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Are Growth Charts Made for Breastfed Babies? Who Really Makes Those Growth Charts?

So, we went to the pediatrician’s office today and we were yet again reminded about the power of the big companies at work. The formula companies are constantly marketing to moms as well as hospitals and doctors. They give out … Continue reading

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Organic Milk While Pregnant? What About for Children? Is It Worth the Money?

So you are expecting a baby….or you have children at home and you are wondering if that super high cost of a gallon of organic milk is really worth it. Well, the answer is, if you can find a way … Continue reading

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7 Mood-Boosting Ways To ‘Go Green’ That Will Make You Forget You’re Also Doing The Planet Good

Awww, come on — I have so much on my plate already.  And going green? Let me just put it this way — it’s not something that I can possibly fit into my schedule right now. It’s cute how you’re … Continue reading

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Cream of the Reusable Cloth Diaper Crop: Your Guide To Greening Up Your Baby’s Derriere!

As scrumptious as they may be, eensie weensie baby butts can sure do a number on the environment when they’re shrouded with one-time-use diaper products. Although disposable versions are super convenient, each typical infant in our country uses approximately 10,000 … Continue reading

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8 Alternative Sweeteners That Should Come With A Health Warning

From the moment that we’re all born, our taste buds are hardwired to appreciate sweet foods, a fact that is no more evident than when a child samples a piece of birthday cake for the very first time. For those … Continue reading

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Everyday Chemicals Linked To Infertility-Why you need to avoid these chemicals BEFORE getting pregnant!

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6 Plastic-Purging Basics That Will Help You Green Up Your Act

1) Stay Away From Dollar Stores! Wait a second…but I LOVE buying cheap albeit admittedly junky trinkets and tchotchkes that last about as long as a 2 year old child’s attention span! Dollar devotees may not want to hear this, … Continue reading

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Parenting Begins During Pregnancy-Redefining Prenatal Life

Now is the time to re-examine our fundamental beliefs about embryonic and fetal life. New brain science and research into the origins of health (see, for instance, Annie Murphy Paul’s recent book ORIGINS) compel us towards a new paradigm.  Even … Continue reading

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The New “Safe” Products for Mom and Baby Not so Safe After All!

In the past few weeks we have been contacted by several different companies wanting us to promote their safe products that are made just for mom and baby. We are seeing a lot of terms like organic, even certified organic, … Continue reading

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A Green Organic Pregnancy: Struggling with Infertility? Everyday Chemicals May be to Blame

A green, organic pregnancy…does it need to start before conception? Is it just me or does it seem like more and more women are struggling with fertility these days? As a woman in my mid-30′s, I realize that your chance … Continue reading

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