Bisphenol A (BPA)
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Have You Found a Leak-free Sippy Cup?
Asked by Z.L. from Denver
on May 6, 2009
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Please tell me if you have discovered a great brand of sippy cups. I really need some that don't leak... and haven't found any yet. When my daughter was a toddler Th...
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- We've also had good luck with Nalgene's and buy them at REI.
- I agree with the Gerber hard topped ones. I've had one for 3 years now -- same stopper, always washed in the dishwasher, never EVER leaks.
- We started with Avent and they are the worst! Tried a ton of others that were just ok. My friend got him this one for his b-day and it doesn't leak, but it's not bpa f...
Plastics
Asked by P.R. from Cincinnati
on April 2, 2010
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Ok. I am really confused about the BPA/plastic stuff. I went through all of my
plastic and they are all coded as a 5. So as I understand that, they are
BPA-free? Can...
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- Melamine dishes shouldn't be put in the microwave. It causes a breakdown of the plastic, which can leak into food. As for the plastics, here is a link I hope helps: ...
- If you decide to replace them.I found that Reynolds makes some really good BPA-free plastics. I've only seen them at Wal-Mart though.
- If they are BPA free, you are fine.
Reusable Water Bottles
Asked by A.C. from Muncie
on January 19, 2011
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Does anyone know where I can find (if they exist) reusable water bottles that are shaped exactly like the disposable ones you buy? I am looking for the same twist off...
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- I always just use the disposable ones and refill them myself. When it starts to get too worn out, I buy a new one.
- Are you looking for a stainless steel one? The Sigg stainless steel water bottles are not exactly the same shape an size as the disposable water bottles but they do f...
- Amazon has these. Just type in "BPA free reusable water bottles."
Bento Lunchbox
Asked by B.B. from Dallas
on September 29, 2010
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I want to get my son a small bento box (that is BPA free), for his lunch. I DON'T want to buy it online. I want to get is from a retail store, so I can check it out, n...
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- They have some at Super H Mart in Carrollton 2625 Old Denton Road I pack my daughter's lunch in one every day. We have 4 of them. It is fun to do and keeps lunch...
- Hi, I have a cousin in Garland. Please post the store that you find yours in. We are going to have her send one to us instead of a toy for her birthday.
- The Container Store may have some that would work for you. Most of my collections comes from a Japenese store in Plano. It's called Shop Minoya at Parker & Independe...
Looking for Teething Toys Recommendations!
Asked by M.G. from Columbus
on March 21, 2011
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Hi mamas!
My almost 3 month old son is teething, and I'm looking for your suggestions on good, BPA free teething toys. Because he is so young, he is still working on ...
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- For my kids, I would dampen a baby washcloth, then freeze it. They liked to chomp on that. No need to buy 'teething' toys. Or use a mesh bag. Your son is teet...
- My fav. store, is The Soft Landing. All of their products are safe and BPA free. I loved the teether sampler they sell! http://www.thesoftlanding.com/Baby-Teethers-...
- Hi-here is a list of all the best non-toxic teethers that my son loved. http://www.happyhealthymom.com/teething_list.php Good Luck!
What Do You Think of Glass Bottles?
Asked by L. from Minneapolis
on August 22, 2009
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My second baby is due next month. I need to get new bottles because my old bottles are not BPA-free. I've been considering glass bottles (maybe Born Free brand) beca...
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- I don't think many people are into the glass bottle thing cause I've seen alot of them are on clearance lately.
- I did like the glass bottles. I was worried about them breaking but They had the rubber covers to go over them. I only used a bottle for the first month anyway. As ...
- I would go with glass if you can. My son was particular about what type of nipple he'd drink from and we ended up using the Playtex Nursers (plastic w/ inserts). In fa...
Storing Expressed Breast Milk
Asked by A.I. from Chicago
on February 22, 2008
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Hi,
I am starting to pump in anticipation of returning to work. Do you have advice on the easiest way to store (freezer or fridge) and then give EBM in a bottle? ...
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- I used the Storage tray from First year..comes in a pack of two and used gerber bags. Store them in freezer. when you are going for work, takeot her daily supply and ...
- Hi A., I used the Lansinoh bags as well. I froze 2 ounces at a time. I know it doesn't sound like allot, but I froze 4 ounces while I was on maternity leave and u...
- I used both the Lansinoh and Gerber bags. I bought plastic shoeboxes from the Container Store. I put 4 oz in each bag and sealed the bags after marking the date and ...
Small Glass Tupperware for Freezing/microwaving Baby Food
Asked by S.S. from Los Angeles
on June 20, 2010
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I seem to only be able to find plastic tupperware that is appropriately sized for freezing and microwaving baby food. They're BPA-free but for peace of mind, I'd love...
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- I would be careful freezing glass, some will break easily, especially if it is not meant for the freezer. I have some pyrex that has done OK, but I would just be care...
- I made my son's baby food and froze it. We had these little containers that we put in the freezer. We never microwaved anything. We put it in a bath of hot water. They...
- We used icecube trays for baby food (and still use them for sauces, garlic, fresh herbs/pestos etc). Freeze them, dump them in a ziplock. Voila.
Mom's Opinions on Bottles/sippie Cups
Asked by K.T. from Cleveland
on April 29, 2008
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There has been a lot in the news about bottles with the chemical BPA. Do you know what brands of bottles and sippie cups do not contain this chemical? I read 95% of wh...
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- Check out http://zrecs.blogspot.com/ They have a lot of information on various products, including a free text messaging service that helps you identify which products...
- I have heard that WalMart is selling all BPA free stuff. At Target they also had labels around their bottles that said if they were BPA free or not. I heard on the n...
- I believe it is the clear bottle and sippy cups with the recycle number 7 on the bottom (the number inside of the triangle so when recycling they know how to sort them...
How Cah I Protect My Children from Toxic Chemicals?
Asked by K.C. from Albany
on May 4, 2009
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I just read this report called "Toxic Tubs' that talks about how there are cancer-causing chemicals contaminating common childcare products like lotion, baby shampoo a...
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- start with no immunizations...that way you are not giving them toxins directly in their body. then go to the health food store and read all the labels. you have a bet...
- I make almost all of my skincare products (haven't had shampoo in my house for years). Get the book Earthly Bodies and Heavenly Hair by Dina Falconi for some good star...
- K., I would suggest you check out a web site www.youngliving.us/ They are an excellent source for solutions for cultivating a better lifestyle-physically, emotionally ...
