Movies & TV: Seventh Generation
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Gdiaper
Asked by L.M. from Detroit
on July 19, 2007
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has anyone used the gdiaper? I saw them this a.m. on TV, they are good for the environment. You flush the inside, instead of dispose. They are a little more expensive,...
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- Congrats on the adoption. I haven't used GDiapers - we use cloth - but I've heard good things about them. Another resource for buying them for less money is www.diap...
- we just started using them about 2 weeks ago. we have some concerns, the inserts have the same type of gel in them that is used in regular diapers and we h ave heard t...
- Hi again L.~ I've never heard of those, but now I am very interested to hear what ppl have to say. Sounds like a great idea! ~L.
Organice Cleaners
Asked by C.B. from Dallas
on March 29, 2012
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I want to switch to a line of organic cleaners. I know there are a lot of new ones out there. Are the ones sold in the stores as good as the online companies? Any sugg...
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- I use E-cosway products, they sell their products on-line and in some cities they have opened stores. They are a friendly environmental company. I love it!
- GrassRoots Eco cleaners Custer and 121
- Online companies rarely deliver truly eco friendly cleaners. Have you ever heard the term "green washing"? It's where companies claim to have safe, organic, eco frie...
Fabric Softener
Asked by D.K. from Denver
on November 14, 2008
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I love when our clothes/towels and all smell good and are soft!
Downy especially pulls this off. I have tried less expensive brands of fabric softener, only to have ...
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- I did the vinegar, one cause a cat pee'd on my dirty clothes and then I remembered seeing this thread, I used one sheet in the dryer instead of the 2 or three I would ...
- Are you familiar with Neways products? They have a full line of "Healthy Homes" products that you will love. The fragrance isn't strong like Downy because it is a "s...
- You really shouldn't use any fabric softner at all on your towells, it reduces the absorbancy. Also, after time, the softner builds up and makes your towells not fluf...
Cloth Diapers from Newborn or Later?
Asked by C.G. from Nashville
on May 13, 2008
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Okay, another mom's request for info about cloth diapers perked my interest. I have an almost 5 year old and I was not interested in cloth diapers AT ALL for her back...
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- Hi C.! I have to say that I have used Bum Genius diapers and absolutely love them! I just sold some of my used ones on diaperswappers.com and have ordered some of ...
- Congrats to all of you moms out there thinking about washing cloth diapers. :-) Ten years ago, everyone thought I was crazy for doing it, but then, that's a personal...
- I used them when at home but if I had appointments or would be gone most of the day I used disposable my daughter was 3lbs 9 2/3 oz so we used preemie disposables till...
Newborn Clothes
Asked by K.M. from Los Angeles
on January 19, 2010
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Do I need to wash new clothes for my newborn, before she wears them? Can I also use a dryer sheet?
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- i didnt do it unless they were used clothes. but some moms feel the need to wash everything. its just a personal choice. as for the dryer sheets my daughters skin is v...
- Yes! You don't know what chemicals may be left on the clothing from manufacturing and handling. Try using hypoallergenic laundry detergent to prevent rashes from harsh...
- YES absolutley wash them - use the most mild/natural detergent you can find. Do not use dryer sheets or fabric softener.
Cleaning at Home
Asked by D.G. from Wilmington
on June 12, 2008
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Are there many parents out there that care about toxic chemicals in the home and the effect that they have on children?
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- D., I have been using Shaklee Cleaners since 1991. I am a 42 y/o Mom of a 5 y/o Boy and he even helps me dust and clean the windows with the Shaklee Basic H in a spr...
- I found this: for dishwasher soap and it works wonders: 1 part borax 1 part baking soda put them in the cup where the regu...
- Here are some youtube clips of Moms speaking to Moms about the affect of cleaning chemicals on children, and natural alternatives. Hope it helps. Part 1 http://www...
What is the best organic household cleaners?
Asked by S.W. from Dallas
on November 8, 2007
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Any favorite organic cleaners out there? I have tried Melaleuca, and did not like it that much.. I am about to try Shaklee, but they only have a few choices, any other...
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- Ecover is my favorite. A green product with great results. I also us vinegar and water, but don't like the smell so I add some lavender essential oil. Peppermint essen...
- Household cleaning should utilize the safest products possible. We still don't know the accumlated effects of this last century's large scale use of chemicals. Making...
- Vinegar and baking soda- works like a charm. Not necessarily organic, but I don't mind my kiddos crawling around in vinegar residue.
