Car
Bill Baue
Monday, August 06, 2007
Is your car giving you a headache? It could be the fumes from the plastics inside or the fuel and its byproducts.
Rest Easy on a Safe Bed
Aisha Ikramuddin and Pamela Lundquist
Friday, August 03, 2007
There's nothing like a good night's sleep to keep you feeling healthy. But what do you do when your mattress or sheets (or both) are "sick?"
Reigning Cats and Dogs: All-In-The-Family Pet Care and Hygiene
Healthy Child Healthy World
Excerpt from The Household Detective: Protecting Your Children from Toxins at Home
Thursday, August 02, 2007
For pet owners, dogs and cats are beloved members of the family. Not only do pets complement our needs to nurture, but also they contribute to children's awareness of other dependent living things.
Fruit Yogurt Popsicles
Nicole Meadow, MPN, RD
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
A recipe for a cool summer treat.
Polymer Clays are a Handful of Phthalates
Pamela Lundquist
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
There isn't a kid out there that doesn't enjoy molding, sculpting and squishing clay. These days, the clays of choice by kids' standards are man-made polymer modeling clays. Though polymer clays are labeled nontoxic, they may contain ingredients that could harm children.
Shopper’s Guide to Plastics & Food: Microwave Ovens
Allison Sloan and Pamela Lundquist
The Green Guide #88/89
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
A “microwave-safe” label does not guarantee that containers don’t leach chemicals into foods when heated.
The Green Pet: Alternatives to Conventional Pesticides
Sylvie Farrell with reporting by Aisha Ikramuddin
The Green Guide #24
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Non-toxic ways to win the war against fleas and other pet pests.
Soil Contaminants
Stephanie Booth
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
When Maureen H. hired a contractor to paint her Leonia, New Jersey home, she had no idea it would put her children’s health at risk.
Plant this Fern to Remove Arsenic from Soil
Healthy Child Healthy World
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Now there's a truly "green" solution to remove highly toxic arsenic from contaminated soil. A plant, Pteris genus, actually pulls significant amounts of arsenic out of soil.
The Cleaning Blues
Aisha Ikramuddin
The Green Guide #53
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
In reality, all you need are a few mild cleaners to make for a spotless home. Safer cleaners can even be home-made!
Phthalates in Hair Spray, Perfume, Deodorant?
The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics
Monday, July 30, 2007
Phthalates, a group of hormone-disrupting chemicals used to soften plastics, have been found in many common beauty and personal care products. Pregnant women are the most at-risk, because phthalates can enter the womb and expose the fetus during critical periods of development.
Pesticides in Your Home
William Baue
Friday, July 27, 2007
Look in your cupboards, in your basement, under the bathroom sink. Chances are you’ll find a pesticide of one sort or another – a can of insect repellant, a bottle of weed killer, a box of rat poison, some flea shampoo for the dog.
Which Insect Repellant is Right for Your Kids?
Healthy Child Healthy World
Friday, July 27, 2007
DEET is the longest lasting insect repellent, according to one study, but its safety for children is a concern. Here we list tips on choosing a repellent and how to minimize risks associated with DEET.
Pesticides in Rentals and Condominiums: No More Pesticides at Home
Jonah Paisner
Northwest Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Even as a renter, you have a right to reject the use of dangerous pesticides in or around your home.
New Life for Old Floors: Alternative Materials Add Character to Home Designs
Orna Izakson
E/The Environmental Magazine, Volume XV, Number 2
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
When updating a home, one of the best things you can do for your health and your property value is to get rid of that dusty, allergen-trapping old carpet. But then what? There’s a dizzying array of flooring options. But thinking ecologically can help you narrow the field to something that’s right for your home, your values, and what’s left of your money.
What are some tips on maintaining a green swimming pool? (E Magazine Q & A)
Fred Durso, Jr.
E the Environmental Magazine
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Burning Clean: Wood Stoves and Fire Places
Bill Baue
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Brian Robertshaw of West Brattleboro, Vermont, worries that his children – a three-year-old daughter and a baby girl – might burn themselves on the family’s wood stove, but he admits that he isn’t too concerned about the health effects of the wood smoke in his home’s air.
