It's true that many people...who the rest of the world has jokingly referred to as: granola heads, hippies, vegans, bohemians, tree huggers, etc...have for the past 15 years or so....taken mindful steps in trying to "green" their homes, babies, foods, husbands, pets, and even work place. It is only now that the rest of us fools have caught up with them, and realized the importance of reducing our family's chemical in-take, our babies' exposure to toxic fabrics, materials & ingredients, and the overall impact our carbon footprint is having on our planet.

Needless to say, for some it is not easy or affordable to go green. Unfortunately, non-eco products are still the norm...therefore keeping prices on the alternative eco-friendly item - high. That's not to say that if we all start doing our part and begin changing a few habits, brands or products....that the market will listen and green products can be an everyday thing...not a luxury.

As moms and now owners of an eco-friendly store...it is pretty obvious that we're always on the lookout for the best and safest baby products. That is why we want to share a couple of tips for all those moms who want to take baby steps (no pun intended) towards their "going green" process. People always ask: " how can we green our diapers....without having to go back to those messy and time-consuming cloth diapers?"....our answer: ECO-FRIENDLY DISPOSABLE DIAPERS !!! In our opinion, the best invention second to stretchy denim and underwire bras (specially after you've popped a couple of lil' peanuts).

We have tried a few brands and have a favorite. We suggest you buy a pack of each...try them out....and see which one you like best. Regardless of the brand you pick, you'll feel great to know they're all better for your child and the earth.






Other Recommended Brands: Seventh Generation - these diapers have a kraft paper tone, chlorine-free, premium absorbency (also worked well thru the nite), don't contribute to dioxin pollution, soft, hypo-allergenic, have stretchy resealable closure tabs, thin, fit well, have no latex, fragrance, or TBT (tributyl tin). They also carry eco baby wipes. Sold at most baby marts or online.

Labels: Eco Baby Diapers, Eco-Friendly Disposable Diapers

SafeMama.com is a great site where parents can go and get informed on the latest product recalls, health concerns and learn on how to keep your child safe ! Visit their site and read their (Jan 24th) article on BPA-free baby products.

A recent article by Parenting Magazine (Sept. 2007) says:

"Early this year, a report by a California environmental group brought attention
to toxic chemicals in plastic baby bottles, causing a run on glass
versions....The concern: A chemical in some plastics called bisphenol A (BPA)
[which has been linked with cancer, impaired immune function, hyperactivity, and
other problems] can leach into a bottle's contents. "There's no need to be
frightened, but you should try to reduce your baby's exposure to this chemical,"
says pediatrician Harvey Karp, M.D., a board member of Healthy Child Healthy
World, a non-profit group that raises awareness about environmental toxins..."

Then CBS News reported (Oct. 2007) that:

"California has banned toys and baby products containing more than a trace
amount of a chemical used to soften plastics that scientists have linked to
health problems. The ban on phthalate makes California the first U.S. state to
impose severe limits on a chemical that is widely used in baby bottles, soft
baby books, teething rings, plastic bath ducks and other toys....Beginning in
2009, any product made for young children that contains more than one tenth of
one percent of phthalates cannot be made, sold or distributed in California...."

Labels: Bisphenol A, BPA-free bottles, Phtalates, SafeMama.com

Labels: Eco Baby Products, Eco-Friendly Baby Boutique, NewBornMom Opening, Organic Baby Clothing

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