March 29th, 2010

eco friendly baby

eco friendly baby

I heard baby oil is bad for you, what a safe "natural" alternative?


I read that baby oil isn't the best thing for you. I also use it to clean my ferrets ears....so Im worried if it is truly "bad". Is there a safe, more natural, eco-friendly alternative?

(10 Points for the best!)

it is bad it soaks into your blood stream making it hard for you to absorb nutrients. Use olive oil to clean out your ferrets ears. or vegetable oil but olive oil is better.

Eco Friendly Products May Need CoSHH Assessment

It might seem logical to assume that it would be sensible to use eco/environmentally friendly products as much as possible.

However, it is not necessarily the case that products which are essentially safe for the environment are safe and non hazardous for human beings.

Regardless of a products' claim to be eco-friendly, it is still essential that they must have a CoSHH risk assessment. Natural, after all, does not equate to non-toxic.

Indeed, an example of a potentially hazardous environmentally friendly product is the reusable shopping bag which could be dangerous for our health. A micro-biological study in America of earth friendly shopping bags discovered that although these bags are better for the environment than plastic bags, they may be a source of an alarming amount of bacteria, yeast and mould which could make us ill.

The possible dangers of reusable bags include food poising, provoking asthma attacks, allergic reactions, and ear infections.

Adversely, plastic carrier bags may be bad for the environment, but they are actually much more hygienic than reusable ones. This is very much down to the fact that reusable carrier bags are used repeatedly.

The biggest cause of bacteria can come from leaks into the bags from produce bought in supermarkets, and then this bacteria being spread, inadvertently, by staff who are transferring bacteria from one reusable bag to another.

Some companies, do actually claim to produce eco friendly products, but actually they do not. Body care products do not have the same specifications for what is considered 'organic' like food does. There are a small number of differing rules and regulations that manufacturers look at when considering a product to be classed as 'organic', but on the whole, few follow these.

Eco friendly baby care products are containing more and more dangerous chemicals. Chemicals containing BHA, tricolsan and parabens, are not only to the atmosphere but to humans aswell.

A product should not necessarily be deemed safe just because they are labelled as 'natural' or 'eco friendly'. The specific ingredient information should also include titles such as 'solvent free' or 'no petroleum based ingredients' etc.

All products being utilised within the workplace, regardless of whether they are 'eco/environmentally friendly' or 'organic', are still required to have a CoSHH assessment according to CoSHH regulations.

A CoSHH assessment will clearly identify any hazards and dangers associated with the use of a substance and help in the process of risk management for the health and safety of workers. In order to prevent ill health, it is a legal requirement that employers control exposure to dangerous substances within their working environment.

Green Toys Eco-Friendly Firetruck
Green Toys Eco-Friendly Firetruck
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Put out 3-alarm blazes. Rescue kittens from treetops. Protect the environment from harm. This is just a typical day in the life of the Green ToysTM Fire Truck, the world's greenest emergency vehicle. Solidly constructed from 100% recycled plastic milk containers that save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the Green Toys Fire Truck has no metal axles, so it's safe for both the earth and the Good Green FunTM seekers who call it home. Sturdy roof ladder pivots vertically and rotates 360 degrees. Two removable side ladders. No BPA, PVC, or phthalates. Packaged using only recycled and recyclable materials.

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  • All Green Toys products are 100% made in the USA
  • Made from 100% recycled plastic milk containers
  • Sturdy roof ladder pivots vertically and rotates 360 degrees.
  • The world's most environmentally friendly emergency vehicle
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Green Sprouts Eco-friendly  Waterproof Absorbent Terry 10 Pack, Boys
Green Sprouts Eco-friendly Waterproof Absorbent Terry 10 Pack, Boys
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Nature Babycare Eco-Friendly Chlorine-Free Diapers  4 packs of 27 each
Nature Babycare Eco-Friendly Chlorine-Free Diapers 4 packs of 27 each
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Nature babycare Eco-Friendly Chlorine-Free Diapers, Size 4 (22-37Ibs), 108 count

