Locating PVC Free Splat Mats for Baby Isn’t Easy

Finding PVC-free splat mats has turned out to be another one of those time-consuming and mostly unfruitful searches.  85% of the splat mats we researched were either made from PVC or were laminated with it.  All of the mats we checked on were free of BPA and phthalates.  We did locate a few PVC-free gems out [...]

Twitter Tuesday Giveaway: Thermos Stainless Steel Hydration Straw Bottle

SIGG got you down?  Fret no more!  Thermos has been making stainless steel water bottles forever – and they don’t require an epoxy lining, so there’s no worry about BPA at all.  This year Thermos ramped up their already functional line with even more stylish options.  The Hydration Straw Bottle is something we secretly hoped [...]

The Story of SIGG: Proprietary vs. Transparency

Our experience with SIGG has made for an interesting story.  This month we were finally able to read the last chapter – and the ending was just as we thought it would be.
Back in 2006 when The Soft Landing was just being hatched and I had begun to search for BPA-free alternatives, SIGG was one of three major metal water bottle brands.  They promoted their products to me, a [...]

Twitter Tuesday Giveaway: Silikids Glass Tumbler with Silicone Cover

The new Silikids 6oz Glass Tumbler is wrapped with the famous Siliskin silicone cover, making it a clean and safe alternative to plastic drinkware!  We’ve always enjoyed the innovations that come from the two mastermind moms behind Silikids, and this was no exception.  They were the first to introduce us to uses for silicone other [...]

BPA, PVC and Phthalate Free Toothbrush Guide

For the last two months the number one search term entered by our readers has been “toothbrush,” so we set out to locate BPA, PVC and Phthalate-free toothbrushes for the whole family.  We were pleasantly surprised in many cases, and of course disappointed at the same time by the number of companies that wouldn’t even respond.
Here’s a preliminary list to [...]

Onyx Stainless Steel Ice Cube Trays: Back to the Future

The Onyx Stainless Steel Ice Cube Trays are a flash from the past!  Made from heavy duty 18/8 stainless steel, the two part system goes back to the trays of 1950’s, but without the aluminum and plastic!  I’m sure you know how much we love our glass and stainless steel, but we really weren’t expecting to be [...]

Twitter Tuesday Giveaway: PVC-free Crocodile Creek Lunchboxes

Crocodile Creek has the most attractive options in lunch gear for kids!  They offer BPA, PVC and phthalate-free lunchboxes, stainless steel drink bottles and even back sacks in matching styles that kids will love.
Their lunchboxes are fun and functional, made with only high quality materials:

Made of quality materials with extra lining and padding to keep [...]

Health Canada Releases Test Results Showing BPA in BPA-free Bottles

We recently shared our thoughts on the test results obtained by Health Canada as well as our questions regarding the testing methods used.   Now, thanks to a tip from Kevin Brodwick (Thinkbaby’s founder), we’ve learned that Health Canada has released the results!  The study investigated migration of BPA from both polycarbonate and non-polycarbonate baby bottles [...]

3 Things I Didn’t Get From The Smart Mama’s Green Guide

You’re still here?  Get moving and take that first step by grabbing The Smart Mama’s Green Guide!  After you’ve done that, you need to subscribe to Jennifer’s blog or follow her on Twitter for the latest updates in environmental toxins.

Twitter Tuesday Giveaway: Thermos Funtainer Insulated Straw Bottle

We won’t even try to hide our prejudice toward Thermos Funtainers!  There is just nothing like it for older kids who have out-grown the sippy cup phase.

CHEJ just released their PVC-free Back to School Guide, and you can bet that you’ll find Funtainer straw bottles and food jars listed there as a top choice [...]

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