We’ve detailed the benefits of bamboo fiber previously, noting the excellent softness and anti-bacterial qualities of this fiber. For those who wanted to try out bamboo fiber, you can do so inexpensively, since bamboo washcloths are being sold for $2 each on eBay in white and pink. Also, Bamboosa, a major bamboo clothing manufacturer in… [Continue Reading]
Recycled “Spaceframe” by Modernseed
August 4, 2005 by Leave a Comment
This little fellow is hiding under a Spaceframe, which is made from 100% recycled plastic soda bottles. It’s soft to the touch while still strong enough to build a grand sculptural statement. Kids can configure these into whatever arrangement they can dream up. Available at Modernseed for $169.
Non-Toxic Sippy Cups
July 8, 2005 by 5 Comments
These cups by SIGG are Swiss designed and are a bit different from regular sippy cups. They have a totally inert inner lining that won’t leach chemicals. This is important because kid’s cups receive a lot of washing and wear and tear, thus the plastic inside degrades quite a bit. The cups are extruded from… [Continue Reading]
Eco-Disposable Diapers
May 9, 2005 by 8 Comments
Nobody makes eco-disposable diapers in the U.S. — Seventh Generation diapers come close, but according to a company representative, they are not fully biodegradable. The trouble is the outer liner of disposables is always some kind of plastic. The only commercially available, fully biodegradable, disposable diaper is the Swedish "Nature Boy & Girl" diaper which,… [Continue Reading]
Organic Baby Clothing
November 8, 2004 by 14 Comments
Infants are more susceptible to chemical irritants in clothing. So clothing them in undyed organic cotton reduces the chances of irritation and exposure to chemicals which are used to manufacture conventional baby clothing. These retailers have selections of organic clothing for babies: NutureMama, The Nuture Center, Ecobaby, BlueCanoe, Pangaya Nordic Natural Woollens specializes in baby… [Continue Reading]
Non-Toxic Infant Toys and Teethers
August 23, 2004 by 2 Comments
Infants absorb chemicals more easily than adults — their bodies run at a higher metabolic rate, and their skin is ten times thinner. Infant toys and teether made of PVC plastic often leak phthalates (pronounced “thay-lates”) and other toxic substances (see more details in this report on 2003 PVC Report Card on Kid’s Toys Manufacturers).
EvenFlo Glass Baby Bottles
July 29, 2004 by 4 Comments
Evenflo makes glass bottles with natural latex nipples. They have micro air vents in the latex to help prevent nipple collapse. Unlike plastic bottles, glass bottles do not leach contaminants into milk. Available from Amazon.
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