Your adorable four-month-old baby has suddenly turned into an irritable, drooling little ogre! He is now keeping you up half the night, and needs to be held and nursed all day long. Welcome ! You’re embarking on a mysterious journey of teething. “Transitioning from that gummy grin to a mouthful of gleaming teeth is a Full Text
Organic Shampoo: How to Avoid Greenwashing
Buying a beauty product that proudly states “organic” has always made me feel good. Here I am protecting my family from harmful synthetic chemicals while doing something good for the environment and for the conscientious company that makes this earth friendly product. I don’t even mind a hefty price tag. Or should I say “I Full Text
How to Raise Plastic-Free Babies
It’s one more thing that parents worry about. Are your children’s baby bottles, sippy cups, toys—even the microwaveable containers and plastic wrap that you use to package or reheat food—potentially harmful? “Without being unduly alarmist we don’t really know the full health implications of exposure to the chemicals that are contained in plastics,” said Freinkel, Full Text
UPDATE: Toxic Foam Mats For Babies and Toddlers – Which brands can we trust?
Quite a few of my readers commented on the recent post about Toxic Foam Mats that were contaminated with formamide. In the meantime, I have contacted the following manufacturers & companies: Edushape, One Step Ahead, Skip Hop, Toys ‘R Us about Imaginarium foam puzzle, and Mothercare about Early Learning Centre ABC foam Full Text
Best and Worst In Diaper Rash Creams
Best and Worst In Diaper Rash Creams! – Poop happens! And when it does, you have to be equipped with the right tools: diapers, creams, wipes, and… information. As you may have heard by now, dozens of leading body care products for babies and children contain toxic chemicals. So, information is what you need if Full Text
Loaded with Lead: List of Kid’s Fruit Juices and Foods to Avoid
Lead Found in Kid’s Fruit Juices and Foods – The Environmental Law Foundation (“ELF”) filed Notices of Violation of California Proposition 65 Toxics Right to Know law, alleging the toxic chemical lead was found in a variety of children’s and baby foods. The specific food categories included apple juice, grape juice, packaged pears and peaches Full Text
Top 5 Organic and Natural Spas in New York City
Have you heard the saying “If evolution really works, how come mothers only have two hands?” ~Milton Berle? Well, it is Saturday. This is a day that every busy mom looks forward to. The day when we can take a break, hopefully, from our hectic mommy schedule and finally enjoy some “me” time. Well, for Full Text
Once upon a time there was a beautiful princess called Putu. Unlike many fairy tale princesses, Princess Putu didn’t live a life of luxury. She wasn’t pampered or spoiled. Rather, her life was harsh and perilous. Her days unfriendly and lonely. But, like many fairy tales, this one has a happy ending. A girl Full Text
If you’re in a need for a beautiful & natural baby gift visit one of my favorite Etsy destinations ~ Smiling Tree Toys shop. This place is a pure wooden wonderland of nature inspired creations made for you and your baby in mind by Kathleen, Justin & Amana. Enter the shop and be prepared Full Text
Unfortunate Owl Nero! He stands approximately 5.5″ tall and has a vintage patch. Sweet tangerine is paired with baby blue. You can WIN Nero here at Bebe Pure!
You will want to read this interview. Like a good Agatha Cristie novel, you will be “sucked in” and not be able to “put it down”. Selena is pure magic ~ just like her beautiful Etsy shop. Stop by Le Petit Reve ~ here you will discover great photography, products crafted from certified organic and upcycled materials; unique and lovely items that will make the new mom happy, the child amazed, and the environment healthy.
Welcome to “Beneath the Rowan Tree”! The world of childhood dreams and inspiration awaits you. Romance, Imagination, and Fantasy spring to mind upon one look at this vibrant Etsy store. Here’s an interview with beautiful Lori, the owner, who will touch your heart and amaze your wits with the simple yet genius things she creates.We are what we imagine.
When she found herself out of work, and pregnant, this mom decided to take things into her own hands. Meet Natalja from Sweetsation Therapy, a successful mommy and baby skin care business that makes my favorite baby sunscreen. The Environmental Working Group has rated Sweetsation Therapy’s sunscreen as top-rated sunscreen for its safety and efficacy. Full Text
Ever since the desire to find natural cosmetics turned into a full-fledged company, Alima Pure has been committed to creating dazzling colors in the form of high quality, all natural mineral cosmetics. I’ve hooked up with the founder of Alima Pure, Kate O’Brien, and she shared with me the key to their amazing growth and Full Text
If you have been searching for a baby mat that is made of non-toxic foam which is recyclable, easy to clean, and soft as a cloud…well, let me introduce you to Janette and Oshi Mat, a 2010 winner of the Mom’s Best Award. #1 BebePURE: How did you start your company? Where did the idea Full Text
Safe Home Products is a growing e-commerce reseller of consumer products that improve safety, security, health and quality of life. Established in 1999 as a woman-owned business, today Safe Home Products services over 100,000 clients worldwide from its customer service and fulfillment headquarters in Iowa City, Iowa – shipping to all 50 states and U.S. Full Text
From a little girl on a small ranch in Brazil to an entrepreneur in Silicon Valley this young determined woman, featured in Huffington Post as one of the new Power Girls, is combining her passion for everything “green” and eco-friendly with her entrepreneurial cleverness. Meet Steffany Boldrini behind EcoBold. EcoBold is an online store that Full Text
With the cold and cough season now definitely upon us (my sneezing & coughing kids are evidence to that), I would like to introduce you to Carolyn Harrington. No, she is not my pediatrician. She’s actually an engineer by trade, a mother of four, and a business owner, who has devoted herself to finding ways Full Text
Indie Lee, the founder and owner of Lidaremé, an all natural beauty products company, is a brave woman. A fighter. A loving mother and a passionate entrepreneur. She is a friend and an ex certified public accountant (which surprises me as her personality is anything but dry ). With a bubbly laughter, and a beautiful Full Text
Back to School Supplies: In my house playdough rules! Not only is it fun, but playing with playdough also stimulates brain, improves hand strength, dexterity, and motor skills. My children enjoy every aspect of the exploration of this amazing material. They love its soft and responsive sensory qualities. They love to poke it, squeeze it, Full Text