Healthy families

Attachment and your baby

Unlike other species, human infants are totally dependent on their caregivers to meet their basic needs. Infants are programmed to let us know their needs, and most parents dutifully and joyfully respond by meeting those needs. It's a full-time job for a while. Read on

Choose formulas and bottles wisely

Just like their breastfeeding sisters, moms who formula feed their babies want a happy and healthy experience. Today, though, formula feeding is complicated. With so many formula products out there, where do you begin? Conventional or organic? Milk-based or soy? Powder or liquid--concentrate or ready-to-feed? And what is this DHA stuff? Read on

Start early to teach kids how to have healthy teeth

Parents often question the right way to care for their children's teeth. At what age should they start brushing and flossing? Which toothbrush and toothpastes are safe? And what is the appropriate age to start regular dental check-ups? Laura Kelly, the first female (and mom!) president of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, offers the following advice: Read on

Consumer Reports blog discusses ways to avoid Bisphenol A (BPA) in baby bottles

To avoid bisphenol A (or BPA, as it's often called) in baby bottles, use glass or BPA-free plastics such as polyethylene.

There's been a lot of buzz lately about BPA, which is used to make polycarbonate, a clear and rigid plastic. Health concerns about BPA relate to its ability to mimic the hormone estrogen. Read on

Green Cleaning Parties raise awareness of toxic chemicals

"For many people, springtime means deep cleaning," says Dori Gilels, executive director of Women's Voices for the Earth (WVE). "But some of the products consumers rely on to create a clean, healthy environment can actually lead to long-term health problems." Read on