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Sorry for the silence around here lately.  I’ve been really busy working on some back to school cheat sheets for you which has resulted in my needing to make a lot of phone calls and send a lot of emails so posting has been slow coming.  I’m also busying readying myself for BlogHer in NYC!  On top of my having to start packing and shopping and getting my husband prepared to watch the kids for 4 days (oh man) …. my wallet was stolen. So I had to spend time waiting in line at the DMV for a new license and getting my new cards shipped to me this week.

But! All is well now and I am really looking forward to hanging around at BlogHer and seeing/meeting everyone. I’ll be floating around with my lovely business partner Joelle from Moxie Design Studios (my day job) as well as hob knobbing at the various parties afterward. I’ll definitely be at A Green Affair on Saturday night (Its possible you’ll see my SafeMama logo on my back) and if you want to stop by and see me, Joelle and I are doing a quick book signing for The IT Girls Guide to Blogging with Moxie on Saturday Aug 7th at 4:15 – 5:00 on Floor 2 in the BlogHer Bookstore.  So please come by and say hi, get your book signed or check out the bookstore and see what’s in there.  Lots of great stuff in there I suspect.

I have some reviews to share with you this week and hopefully I can get the last few companies to get back to me about their products and I can share with you the cheat sheet I’ve been preparing. Leave a comment if you’ll be at BlogHer this year… I’d love to meet you!

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In my quest for anything non-plastic I learned about CaliBowls from The Soft Landing.  I ordered some to try out in green and blue.  I was bent on replacing the plastic Munchkin bowls we’d been using which had become a hassle.  Since you can’t put hot food in plastic I’ve been using my regular glass bowls.  This is fine generally but my son is 4 and when he eats things like cereal or rice, it gets all over the table.

Then I got my CaliBowls and the clouds parted.  The sun shone through the trees and the heavens glowed.  Ok not really but my mess occurrences decreased dramatically.  Originally I thought they were just good looking ceramic bowls.  But actually they are much more genius than that.  They have an angled lip around the top of the bowl so food falls back in that would otherwise fall over the edge onto the table or your kid.  They are also great for serving dips and salsas!

These are a great alternative to plastic… dishwasher and microwave safe and since they are ceramic there is no concern over BPP, PVC or Phthalates.  I’d recommend them for slightly older children who are past flipping things upside down or on the floor (Let’s just say my 1 year old doesn’t get the privledge) or for adults.  My husband uses them all the time for salsa or ice cream.  Thumbs up!

Get Them: You can pick up these great bowls at The Soft Landing and they come in an olive green, light blue or dark red and come 2 in a set. A worthy investment!  CaliBowl also makes a BPA, PVC and Phthalate free plastic suction bowl for the little ones.

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I reviewed Broody Chick’s compostable diapers a while back and really loved them.  They’re soft which has always been a peeve of mine with eco-friendly diapers. They’re kind of scratchy.  Anyway, after loving her diapers I wanted to see what else she made and was so pleased to find out she had a line of bath care products!  I was excited to check out the whole line.  Broody Chick is a company based in Sidney,  British Columbia.  And the “chick” is a mother of 3 boys who was tired of looking for skin care without chemicals.  So she made her own.  Using local ingredients and selling from her family run cottage based business, Broody Chick continues to provide products to Canadian stores and online shops through their website.

Broody Chick carries a great range of bath products including a very gentle and mild Bath Bar and Every Body Wash, Every Body Lotion and baby care items like her awesome Boody Balm and Wonderbalm.  I have been using her products for some time (this review is long overdue!) and really love the pure, clean and effective nature of them.  Not to mention they are essentially chemical free.

I use the Every Body Wash on my 1 year old and I just love the way it makes him smell.  It’s not heavily scented at all but it does have this really clean scent.  The kind you was to keep sniffing later. It makes me want to snuggle up with him and take a nap. It works in a foaming pump so I can use it all over and as a baby shampoo too.

The Boody Balm is another favorite.  It comes in a big jar and looks like frosting, and even applies creamy and smooth.  It protects really well and doesn’t irritate my sons skin like some natural diaper creams can.  I know some of you have had trouble with CA Baby being irritating.  Boody Balm is also zinc free, so cloth diaper-ers will love it.  I just really like the texture of this stuff… it’s very soothing.  I’ve used it on myself too when I’ve gotten chaffing or irritation from workouts.

Broody Chick also makes a very nice Sniffs and Snuffles balm that has a light eucalyptus scent for those days when your young ones have a cold.  Ditch the Vicks folks… this stuff is mild and safe.

Rating: I also want to mention that Broody Chicks products kind of deserve to be in the Top Picks of our 2010 Safer Skin Care Cheat Sheet.  The only thing holding it in the Better Choices Section is the stearic acid which is only in the Boody Balm and the Every Body Lotion.  Other than that one minor thing this line is essentially chemical free and I highly recommend it.  All her products works and feel amazing and I use them on myself and my kids. Love.

