3 Myths About Bottled Water Exposed

Millions of Americans have been duped into believing widespread myths  about bottled water.  Its popularity has sky-rocketed over the last ten years.  The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) reports that consumption of bottled water has more than  doubled from 13.4 gallons per person in 1997 to 29.3 gallons per person in 2007.   The never-ending marketing [...]

Twitter Tuesday Giveaway: Kinderville Silicone Kids Dishes

We thought we’d seen it all, but then along came Kinderville to shake things up with their 100% silicone dishes!  When we first took pulled them out of the box, we were instantly struck by their heavy duty, solid feeling.  Next were delighted to find that they’re flexible, but not so much that they waffle [...]

The Safe Sporter is the Next Generation in Stainless Steel Bottles

Made with the same attention to detail as The Safe Sippy, The Safe Sporter stands apart from other cookie cutter water bottles.  The Safe Sporter is equipped with the well-thought out features you’ve come to expect from Kid Basix. 12oz bottle is perfect for lunch boxes, while the 16oz is just what older kids and [...]

Details on the Nuby Gel-filled Teether Recall

Nuby recently announced a voluntary recall on some of their baby teethers related to bacteria found during testing.  The initial recall was fairly general, but we were able to clarify the details today with Nuby: The recall applies only to teethers filled with PurICE gel (not water-filled teethers). The bacteria was found in two lots [...]

Twitter Tuesday Giveaway: Laptop Lunches Bento System

The Laptop Lunches Bento Lunch Kit is perfect for kids heading back to school.  The PVC-free insulated carrying case keeps foods fresh, and the sturdy BPA-free containers prevent squishing.  It’s so much easier to pack healthy food and save some money with homemade lunches. Removable inner containers can accommodate a variety of food sizes Tray-like [...]

PVC-free EcoRaft Provides a Unique Way to Reuse 2 Liter Soda Bottles

Thanks to a tip from one of our awesome readers, we were introduced to an ingenious alternative to chemical-laden PVC pool floaties.  The EcoRaft is unique in so many ways that I hardly know where to start! Features Like No Other PVC and phthalate-free outer shell is constructed of a durable polyester duc canvas Canvas [...]

Twitter Tuesday Giveaway: Nuby Natural Touch is Perfect for Breastfed Babies

The new Nuby Natural Touch line is specifically designed to make breastfeeding and bottle feeding work better together.  The anti-colic SoftFlex nipple system mimics the natural shape, feel, and function of Mommy’s breast, making back and forth transitions from breast-feeding to bottle feeding becomes easier. The Natural Touch grouping offers everything a growing baby could [...]

Baby Products Packaged in PVC

Editors Note: This article was originally published by Alicia Voorhies at Healthy Child Healthy World. Many of us are aware of the dangers of PVC.  Made from the flammable gas vinyl chloride and then often combined with phthalates, PVC poses a threat from its inception to its afterlife in the landfill. We work hard to [...]

Drinking Straws: Getting to the Bottom of It

Okay, we’ve muddled through baby bottles, sippy cups, dishes and the like – now what about drinking straws?  Once we started looking at all of the plastic that comes into contact with our food, we eventually realized that we’re surrounded by straws too.  And if it comes in contact with our mouths or our food, [...]

Twitter Tuesday Giveaway: Boon’s PVC Free Odd Ducks

Let’s face it, PVC-free duckies are really hard to find (kind of like PVC-free pool toys!).  There are plenty of companies out there touting phthalate-free duckies, but that doesn’t eliminate the other toxic aspects of PVC.  Boon, Inc. has recently added the snazzy Odd Ducks to their ever-growing list of children’s innovations.  Yes, they have [...]

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