Natural & Homemade Cleaners: Infant
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Seeking Recommendations for Non-toxic Cleaners for Wood Floors & Stone Counters
Asked by K.A. from Los Angeles
on June 11, 2008
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Hi all:
I'm preparing our home for the arrival of our baby girl and am seeking recommendations on non-toxic cleaners for wood floors and stone kitchen counters. Si...
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- go to www.melaleuca.com , they are an all natural company that has great cleaners and many other things. I use them myself. I have a very sensitive nose and lungs, and...
- Hi K., Congratulations on your upcoming new "arrival" =) Check out www.EcoUmbrella.com for "green solutions for everyday living" if you'd like to work with someone ...
- I get all of my cleaning products from a place called Melaleuca. They have wonderful cleaners and the prices are the same or better than you would find at your store....
Need a Non-toxic Disinfectant to Clean Toys (& Books?)
Asked by J.W. from Portland
on April 17, 2008
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Hi Moms,
What do you use as a non-toxic disinfectant to clean toys? I recently purchased some used toys and would like to clean them before my child plays with th...
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- Clorox clean-works is great. It's made from natural products, its just as effective and bleach, but it's as gentle and soap and water, and it costs the same as any oth...
- I've read that clorox anywhere spray (light blue bottle) works without having to be wiped off. There are also pampers wipes for toys and high chairs. And there are man...
- Hi!~ I use clorox anywhere ALL the time:)I would recommend that:)
A Good Disinfectant for Toys
Asked by B.M. from Detroit
on July 10, 2008
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Hello All you wonderful moms!! I was wondering if anyone uses or knows of a disinfectant that is effective, but gentle to use on toys. I have tried the Lysol disinfe...
Organic / Natural Carpet Cleaner?
Asked by B.G. from Houston
on March 6, 2009
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I'm in the process of trying to make a switch to all organic / natural / nontoxic cleaning products for my home. Our home contains a preschooler, an infant and 2 kitti...
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- I have a friend who is a sponsor for a company called Melaleuca. She does not have anyone sign up. She just lets you call her and place your order under her. I LOVE th...
- I have gone totally green/organic also. What I use on my carpet is a simple steam cleaner, w/ no cleaning solution, just the steam, and that has cleaned all of our ki...
- Don't waste your money on bottles of organic cleaner at the store or online. USE white VINEGAR INSTEAD. Vinegar is a natural disinfectant, cleaner, deoderize...
What Cleaners to Buy?
Asked by T.S. from Los Angeles
on February 23, 2008
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I was told that all of my cleaning products were toxic &I needed to purchase Non-Toxic cleaners for my home, as I am 5 months pregnant. Does anyone know exactly what I...
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- I also use melaleuca. They are awesome products and you can get starter packs for a great price without having to do all the searching!!! It all comes to your door whe...
- I like Melaleuca products - all natural with no toxins - but any of the natural products like Mrs. Meyers or other cleaners from Whole Foods are a better choice than c...
- I agree with the Ecosense line. Here is their website www.saferforyourhome.com It's like having a Costco or Sam's club membership so that you can buy safer produc...
Surface Cleaner for Young Babies
Asked by M.P. from Salt Lake City
on May 31, 2009
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What is a good, safe cleaner to disinfect surfaces? I've heard of using Hydrogen Peroxide. Does that really work - is it really safe for babies? What else do you use?
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- Hi M., Here's a NATURAL disinfectant that is safe. 8 drops of TEA TREE oil with 2 1/2 cups of water in a spray bottle, shake well. Spray and wipe down. This recipe ...
- for a spray, mix 1/2 vinegar and 1/2 water. its a natural disinfectant and can't hurt the baby at all (she could even drink it) to replace ajax/comet like cleaners -...
- White Distilled Vinegar is a great, safe, chemical free cleaner and disinfectant.
Searching for Natural/Non-Toxic Cleaning Products
Asked by D.S. from Dallas
on November 23, 2009
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I'm in search of natural or non-toxic household cleaning products. Can you please send me your recommendations? If there are some that you tried and did not like or ...
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- I swear by Melaleluca products. They are amazing! I use them because I have a baby at home and I want to know that I am using safe products around him. My husband a...
- D., I am a Shaklee Independent Distributor and there are no horror stories here! In fact the non-toxic cleaners that are sell are been featured on the Oprah show thr...
- Good Morning! Just to let you know in my cleaning business i use 7th generation and love Meyer's products (specially the stainless steel cleaning products. M.
Infant Asthma
Asked by S.B. from Washington DC
on July 16, 2008
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My almost 5 month old son has been wheezing for about a month now. Our pediatrician tried several meds but they didn't really help much, so he sent us to a pediatric ...
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- Are you nursing? I'd give him infant probiotics bought from the Health Food Center in the frig section, to up him immune system. Run a cool mist humidifier, and alwa...
- Hi S., Both Barabara and Heather mentioned the use of chemicals in the home and how this can have an adverse effect on anyone who has a condition such as asthma. One...
- I don't have any personal experience with infant asthma, but I wanted to ask you if you have consulted an allergist. Have you looked into whether or not he is reacting...
Natural Stain Remover?
Asked by A.C. from Cincinnati
on September 2, 2009
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Does anyone know a good stain-remover for the laundry that is natural, without petroleum, bleach, fragrances, or other harsh chemicals? I only use Green cleaners in ...
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- Have you considered LOC/SA8 products from Amway Global? I would be glad to set you up a free membership to order some to try. The company has a 180 guarantee if you d...
- Someone just told me the other day to try dish soap - she swears by it! I haven't tried it yet, but I plan to for the next stain which I am sure will occur within the...
- Have you tried Hydrogen Peroxide?
Looking for a "Baby-friendly" Carpet Stain Remover
Asked by J.L. from Detroit
on October 14, 2008
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I have a few set in stains on my carpet in the living room. This area is pretty much a kid zone right now. My baby is gonna be crawling around in the next few months...
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- A friend of mine uses a product called 'Holy Cow'. She gets it at Walmart. I haven't used it ... but she swears by it. It's also organic I believe. You can fin...
- I like 7th Generation and Mrs. Meyers carpet cleaners. Both work well and are environmental and kid friendly. Happy Scrubbing!
- I use Castile soap - I got mine from Trader Joe's. Mix water and soup in spray bottle and scrub. I had some stains in an area rug that were from last year come out - j...