GET THEM: You can purchase Broody Chick bath care products and her compostable diapers and wipes at a variety of online retailers.  Check her website for online retailers and if you are in Canada (Hello Canadian readers!) you can find them at several Canadian stores.

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I’ve been aware of Microban for a while and I have discussed it somewhat briefly with Jennifer McNichols from ZRecommends last month.  With the “back-to-school” posts surely being worked on right now (we are too) I wanted to look into the use of Microban and perhaps raise some awareness about it before school shopping begins.  I noticed that school supplies have shown up in Target here in the south since school starts back on August 9th.  I cruised through there and noticed alarmingly just how many school supplies boast MICROBAN on the labels.  Jennifer and I were commenting on how hard it had been for her to find a pair of kid scissors without Microban recently and while I was not surprised, it really didn’t sink in how big of an issue this might become until I went looking or a simple set of protractors for my son.  All but one set of them had a Microban label on the package.

What Does Microban Do?

I think there is some confusion about what Microban is and isn’t.  If you asked someone randomly what they thought it was they’d probably say something like “It makes things germ resistant”.  (I asked 3 random people the question “What do you think Microban does?” and all three people told me the same thing: That it helps protect us from germs.) Considering it’s used in a lot of kitchen and childrens products you might even assume it helps stop the spread of germs therefore protecting you from getting sick.  Here is the description of what it really does right from the Microban website:

*Microban® antimicrobial product protection is engineered to protect products from bacteria, mold and in some cases algae that can cause stains, odors and product deterioration. Microban protection is not designed to protect users from disease causing microorganisms. … Microban product protection inhibits the growth of microorganisms that can cause stains, odors and product degradation.

Hmm.  So adding Microan to my child’s pencil will keep the pencil from getting bacteria, mold or algae on it.  Because pencils and kid scissors are so prone to getting stained and deteriorating.  The horror.  So its not protecting your child or the product user from spreading or contracting germs, it’s protecting the product from getting discolored or moldy. It protects products from bacteria, yes but the bacteria that causes mold  – not diseases. This is according to Microban.  I’ve read in other articles that Microban does create a resistance to some bacteria that could cause infections but that Microban is very clear not to make that claim.  Microban may be successful in harming good microbes (the ones we need) as well.

What Is Microban?

Microban is a proprietary mix of chemicals (they call it “technologies”) possibly containing Triclosan.  It is added to a product during manufacturing and becomes part of its molecular structure.  The problem is that we don’t know what is in Microban.  It’s all very secretive and proprietary.  According to the Environmental Working Group:

“Contrary to popular belief, triclosan is not the same as Microban. Triclosan is officially registered under the EPA as “Microban additive B” – that is to say, any given product sold under the Microban trade name does not necessarily contain triclosan. Which antimicrobial agent is being used for those products, however, the company will not disclose: it could quite literally be anything!”

Considering the things we know about Triclosan (Lab studies link triclosan to cancer, developmental defects, and liver and inhalation toxicity), there may be cause for concern.  Triclosan is a  possible hormone disruptor and is basically a pesticide which should be avoided when possible as well.

Should I Avoid Microban?

I’m sure I’ll get some hate mail/comments for posting this and perhaps the Microban knee breakers might get their knickers in a twist but in my opinion (which I can’t stress enough is just my opinion…no I am not a scientist or a doctor or a chemist, so before you crawl up my tucus calling me an alarmist just chill out)… in my opinion, Microban is something to be avoided when possible.  Here are my reasons:

1. We don’t even know what Microban actually is or whether our kids could ingest it by chewing on items containing it (pencils, pens, rulers – not to mention all of this stuff could possibly contain it).  Does it contain Triclosan?  We don’t know.  Maybe.
2. Microban is most likely unnecessary.  It is an antimicrobial agent and as stated by the company who creates it say it “ protect products from bacteria, mold and in some cases algae that can cause stains, odors and product deterioration”. I think it just feeds into people’s paranoia about germs and nothing else.  I don’t think we’re all going to die if everything we own isn’t protected by Microban.

What Can I Do Instead?

Look for products without Triclosan or Microban.  This can get tough, especially with the number of items coming on the market containing them.  Stainless steel, bamboo, glass, ceramic are all materials that are usually safe from meddling by Microban.

Instead of focusing on the items in question, focus on practicing good hygiene and hand washing.  Teach kids to wash  their hands and to not put things in their mouth.  They still will but a little dirt and germs aren’t going to kill anyone.  Just do the best you can.  You’ll be fine.  Common sense is all we need… not more chemicals.

If Microban wants me as a consumer to trust their product, they’re going to have to tell me what it’s made of first.

