With news that even Phthalate-free and BPA-free plastic baby bottles may not be all they're cracked up to be, more parents are on the hunt for glass baby bottles. While not long ago, the idea of glass baby bottles once inspired panic in …
If your kids love mani pedis as much as mine do, but you're not a fan of the chemical-packed polishes in a lot of salons, I've put together 7 non-toxic nail polishes for kids from some of our favorite safer brands , all in adorable shade…
I still remember car shopping when I was pregnant with my third child, trying to figure out which cars for big families would be right for me. As in, I didn't want a minivan, and I wanted my car to safely fit three car seats, for my thre…
I wish my kids had more candy this Halloween is not something you'll hear from our lips because--wow--candy is everywhere. And, while we're not against our kids collecting sugary treats (In fact, I'll be taking- um, sneaking - all of the…
My son will be heading off to day camp later this month where he will swim, run, climb, and, quite possibly, be eaten alive by mosquitoes. Since I'm not too keen on him reapplying toxic chemicals all over himself midway through the day, …
New parents spend a good amount of time deciding on the right crib but the mattress is really more important, considering it's what your baby is actually sleeping on. So what makes a crib mattress "the best crib mattress?" I always thoug…
Each year, I check out the Environmental Working Group's Guide to Sunscreens to find the safest sunscreens for kids. With a slew of fair-skinned redheads in my family, I feel like I go through gallons of sunscreen each summer, and while …
I found out today that 30 percent of moms living below the poverty line can't afford the diapers they need for their babies. As in, sometimes their kids have to wear the same diaper all day long because that's all they have. I shouldn't …
When it comes to high-end infant strollers, it's still hard to beat the love parents have for the Bugaboo Chameleon . We appreciate its lay-flat bassinet for babies who are always somehow ready to sleep riiiiight when we need to leave th…
We're digging our way out of the snow yet again this weekend, and I, for one, am soooo ready for spring. For the moment, however, looking at Pantone's cheery palette of spring 2015 colors will have to do. As much as we'd love designer ha…
Along with so many other parents, we're longtime fans of the cult favorite, eco-friendly, stainless steel water bottles from Klean Kanteen . They give us confidence in the "not killing our kids" department, and do a great job of making o…
Remember when Crocodile Dundee said, "That's not a knife; THIS is a knife?" Yeah. That's how I feel about cheap face wash right now, because this new jojoba oil skin care line straight out of Australia is giving me major results. Every d…
Yes, I'm introducing you to natural feminine care products here, but hey, we're all women (well, about 98% of us) and you can probably relate to my own minor recurring issue: During my last well visit, my nurse practitioner gently remind…
One of the more promising trends at the NY International Toy Fair earlier this year was the introduction of even more safe, natural makeup for girls, for when they're are heading out somewhere a little special, putting on plays at home, …
Teething babies have been sinking their chompers into colorful, fashionable and safe Chewbeads ever since their bracelets and necklaces started appearing on the coolest new mamas. And now, along with their toddler-friendly teethers and p…
When I asked my friend at the park about her water bottle and she told me it was, and I quote, the best water bottle in the world, obviously I had to know more. She introduced me to S'well , a line of insulated water bottles that keep dr…
I admit I never used to be much of an air freshener person. For years, nice candles did the job. But with kids and pets and did I mention kids? Yeah. I'm a convert. That said, I am super sensitive to scents, and I don't want to spray my …
Parents everywhere groaned when we heard the recommendation earlier this summer that parents should stop using spray sunscreen because of the danger of inhaling the stuff. Not to get alarmist (you can also tell your kids to close their m…
It's picnic weather down South, and we're spending most nights out on the back porch, sipping on some tea and eating dinner with the neighbors. It's idyllic, until the kids start playing frisbee with their plates. I'm not big on plastic …
As much as I want my anti-aging skincare products to tighten, tone and brighten, I would rather they boast an ingredient list that passes the standards of the Skin Deep database , than give me the face of a 22-year-old at some long-term …
Our readers recently went nuts for Sip Snap lids , silicone drink covers that stretch to fit over any glass, turning it into a sippy. Well clearly it's a trend because now CMP favorite Silikids has just released new silicone drink covers…
If you asked my daughter what her favorite color is, her answer would be "rainbow." I can't agree more, and its bright and cheery vibe makes the sweet rainbow learning toys for toddlers so perfect for spring. This acorn sorting game is a…
There are many times I've considered permanently covering the floor in butcher paper to protect it from the ketchup and rice that always miss my kids' mouths at mealtime. Same goes for those days my son paints on his easel. Although I've…
I don't know about you, but I feel like I've tried tons of kid's shampoos, with mixed reviews from my kids. While there are many non-toxic shampoos for babies and kids these days, it's been hard to find a scent that speaks to my sons, wh…