Welcome back to another session of pure unsolicited baby advice from Jen, chief green mama. Put on your stretchiest preg pants and settle in. Here’s a little secret: the baby …
Pregnancy Safe Laundry Detergent: For You AND Baby
Alright, it’s time to redefine the “fresh and clean” smell. Because you know what that typically is? Full of toxins. And you need to avoid that starting with pregnancy. It’s …
How to Make an Organic Crib Mattress Affordable
Your baby will spend a LOT of time in the crib. Babies need sleep. It’s a good thing. It’s how they develop. So you need to make sure they aren’t …
Safe Hair Products for Pregnancy
Ever think about what you put on your hair? Hair follicles have entry points into your skin which means any chemicals you use can potentially get into your body. While …
The Best, Safest Sunscreen for Your Pregnancy
What’s so great about soaking in the sun if you have to lather yourself in a sunscreen full of toxins? Don’t worry mamas: there are alternatives. You can enjoy some …
The 3 Best Non-Toxic Soaps for Your Pregnancy and Glowing Skin
This is part of the Pregnancy Safe Skin Care Guide found here. Listen up mamas — what you put on your skin could help protect your baby. Natural skincare during …
Science Shows Why You Need a Pregnancy Safe Deodorant
There are a million things to think about when you’re having a baby. Well, here’s another one to consider: is your deodorant safe to use during pregnancy? There are so …
How to Make an Organic Padsicle for Postpartum Recovery
There is one thing you must have in your freezer before giving birth. Making natural padsicles (aka postpartum pads) ahead of time and having them ready in your freezer will …
5 Simple Reasons You Need a Glass Sippy Cup
Glass? For a baby or toddler? It may sound crazy – but the truth is – even plastic BPA alternative plastics (also called “BPA-free”) are cause for concern. Let’s dig …
How to Save on Maternity Clothes: 7 Easy Ways
What should your maternity wardrobe cost? Finding cheap maternity clothes isn’t always the greenest (or cheapest) way to go. Here’s how to save on maternity clothes and also keep it …
Healthy Halloween Treats You Can Buy on the Cheap
Halloween happens every year, whether us green mamas like it or not. If your little ones are still babies, it’s pretty easy to ignore. But as they grow, they’ll want …
The best portable silicone place mat for babies and toddlers
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The Safe Plastic Numbers Chart
Although I try to avoid plastic as much as possible, it’s everywhere. So which plastic numbers are safe? Check out the chart (and click it for a printable version): ♻ …
Prevent Diaper Rash (and Cancer) the Non-Toxic, Talc-Free Way
Johnson & Johnson has hit the news yet again, this time with having to pay $417 million for not adequately warning users of the cancer risks of talc in its …
