We strap our children into car seats to keep them safe from harm, so why on earth do companies cover car-seats in harmful flame-retardant chemicals? The short answer is that all car seats sold in the United States are required to meet federal motion vehicle flammability regulation FMVSS 302 to […]
In a recent study by the US Food & Drug Administration, they found that chemicals found in common sunscreens – avobenzone, oxybenzone, ecamsule and octocrylene – are absorbed into the bloodstream after just one day of sunblock use. Why is this a problem? They are packed with toxic chemicals known […]
When it comes to keeping up with good habits, sometimes it’s about having them right in front of you. For example, using that fancy anti-aging serum you bought by leaving it on the counter, making a nutrient packed smoothie by keeping your blender out, hitting the gym after work by […]
It’s time for an updated list of the best non-toxic cleaning products. Because as you can imagine, now that we have a bebe, I’ve become even more vigilant about using the safest products possible – without comprising cleanliness – around our home. Why does this matter? The harsh […]
Now that we’ve introduced solids and are happy little eaters, I’m all about consistently introducing Leo to all sorts of yummy flavors and spices with the hopes that she’ll be a good eater FOREVER. Fingers crossed! To help inspire ideas, find recipes and learn about the best way to combine […]
You don’t realize how unsafe your house is for a baby until there’s actually a baby in it. The corners, outlets, stairs, cabinets, drawers, cords, plants, shelves, etc. that were once invisible become your biggest fear, and there’s only one thing to do about it. That my friends, is to […]
For quite some time, feeding your baby throughout the night is imperative (they need the nutrition and human touch), but at a certain point, they no longer need the feeds and it can be tricky to break them. I’m speaking from experience as we finally broke our nighttime feeds at […]
Solids are so much fun but can also feel overwhelming as there are a lot of questions that come along with introducing food to your child. When do you start? Where do you start? How much food? How often? Do you still give the same amount of milk? Here are […]
If you follow me on Instagram or are part of the private Facebook group I started for moms, then you probably already know that we used ‘The Happy Sleeper’ book to help our daughter with sleep. And if you don’t follow me on either, we LOVE and recommend that book. […]