Tag Archives: chemicals to avoid during pregnancy

If Your Product Lathers Really Well….It’s Probably Bad For You!

Posted on July 4, 2012 by Jennifer Hankey

SIMPLE TIP OF THE DAY: IF IT LATHERS WELL…IT’S PROBABLY BAD FOR YOU One of the hardest things to overcome when switching to safe, non-toxic products is the way they look, feel and smell. We have been trained by heavy … Continue reading →

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Products We Love! -Lauren Brooke Cosmetiques

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Jennifer Hankey

Cosmetic companies are some of the worst when it comes to nasty chemicals in their products….and in our opinion are at the BOTTOM of our list since they don’t disclose anything that is in their products! You have no idea … Continue reading →

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Non-Toxic, Great Smelling Lotions and Soaps for Mom

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Jennifer Hankey

We are excited to launch our new OBU “Products We Love” series with one of our favorite products for the last several years, Plantlife soaps and body lotions. The owner of Plantlife has been involved in this green, non-toxic personal … Continue reading →

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UPGRADE YOUR BABY’S IMMUNE SYSTEM ~ EVEN BEFORE BIRTH!

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Stephanie Mines PHD

Never before in the history of humanity has it been more important and more difficult to support immune function, especially for vulnerable little ones, in utero or post-natally. In a world besieged by toxins, many of them invisible, disguised or … Continue reading →

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Flame Retardants in Children’s Products-Infant Carriers and Slings

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Jennifer Hankey

Here at Organic Baby University we are always trying to find where companies hide dangerous chemicals in products so we can avoid them! Especially products that pregnant women and children are exposed to in everyday life. We have found another … Continue reading →

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Doing Your ‘Do With Conventional Hairspray A Chemical-Laden Catch-22

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Elizah Leigh

Like so many of my fellow feminine cohorts, high school was a time of wild hair color and styling experimentation, with the cherry on the top almost always being a liberal application of Aqua Net super hold, except on weekends … Continue reading →

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Toxic Flame Retardants in Children’s Products-High Chairs

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Jennifer Hankey

High chairs are another children’s products that often contain a variety of toxic chemicals. We don’t see a reason that a high chair should be treated with flame retardants when the research shows they can be very damaging to all … Continue reading →

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Breast Intentions? Chemical Safety Tests Fail To Include The Mighty Boob

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Elizah Leigh

There’s one part of the anatomy that all eyes are instinctually drawn toward, at least for a minimum of a half a millisecond if the admirer is trying to be nonchalant. If you guessed breasts, you deserve a home-baked cookie … Continue reading →

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Top 20 ‘Greener’ Nail Colors and Removers For A Healthier Eco-Manicure

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Elizah Leigh

Isn’t it fun to indulge your inner glamour puss every now and again? Was that a non-commital nod I just witnessed through the other side of this screen? Don’t be afraid to acknowledge your inner truth. It’s just you and … Continue reading →

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New Study! Autism Linked To Environmental Factors…Likely During Pregnancy: TTC, Pregnant Women and Mom Alert!

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Jennifer Hankey

If you are trying to conceive, are trying to figure out what you REALLY need to avoid during pregnancy or are a mom concerned about what may cause autism and other conditions there may be a new response from doctors. … Continue reading →

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