In 2010 Dr. Christoper Exley, Professor in Bioinorganic Chemistry, and his team at Keele University examined 16 branded, ready-made and powdered milks for infants and found concentrations of aluminum were up to 40 times higher than are present in breast milk and several times higher than are allowed in drinking water. Over a year after [...]
In October of 2010 we raised the question, “Is Silicone Safe?“ If you haven’t read this article, we suggest you check it out. One reader (Jamey Lacy-Lucy) recently commented on this article, and we listened! Her comment begins like this, “I have been writing professionally for over 30 years (since my teens) and spent 5 [...]
The following is an article written by SAFbaby Health Expert, Dr. Murray Clarke, regarding the safety of DHA supplementation for babies and children. This information is important because there is a pouring out of synthetic DHA and ARA into baby foods and formulas which have not been proven safe for human consumption, and have made [...]
It breaks my heart that infant formula companies have been trying to persuade women for years that an infant formula is superior to breast milk. It is even more sad to know that their ploy has affected some women’s decision not to breast feed! (I was a formula fed baby, and my mother was lead [...]
NurturMe is truly a revolutionary offering for our babies! This new concept in baby food is space-saving, light-weight, minimal eco-friendly packaging, tasty and nutritious – ALL IN ONE! Wow, what a great idea! Oh, but it gets even better. ALL of the ingredients found in the NurturMe line of premium baby food are farmed organically [...]
Boba Organic 2G Carriers are a modern and eco-friendly, soft structured way to comfortably wear any child 15-45 lbs. This innovative carrier was loved by each and every mom tester from MACT Awards for a multitude of reasons which lead to their awards of both the Excellence Award and the Green Award! Both of these [...]
The last thing any new mama wants to worry about is cracked, dry, or sore nipples. A mama’s nipples should be in perfect condition so that the experience of each feeding from the breast is enjoyable and full of blissful, nourishing connection. This Natural Nipple Butter is safe for both mamas and babies. No need [...]
We recently received a question from a reader inquiring about BPA free breastfeeding pumps. “I have seen your reviews on baby bottles (very much appreciated). I was wondering if you have anything on breast pumps too, that are truly safe and truly BPA free? I’m needing a new one asap. and want to be sure [...]
I was searching for a book that offers a holistic approach with zero side effects to most common health problems and was glad to stumble onto Dr. Randall Neustaedter’s book “The Holistic Baby Guide: Alternative Care for Common Health Problems”. Randall Neustaedter is a licensed acupuncturist and doctor of Chinese medicine who has practiced and [...]
The New York State Coalition Opposed to Fluoridation, Inc released an eye-brow lifting article on the findings that ALL infant formulas contain fluoride at high enough levels that cause fluorosis/tooth discoloring. Yes, ALL infant formulas. SAFBaby is a huge promoter of breastfeeding, but there are occasional cases where a mother can not physically breastfeed. If [...]
“No need to panic if it’s organic.” A catchy phrase, yeah? Well, we are meant to believe hype such as “we couldn’t feed the world population without pesticides” and more, but we are happy to bring you truth on this topic today! Our exclusive interview with Kristin Schafer, from Pesticide Action Network, really shines the [...]
Our real recent post on the findings that some plastic bottles labeled as BPA-Free were actually tested to contain low levels to very high levels of BPA continues with this post. Here we give more clarity to the tests, because as the time of our last post the information as to which bottles were actually [...]
So much for thinking organic milk was a safe alternative to conventional milk. Well, for many reasons it is a safer alternative (no hormones, antibiotics, etc.) but when it comes to A1 and A2 proteins, organic milk may have them both. I was unaware of A1 and A2 proteins until recently when I was introduced [...]
I can’t say that I have ever REALLY enjoyed reading a cookbook like this one! Eating For the Whole Family by Cynthia Lair is positively inspiring! Feeding the Whole Family is the bible of healthful eating! Encouraging breastfeeding, recommending starter solid foods, and then on expanding the diet of an older baby. Even answering the [...]
…that’s why we wanted to review a totally natural, non-toxic AND beautiful baby wearing sling. New Native is a comfortable and easy-to-wear baby carrier, that is free of harmful additives! You won’t find a label on baby carriers indicating they contain toxic fire retardants, formaldehyde or harmful dyes. These aren’t things any parent wants near [...]
We recently watched this wonderfully made documentary, The Business of Being Born. Director Abby Epstein, and Executive Producer Ricki Lake’s film takes a closer look at: hospital births, why we have so many C-sections in the USA, and why midwifes are so important and (sadly) disrespected. Sound like just another boring documentary? Not at all! [...]
In conjunction with the Olympics, World Breastfeeding Week 2008 calls for greater support for mothers in achieving the gold standard of infant feeding: breastfeeding exclusively for six months, and providing appropriate complementary foods with continued breastfeeding for up to two years or beyond. As every country sends its best athletes to compete at these global [...]
When I left the hospital after having my baby I left with a free diaper bag full of formula samples, bottles, coupons, and even a little formula-promoting cooler to keep my formula filled bottles in. I had already joyously made the decision that I was going to breast feed my baby and didn’t really think [...]
More expert advice on Dehydration from Dr. Natalie Geary, a top New York City pediatrician, creator and founder of the skincare collection vedaPURE™: Dehydration happens more easily in children than adults – they need more water and other fluids to maintain cellular and, specifically, kidney function. Even if they are not sick, as the weather [...]
I was going to school at the Aloha Ayurveda Academy while I was pregnant. It was a 200 hour course on bringing balance and optimal health to our entire being. One of the principles that Ayurveda teaches, is that the quality of our digestion is in direct proportion to the quality of our overall health [...]
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