Breathing Space: Asthma Triggers
Mindy Pennybacker
The Green Guide #21
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
List of Asthma Triggers to avoid being exposed to.
The Kids’ Gym: Play as Exercise
Jen Lemen
SustainLane
Thursday, July 12, 2007
School’s almost out, and soon your kids will be running wild with boundless energy. Why not join them? Playing with your kids and their friends is a great way to bond with them. It’s also a quicker and easier route to keeping in shape than going to the gym.
Trends in Children’s Health
John Wargo, Ph.D., Professor, Yale University and HCHW Board Member and Linda Evenson Wargo, M.E.S.
Friday, July 06, 2007
Statistics calling for awareness education regarding children's health.
What Olmsted Knew
Richard Joseph Jackson, MD, MPH
March 2001 issue of Western City magazine
Friday, July 06, 2007
National Center for Environmental Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Tenants Rights
Community Environmental Health Resource Center
Thursday, July 05, 2007
Among the tools that healthy homes advocates have at their service are state and (sometimes) local tenant-landlord laws.
Special Centers for Pediatric Environmental Health
Katherine Kirkland
Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics (AOEC)
Thursday, July 05, 2007
In 1998, the Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics (AOEC) established Pediatric Environmental Health Speciality Units (PEHSU) to increase awareness and knowledge of health care providers and health agency officials about children's environmental health.
The state of children’s health needs a turnaround
Healthy Child Healthy World
Thursday, July 05, 2007
Few of the warning flags indicate the necessity for major change in child care.
The Public’s Right to Know
John Wargo, Ph.D., Professor, Yale University and HCHW board member and Linda Evenson Wargo, M.E.S
The State of Children’s Health and Environment 2002: Solutions for Parents and Policymakers, Healthy Child Healthy World
Thursday, July 05, 2007
The guiding principle behind government and corporate policies should be: The public has a right-to-know about health hazards in air, water, food, consumer products, and land. To recognize hazards, all must be better informed. This understanding is necessary for parents and other caregivers to identify and avoid significant health threats. Democracy and effective participation in governmental affairs is not possible without this knowledge; and individual freedom is placed at risk.
Fragrance in Perfumes and Cosmetics
Pamela Lundquist
Wednesday, July 04, 2007
Cosmetics and perfumes make us more attractive. But mixed in with the colors and scents are a wide variety of unattractive chemicals.
Air Purifiers
Aisha Ikramuddin
The Green Guide #76
Wednesday, July 04, 2007
Many things can dirty your indoor air -- from small dust particles to vapors to animal dander. What does an air purifier remove best?
Detecting and Removing Lead Paint
Healthy Child Healthy World
Wednesday, July 04, 2007
Find out how to detect lead paint in your home -- and what to do to contain or remove it.
Formaldehyde Surges
Allison Sloan
The Green Guide # 72
Wednesday, July 04, 2007
There's a gas coming out of some latex paint, nail polish and even permanent press fabrics. It happens to be an eye, nose and throat irritant and probable carcinogen. But it's easy to reduce your family's exposure.
Fragrances in Candles, Incense and Potpourri
Pamela Lundquist
Wednesday, July 04, 2007
Aromatherapy practices like burning "flavored" candles or incense release a lot more than scent into the air you breathe. Deep, relaxing breaths needn't come with a lungful of chemicals.
Fragrances in Air Fresheners and Deodorizers
Pamela Lundquist
Wednesday, July 04, 2007
Given all the chemicals in most commercial air fresheners, they should be called air polluters. Luckily, there are healthier ways of keeping your home smelling fresh -- like nothing at all, that is.
Managing the Hazards of Insulation
Bill Baue
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
When Sylvie bought her home a few years ago, she discovered that, sometimes, not all rooms are created alike: The original part of the charming, 120-year-old farmhouse–a large living room with high ceilings and a large fireplace–had no insulation within its walls. Fortunately, the majority of us don’t have to worry about such chilly prospects. Most houses have some type of insulation, a building material that blocks heat from escaping during the winter and entering during the summer.
