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What is EVA and Why is it in My Baby's Teether?

EVA is short for Ethylene Vinyl Acetate. It is a durable, flexible, transparent copolymer plastic. Wikipedia describes the following uses for EVA: EVA is typically used as a shock absorber in tennis...

4 comments    health children baby
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Plastic or paper? Paper is best for the environment

Choose paper over plastic for the best environmental product. Plastics that contain phthalates are highly toxic. Sustainable forestry protects and improves the environment. Plastic recycling needs more emphasis.

2 comments    paper plastic forest
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Top 5 Green & Organic Beauty Products - All Paraben Free

Information on cosmetics and common chemicals like parabens and phthalates and their link to breast cancer. Also includes a list of top paraben and preservative free skin care and beauty products.

13 comments    health beauty skin
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How to Avoid Phthalates in Baby Products

Phthalates are a class of chemicals that are added to children's plastic toys and teethers to make them more flexible. They are also found in many household, personal care products, and medical supplies. ...

3 comments    health children baby
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Cost-effective and Green Ways to Reduce Your Family's Exposure to Toxins in the Everyday Environment.

A simple general rule of thumb: If you act in the best interest of the environment, you will be acting in the best interest of the youngest members of your family and as often as not, your wallet. ...

3 comments    family safety green
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Phthalate free baby shampoo

Did you know that many baby products such as baby shampoos and baby lotions contain chemicals called phthalates that are believed to cause reproductive birth defects ? The chemicals used in baby care...

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Earth Friendly Nail Polish:Toxin -free Beauty

Modern polishes are full of toxins and you breathe them in, as well as absorb them through your skin every time you paint your nails. This is significantly worse if you have your nails done at a salon.The major toxins found in nail polish are:

4 comments    health beauty natural
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In Tough Economic Times Federal Government Regulations Threaten to Shut Down Thrift Stores

On Feb. 10th a new federal safety law designed to protect kids from lead and phthalates will take effect across the country. Any product designed for children, used or new, will have to be tested for lead and...

18 comments    family clothing thrift stores
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BPA: A dangerous chemical found in baby bottles

Are We Poisoning Our Children? Health Canada recently announced the dangers imposed on babies and toddlers from a chemical found in baby bottles known as Bisphenol A (BPA). Studies in journals have indicated...

1 comment    health family children
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Tummy Tub Baby Bath

If you've ever bathed a newborn baby, you know how nerve wracking it can be. You have to maintain a sure hold on your baby, wash her and make sure water doesn't get in all the wrong places. Baby's skin is...

0 comments    sleep aid reusable lead free
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