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Dishwashing Plastic???? Bottle Washing...
I saw on the today show that using disposable sippy cups are better because the type of plastic they use is different. You can buy like 7 of the small ones ...
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- Personally, I still worry about several different compound that can be released by plastics when put under heat stress. While, not all plastics are the same color shou...
- Dishwashing is fine, but DO NOT put them in the microwave. That cooks the plastic (doesn't clean it) and breaks down the phalates or whatever the cancerous particles a...
- I have always thrown everything in the dishwasher. With 2 small kids, it would be improbable for me to handwash everything, plus I don't think I would get them as cle...
Help Me with the BPA Issue in Plastics, So Confusing!!
One thing I found interesting is that the #7 is a catch-all category that includes some "bad" plastics as well as "good" bio-based plastics that are BPA and ...
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- Here is the scoop on plastics. BPA is the chemicle in plastics we have been hearing a lot about but don't forget phthalates, found in plastics as well are also dangero...
- In general, it is safer not to microwave any plastic, even if it says it is microwave safe. There are other chemicals (known carcinogens) besides BPA that leach from ...
- Hi K., It is a scary topic and I just purchased and am anxiously waiting my order of glass bottles from evenflo. I bought them on Amazon.com. I think it's better ...
My 7 and 11 Year Olds Still Sucking Thumbs
My niece sucked her thumb until she was at least 7 and what finally worked for her is some contraption that they sell- it's like a plastic glove that goes ...
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- I used to suck my thumb. Putting a bandaid on it helped me stop very quickly. Good luck
- Yes, see an orthodontist--they can put in what's called a habit reminder. It's a glued in appliance that doesn't cost too much, and some insurances will cover it. So...
- My little brother sucked his thumb until 1st grade. Everything we tried didn't work, plus 5 other classmates also sucked their thumbs, so he saw it as normal. My mom w...
Smart Mouth 7 Yr Old
My daughter is 7 She is a classicDr Jekyl and Mr Hyde She is precious for the most part ..... boys black shoes · 7 plastic · kids dress shoes · tool bags ...
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- Hello S., Well I tend to agree with your husband to get rid of the shoes; however throwing them away is wasteful. So, take away all her shoes except for one pair f...
- you take all her shoes but a couple of pairs and take the rest and put them up where she cant find them. let her earn her shoes back.that is what my grandma would do w...
- I have had the same issues with my 4.5 yr old daughter. I now keep a large (and I do mean LARGE) laundry basket on top of my refridgerator. I cleaned up her room and...
Have Anyone Ever Used Rubber Pants or Plastic Pants When Cloth Diapering?
I used cloth diapers with rubber/plastic pants, and sometimes nylon pants with 7 of our 9 kids (we didn't have a washing machine at home with the first two) ...
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- I had my first child in 1983 and I was also a stay at home mom and decided that cloth diapers and rubber pants would be the route I took. It seemed so much more econom...
- you mean covers? oh, totally! They're great! Mine are polyester, actually, but they look plastic. Thirsties never leak a drop and the colors are lovely. But i lik...
- Hi S.! We cloth diaper but I don't use the old-style plastic pants. We use a variety of covers that are made with PUL and also some pocket diapers which are a diape...
Does Anybody Know About the BPA in Bottles?
(Yes, Absolutely) 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 (Definitely not) ... Seeking Information About Hazards of BPA in Plastic Bottles and Sippy Cups ...
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- Go to consumerreports.org and do a search for it and you will get plenty of info. They just had an article on bpa in water bottles as well. This info on their site is ...
- Best to not have bottles with BPA. I've done some research...it goes both way. but overall BPA is not good in any plastics we use. for baby items check out the http:...
- Hi M., I read an interesting article on BPA in bottles in PEOPLE magazine(Of all places! Date of issue, 05-19-2008) the other day. It was short, but informative. ...
Unsafe Plastic Bottles?
You can tell which plastics contain this agent by looking for the number within or next to the recycling symbol on the bottom of products, would be the #7. ...
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- To get more information, either go to the Lalech club (the breastfeeding site) OR ask someone at a WIC office near you. What we were told was that the cancer causing ...
- Hi J., I would not microwave any food in plastic. I would also not get new bottles it seems that they are fine when not superheated. You can't always rely on a compa...
- I wouldn't worry too much, which is something hard to say and live by as a mom. There isn't much you can do. How do you know which plastic bottles do this and which ...
Easter Basket Ideas for a 13 Month Old
(Yes, Absolutely) 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 (Definitely not) ... I have a friend who filled plastic easter eggs with cheerios and Gerber puffs. ...
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- I have a 14 month old, so I know what you mean! But she is my third, so I've been through this before. I got her spring PJs and a new toy for the bathtub (cost under...
- When mine was that little (now 4), I put things like playdough(name brand, because I know it is non-toxic)it is great for developing fine muscle skills in the hands(su...
- I got a box of assorted animal crackers from Walmart with the little individual packages and fruit snacks. I also put in sidewalk chalk, bubbles, books and one little...
Gerber Baby Food Plastic Containers
I e-mailed gerber and they deny that the NO.7 plastics are harmful. Personally, I do not beleive them. I have switched as well to Beechnut and Earths Best, ...
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- Your baby can eat everything that the rest of family eats. I used a food processor and gave all my kids whatever we were eating.
- Blenders are good. If you have a Kitchenaid Mixer, it has an attachment for grinding up food which works really well. Also, carrots and potatoes are mashed up really...
- I've been making my own baby food using the Super Baby Food book by Ruth Yaron. You can make a batch and freeze a bunch (of course, you have to freeze it in plastic i...
Plastic Bottles and Sippy Cups a No No??
They advise people to avoid using plastic with the following numbers: 3, 6, and 7. Click on the link below and it will take you to an article that explains ...
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- We just switched our bottles this past week brcause of BPA. There are brands other than Born Free. Here is a link to an article I found about choosing the best bottles...
- Hi M., I also heard about the concerns regarding plastic bottles and sippy cups. There are specific numbers to look for on the bottom of some plastic bottles and c...
- Hi M., Happy Earth Day! It's great that you are becoming aware of what to watch out for. Knowledge is power ~ no matter what the levels of toxins, less is better ...