Nature Babycare Diapers are 100-percent chlorine-free and keep oil-based plastics away from babies delicate skin. Our absorbent pulp is from sustainably harvested Scandinavian forests and the patented center-channel means a less bulky fit while enhancing leak protection. Since we use 60-percent natural materials instead of plastic, our diapers are super soft and cloth-like providing comfort without sacrificing protection. .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: 20px; } table.callout { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif; margin: 10px; width: 250; } td.callout { height: 100 percent; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding: 10px; width: 250px; } ul.callout { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -12px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5em; } h5.callout { text-align: center; } img.withlink {border:1px black solid;} .matrix_title { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; color: #006633; } .matrix_feature { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 13px; color: #006633; } .matrix_header { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #ff9933; } Leading the Way in Europe Nature Babycare is a Swedish-based company founded by a pioneering mum 14 years ago who thought the world deserved a better diaper! Marlene Sandberg was appalled to learn that babies will produce half a ton of diapers every year. Half a ton! So she sought to create a range of award-winning diapers and baby products which are effective, price competitive, and environmentally friendly--making Nature Babycare products good for both babies and the environment. We are the trusted source for eco-friendly baby products among consumers and the green community. Nature Babycare is leading the industry in Europe by providing mum's with a high-performance diaper that is better for their babies and the environment. Why We're Award-Winning Our diapers and pull-on pants are over 60-percent biodegradable in contrast to major brands which are often composed of up to 80-percent oil-based products which do not decompose easily. Conventional diapers can take hundreds of years to decompose, but because of the high content of bio-degradable material, ours break down in a fraction of that time, meaning there's less need for landfill or polluting incineration. We keep oil-based plastics away from babies delicate skin and use natural, breathable corn-based materials instead. Our patented center-channel reduces the need for bulky absorbent material while enhancing leak protection. Nature Babycare Diapers are 100-percent chlorine-free, protecting the environment by not producing harmful dioxin pollution. All of this combined minimizes diaper rash and other irritations so that your baby is healthy and happy! With features such as stretchy tabs and leg gatherings, a soft cloth-like feel, and non-bulky absorbent pulp, we've created an award-winning diaper that performs ahead of the rest. Our founding principle was to give mum's a high performance diaper that is better for their baby and better for the environment. We strive to use renewable materials whenever possible in all of our product lines. Nature Babycare Diapers offer the convenience of disposables with the most environmentally friendly attributes. What Makes Us Unique Other diapers can claim to be green but still use massive amounts of oil-based plastics. As a mum, our founder knew there had to be a better way to make diapers. That's why we've spent many years perfecting our diapers by eliminating as much non-biodegradable materials as possible while maintaining performance and comfort. We also use an absorbent pulp that is sustainably harvested out of Scandinavian forests. Our diapers are completely unbleached, contain no latex, fragrance, or TBT (tributyltin), and are hypo-allergenic. As with any diaper, for maximum performance, when your baby reaches the upper limits of the weight class, we recommend that you switch to the next larger size. Diaper Brand Comparison  NaturebabycareChlorine-FreeDiaperStoreBrandsNationalBrands No oil-based plastic against the baby's skin

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  • Award winning high performance ECO diaper
  • Based on natural materials for your baby's well being
  • Breathable and chlorine free
  • Contains no oil-based plastics against your baby's delicate skin
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Eco Baby Wipes Organic Chamomile and Calendula 72 Wipes
Eco Baby Wipes Organic Chamomile and Calendula 72 Wipes
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Soft & thick 100% biodegradable wet wipes with soothing organic chamomile and calendula Isn't it always a pleasure to use a soft and thick wipe, Baby? What's more, these wipes are 100% biodegradable so they help look after our environment. They have been made with mild ingredients including organic chamomile and calendula to gently cleanse and soothe your delicate skin. They are also unfragranced, alcohol-free and tested to be hypoallergenic. Each pack has 72 wipes.

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Nightstar Eco-Friendly Firm Crib Mattress
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A firm, eco-friendly sleeping surface is provided by an organic cotton layer and ensures restful sleep for your little bundle of joy. The Serta Nightstar Eco-Firm mattress features balanced support throughout with heavy gauge coils, corner supports, and full perimeter border wire. Security of edges assured by heavy duty cloth binding with lock stitching. This is stronger than vinyl. Lock stitching prevents the entire binding from unraveling if any threads become loose.It features an easy-to-clea

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  • Eco-friendly sleeping surface is provided by an organic cotton layer
  • Balanced support from full perimeter border wire for firm edges when baby is standing, added firmness from 4 side flex clips and 4 corner supports
  • 8 mattress vents to keep sleeping environment fresh with natural air circulation
  • Security of edges assured by heavy duty cloth binding with lock stitching, this is stronger than vinyl; lock stitching prevents the entire binding from unraveling if any threads come loose
  • Lifetime warranty
Baby Green: Caring for Your Baby the Eco-friendly Way
Baby Green: Caring for Your Baby the Eco-friendly Way
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The choices you make today about how you raise your child do not just affect you and your baby but have an impact on the planet. "Baby Green" will guide you through making important decisions, including using washable or disposable nappies, what equipment you really need and how you can make your baby's environment safe and eco-friendly. Covering pre-birth through to the first year, this book will enable you to make informed lifestyle choices and raise your child the natural way.

Klean Kanteen Eco Friendly 12oz Stainless Steel Sippy Bottle with Two Avent Sippy Spouts and One Sports Cap
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Eco Vessel Kids Stainless Steel Sippy Bottle / Cup with Handle (Hudson Blue - 12 Ounces)
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The perfect sippy bottle for babies and kids of all ages. The Eco Vessel has a leak proof top and clear cover that prevents spills. Feel good knowing that our 100% recyclable bottles are BPA-free, made from the highest quality #304 stainless steel and are designed for safety, ease of use, and convenience. Accept no substitutes for an original Eco Vessel stainless steel bottle. By purchasing an Eco Vessel bottle, you are helping to save the planet from useless waste that accumulates from the billions of water bottles that clog our landfills every year.

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  • Designed for toddlers and kids with Avent slow flow leak proof Avent sippy top
  • Food grade BPA-Free #304 stainless steel
  • Lightweight, durable, and reusable
  • Designed for babies and toddlers with a leak proof top
  • Includes a clear plastic top to protect the sippy spout
Babies On Potties- The #1 Guide for Parents!- Uses a PROVEN Scientific Method for Potty Training.
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