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We get questions about how to safely clean toys at least once a week.  I really believe that people are getting overly paranoid about germs now that the Swine Flu did a number on our mentality about illnesses.  Thing is, I understand.  I felt it too… the uncertainty, the debating over getting flu vaccines, the worrying that our kids or us would get some horrible sickness and spread it to our families.  But I firmly believe that over sanitizing and MicroBan-ing everything we touch is unhealthy for us in the grand scheme (not to mention MicroBan and Triclosan could be  endocrine disruptors). Germs are good.. building immunity is good. Inconvenient, but good.  But again, I get it. No one wants to get sick, ever. However, I do think a level of cleanliness is important too so periodically cleaning your childs toys isn’t a bad idea… as long as you do it safely.

True there are safer cleaning products on the market and you may have seen the commercial of the mom washing her childs bottles and toys in a bleach and water mixture in the sink.  If that’s your bag, fine.  But I think its overkill and there are less toxic methods of toy cleaning.

Teethers and Baby Toys: Instead of thinking of it as sanitizing, think of it more or less like eliminating surface dirt. Some toys you may be able to run through the dishwasher.  Other’s might need a quick soap and water soak in the tub/sink.  Other’s may only be able to tolerate a wipe down with a cleaner and soft cloth.  Here’s a recipe for a spray bottle mixture you can use to wipe down toys and teethers.

• 1 Cup Water
• 1 Cup Distilled White Vinegar
• 6 drops of Tea Tree Oil (natural antiseptic qualities)

Mix together in a re-purposed spray bottle and either spray directly on toys or spray onto a soft cloth to wipe things down.

Stuffed Animals: These can harbor dust mites and dust so a good way to kill that process is to put them in an airtight bag and stick them in the freezer for a few hours to kill any dust mites.  Most stuffed animals you can also stick in the washing machine if they are made from cotton or polyester and they’ll be just fine.

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I haven’t had the opportunity to check out much in the way of organic baby clothing so when I was contacted by SOFT, a maker of organic cotton baby wear to do a review and a giveaway I was happy to be able to!

Creator, Yee Wong, who is originally from Hong Kong and now a New Yorker, created the line to meet the growing demands for organics in clothing – especially baby who is most sensitive to environmental toxins. SOFT clothing is made from 100% Organic cotton – never dyed or bleached and uses an eco-friendly water based ink. The designs are cute, cheeky and are an awesome gift or addition to an expectant mother’s layette.

I received a sample of their really adorable Growl Onesie. It lives up to it’s name and is very soft but what I was most impressed with is the construction.  It has little stretch panels in the armpits and neck for added baby comfort.  not to mention the little dog face on it is precious.  All of SOFT’s baby items are super stylish.  I mean, how adorable is this onsie for a boy? Boys always get stiffed in the cute clothes department!
Get Them: You can pick up any SOFT items right on their website.

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SOFT is giving away one Growl Onesie to a lucky SafeMama reader! AND, I’m going to giveaway the review sample too so that’s two winners!

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Giveaway closed.

Congratulations Commenters #41 Amber and #53 Lani! Thanks to all who entered and tweeted the giveaway.

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Lately I have really been into finding products that are less plastic and more centered on utilizing safer materials like stainless steel, bamboo, wood, ceramic and glass.  I am on a glass kick lately and even bought my own glass water bottle which I have been loving (more on that later). So when the new EIO Kids Cup came out I was really interested in checking it out.

The awesome people behind The Glass Baby Bottle sent me an EIO Kids Cup to check out.  I was really eager to check it out too because after looking at the “cup benefits” image they have, it looks a lot more complicated than it really is.

Essentially the cup is a glass 8 oz jar.  But the great part is that it comes equipped with a silicone gripping sleeve that can come off for washing if need be.  The cap screws on utilizing the threads of the jar to hold in place. The cap features an inward slant to create a spout effect.  This isn’t a spill proof sippy cup, but more of a bigger kid training cup.  Even though my son is old enough to use a regular cup, I still like to cap him at the table in case of accidents.  You do need to be extra careful when screwing on the lid.  If it’s not on perfectly, liquid leaks out from under the cap.  But if it’s on nice and snug and level it works great.

There are no valve’s or hard to clean spaces so you can hand wash easily or run through the dishwasher in the top rack.  It’s the perfect size for little hands and my son really liked having his own glass cup at dinner.  I think it goes without saying that this cup is free of BPA, PVC and Phthalates and there is no risk of any kind of plastic leaching since it’s glass.

The cup comes in bright orange (the color my son chose), purple, and green and is pretty cute if you ask me!

Get It: You can purchase your own EIO Kids Cup at TheGlassBabyBottle.com!

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The Glass Baby Bottle is giving away one EIO Kids cup in Green to a lucky SafeMama reader! Yay!

