Eco Friendly Baby Carriers

Bonding with your baby is so important. Babies love to be close to you. Wearing a baby carrier allows you to have your hands free while keeping baby close. It can even help calm a fussy baby. Finding a comfortable fitting baby carrier is important. belle baby carriers are easily adjustable. The Five-Point Support System transfers your baby’s weight directly to your hips and not your back. belle baby carriers are handcrafted in Colorado from luxurious, strong, and durable fabrics and are available in 4 organic styles.

Healthy Skin

Taking good care of our bodies is more than just watching what we eat, what we drink, and being sure to get enough exercise. We also need to take care of our skin. Our skin is our bodies largest organ. The skin protects the body and keeps it at just the right temperature. If the pores on our skin are clogged it is harder for the impurities in our body to be eliminated through the skin. Using a loofah, a dry brush or an exfoliating fiber washcloth daily will help remove dead skin cells, keep your pores open and leave you feeling clean and refreshed.

Reusable Shopping Bags

Billions of plastic bags end up in our landfills every year. These bags are toxic to our environment and a danger to our wildlife. Purchasing reusable bags is a great alternative. They are actually very roomy and can hold more than the plastic bags you get at the supermarket. Be sure and keep the bags in your car so they are readily available when you need them. Purchase enough for your shopping needs. I have about 10 reusable bags myself. Here are just a few places you can find reusable shopping bags flip and tumble , eco bags , Enviro Sax.

BPA Free Baby Bottles

If your bottle feeding your baby it is important to use bottles that are free of potentially dangerous chemicals such as Bisphenol-A (BPA), Phthalates and PVC. These chemicals can be found in many plastic baby bottles. When our new granddaughter was born we purchased several of the Born Free baby bottles for her and we loved them. These bottles are free of BPA, Phthalates and PVC. Born Free also sells safe sippy cups, pacifiers and teethers. You'll also find BPA free baby bottles at Green to Grow , Adiri and Think Baby.

Recycle those old worn out clothes.

Just because that old shirt you used to love is too threadbare to wear anymore doesn’t mean it has to end up in a landfill. Old clothing, miss matched socks and other textiles can be recycled into rags and other new materials. Read More

The Dangers of Using Air Fresheners

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Air fresheners are a $1.72 billion industry in the United States. An estimated 75 percent of homes use them regularly. According to a September 2007 report released by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), most common household air fresheners contain potentially noxious chemicals that degrade the quality of indoor air and may even affect hormones and reproductive development, particularly in babies. Read More...

Toxic Ingredients in Cosmetics

Many skin care products and cosmetics on the market contain harmful ingredients. These harmful ingredients are absorbed through the skin and can cause allergies, skin irritations and other health problems. Even some that claim to be natural may not be. A cosmetic ingredient dictionary is very handy to have. You can purchase one for under $20.00 and you will be able to look up just about any ingredient you find on a skin care, body care or cosmetic bottle. Always check ingredient labels and know what your putting on your skin. Just as you would check the ingredients of the food your putting in your body. You should try to use natural or organic cosmetics and skin care whenever possible. They may be a little more pricey but your health is well worth it.