Tag: Daycare and Preschool

Encourage a Greener Daycare and Preschool!

Encourage a Greener Daycare and Preschool!

We worry about exposing our kids to numerous chemicals in our homes but what about daycare and preschool? Most daycares and preschools have PVC sleeping mats, use toxic chemical cleaning products, pesticides and most toys are made of PVC plastics. For special events, does your preschool encourage good eating habits with nutritional treats or snacks? [...]

July 1, 2009 | 6 Comments More
PVC-Free Wet/Dry Bags: Great for Cloth Diapers, Swim Wear and More

PVC-Free Wet/Dry Bags: Great for Cloth Diapers, Swim Wear and More

Oh the uses a mommy will find for these PVC-free and lead-free wet and wet/dry bags by Planet Wise. Not only are they completely waterproof, even at the seams, but they are wonderfully crafted in the USA! PVC or vinyl often lines bags that are meant to be waterproof (such as diaper bags.) But, not [...]

June 2, 2009 More
Is Crystalline Silica and Asbestos in Play Sand Harmful?

Is Crystalline Silica and Asbestos in Play Sand Harmful?

My little girl broke out in hives on 3 different occasions after playing for quite some time in the sandbox of our local park. So, after a little research, I found out that sandbox sand may contain asbestos and other harmful particles. My research brought up many questions AND concerns, so SafBaby went right to [...]

May 26, 2009 | 3 Comments More
What Every First Aid Kit Should Include: SafetyMate’s Talking First Aid

What Every First Aid Kit Should Include: SafetyMate’s Talking First Aid

The SafetyMate® is a wonderful extension to any first-aid kit because it covers infant, child and adult emergencies. It is, actually the “Talking First Aid“, which talks you through 30+ First Aid issues ranging from CPR to bites and stings. What a great tool to have at home (especially if you are not caught up [...]

January 30, 2009 | 1 Comment More
The Inexpensive Yet Priceless Gift Of Physical Literacy

The Inexpensive Yet Priceless Gift Of Physical Literacy

After watching  GYMTRIX™, I have been inspired! Life around our house has since been filled with a little more physical activity between my toddler and I.  It has been so much fun, and is priceless for my toddler’s development! Some of my favorite GYMTRIX™ activities are quite simple, yet I had not even thought of [...]

January 28, 2009 | 0 Comments More
PVC-free Apron and Bib by Bumkins for Babies and Children

PVC-free Apron and Bib by Bumkins for Babies and Children

For art-work fun, food-dripping skills, and even gardening smiles, this Bumkins PVC-free Apron (or bib) for toddlers is perfect! It is waterproof, and a great length for keeping little ones clean. The fit is wonderful and it is so easy to put on. Just slip the neck ties overhead, and pull the clasping slide bead [...]

December 29, 2008 | 1 Comment More
Is Your Child Breathing Toxic Air?

Is Your Child Breathing Toxic Air?

USA Today tracked the path of industrial pollution and mapped the locations of almost 128,000 schools to determine the levels of toxic chemicals outside.  Titled: The Smokestack Effect – Toxic Air and America’s Schools, this information regarding air pollution is shocking and a must read! This site is so easy to use, and the information [...]

December 18, 2008 | 0 Comments More
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