Archive for March, 2008
« Previous EntriesWhen Boys Get Too Much Exercise (Really)
Submitted by Boys and Schools Blog
I have never struggled with an eating disorder. I do struggle with lack of self-control regarding junk food and delicious snacks, but that’s neither here nor there. I have, however, seen quite a few after-school specials, Lifetime movies, and MTV documentaries about people with eating disoders, and if I have [...]
Green, Chemically Conscious Parenting gaining Momentum-
Submitted by Non-Toxic Kids
The good folks over at Kai Kids were interviewed for this story in the Toronto Star about the growing trend of green parenting.
And Non-Toxic Kids was mentioned as a good online resource!
The article touches on a topic I often describe here– the great economical, chemical and green divide. All parents want to [...]
Monday Madness: From Pediatric Drug Dosing To Teenage Parties…things are not always what they seem
Submitted by Dr. Gwenn Is In
Appearances can be deceiving. How often have you met someone and they end up not being at all the person you thought they were? How often have you planned a trip or an outing only to have it be totally unlike the experience you anticipated?
I’d argue this is actually our [...]
We’re All Stage Parents But The Key Is The Degree
Submitted by Dr. Gwenn Is In
“Stage mother”…are you one? Here’s the Wikipedia definition to help you decide:
“In the performing arts, a stage mother is a term for the mother of a child actor. The mother will often drive her child to auditions, make sure he or she is on the set on time, etc. The [...]
BPA (bisphenol A) in Canned Goods (the horror, even Annie’s)-
Submitted by Non-Toxic Kids
Today as I looked in my pantry, and saw the Annie’s Spaghettios and the soups, I wondered again how much BPA I am feeding my family. I picked up the phone, and called Annie’s, Inc., a company who I support endlessly by buying their macaroni and cheese, other pastas, and yes, canned [...]
Can ADHD Bias Cut Both Ways?
Submitted by Boys and Schools Blog
I always feel like I’m walking into a minefield when I talk about ADHD. On the one hand, I don’t want to diminish the problems faced by those who truly do struggle with the disorder. On the other hand, there is legitimate concern about over-diagnosis of ADHD among [...]
Deciding On The Pefect Family Size Should be A Unified Decision
Submitted by Dr. Gwenn Is In
MomLogic posted yesterday on family expansion and it got me thinking. When we got married, we always thought we wanted 4 kids. I came from a family of 3 and my husband a family of 5. So, 4 seemed like the perfect number. We were both on the same [...]
The Seventh Generation Response to the 1,4 Dioxane Report-
Submitted by Non-Toxic Kids
I have many reasons to trust and love Seventh Generation products. They are a Vermont company. They are active in environmental health and sustainability issues. They are committed to reducing the many environmental problems of harsh chemicals in our waterways with their thoughtful line of products. Did I mention they are a [...]
Metal Water Bottles Recalled for Lead Paint-
Submitted by Non-Toxic Kids
You try and try to do the right thing as a parent. I’ve often commented that it feels like being a tiny fish swimming upstream, trying to navigate what to buy and use with your kids, while protecting them from rampant advertising, toxic chemicals and in many cases, themselves (as they dive [...]
Keeping Tough Behavior In Perspective: Bullies In The Workplace, And Toddlers
Submitted by Dr. Gwenn Is In
Watching GMA today, I couldn’t believe my eyes. The “Bullying In The Workplace” story that I blogged about recently was given a major amount of morning air time. And, I can see why. The piece they ran on www.abcnews.com two weeks ago has received over 100 comments and those comments [...]
Disadvantaged From Birth
Submitted by Boys and Schools Blog
Like many people, I’m fascinated by the conflict between myth and reality. Yes, I’m the person who e-mails Snopes.com links back to people who forward messages about nefarious corporations, sappy inspirational stories involving children and dogs, and ridiculous claims regarding financial gain. If you truly believe that Bill Gates is [...]
Do you know what your kids are doing online?
Submitted by Dr. Gwenn Is In
Cybertime of tweens and teens has been the talk of the week. This is a real issue and deserves real attention. I’m always amazed how quickly kids adapt to knew technology, but worry that they will become so complacent they won’t recognize hidden dangers that accompany these cyberlives of [...]
The Chemical Feminization of Boys?
Submitted by Boys and Schools Blog
Hello Again!
I’m so sorry for my absence last week–we had a bit of a family crisis concerning my daughter’s health. Fortunately, it appears that she’s on the mend, and after a lot of panic and stress, things seem to be returning to normal again.
Even though it’s the new black, I [...]
The Baby Gizmo Buying Guide, by Heather Maclean and Hollie Schultz–
Submitted by Non-Toxic Kids
When I was pregnant with my first daughter, a couple that we were good friends with were also expecting. After talking to folks they knew who had kids, my friend carefully crafted a “must get” list for baby. He promptly sent me a copy of this hand scrawled list, with his researched [...]
Exciting Medical Device Gets Rid of Headlice!
Submitted by Childn’Parent
Getting rid of head lice will soon be an easier battle for parents and medical persons alike! The LouseBuster, designed and tested by several people at the University of Utah, is a medical device which can kill lice in one simple dry air treatment. Currently, the LouseBuster is undergoing clinical studies with the [...]
