Several diaper brands now offer disposable diapers that have the top and back sheet (the inner and outer layers of the diaper) made from 100% bamboo fibers. Are disposable bamboo diapers safe for your baby? Bamboo disposable diapers are in the premium category – are they worth paying extra? What are the pros and cons…
Plastic baby bottles are widely available, affordable, and convenient to use. But are they safe for your baby? Is it OK to use plastic bottles or should you avoid them whenever possible? Learn about the pros and cons of plastic baby bottles including any potential health risks associated with this type of a feeding bottle…
Ergobaby sells several accessories for use with their baby carriers. Out of them all, there is ONE that I highly recommend you get for your Ergobaby carrier that both you and your baby will benefit from – Ergobaby drool pads (AKA “teething pads”). For me this was the #1 babywearing accessory that made my life…
Is the Ergobaby baby carrier worth it??? I guess it depends on which model you get! Here is my honest review of the Ergobaby Original baby carrier (sometimes called the “old Ergobaby carrier”) which is now (sadly!) discontinued by the manufacturer but still in circulation (perhaps they will at some point resurrect the model…?). This…
Traditional baby powder containing talc (talcum powder aka talc powder) has been scrutinized in recent years due to growing concerns about its potential harmful health effects. If you’re wondering what to use instead of baby powder for babies, I have great news: there is an excellent, effective, safe, SIMPLE, talc-free baby powder alternative that works…
Let’s talk about foods high in folate (aka folic acid). Why folate foods? Because having adequate folate levels is essential regardless of age or gender. Think of folate as a supernutrient that’s responsible for the growth and repair of virtually every cell within the body. Pretty important job, right? While we can all benefit from…
Are you concerned about the amount of sugar added to baby formulas? Does Similac have more sugar than Enfamil? Which baby formula has the lowest sugar content? After all, overconsumption of sugar promotes tooth decay and leads to unhealthy eating habits and various chronic health conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. If you’ve…
Do you love awesome mom hacks? I have one – using sunscreen for diaper rash! If you’ve ever wondered about an alternative for a diaper rash cream, here is a great option to consider. (You’ll love this baby hack even more if you’re all about using baby products with natural ingredients!) No matter how frequently…
Is palm oil in baby formula bad news? Should you avoid baby formula that contains palm oil? There is a lot of controversy regarding palm oil in baby formulas, and it’s leaving a ton of parents confused about their formula choice. In this article I want to discuss the ups and downs of having palm…
Why is there sugar in baby formula? Can you find baby formula without sugar? What about corn syrup in baby formula – is that something to avoid? This article will discuss everything you need to know about sugar in baby formula – from comparing the sugar content of breast milk VS. baby formula to the…
