Tag: BPA

$100 Mighty Nest Give Away

$100 Mighty Nest Give Away

Win a $100 MightyNest gift card to stock up for back to school no-waste lunch supplies! MightyNest is part of our Approved Vendor Network (see them all here) which means that we have personally went through their site and we believe them to be a safe alternative website carrying great stuff parents can trust.  We [...]

July 25, 2011 | 5 Comments More
These Companies Are Committing To Using BPA Free Linings In Their Cans

These Companies Are Committing To Using BPA Free Linings In Their Cans

Environmental Health Perspectives recently concluded that levels of BPA in the human body drastically reduces when one changes their diet from one that is primarily based from packaged foods to one that is fresh.  This particular study took 5 families and tested their urine before and after their normal diet of packaged foods, and then [...]

May 3, 2011 | 0 Comments More
The EPA Lists The Chemicals That Are In Our Environment And Dangerous To Our Children

The EPA Lists The Chemicals That Are In Our Environment And Dangerous To Our Children

Our children are surrounded by toxic pollutants, but if we know where they are hiding and we stay away from them the best we can, we can make a positive difference in their overall health and well-being.  This information is so important because our baby’s systems are still developing and chemicals that hide in foods, [...]

March 17, 2011 | 2 Comments More
Earth Mama Angel Baby Lotion Is All Natural And Wins Prestigious MACT Awards

Earth Mama Angel Baby Lotion Is All Natural And Wins Prestigious MACT Awards

Earth Mama Angel Baby carries an entire line of baby skin care that soothes and nurtures, naturally, from head to toe. Today we are going ga-ga over their safe and non-toxic Angel Baby Lotion. Earth Mama Angel Baby holds such stringent standards when in comes to production, packaging and their products. Therefore, Earth Mama Angel [...]

January 24, 2011 | 1 Comment More
Is Silicone Safe?

Is Silicone Safe?

We have received a couple questions from a reader who has some concerns with silicone.  We received these questions through facebook and would love it if you would become a facebook fan too! Is silicone safe? It seems like so many things are made with silicone. Are we going to find out in a year [...]

October 18, 2010 | 7 Comments More
BPA-free Breastfeeding Pumps And Breastmilk Storage Containers

BPA-free Breastfeeding Pumps And Breastmilk Storage Containers

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 [...]

October 8, 2010 | 1 Comment More
Does BPA Leach From Glass Jarred Baby Food Lids?

Does BPA Leach From Glass Jarred Baby Food Lids?

We love receiving questions from parents inquiring on how to choose the safest alternatives available for their little miracles!  Recently, this question was asked through a facebook fan and would love it if you would become a facebook fan too! The question of concern from our facebook fan and reader we are addressing today: Can [...]

September 12, 2010 | 2 Comments More
Untested Chemicals in Products We Use

Untested Chemicals in Products We Use

It’s upsetting to know that the toxic chemicals used in stain-resistant children’s fabrics, pizza boxes, fast food containers, inks, nonstick cookware and many other products (being used on and around our children) are used without being safety tested. We are happy to promote the  “I am Not a guinea Pig” campaign by the Environmental Defense [...]

August 2, 2010 | 0 Comments More
Tummy Tub’s PVC-Free and BPA-Free Baby Bathtub Is Enjoyable for Infant and Baby

Tummy Tub’s PVC-Free and BPA-Free Baby Bathtub Is Enjoyable for Infant and Baby

When I had my baby bath time was fun, but was time consuming and sometimes could be a chore since I usually got into the full size tub with my little infant.  I thought having her close to me would make her feel safe, which I’m sure did somewhat, but look at this: Tummy Tub®, [...]

June 10, 2010 | 4 Comments More
Which Powdered Infant Formula is Free of Bisphenol A (BPA)

Which Powdered Infant Formula is Free of Bisphenol A (BPA)

We received lots of emails from confused parents wondering about Bisphenol A (BPA) in  the packaging of Infant Formula and decided to do a short post about this topic. We contacted all major US Baby Formula makers to figure out which ones are safe and which aren’t. What we found out is that  almost all [...]

