Plastic isn’t a great material for storing, cooking, or serving food. Chemicals leach out of it into food, making their way into our bodies. Glass is a safer option, and it’s better for the environment, too.
A total switch from plastic to glass probably feels overwhelming, so try a gradual approach, like I did. Here are three steps to start you on your way. [...]
Darling Fergus has a lot of loyal fans out there, and I’ve heard a few say they think he’s getting short shrift on My Sweet William. Not anymore! Fridays are now dedicated to Fergus and his adventures. [...]
Seventy-five percent of school supplies tested by CHEJ had such high levels of toxic phthalates that they would be illegal if they were toys. See this report and the related guide to buying safe supplies for your kids. [...]
Sweet William and Darling Fergus have been wearing The Honest Company’s diapers since I lost patience with Seventh Generation a few months ago. (See the backstory, involving dyes and the Lorax, here.) I haven’t given diapers much thought since then, which has been a nice thing. Here’s why Honest diapers were a good decision for my family. [...]
We just returned from an excellent vacation in Kansas City, which I’ll report about shortly. First, I’ll share my notes on how we survived getting home at 2:50 a.m. after our flight was rescheduled, rerouted, and repeatedly delayed. [...]
Several months ago, I recommended Argington’s Bam Bam convertible crib set, which I purchased for Darling Fergus. It was time-consuming to assemble, but the parts arrived in good condition and without any suspicious chemical smells. We’ve been happy with it.
Unfortunately, Bam Bam has given others parents major trouble. [...]
An online activism success! After nearly 4,000 parents signed Sara Snow’s petition to Graco, asking it to eliminate flame retardants from its children’s products, the company has committed to a flame retardant ban.
This is especially significant because Graco sells nearly 1 out of every 3 baby gear products in the United States. [...]
Doesn’t Fergus look sweet in his sun hat? Flap Happy makes them in a variety of prints and fabrics, including organic cotton. The hats are rated UPF 50+ without the use of chemicals. The sun protection is achieved by using a double layer of 100% cotton poplin. Such a practical, effective and cute way to [...]
I'm a writer and the mother of William and Fergus. Before dedicating my work to children's environmental health, I earned an MA in Cultural Reporting and Criticism from New York University and was a photography editor at The New Yorker. My family is preparing to move to New Orleans, where my husband, an architect, is building us a non-toxic home.© 2013 My Sweet William. All Rights Reserved.
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