To Enter the Giveaway (Required):

Visit The Glass baby Bottle and check out their selection of other products… they have a ton of great stuff (eco-friendly safe art supplies, organic crib bedding, blankets, cloth diapers, etc) Leave a comment here letting me know which other item they carry you’d love to check out!

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Congratulations commenter #4 Kari!  Thanks to everyone who entered and tweeted the giveaway!  Thank you The Glass baby Bottle for the great giveaway!

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I’ve been trying to review more sunscreens that have made it on to our 2010 Sunscreen Cheat Sheet this year and this is one of them.  There is a lot to choose from and even though we list only a handful – it’s still tricky to know which one is the best fit for you.  For me it’s more or less on a scenario basis.  I use one for the playground, one for the beach or pool and one on me vs the kids.  So when I had the chance to check out the Miessence Reflect Outdoor Balm I was really psyched.

I’ll make a confession.  When I first learned about Miessence I was really reluctant to trust them.  When organizations set up their business so that people can resell it, I get weary about brainwashing and greenwashing.  I felt similarly about Shaklee for that reason (and still kind of do – don’t crawl up my butt Shaklee people).  But once I had a chance to really look at the ingredients and practices of Miessence my heart warmed for the entire product line and their products made their way to SafeMama approval.

ElyOrganics.com provided a sample of the Miessence Reflect Outdoor Balm for me to check out and I am so glad she did.  Here’s what I think of it as a sunscreen.

It has an SPF marking of 15.  But according to third party testing OneGroup (Miessence) submitted, gave it a rating of SPF level 29.5.  Despite that I tested it on myself first to make sure it would provide adequate coverage and sun protection.

At first glance, the balm appears gray, which I’ll admit is a little off putting.  But after everything I’ve learned when it comes to truly natural products is to not judge it by how it looks and rather, how it works and feels.  So I slathered it on anyway and set out into the sun to see how my somewhat fair skin would do.  Like natural sunscreens it does apply a little on the thicker side at first but does spread quite easy.  You do get some of that “ghosting” that natural sunscreens give you but its not as prominent as other brands.  In fact after about 30 minutes you couldn’t see it at all.  So maybe there is something to the gray… less pale whiteness to deal with.

I wore it at the pool (apply every 2 hours as instructed) and came home with nary a burn mark on me. Success!  This is a great choice in sunscreens and I really love the ingredients list which is mostly organic and natural.  The sunscreening ingredient is zinc oxide which provide excellent broad spectrum protection.

Get It! You can purchase Miessence Reflect Outdoor Balm from ElyOrganics.com – Let her know SafeMama sent ya!

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When I was working on the new edition of the SafeMama Skin Care Cheat Sheet for 2010 I came across several new brands that were worthy of the list.  One of those was Babo Botanicals.  They carry a full line of shampoo and skin care for babies and kids that is free of many of the ingredients we try to avoid such as parabens, phthalates, sulfates, 1,4 dioxane, formaldehyde, mineral oils, synthetic fragrances and dyes and propylene glycol.  What IS in Babo Botanicals is carefully selected plant and vegetable based ingredients and organic oils and extracts.

Babo Botanicals sent me samples of their entire line (which I was really grateful for!) and I was really impressed with the presentation. These would make awesome shower gifts.  You can purchase gift sets and they come in cute little jute handle bags.

Another thing I found cool is their Rosemary Tea Tree Lice Repel shampoo and leave-in conditioner.  I get questions all the time about handling lice naturally.  This is a great way to deal with lice problems (and perhaps to keep them from spreading if you have multiple children). It’s also clinically proven 95% effective which sounds pretty good.

I really like how they provide “solutions” with their products, like their Clean Sport Shampoo for sun and swim or their Berry Primrose for tangly or unruly hair.  What’s great is these are all color safe for mom too.  I used them on my own chemically highlighted hair (I know but seriously? Come on) and had good results.

The scents, I’ll admit are a tiny bit stronger than I’m used to with other natural brands but they get great feedback on all their products.  My personal favorite is the Berry Primrose!  I also packed the Clean Sport detangler in my beach bag for post-swim comb outs.

What I really love is the care and consideration that goes into this line of products. Their entire line is made on a certified organic farm in New York. They do products in small batches to ensure the highest quality and it really shows in their delivery.  The products came to me wrapped up in colorful tissue in a jute bag.  I felt like I was opening a box of expensive candy rather than shampoo.  Very classy.  Babo Botanicals ingredients earned them a respectable spot on our Skin Care Cheat Sheet.

Get It: You can order any of their products on their website Babobotanicals.com!

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The creator of Soapwalla, Rachel Winard, has so graciously provided the following tips and DIY recipes for battling summer skin woes. Her product line, Soapwalla is one of my absolute favorites so I know you’ll appreciate her bountiful knowledge –   Enjoy!

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