Archive for the ‘News’ Category

Safe Non-Plastic Baby Cups and Bottles

Friday, September 7th, 2007

Two words: Not PlasticAfter reading about the dangerous chemicals leaching from plastic baby bottles that are repeatedly heated (via Liz at Mom-101), I went searching for a safe sippy cup. She mentioned SIGG bottles and I found the SIGG Kidz Bottle ($13.56) is a high-tech, aluminum sports bottle ...

Friday Playgroup: August 10, 2007

Friday, August 10th, 2007

Natural Mommy is resolving to avoid using television as part of her parenting toolbox after reading that Educational DVDs Slow Infant Learning (New Scientist) and Kim is, let's face it, gloating (heart shaped hedges): Is it the lack of interaction, or the videos themselves? So what do you think... Useful ...

Brad and Angie Ban Guns for their Brood

Wednesday, May 9th, 2007

According to The Sun, Brad and Angie have barred their bevy of babes and tots from seeing guns on the set of Angelina's new movie, Wanted....even prop guns.A set source said: “Angelina is protecting them from seeing her making violence look good. It’s caused a few chuckles. Most of ...

Teach Your Tot to Dial 911

Friday, May 4th, 2007

Toddler calls 911 after mother collapses -- he learned by reading THIS BOOKGood job, kiddo!A toddler knew to call 911 when his mother collapsed and lost consciousness, thanks to a children's book his grandmother had sent several months earlier.Tony Sharpe was home in North Pole with his mother, Courtenay, on ...

Organic Baby Food a Hit

Wednesday, April 25th, 2007

I suspect we will ultimately find there are medical benefits to choosing organic. Even better for the environment than buying organics at the supermarket: purchase locally grown produce when possible. In addition to the medical benefits, I also think there are also social and emotional benefits to getting your child ...