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Common Chemicals May Reduce Vaccine Effectiveness

Vaccinations protect children from illness. Thanks to certain common chemicals in our environment, some of those immunity-boosting shots may not be as effective as we thought. At odds with vaccinations is a class of chemicals known as perfluorinated compounds (PFCs)….   Read more

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Cover Up Chipped Paint?

We live in an old home with lead paint. My daughter has just started to crawl and I am worried about lead poisoning. How can I make sure she doesn’t ingest any lead?…   Read more

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Which Produce Has The Most Pesticides?

I want to reduce my child’s exposure to pesticides, but organic produce is so expensive! I need to choose carefully. Which fruits and vegetables have the most pesticides? …   Read more

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What Are Parabens?

I’ve heard that I should avoid parabens. What are they, and why should I be concerned about them?…   Read more

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Can Pesticides Put My Baby At Risk For ADHD?

Will my baby have an increased risk of ADHD if he’s exposed to pesticides in foods?…   Read more

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What Is The Difference Between Ready-To-Feed & Powdered Formula?

What is the difference between ready-to-feed and powdered formula? Is one better than the other?…   Read more

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Should I Toss Out My Child’s Rubber Ducky?

My son loves his bath toys, but I hear that they contain toxic chemicals. Can he keep his rubber ducky and other bath toys or should I toss them out?…   Read more

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What Is BPA?

I’ve been hearing in news reports and from family and friends that I should stay away from baby bottles and containers that are made with BPA. Is BPA really harmful to my baby’s health? …   Read more

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Green Toys We Love

In today’s toxic-conscious world, green toys are plentiful but sometimes hard to differentiate. Here are 10 eco-friendly toys that we love for all the right reasons….   Read more

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Toxic Sleep

Since babies often sleep up to 16 hours a day, it is no wonder parents spend so much time contemplating location (crib, co-sleeper, bedsharing), bedding, and more. Most parents are aware of the obvious dangers, such as blankets that babies…   Read more

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When Can I Introduce Solids?