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New Bamboo Fiber Goods

By On October 8, 2005 · 2 Comments

We’ve detailed the benefits of bamboo fiber previously, noting the excellent softness and anti-bacterial qualities of this fiber. For those who wanted to try out bamboo fiber, you can do so inexpensively, since bamboo washcloths are being sold for $2 each on eBay in white and

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Recycled “Spaceframe” by Modernseed

By On August 4, 2005 · Leave a Comment

This little fellow is hiding under a Spaceframe, which is made from 100% recycled plastic soda bottles. It’s soft to the touch while still strong enough to build a grand sculptural statement. Kids can configure these into whatever arrangement they can dream up. Available at Modernseed for $169.

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Non-Toxic Sippy Cups

By On July 8, 2005 · 5 Comments

These cups by SIGG are Swiss designed and are a bit different from regular sippy cups. They have a totally inert inner lining that won’t leach chemicals. This is important because kid’s cups receive a lot of washing and wear and tear, thus the plastic inside degrades quite a bit.

The cups are extruded from [...]

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Eco-Disposable Diapers

By On May 9, 2005 · 8 Comments

Nobody makes eco-disposable diapers in the U.S. — Seventh Generation diapers come close, but according to a company representative, they are not fully biodegradable. The trouble is the outer liner of disposables is always some kind of plastic. The only commercially available, fully biodegradable, disposable diaper is the Swedish "Nature Boy [...]

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Organic Baby Clothing

By On November 8, 2004 · 14 Comments

Infants are more susceptible to chemical irritants in clothing. So clothing them in undyed organic cotton reduces the chances of irritation and exposure to chemicals which are used to manufacture conventional baby clothing.

These retailers have selections of organic clothing for babies: NutureMama, The Nuture Center,

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Non-Toxic Infant Toys and Teethers

By On August 23, 2004 · 2 Comments

Infants absorb chemicals more easily than adults — their bodies run at a higher metabolic rate, and their skin is ten times thinner.

Infant toys and teether made of PVC plastic often leak phthalates (pronounced “thay-lates”) and other toxic substances (see more details in this report on [...]

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EvenFlo Glass Baby Bottles

By On July 29, 2004 · 4 Comments

Evenflo makes glass bottles with natural latex nipples. They have micro air vents in the latex to help prevent nipple collapse.

Unlike plastic bottles, glass bottles do not leach contaminants into milk.

Available from Amazon.

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