Research Tools: Where to Find In-Depth Information on Children’s Environmental Health Issues
Aisha Ikramuddin
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Suggested web pages to find detailed information regarding Children's Environmental Health Issues.
The Family Homestead: A Tale of History and Hazardous Waste
Philip Dickey
Alternatives Volume 19 #4
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
After ten years of giving advice about proper disposal of hazardous household products, I finally have had to take my own advice. In October, my wife, brother, and I helped my parents move out of the house that they have lived in for 42 years and moved them to a retirement community.
The Benefits of Breast Milk Outweigh Any Risks
Sandra Steingraber, Ph.D. HCHW Advisory Board Member, Biologist, Author and Mother
Having Faith: An Ecologist’s Journey to Motherhood
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
One of the most important decisions you'll make as a new parent is how you will feed your baby.
Recommended Books
Healthy Child Healthy World
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
The following books are excellent resources on children's environmental health issues and how to make your home and community safer for children and adults alike.
Paints and Finishes
Healthy Child Healthy World
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Whether you paint your own home or have it done by a professional, painting your home should be a pleasurable experience. "When I first began looking at all the color options for my living room, I was so excited," recalls Jenny Hyman, who moved into her new apartment in Astoria, New York, in 2000.
Old Home Renovation Resources
Healthy Child Healthy World
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Websites to help you renovate an old home safely, without harming the environment or yourself.
Old Homes: The Horrors of Vinyl
Mindy Pennybacker
The Green Guide #69
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
On a trip this summer, I stayed in a tall, narrow Victorian house converted into a motel. Arriving late at night, I entered my room, its walls covered in flesh-colored PVC vinyl, its plastic smell off-gassing into the hot stagnant air, and wished I could check right out.
Old Homes: Mold and Mildew Retrofit
Mindy Pennybacker
The Green Guide #69
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Buildings seldom manifest sickness as completely as Poe’s House of Usher, which finally sank into a mire, but the occupants of an unhealthy house can often feel that things are heading that way.
Old Home Renovation
Mindy Pennybacker
The Green Guide #69
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
They go by various names, from fixer-upper to money sink. But if you opt for an old house or apartment rather than something newly-built, you’ll gain two big environmental points right off the bat: You’re not contributing to urban sprawl, and, like a hermit crab, you’re recycling a preexisting "shell."
Fragrances: What Your Nose Needs to Know
Pamela Lundquist
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
The fact that common consumer products that previously didn't have a smell now have scents added to them shows how popular fragrances have become. But are scented tissues or toys worth it when you consider the additional chemicals that create them?
Fragrances in Cleaning Products, Fabric Softeners and Laundry Detergents
Pamela Lundquist
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Household cleaners are often scented so that cleaning seems more effective and enjoyable. But what's in that "clean" smell?
A Sane Home: In A Plywood, Particleboard & Pressure-Treated Wood World
Kristin Ebbert
The Green Guide #58
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Safe, economical alternatives to manufactured woods like plywood, particleboard and pressure-treated wood DO exist. And they won't put your kids at risk.
Managing the Hazards of Insulation: Alternatives and Solutions
Bill Baue
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Asbestos exposure represents the greatest risk associated with insulation. Luckily, asbestos sealed within insulation poses no risk until it becomes exposed or damaged. To be on the safe side, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advises homeowners to treat all older insulation materials as if they contain asbestos.
Inert Ingredients: Are They Really Benign?
Journal of Pesticide Reform (Vol. 19, No. 2)
Northwest Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides
Monday, July 02, 2007
Inert ingredients are present in virtually all pesticide products. They are substances added to pesticides to make them more potent or easier to use, but their identities are often claimed as confidential and they have only minimal testing requirements.
Independently Certified Wood
Healthy Child Healthy World
Monday, July 02, 2007
Unsustainable forest management is causing biodiversity loss, soil erosion, and negatively affecting the economies of communities worldwide. Clean air, clean water, and medicinal plants are all at stake.