March 4, 2010 | 0 Comments More
Peace of Mind With thinkbaby’s Truly BPA-free Baby Bottle/Sippy Cup

Peace of Mind With thinkbaby’s Truly BPA-free Baby Bottle/Sippy Cup

Most parents are making the switch to from questionably safe plastics made with BPA, to ones that are BPA-free.  Really, it seems to be the craze, but not without reason.  BPA is a  hormone disrupting chemical, it acts like an estrogen in the body and is toxic at even low doses.  A very sensitive time [...]

February 4, 2010 | 1 Comment More
12 Things Your Child Should Avoid

12 Things Your Child Should Avoid

It can be overwhelming when you begin to learn about all the toxins that surround your child on a daily basis.   We truly believe that making a few small changes will make a profound impact on the short AND long term health and well being of our babies and kids. If you are looking [...]

January 4, 2010 | 7 Comments More
Why BPA Is More Toxic To Babies Than Children Over 3

Why BPA Is More Toxic To Babies Than Children Over 3

Even with an ocean of information available on BPA, us SAFbaby mamas still had some unanswered questions.  So, we went to BPA expert Dr. John Bucher for our answers. We all know the dangers of BPA to our little ones.  BPA is an estrogen mimicking chemical and is found in over 90% of the population’s [...]

October 20, 2009 | 0 Comments More
Pregnant Moms Stay Clear of BPA!

Pregnant Moms Stay Clear of BPA!

As conscious parents wishing to create as safe, toxin-free environment for our children we know all too well about the estrogen-mimicking chemical of BPA for our little ones. We have switched from plastic bottles and sippy cups to glass or stainless steel, we look for a BPA-Free label on canned goods, and we look for [...]

October 20, 2009 | 0 Comments More
SIGG Bottles and BPA: Exchange Your SIGG Bottle For A BPA-free Lining

SIGG Bottles and BPA: Exchange Your SIGG Bottle For A BPA-free Lining

It seems that a conscious parent can try their best to keep their children unexposed from toxic additives, such as BPA, but the alarming facts are that we keep hearing about these toxins creeping into vessels we are being lead to believe are safe. We both were big fans of SIGG bottles and thought they [...]

September 5, 2009 | 2 Comments More
Introducing SAFbaby.com’s Newest Seal Of Approval- Our Green Seal

Introducing SAFbaby.com’s Newest Seal Of Approval- Our Green Seal

We are so proud to announce our newest Seal Of Approval, our original GREEN AWARD!   This seal awards products with unsurpassed standards when it comes to being non-toxic and kind to the planet. Now we have 2 seal of approvals available for parents to look for.  When you see these seals, you can trust [...]

August 24, 2009 | 2 Comments More
What BPA-Free Bottles Are Really Free Of BPA?

What BPA-Free Bottles Are Really Free Of BPA?

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 [...]

August 10, 2009 | 12 Comments More
This PVC-Free, BPA Free, Lead Free, and Phthalate Teething Toy For Baby Is A Genius Idea!

This PVC-Free, BPA Free, Lead Free, and Phthalate Teething Toy For Baby Is A Genius Idea!

This PVC, phthalate, latex, BPA and lead free teething toy from Smart Mom is truly a smart invention.  Practical, a safe alternative to plastic chew toys (and a safe alternative to chewing on metal and beaded jewelry) and stylish! Yep, stylish!  This chew toy doubles as a fun necklace for mom, and a teething toy [...]

August 3, 2009 | 0 Comments More
BPA-Free Plastic Bottles May Not Be BPA-Free

BPA-Free Plastic Bottles May Not Be BPA-Free

Sarah Schmidt from the Winnipeg Free Press released an article a couple days ago regarding the alarming test results that recently showed BPA, a hormone disrupting chemical that is toxic to babies and children, in baby bottles marketed as BPA-Free plastic bottles. This dangerous chemical leaches out of the plastic bottle, and into the contents [...]

August 2, 2009 | 1 Comment More
Toxic Hormone Disrupting Chemical BPA in Canned Food and Drinks

Toxic Hormone Disrupting Chemical BPA in Canned Food and Drinks

Bisphenol-A (BPA) has gotten a lot of coverage lately in the press, mostly about plastic baby bottles and sippy cups. Unfortunately, there are still no government safety standards nationwide, limiting the amount of Bisphenol-A (BPA) in packaged foods NOT targeted for children. Starting January 1st, 2010, Minnesota is the first state banning the presence of [...]

July 21, 2009 | 2 Comments More
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