Aug 19, 2022Rachel Massey, ScD and Lindsey Pollard, MS
Have you ever been at your kid’s soccer game and wondered if artificial turf is safe for them to play, snack, and lie on? What about those small black bits of infill that end up in every nook and cranny of your home or car? Turns out that scientists are studying...
Jul 28, 2022Because Health
Packing lunches for school is a lot of work! We know from firsthand experience how hard it can be to pack something nutritious that your kids will actually eat. Plus if you’re trying to reduce the amount of food packaging or plastic waste in your kid’s...
Jul 11, 2022Karen Wang, PhD
First off, congrats! Feeling overwhelmed? Excited but nervous? Well, fear not! You have plenty of time to set up your nursery, nest a bit, and even think of some names. But right now, it’s time to take care of yourself. At this point, that is the best way to...
Jul 11, 2022Because Health
Updated for 2022!Your little one deserves a crib that is both good looking and healthy. While we can’t promise they will sleep through the night, we can promise that these cribs aren’t covered in harsh chemicals or releasing large amounts of potentially...
Oct 13, 2021Erica Chung, MPH
Imagination is a huge part of a child’s development and dressing up in costumes can help foster creativity. Whether it’s Halloween or year round dinosaur or princess costume, kids love costumes! However, before you purchase your next costume, you might...
Oct 6, 2021Erica Chung, MPH
These days, screens are an inevitable part of parenting. Shows can be a savior during a long car ride or a rainy afternoon and video calling is a great way to keep in touch with family and friends. Kids just love screens! It’s no wonder that in the United...
Sep 15, 2021Karen Wang, PhD
It feels like there’s an endless list of things that parents need to do… all the daily stuff like meals and getting ready for school, and then there’s the bigger stuff like making sure that your kids are nice to others and can cope with negative...
Jul 29, 2021Because Health
Updated for Fall 2021!As soon as August rolls around, all we can think of backpacks! A new backpack is often the most exciting thing on the back to school shopping list, especially if the one from last year is torn to shreds or not big enough anymore. Many backpacks...
May 3, 2021Because Health
Updated in June 2021! None of the sunscreens listed here tested positive for benzene contamination.It’s finally here! We’ve rounded up the best non-toxic baby sunscreens just in time for all your outdoor adventures. We took into account ingredient safety,...