Humidifiers: Steaming Up for Safety
Aisha Ikramuddin
Monday, July 02, 2007
Come winter in a chilly climate and chances are that you will suffer from a dry throat and itchy skin. As the temperature drops, so does the humidity, and that makes us feel uncomfortable. A humidifier -- a device that boosts moisture levels in your home -- can solve the problem.
Gas Appliances Can Be a Source of Unhealthy Indoor Air
Becky Gillette
Monday, July 02, 2007
Many parents ban cigarette smoke in their homes to protect their children. They may not realize, however, that some household appliances can emit the same pollutants found in cigarette smoke.
Floor Coverings
Healthy Child Healthy World
Monday, July 02, 2007
Modern flooring is often made of synthetic materials. Some can emit unhealthy fumes into indoor air. And their adhesives and finishes may compound the problem. These products contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which contribute to indoor air pollution.
Eating Cotton?
Mothers & Others for a Livable Planet
The Green Guide #82/83
Monday, July 02, 2007
As parents, we don’t often think that cotton, the "fabric of our lives," will wind up in the food our children eat or the milk they drink. In fact, only 40 percent of the plant – the boll – is used for the fiber, while the remaining 60 percent goes for seed oil and other byproducts.
Drugging Our Water: We Flush It, Then We Drink It
Melissa Knopper
E/The Environmental Magazine, Volume XIV, Numer 1
Monday, July 02, 2007
Birth control pills, estrogen replacement drugs, ibuprofen, bug spray, sunscreen, mouthwash and antibacterial soap: all of these products could turn up in your next glass of tap water, according to a recent United States Geological Survey (USGS). USGS scientists sampled 139 rivers and streams, finding hundreds of prescription and over-the-counter drugs and personal care products lingering in the nation’s water supply.
Don’t Let Termites Eat You Out of House and Home
Aisha Ikramuddin
The Green Guide #37
Monday, July 02, 2007
Termites are nature’s recyclers. They break down cellulose from fallen trees and decomposing wood and return it to the soil. However, we don’t want termites to recycle our houses. According to the National Pest Management Association, termites devour homes to the annual cost of $5 billion in toxic treatments and damages in the United States.
Are Carpet Cleaners Safe
Aisha Ikramuddin
Monday, July 02, 2007
Among the inevitable things in life is the fact that all carpets will get dirty over time. Carpets and rugs, of course, take a lot of abuse from rambunctious children and pets, dinner guests who spill, people who refuse to wipe their feet before entering–the list goes on and on.
The Cosmetic Mask
Kristin Ebbert
The Green Guide #31
Monday, July 02, 2007
Each day most of us bombard our bodies with a multitude of grooming aids, body care and medicinal products, scents and solvents – some containing very questionable ingredients.
Shopper’s Guide to Plastics & Food: Cling Wrap
Allison Sloan and Pamela Lundquist
The Green Guide #88/89
Monday, July 02, 2007
Cling wrap can be a useful tool in the kitchen when cooking or putting away food. But some commerical wraps and other food packaging are made with polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which can contain potentially harmful plasticizing chemicals.
Shopper’s Guide to Plastics & Food: Alternatives to the Problem Plastics
Allison Sloan and Pamela Lundquist
The Green Guide #88/89
Monday, July 02, 2007
These simple steps will help you reduce the use of plastics for food packaging and storage.
Toxic Toys? No Thank You!
Pamela Lundquist
Mothers & Others' Shopper’s Guide to Healthier, Greener Toys
Saturday, June 30, 2007
When it comes to toys, we want what's fun, educational and safe for our children. Elisabeth Marx, former Executive Director of Mothers & Others, wants her children to have a wide range of experiences, too. She had her second child when her first was nine years old which, she says, gave her "a chance to think about how much has improved in the availability of toys are that healthy for the environment and growing bodies."
The Cosmetic Mask: Coming Clean on Soaps & Shampoos
Kristin Ebbert
The Green Guide #31
Saturday, June 30, 2007
How to get clean without harming yourself or the environment.
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